Redwire awarded U.S. Army contract for long range reconnaissance drone development

By Defence Industry Europe

Redwire Corporation has announced that its subsidiary, Edge Autonomy, has secured a prototype phase agreement with the U.S. Army. The contract involves the development and delivery of Stalker uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) as part of the Army’s Long Range Reconnaissance (LRR) programme.
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Redwire Corporation has announced that its subsidiary, Edge Autonomy, has secured a prototype phase agreement with the U.S. Army. The contract involves the development and delivery of Stalker uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) as part of the Army’s Long Range Reconnaissance (LRR) programme.

 

Under the agreement, Edge Autonomy will supply Stalker UAS equipped with advanced sensors, secure communications systems, autonomous mobility capabilities, and modular payload options. These features are tailored to support extended surveillance and intelligence missions in challenging and contested environments.

“Redwire is proud to develop these systems to significantly bolster the U.S. Army’s ability to detect, identify, and track threats across a wide range of operational theaters,” said Peter Cannito, Chairman and CEO of Redwire. “Redwire understands the criticality of the LRR program, and we are committed to supporting the U.S. Army’s evolving mission needs.”

 

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The Stalker UAS is built using a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), enabling flexibility and adaptability for varied mission requirements. This design supports real-time situational awareness, enhances operational reach, and improves the survivability of Army units in remote and austere locations.

“Our ability to address mission needs in the field allows for reliable data that guides real-time decision making,” said Steve Adlich, President of Edge Autonomy. “Our products provide soldiers with the situational awareness they need, reduces the logistics burden on the UAS operator, and delivers actionable data to brigade level personnel.”

 

 

Edge Autonomy brings nearly 30 years of experience in autonomous systems, advanced optics, and resilient energy solutions to the programme. Its technologies are already in use by the U.S. Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and allied governments.

 

 

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