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The Pentagon just released its Commercial Space Integration Strategy, notably looking to integrate cutting-edge commercial and military space capabilities in peacetime and in conflict. The strategy would allow DoD to surge commercial capacity to meet military requirements and use military force to protect and defend those assets when needed. An interesting read, as it highlights DoD’s evolving thoughts on the importance of commercial space to the security of the U.S. and its allies.   The U.S. Space Force is expected to release its own commercial strategy in the next couple of days, which should be closely aligned with the new Pentagon Strategy. Swipe 👉 to explore The Pentagon's Commercial Space Integration Strategy or learn more here: https://bit.ly/3U4F90R #SpaceIndustry #CommericalSpace #DoD #DefenseTech #NationalSecurity #MilitaryInnovation

How will BAE Systems’ MARS system enhance communication for the U.S. Army’s rotary-wing fleet? The US Army has awarded BAE Systems a five-year, $460 million contract for the AN/ARC-231/A Multi-mode Aviation Radio Set (MARS). This state-of-the-art system provides secure, mission-critical information to warfighters in challenging environments, enhancing situational awareness and decision-making. The MARS system, designed for rapid programmability and software-defined upgrades, allows for swift adaptation to evolving battlefield needs. Amber Dolan, Director of Adaptive Communications and Sensing at BAE Systems, emphasized the system’s role in delivering scalable communications for tactical missions. With Type 1 Crypto Modernization, the MARS system ensures secure, interoperable communication across U.S. and NATO forces. Production will take place at BAE Systems’ Fort Wayne facility, with engineering support from Largo, Florida. Could this next-generation technology redefine communication capabilities on the battlefield? For a full analysis of this development, visit our blog:  https://lnkd.in/gWPwpv8z #AvfoilNews #BAESystems #USArmy #MilitaryContracts #AviationTechnology #Defense #RotaryWingAircraft #SecureCommunications #BattlefieldTech #MultiBandRadio #AviationNews #TacticalCommunications #MilitaryTechnology

"The Department of Defense’s (DOD) newest military service is solidifying its role in bringing space-based capabilities to the Joint Fight after being identified as the 'Integrator' for Joint Space Requirements, as described in the 2023 Comprehensive Strategy for the Space Force." #ElaraNova #ElaraEdge #SpaceForce #Pentagon #JointFight #jointwarfightingconcept #militaryspace #commercialspace #nationalsecurity #nationalsecurityspace #spacesecurity

Northrop Grumman and Danish technology company Terma Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further their collaboration on a range of advanced defence capabilities. This partnership will focus on key areas including the F-35 Lightning II programme, uncrewed aerial systems, electronic warfare, radar systems, and missile defence. The MoU reinforces Northrop Grumman’s long-standing commitment to Denmark, NATO, and the security of the United States and its allies. Both companies have a history of working together, with Terma serving as a principal partner in the global F-35 programme, contributing to the aircraft’s development, production, and sustainment. Terma’s Executive Vice President for Government and Partnerships, Steen Lynenskjold, echoed this sentiment: “Our longstanding and strong relationship with Northrop Grumman continues to grow, and we are excited to further deepen this partnership across multiple areas. As Terma targets substantial growth both at home and abroad, maintaining strong ties with key industry leaders is crucial for us.” Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dC4ZyE22 #Denmark #F35 #Terma #NorthropGrumman #defence #aerospace #military #technology #industry #Europe #NATO

🛩 The 24th International Fighter Conference will return to Berlin on the 5 - 7 of November 2024! 🛩 #IFC brings together key decision makers from the combat air community, including air force commanders, capability planners and leading industry solution providers. We are delighted to welcome back early confirmed industry partners for the 2024 conference: The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Saab, and Top Aces. This year’s conference will provide you with the opportunity to: ▪ Gain vital insights into future Combat Air and how critical requirements for sixth-generation fighter programmes are being defined. ▪ Hear how air forces are leveraging space, cybersecurity, and EW to transform existing fleets into a potent networked force. ▪ Understand how multi-faceted strategies to enhance combat readiness are impacting training, logistics, operational support, and coalition interoperability. Take advantage of our Super Early Bird Discount, ending 31 May & SAVE up to €600! Register Online Here: https://bit.ly/3WTtyUh #IFC #fighterjet #combatair #sixthgeneration #airforce #defence #defense #military #combatreadiness

✈️🇺🇸 Collins Aerospace and Rolls-Royce have announced partnerships with Sierra Nevada Corporation to support the United States Air Force’s “Doomsday” aircraft development. The project is part of the Pentagon’s Survivable Airborne Operations Center program, an effort to replace America’s nuclear-resistant E-4B Nightwatch fleet in service since the 1970s. "We're bringing together systems from across RTX to help the team deliver an advanced, survivable airborne operations center to the US Air Force," Collins Aerospace VP Conn Doherty said. “This mission is especially urgent and our decades of experience designing for contested environments is critical to its success.” #military #army #defense #defence #defenseindustry #defenceindustry #defensetech #defencetech #militarytech #technology #innovation #usairforce #aviation #militaryaviation #aerospace #pentagon #nationalsecurity

China continues to close the gap with the United States. The organizational changes outlined in Dr Namrata Goswami’s post will likely represent nascent or emergent capabilities in the near term. However, China seeks to disrupt the existing international order. In order to do that, China needs to out compete the United States. These organizational changes are China’s attempt to meet the US with like capacity. While it may take some time for China to get there, all signs indicate that they eventually can, and eventually will. Only by understanding China’s strategic goals, and leveraging our own ability to maintain and increase our own capability to counter China’s ambitions can we maintain our relative advantage, and preserve the existing rules-based international system.

🤩 MatrixSpace has won a $1.9-million contract to develop a base defense radar for the United States Air Force. The deal stipulates a solution based on the company‘s proprietary MatrixSpace Radar small form factor hardware. “This TACFI project addresses a core requirement in new force protection, which is providing an enhanced level of awareness in complex, challenging environments, quickly,” MatrixSpace Intelligent Systems VP Matthew Kling said. “A distributed radar sensor mesh has the ability to detect and identify previously undetected objects, making it essential for the new world of battlespace awareness. This project enables MatrixSpace to demonstrate our product for field use.” #military #army #defense #defence #defenseindustry #defenceindustry #defensetech #defencetech #militarytech #technology #innovation #matrixspace #usairforce #radar #radartechnology

New Marine radios cement electromagnetic spectrum superiority n a decisive move meant to ensure dominance over the electromagnetic spectrum, Marine Corps Systems Command is on track to upgrade 50,000 legacy radios with state-of-the-art multi-channel, crypto-compliant models in Fiscal Year 2024. In line with Force Design’s call for rapid force modernization, MARCORSYSCOM’s Program Manager for Communications Systems, or PM CS, team has moved quickly— fielding more than 4,000 radios across the fleet since October 2023. In recent years, experts have warned that stagnation in U.S. electromagnetic spectrum operations— the strategic and tactical management of electromagnetic frequencies for military communications, intelligence, and combat operations— has enabled our adversaries to significantly challenge American dominance in this crucial domain.

For Tri-Service, Gov't and Industry involved in any way with the MOSA ecosystem - allow me to CLEAR up some CONFUSION concerning two upcoming, focused Open Architecture/Open Standards/Modular Open Systems Approach conferences. Yes, there are two separate and different MOSA-featured Summits. Both are valuable, with strong offerings. But, they do differ. Let me know what questions or clarification would help you or colleagues (sbixby@goprecise.com). FYI: The two events by date: 17-18 APRIL / 'MOSA for Defense Summit' by DSI; and the 17-18 JUNE 'MOSA Industry and Gov't Summit & Expo by TechConnect. Both are set in National Harbor, MD (ergo, adding to confusion.) US Navy US Army United States Air Force Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) PEO Aviation U.S. Army DEVCOM C5ISR Center Air Force Life Cycle Management Center #modularopensystemsapproach #defenseindustry #defensetechnology #technology #avionics #sensors