The R-GPS programme seeks to strengthen the existing 31-satellite GPS constellation, ensuring uninterrupted positioning, navigation, and timing services for military and civilian users. Plans include the production and launch of up to eight satellites designed to counter threats such as jamming, spoofing, and permanent disruptions.
“Our mission is to protect national security and ensure global accessibility to reliable GPS technologies,” said Ed Zoiss, President of Space and Airborne Systems at L3Harris. He highlighted the company’s decades-long partnership with GPS, which positions it to deliver advanced solutions that address modern challenges.
As the only provider of navigation technology for every U.S. GPS satellite to date, L3Harris brings unparalleled expertise to the project. The company’s contributions include control systems, monitoring receivers, and user equipment, forming the backbone of its proposed R-GPS solution.
L3Harris is leveraging its investments in modular and scalable Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) technology, employing commercial interfaces to meet the Space Force’s evolving requirements. The company is also the prime contractor for the Navigation Technology Satellite-3 programme, driving advancements in GPS technology and delivering results on accelerated timelines.
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