BAE Systems has received a contract from Lockheed Martin to supply electronic warfare (EW) systems for F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft covered under Lots 20 through 22.
The agreement, whose financial value has not been disclosed, includes the manufacture and delivery of the AN/ASQ-239 electronic warfare suite for the stealth fighter. It also covers systems intended to support the retrofitting and modernisation of existing aircraft, strengthening their situational awareness and self-protection capabilities.
The AN/ASQ-239 system incorporates passive long-range sensing capabilities and software designed for rapid updates. It uses advanced algorithms, instantaneous bandwidth, and high-speed signal processing to detect, identify, and respond to potential threats, enhancing the F-35’s electronic warfare performance.
BAE Systems has delivered more than 1,500 electronic warfare systems for the F-35 programme, reflecting its significant role in supporting the aircraft’s advanced mission capabilities.
According to Dolan, the company is focused on expanding production capacity and delivering software-driven capabilities to meet the rapidly evolving demands of modern warfare. BAE Systems is leveraging automation, updated system designs, a resilient supply chain, and facility investments to accelerate manufacturing and deliveries.
The design and manufacturing activities are conducted at BAE Systems facilities in Austin, Texas, and Manchester, Merrimack, and Nashua in New Hampshire.
