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Beyond actually developing innovative technologies, advancing the U.S. Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) effort means conducting nearly constant training exercises and test and evaluation events. As the geopolitical scene …
Multi-Nation Training Efforts and Real World Use Help Advance $9.5 Billion JADC2 Effort Read More
Last month, L3Harris won a $587.3 million, five-year contract from the U.S. Navy for the EA-18G-based, Next Generation Jammer Low-Band program. The order advances production of test articles and fleet …
Half-Billion Contract to L3Harris Highlights Next Generation Jammer Advancement Read More
With the rapid, global rise in the development of counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) technology, and the emergence of countless systems offering unique solutions, a handful of these are rising to …
U.S. Interest Helps Raise Profile of Active Counter-Drone System Read More
As the worldwide threat of improvised explosive devices has not only remained strong but has evolved with new technological advancements, the demand for long-running, workhorse systems like the Joint Counter …
Evolving Threats Helps Push Strong Demand for Counter-IED Technology Read More
Reflecting the vital importance of the program, the newly released FY25 U.S. defense budget includes steady funding for the evolving Compass Call electronic attack aircraft effort. For the electronic warfare …
U.S. Air Force Lays Out Steady Funding Stream for Key Electronic Attack Aircraft Program Read More
Recent, major radar acquisitions by European nations have shown a spotlight on an increasingly important program, the Thales-led SMART-L family. In September 2023, Eurosam and Thales signed a contract for …
European Air Defense Needs Drive Strong Demand for SMART-L Radar Read More
The U.S. State Department’s recent approval of a Foreign Military Sale to Poland of Airspace and Surface Radar Reconnaissance (ASRR) aerostat systems, is not only a big step in providing …
Aerostat Radar Approval for Poland Helps Lift Burgeoning CJADC2 Program Read More
Late last month, Leonardo DRS announced the delivery of its 1,000th Solaris laser system component for the U.S. Army’s Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) anti-missile system. According to the company, the …
New Milestone Highlights Multi-Billion Dollar IR Countermeasures Program Advancement Read More
The U.S. Navy’s Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) program will see steady annual funding through the decade of around $150 million to help carry out the vital mission of countering current …
Growing Anti-Ship Cruise Missile Threat Spurs U.S. Navy $1.5 Billion R&D Program Read More
As the recent, attempted missile attack on a U.S. Navy vessel in the Gulf of Aden has demonstrated, defense of ships at sea and the personnel who serve them, is …
U.S. Navy Boosts Anti-Air Warfare Improvement Effort with $928 Million Investment Read More