The MADIS CES is a critical upgrade to the Marine Corps’ expeditionary counter-drone capabilities, designed to protect the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) from evolving aerial threats. The system reflects the Corps’ commitment to equipping its forces with state-of-the-art technology to address modern combat challenges.
Central to the CES is the inclusion of Anvil, an autonomous kinetic interceptor designed to neutralise small drone threats (Group 1 and Group 2). Anvil employs advanced onboard computing and sensors for precision targeting and high-probability success in dynamic environments. The system is powered by Lattice, Anduril’s advanced command-and-control operating system that leverages artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and edge computing for rapid decision-making.
The CES’s modular and open-architecture design ensures it can adapt to emerging threats through continuous integration of new technologies. This “software-first” approach facilitates rapid upgrades, enabling the system to maintain its effectiveness over time. “This contract represents a significant milestone in Anduril’s partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps,” said Chris Brose, Chief Strategy Officer at Anduril Industries. “By leveraging advanced AI and autonomy, Anduril’s CES will provide the Marines with a robust and scalable solution to counter evolving drone threats.”
The MADIS CES will enhance lethality, enabling Marines to address a broad range of threats, including unmanned aerial systems and traditional aircraft. Additionally, the system will accommodate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), allowing the rapid integration of new features to sustain technological superiority.
Anduril has a proven history of delivering CUAS solutions, including fixed-site Sentry Towers deployed at Marine Corps installations across the U.S. These systems have provided autonomous solutions for detecting, tracking, and defeating drone threats, and the insights gained from these deployments have informed the development of the MADIS CES.
“Anduril is committed to delivering innovative, mission-critical solutions to protect our service members from the most pressing threats,” said Pat Morris, VP of Air Defense at Anduril. “We are proud to support the Marine Corps in this vital mission and look forward to continued collaboration in delivering critical capabilities to the warfighter.”
