The Navy has established a direct reporting portfolio manager for robotic and autonomous systemsThe office will operate alongside DOW’s DRPM for unmanned offensive and defensive systemsActing Navy Secretary Hung Cao will keynote the 2026 Navy Summit on Aug. 27Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao, a 2026 Wash100 awardee, has announced the formation of the direct reporting portfolio manager for robotic and autonomous systems, or DRPM RAS. What Is DRPM RAS? DRPM RAS is a new organization built on DON’s existing DRPM model, which was first established for the submarine portfolio. DRPM RAS is designed to operate alongside the Department of War’s DRPM for unmanned offensive and defensive systems. DON is considering relocating DRPM RAS personnel away from Washington, D.C., to place them closer to fleet warfighters.