BAE SYSTEMS RADAR WARNING RECEIVER TO BOLSTER NATIONAL SECURITY
30 Mar 2009 | Ref. 056/2009
MERRIMACK, New Hampshire — BAE Systems will develop a new radar warning receiver prototype that can identify radio frequency and communications activity in real time. The U.S. Air Force awarded the company a $6.3 million contract to support its Satellite Awareness and Protection program, an initiative to develop better mechanisms to warn and protect satellites against attack.
“Satellites are integral to worldwide banking, communications, television, navigation, weather forecasting, and remote sensing capabilities,” said Eric Rhodes, business development manager for BAE Systems. “The U.S. relies on satellites for national security, our economy, and science programs, and this technology will help our nation keep these capabilities secure.”
The three-year contract calls for BAE Systems to develop a low-cost receiver prototype that detects when satellites are targeted by radar. It will have more capability than previous receivers at only a fraction of the size, weight, and power consumption, making it easier and less expensive to integrate onto satellites.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems is the premier global defense, security and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.
For further information, please contact:
Karen Spiller, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 603 885 2818 Mobile: +1 603 566 2090
karen.spiller@baesystems.com
Shannon Smith, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 703 907 8257 Mobile: +1 703 967 3854
shannon.n.smith@baesystems.com
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