The sensors play a key role in the missile’s guidance capabilities, which are central to enhancing maritime strike arsenals. BAE Systems has been supplying RF sensors for the LRASM programme since 2018.
“BAE Systems is dedicated to its work with Lockheed Martin to provide discriminating capabilities to the warfighter,” said Vanessa Varrati, LRASM sensor programme director at BAE Systems. “This contract recognizes our technical and operational expertise that brings this critical deterrence and strike capability to the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force.”
The LRASM is designed to deliver range, survivability and lethality while maintaining stealth. According to BAE Systems, the large-lot procurement will help the U.S. government reduce acquisition costs.
The company is also focusing on developing modular and scalable systems for future defence requirements. “We’re anticipating the need for small, powerful, multi-function hardware that can work on a variety of platforms, and we’re building the core elements today,” said Ed Leonard, director of Small Form Factor Solutions at BAE Systems.
