US Navy awards $587 million jamming contract to L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies has secured a significant five-year contract valued at up to $587.4 million from the U.S. Navy to enhance its Aerial Electronic Attack capabilities. This contract focuses on the development of the Next Generation Jammer – Low Band (NGJ-LB), an advanced airborne electronic warfare system designed to replace the outdated AN/ALQ-99 Tactical Jamming System. The new jamming pods will be integrated into the EA-18G Growler aircraft, which is crucial for maintaining air superiority in modern warfare. The NGJ-LB system is characterized by its advanced processing capabilities and increased jamming effectiveness, which are essential for countering emerging threats from peer adversaries. L3Harris emphasizes that their solution will be easier to maintain due to its modular, open-system architecture, allowing for seamless upgrades and future technology integration. This adaptability is vital for the Navy to stay ahead of adversarial capabilities in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. As part of the contract, L3Harris will deliver eight operational prototype pods to the U.S. Naval Air Systems Command for fleet assessment, along with additional test assets for airworthiness and design verification. This initiative reflects the Navy's commitment to modernizing its electronic warfare capabilities and ensuring interoperability with joint and allied forces. Christopher E. Kubasik, Chair and CEO of L3Harris, expressed pride in supporting the Navy's mission to extend U.S. air superiority. The collaboration aims to enhance the Navy's operational effectiveness and readiness in the face of increasing global threats.