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Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile Extended Range Completes Fourth Successful Missile Live Fire​

LOS ANGELES – Dec. 8, 2022 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has completed the fourth successful flight test of its AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile Extended Range (AARGM-ER). The U.S. Navy launched the missile from an F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft on November 30 at the Point Mugu Sea Range off the coast of southern California, successfully engaging an operationally-representative, moving maritime target.

Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile is launched from a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft (credit U.S. Navy)

“AARGM-ER’s performance during testing continues to validate the missile’s ability to detect, identify, locate and effectively engage critical air-defense targets from an extended range,” said CAPT. Alex Dutko, Navy Program Manager for Direct and Time Sensitive Strike (PMA-242). “This test proved the systems’ ability to engage moving maritime targets, a vital capability supporting our Navy’s ability to control sea lanes during conflict. Congratulations to the government/industry team for their continual focus on delivering this crucial capability to our warfighters.”


Northrop Grumman is currently under contract to deliver production units of AARGM-ER to support Initial Operational Capability fielding within the next two years. Northrop Grumman has received a low-rate initial production contract for the first and second lots of AARGM-ER.


AARGM-ER leverages existing AARGM sensors, electronics and digital models with the addition of a new high-performance air vehicle, solid rocket motor and advanced warhead to provide vital counter-air-defense capability for U.S Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps warfighters.


“The necessity for a reliable, standoff, survivable weapon continues to grow as our adversaries’ threat systems become longer range and more lethal,” said Gordon Turner, vice president, advanced weapons, Northrop Grumman. “AARGM-ER continues to demonstrate the ability to affordably meet mission requirements and safeguard those protecting our country.”

AARGM-ER is being integrated on the Navy F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft as well as the F-35 aircraft.


Northrop Grumman is a technology company, focused on global security and human discovery. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with capabilities they need to connect, advance and protect the U.S. and its allies. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our 90,000 employees define possible every day.

Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile Extended Range Completes Fourth Successful Missile Live Fire

LOS ANGELES – Dec. 8, 2022 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has completed the fourth successful flight test of its AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile Extended Range (AARGM-ER). The U.S. Navy launched the missile from an F/A-18 Super...

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Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton Flying Test Bed Demonstrates Targeting Capability Northern Edge 2023​

-Triton integral in joint force exercise focused on data collection and dissemination ahead of initial operational capability this year

SAN DIEGO – June 15, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE: NOC) MQ-4C Triton flying test bed (FTB) recently completed a demonstration of persistent long-range targeting during this year’s Northern Edge 2023 military training exercise. Conducted around the Gulf of Alaska, this demonstration highlighted Triton’s potential to enhance joint, distributed maritime operations, and further support sea-control in contested environments. Triton is preparing for initial operational capability (IOC) later this year.

“Northern Edge strengthens the readiness and operational capabilities of joint forces so the ability to test and demonstrate critical long-range targeting capabilities with Triton helps ensure we’re ready to effectively operate and respond to contingencies in the Pacific or anywhere in the world,” said Capt. Josh Guerre, Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems program manager.

The Triton FTB exercise scenarios, executed during multiple flights over seven days, focused on tasking, collection, processing, exploitation and dissemination of information to help maintain a robust common operating picture. During the exercise, the Triton FTB tracked and monitored all maritime traffic within its broad visual field. Upon receipt of the data, ground operators at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage were able to process and disseminate the Gulf of Alaska maritime common operating picture to command and control units using Triton’s Minotaur mission interface.

“Northern Edge helps the joint force integrate platforms like Triton to outpace emerging threats,” said Jane Bishop, vice president and general manager, global surveillance, Northrop Grumman. “Testing and demonstrating Triton’s developing technologies, along with its unprecedented maritime multi-intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting capability, helps ensure our warfighters can prevail in complex environments.”

The exercise showcased Triton’s developing technologies involving artificial intelligence, machine learning, edge processing and enhanced communications.

Triton’s participation in Northern Edge was executed in collaboration with the U.S. Navy’s Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office (PMA-262) as well as operational commands.

Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton Flying Test Bed Demonstrates Targeting Capability During Northern Edge 2023

SAN DIEGO – June 15, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE: NOC) MQ-4C Triton flying test bed (FTB) recently completed a demonstration of persistent long-range targeting during this year’s Northern Edge 2023 military training exercise. Conducted...

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Northrop Grumman Delivers Fourth Triton to U.S. Navy for Initial Operational Capability​

PALMDALE, Calif. – June 21, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) delivered the fourth multi-intelligence MQ-4C Triton to the U.S. Navy ahead of initial operational capability (IOC) this year. The delivery completes the set of aircraft for Unmanned Patrol Squadron (VUP) 19’s establishment of the first operational orbit, while a second orbit is preparing for delivery this summer. With three orbits planned around the globe, the Triton multi-intelligence uncrewed aircraft will provide 24/7 unprecedented maritime awareness.

Northrop Grumman Delivers Fourth Triton to U.S. Navy for Initial Operational Capability

PALMDALE, Calif. – June 21, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) delivered the fourth multi-intelligence MQ-4C Triton to the U.S. Navy ahead of initial operational capability (IOC) this year. The delivery completes the set of...

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Northrop Grumman’s New Airborne Navigation System Achieves Successful Flight Test​

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. – June 27, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has conducted a successful flight test of its advanced airborne navigation solution, Embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) / Inertial Navigation System (INS) Modernization, known as EGI-M. It is the first time that EGI-M, equipped with an M-Code capable receiver, has been tested in flight.

• M-Code technology enables missions to be conducted in GPS-contested and GPS-denied environments.

• The M-Code capable GPS receiver is a core component of Northrop Grumman’s EGI-M program, engineered to quickly transmit positioning, navigation and timing information.

• The fully operational EGI-M system will feature a modular platform interface, designed to easily integrate with current platform navigation systems, supporting advanced software and hardware technology upgrades now and in the future.

Ryan Arrington, vice president, navigation and cockpit systems, Northrop Grumman: “This flight test is a major step forward in developing our next generation airborne navigation system. The EGI-M capability developed by Northrop Grumman enables our warfighters to navigate accurately and precisely through hostile and contested environments.”

Details on EGI-M:

Testing took place in May aboard a testbed aircraft. Flight test data confirmed that Northrop Grumman’s prototype EGI-M solution, the M-Code capable LN-351, performed at standards equal to its current LN-251 INS / GPS system, featuring modern fiber optic gyro technology.


Critical design review for EGI-M was completed in 2020. Launch platforms for Northrop Grumman’s EGI-M are the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye and the F-22 Raptor. Additional fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms across Department of Defense and allied forces have selected Northrop Grumman’s EGI-M as their future navigation solution to support mission-critical systems.

Northrop Grumman’s New Airborne Navigation System Achieves Successful Flight Test

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. – June 27, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has conducted a successful flight test of its advanced airborne navigation solution, Embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) / Inertial Navigation System (INS)...

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Northrop Grumman Fields Polish Integrated Battle Command System Training Program Two Years Early​

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – June 28, 2023 - Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has launched a trainer to teach Polish soldiers how to use the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). The system, delivered two years ahead of schedule, will enable Poland to quickly field the transformational integrated command and control capabilities of IBCS. Poland is the first U.S. ally to field IBCS.

“Coupling our innovative individual skills trainer with IBCS creates a complete package for the U.S. Army and allies to prepare them for tomorrow’s multi-domain battlefield,” said Rebecca Torzone, vice president and general manager, combat systems and mission readiness, Northrop Grumman. “With this IBCS package, Poland is modernizing their air and missile defense forces to enhance the safety and security of their country for years to come.”



Known as Air Defense Reconfigurable Trainer (ART), the Northrop Grumman training system hosts a wide range of materials and is configurable to support multiple missions. Built using training material developed for the U.S. Army’s new equipment training, ART allows the end user to augment in-person training as well as conduct self-paced sustainment training. This accelerates training speed and efficiency while simultaneously reducing potential cost.



Northrop Grumman field service representatives traveled to Poland and completed installation of ART at the Polish air defense school. Train-the-trainer events were also underway at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama allowing Northrop Grumman’s training capability to aid Polish soldiers in their understanding of IBCS.



IBCS implements a modular, open and scalable architecture that is foundational to integrating available assets in the battlespace, regardless of source, service or domain, onto common fire control network. It extends the battlespace by disaggregating sensors and effectors, and allows for the efficient and affordable integration of future systems. By enabling this high level of network integration, the warfighter is given unprecedented time to make accurate decisions.

Northrop Grumman Fields Polish Integrated Battle Command System Training Program Two Years Early

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – June 28, 2023 - Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has launched a trainer to teach Polish soldiers how to use the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). The system, delivered two years ahead of schedule, will enable Poland to...

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Northrop Grumman to Design Autonomous Vertical Takeoff and Landing Aircraft for DARPA​

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – July 13, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has been awarded a contract by the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency’s (DARPA) Tactical Technology Office to design an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) uncrewed aircraft system capable of operating from a moving Navy ship at sea.

• The AdvaNced airCraft Infrastructure-Less Launch And RecoverY (ANCILLARY) demonstrator will be designed as a cost-efficient, multiple-mission capable vehicle built on an agile platform that is runway independent.

• Northrop Grumman's ANCILLARY demonstrator will be capable of carrying a large 60-pound sensor payload with greater endurance of 20 hours’ time on station and mission radius range of 100 nautical miles, which is more than current systems, without using significant additional infrastructure aside from what is on board the air vehicle. The system will also have capability to land on a ship in adverse weather conditions.

• The aircraft will be capable of performing intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting missions, and supporting expeditionary missions for special operations forces and logistical missions with significant affordability impacts for ship-to-shore transition of parts and supplies.

Northrop Grumman to Design Autonomous Vertical Takeoff and Landing Aircraft for DARPA

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – July 13, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has been awarded a contract by the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency’s (DARPA) Tactical Technology Office to design an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL)...

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Breaking Ground for F-35 Integrated Assembly Line in Germany​

WEEZE, Germany – Aug. 1, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) joined Rheinmetall, Lockheed Martin and German officials for a groundbreaking ceremony in Weeze, Germany to establish a second F-35 center fuselage Integrated Assembly Line (IAL) with Rheinmetall AG. The IAL will help meet increased demands for the fifth-generation fighter aircraft while bolstering defense capabilities with allied nations throughout Europe.


“The success of the IAL addresses Northrop Grumman’s vision to affordably manufacture a quality next-generation aircraft that meets the needs of a growing number of international customers,” said Tom Jones, corporate vice president and president, Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems. “Combined with Rheinmetall’s experience with German Armed Forces and European industry, the collaboration with Rheinmetall and Lockheed Martin will foster critical skills and energize the region’s economy with high-tech job opportunities.”

Breaking Ground for F-35 Integrated Assembly Line in Germany

WEEZE, Germany – Aug. 1, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) joined Rheinmetall, Lockheed Martin and German officials for a groundbreaking ceremony in Weeze, Germany to establish a second F-35 center fuselage Integrated...

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Northrop Grumman Achieves Key Milestone in Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission​

WASHINGTON – Aug. 7, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has delivered two major components of the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) and has started the next phase of pre-launch preparations. This two-satellite constellation will deliver protected satellite communications to the Northern polar region – one of the most difficult locations on earth to deliver communications.


The most recent accomplishments include:

• Successful delivery of the Control and Planning Segment (CAPS) ground system to the U.S. Space Force
• On-time delivery of both Enhanced Polar System Recapitalization (EPS-R) payloads to the Space Force
• Integration of the EPS-R payload on ASBM-1 and ASBM-2
• Successful completion of thermal-vacuum environmental testing on ASBM-1

ASBM is a combined effort between the U.S. Space Force, Space Norway and Northrop Grumman. ASBM uses the Northrop Grumman GEOStar-3 platform, which includes the main satellite structure and systems required to maintain operation, such as power, propulsion, communications, command and data handling, thermal control and guidance and navigational control. Northrop Grumman also provides the payload and ground system for this critical capability.


“Northrop Grumman’s end-to-end space technology capabilities represent a powerful model for government and commercial partnerships in space, marked by greater agility and affordability,” said Tom Wilson, corporate vice president and president, Northrop Grumman Space Systems. “Our work to deliver protected polar satellite communications will fill a critical need for our customers.”


The CAPS ground system was delivered to the Space Force in March following successful completion of the site acceptance test, functional configuration audit/physical configuration audit and DD-250 sell-off. CAPS is currently transitioning to the operations phase which opens the door for using the ground system for early operations with the two on-orbit operational EPS payloads along with the capability to support the two EPS-R payloads after the ASBM launch.


The satellites also carry multiple hosted payloads, including an X-Band payload for the Norwegian Ministry of Defense, a Ka-Band payload for Inmarsat and the Norwegian Radiation Monitor payload commissioned by the European Commission.

Northrop Grumman Achieves Key Milestone in Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission

WASHINGTON – Aug. 7, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has delivered two major components of the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) and has started the next phase of pre-launch preparations. This two-satellite constellation will...

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Northrop Grumman Completes First Next Generation Interceptor Solid Rocket Motor Booster Cases​

Team remains on track for first static test fire of an NGI motor in 2023

CLEARFIELD, Utah – Aug. 8, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully manufactured the first set of solid rocket motor cases for the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Next-Generation Interceptor (NGI) program.


The NGI pathfinder motors demonstrate case designs, manufacturing processes as well as allows the teams to test and conduct integration operations. The completed cases will be filled with inert propellent and shipped to Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, where they will be integrated into an interceptor, continuing pathfinder activities and further proving out processes. Once integration is complete, the interceptor will be used for additional testing and process verification.


“Our experienced teams and cutting-edge solid rocket motor manufacturing technologies, backed by flight-proven processes, have enabled us to achieve several key milestones in rapid succession,” said Lisa Brown, vice president, NGI, Northrop Grumman. “With NGI’s mission to defend our homeland against incoming enemy threats, saving time and reducing risk is vital.”


The successful production of NGI solid rocket motor cases is a significant achievement that demonstrates our expertise and robust designs and manufacturing capabilities.

Northrop Grumman Completes First Next Generation Interceptor Solid Rocket Motor Booster Cases

CLEARFIELD, Utah – Aug. 8, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully manufactured the first set of solid rocket motor cases for the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Next-Generation Interceptor (NGI)...

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Northrop Grumman’s B-2 Capabilities Enhance its Digital Communications​

PALMDALE, Calif. – Aug. 9, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC), in partnership with the U.S. Air Force, successfully completed an integrated airborne mission transfer (IAMT) demonstration with the B-2 Spirit at Whiteman Air Force Base as part of the ongoing modernization efforts incorporating digital engineering.


IAMT delivers an advanced capability that enables the B-2 to complete a digital, machine-to-machine transfer of new missions received in flight directly into the aircraft. IAMT is part of Northrop Grumman’s B-2 Collaborative Combat Communication (B2C3) Spiral 1 program that digitally enhances the B-2’s communications capabilities in today’s battlespace.


“We are providing the B-2 with the capabilities to communicate and operate in advanced battle management systems and the joint all-domain command and control environment, keeping B-2 ahead of evolving threats,” said Nikki Kodama, vice president and B-2 program manager, Northrop Grumman. “The integration of this digital software with our weapon system will further enhance the connectivity and survivability in highly contested environments as part of our ongoing modernization effort.”


The demonstration included approximately 50 mission transfers during a two-day period in partnership with the Air Force. Aircraft vehicle 1086, the Spirit of Kitty Hawk, was configured with Northrop Grumman’s Multi Mission Domain (MMD) architecture. MMD is an open mission system architecture for the B-2 that allows rapid and affordable fielding of modern mission capabilities. The mission transfers utilized MMD to integrate with the B-2 Adaptable Communications Suite (ACS).


In the demonstration, the aircrew received an incoming transmission from the ACS ground station, which loaded the mission directly through MMD interfaces to the B-2 Disk Drive Unit. B-2 flight crews can now focus more on mission execution in today’s dynamic battlespace thanks to progressive digital technology.

Northrop Grumman’s B-2 Capabilities Enhance its Digital Communications

PALMDALE, Calif. – Aug. 9, 2023 – Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC), in partnership with the U.S. Air Force, successfully completed an integrated airborne mission transfer (IAMT) demonstration with the B-2 Spirit at Whiteman Air Force Base as part of the...

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Northrop Grumman Selected to Build Tranche 2 Transport Layer-Beta Data Transport Satellites​

WASHINGTON – Aug. 21, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has been selected by the Space Development Agency (SDA) to design and build 36 data transport satellites, the first space vehicles in the latest generation of its low-Earth orbit Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA). The team will now update the company’s Tranche 1 design to add new broadcast and tactical communications capabilities to PWSA.

The satellites will integrate with, and expand the PWSA mesh network, utilizing high-data-capacity optical crosslinks to deliver accessible, near-real time communications to U.S. warfighters and defensive platforms operating around the globe. The design for this latest iteration, known as Tranche 2 Transport Layer Beta (T2TL Beta), builds on the 42 Tranche 1 Transport Layer (T1TL) and 14 Tranche 1 Tracking Layer (T1TRK) satellites that SDA previously announced it had awarded Northrop Grumman. The T2TL Beta space vehicles add new broadcast and tactical waveforms improving the capabilities of the overall PWSA.


“Creating a low-Earth orbit communications architecture that meets the needs of the warfighter is complex,” said Blake Bullock, vice president, communication systems, Northrop Grumman. “With Northrop Grumman's extensive military satellite communication experience and deep mission understanding, we are helping SDA make its vision a reality.”


Northrop Grumman announced in April it had completed critical design review on its T1TL design in just over a year and in May completed optical interoperability testing. The company is on track to launch its first plane of 21 space vehicles in Q4 2024.

Northrop Grumman Selected to Build Tranche 2 Transport Layer-Beta Data Transport Satellites

WASHINGTON – Aug. 21, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has been selected by the Space Development Agency (SDA) to design and build 36 data transport satellites, the first space vehicles in the latest generation of its low-Earth orbit...

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Northrop Grumman Delivers Mini Laser to U.S. Government​

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – Aug. 24, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has delivered a miniaturized high-energy laser source to the U.S. government. The laser is ruggedized for field use and miniaturizing it allows for rapid placement in tactical situations.

• The 10kW class high-energy laser, known as Phantom, is about 12 cubic feet (nearly the size of a mini fridge).

• Weighing less than 200 pounds, it enables lift, carry and installation by as few as two personnel.

• The Phantom customer will integrate it with other subsystems for testing and delivery to military customers.

Expert:

Robert Fleming, vice president and general manager, strategic space systems, Northrop Grumman: “By miniaturizing this advanced capability, we are expanding the reach of our technology and continuing to lead the way in high-energy lasers. Northrop Grumman is using its expertise in directed energy to deliver an extremely compact, lightweight and efficient laser for the warfighter.”

Northrop Grumman Delivers Mini Laser to U.S. Government

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. – Aug. 24, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has delivered a miniaturized high-energy laser source to the U.S. government. The laser is ruggedized for field use and miniaturizing it allows for rapid placement in...

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Northrop Grumman Demonstrates the Future for Deep-Sensing for the U.S. Army​

AURORA, Colo. – Aug. 28, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully demonstrated its Deep-Sensing and Targeting (DSaT) platform at the Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) ’23, hosted by the U.S. Army.


During a simulated, real-world tactical scenario, the company successfully:

• Gathered and fused multi-domain data for rapid dissemination to the Tactical Operations Center;

• Collected and analyzed data from commercial satellites onboard the aircraft;

• Met 100-percent of the criteria for the experimentation

Expert:

Pablo Pezzimenti, vice president, integrated national systems, Northrop Grumman: “Northrop Grumman’s groundbreaking technology can help the Army realize its vision of deep-sensing with the ability to identify, monitor, target and strike threats from farther distances and with greater precision. We are supporting the warfighter’s targeting needs with intelligence collection beyond line of site and leveraging aerial assets in providing multi-domain fused data directly to the front lines.”

Details on DSaT:

DSaT is a multi-domain deep-sensing architecture integrated into a civilian aircraft, providing intelligence collection that reaches beyond the visual line of sight of local sensors. While leveraging elements of the TITAN pre-prototype system, its capability fills a gap in data collection by combining space-based geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) imagery with aerial and terrestrial intelligence from commercial and military space systems.


Phase 1 successfully demonstrated the GEOINT capabilities with future phases planned incorporating multiple intelligence platforms.

Northrop Grumman Demonstrates the Future for Deep-Sensing for the U.S. Army

AURORA, Colo. – Aug. 28, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully demonstrated its Deep-Sensing and Targeting (DSaT) platform at the Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) ’23, hosted by the U.S. Army. During a...

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Advancing Aeronautics Through F-35 Manufacturing Excellence​

Northrop Grumman is one of the world’s premier aircraft providers with a proud heritage of designing and building iconic aircraft like the world’s first sixth-generation stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider, the B-2 Spirit and the F-14 Tomcat. This history complements the company’s expertise as a key manufacturer of the fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II center fuselages. And now, through new partnerships with international industry, Northrop Grumman is poised to continue a track record of advanced manufacturing excellence to meet the demand from allies for cutting-edge airpower capabilities.

Advancing Military Aircraft Production

At its F-35 center fuselage Integrated Assembly Line (IAL) in Palmdale, Calif., Northrop Grumman’s deep history of aircraft design, technological prowess and innovative approaches to military aircraft production culminated in a first-of-its kind defense manufacturing facility that pairs new automated tools and robotics with a highly skilled workforce.


Northrop Grumman designed and created the IAL using innovations from the automobile industry as a guide, marking the first time automotive and aircraft technologies were integrated at such scale. The IAL is comprised of over 3,000 parts, scalable to 115 assembly positions and capable of completing one center fuselage every 30 hours. The assembly line features unique manufacturing technologies -- exclusive to or pioneered by Northrop Grumman. The IAL maximizes robotics and automation, providing additional capacity and assembly capability to achieve high rates of production, while meeting engineering tolerances not easily achieved manually.


Since coming online in March 2011, the IAL has produced over 1,100 center fuselages for all three variants of the F-35 Lightning II. In 2022, Northrop Grumman delivered the 1,000th center fuselage produced at the IAL.


Breaking Ground on a New Chapter

International demand for fifth-generation F-35 fighter aircraft has increased the need for additional fuselages. To help meet this need, Northrop Grumman partnered with Rheinmetall AG to establish a second center fuselage IAL facility in Weeze, Germany.

Following a groundbreaking ceremony last month, Rheinmetall is building the facility and Northrop Grumman will share manufacturing technologies and expertise to enable production of F-35 fuselages there by 2025. Starting in 2027, the Weeze IAL facility is expected to produce up to 30 fuselages per year. Combined, both IAL facilities will be able to produce up to 185 center fuselages yearly to meet the F-35 program's future requirements.


“The groundbreaking marks a significant new chapter in the production of a fifth-generation, multi-role fighter for the United States and its allies to protect our sovereign interests and defend freedom around the globe,” said Glenn Masukawa, vice president and F-35 program manager, Northrop Grumman. “Our collaboration with Rheinmetall exemplifies how we expand local growth and opportunities to establish a global footprint for F-35.”


The collaborative effort leverages Rheinmetall’s experience with the German Armed Forces and European industry while fostering critical skills and energizing the region’s economy with high-tech job opportunities.

Advancing Aeronautics Through F-35 Manufacturing Excellence

Northrop Grumman is one of the world’s premier aircraft providers with a proud heritage of designing and building iconic aircraft like the world’s first sixth-generation stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider, the B-2 Spirit and the F-14 Tomcat. This history...

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Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Battle Command System Achieves Operational Capability Milestone for Poland’s WISŁA Air Defense Program​

WARSAW, Poland – Sept. 8, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) announces that Poland’s 37th Air Defense Squadron has declared Basic Operational Capability (BOC) for Poland’s WISŁA medium range air defense program operating with the company’s Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS).

• BOC was declared by Poland’s Ministry of National Defence for the first battery delivered to the WISŁA program.

• Leading up to BOC, a comprehensive series of integration and testing was conducted to verify IBCS system performance.

• BOC signifies the system has achieved initial combat capability and is progressing toward achieving Initial Operational Capability (IOC).

Experts:

Rebecca Torzone, vice president and general manager, combat systems and mission readiness, Northrop Grumman: “This milestone is a major advancement in Poland’s air defense capability and their fielding of IBCS. With this next-generation integrated air and missile defense, Poland is prepared for today’s fight and the battlespace of the future.”


Brig. Gen. Michał Marciniak, Deputy Head of Poland’s Armament Agency, Plenipotentiary of the Ministry of National Defence for Development of Integrated Air and Missile Defence: “BOC is a significant step for the Polish IAMD development process. From the operational and technical point of view, after all checks were completed during the BOC military exercises, we can confirm that all components of the first battery are connected and integrated with each other into one system. This allows us to take operator training to the next level and achieve IOC soon.”

Details on the WISŁA Program:

In 2018, the Polish government selected IBCS to serve as the centerpiece for their WISŁA modernization program, becoming the first U.S. ally to acquire the system. IBCS production and delivery to Poland is now complete and ready for deployment in defense of Poland.


IBCS will provide transformational, leap-ahead capabilities for Poland’s air and missile defense modernization program, while enhancing interoperability with allies and NATO. IBCS unifies sensors and shooters across the battlespace to decide the best action to defeat complex threats.

Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Battle Command System Achieves Operational Capability Milestone for Poland’s WISŁA Air Defense Program

WARSAW, Poland – Sept. 8, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) announces that Poland’s 37th Air Defense Squadron has declared Basic Operational Capability (BOC) for Poland’s WISŁA medium range air defense program operating with the company’s...

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Northrop Grumman’s GEM Solid Rocket Motors Help Power ULA’s Successful Launch​

MAGNA, Utah – Sept. 10, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) Five Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) Graphite Epoxy Motor (GEM 63) solid rocket boosters helped power the successful United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V launch of a national security payload today, designated SILENTBARKEKR / NROL-107, for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office and U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command.


The boosters provided approximately 1.85 million pounds of thrust to propel ULA Atlas V rocket out of Earth’s gravity. The mission is critical to national defense and will improve space domain awareness and satellite threat intelligence. In addition to the upper stage propellant tanks supplied by the company, Northrop Grumman will continue to provide GEM 63 rocket motors to support ULA’s Atlas V, and GEM 63XL rocket motors to help boost ULA’s Vulcan rocket, scheduled for its first launch later this year.

Northrop Grumman’s GEM Solid Rocket Motors Help Power ULA’s Successful Launch

MAGNA, Utah – Sept. 10, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) Five Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) Graphite Epoxy Motor (GEM 63) solid rocket boosters helped power the successful United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V launch of a national security payload today,...

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Northrop Grumman and Serco Join Forces to Develop Next-Generation Collective Training Solutions for the British Army​

LONDON – Sept. 12, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and Serco announced a strategic teaming agreement to advance the live, virtual and constructive (LVC) collective training solutions for the British Army’s Collective Training Transformation Programme (CTTP).

• Northrop Grumman coordinates and delivers complex, collective training exercise events that the British Army has participated in for over a decade, with 1,500 British servicemen and women joining in this year’s event.

• Northrop Grumman enables advanced networked training by seamlessly linking immersive training environments that mimic real-world scenarios, allowing military personnel to sharpen their skills in a safe yet realistic setting.

• Serco delivers training, engineering and infrastructure solutions; provides infrastructure support services for airport, port and military base operations; and enables world-class, whole lifecycle training for the armed forces.

Experts:

Nick Chaffey, chief executive, U.K., Northrop Grumman: “We have long been a leader and pioneer in collective training capabilities, with many British servicemen and women already participating in Northrop Grumman-led exercises with the U.S. military. With Serco’s in-depth defence services expertise across the British Armed Forces, our team is uniquely capable of delivering solutions that will best prepare British military personnel for the challenges of the future.”


Doug Umbers, managing director, Serco’s U.K. defence business: “Serco has a long track record of partnering with the U.K. Ministry of Defence to deliver high quality services. Our dedicated people support the defence enterprise from back office to frontline operations. We are working with Northrop Grumman to fully understand the British Army’s requirements and deliver a solution based on our expertise and collective capabilities.”

Details on Collective Training Transformation Programme:

Using synthetic training environments, advanced data and connectivity solutions, CTTP will deliver a new technology-enabled training system — the Army Collective Training System (ACTS). Through ACTS, the British Army will train military personnel for the complex warfare scenarios of the future battlespace.


The collaboration between Northrop Grumman and Serco will bring together Northrop Grumman's extensive experience in delivering cutting-edge training technologies, such as advanced LVC training and complex systems integration, and Serco’s capability to integrate services, including infrastructure management, real-life support and logistics. Together, the companies will develop innovative large-scale, soldier-centric training solutions to transform the British Army’s mission readiness.

Northrop Grumman and Serco Join Forces to Develop Next-Generation Collective Training Solutions for the British Army

LONDON – Sept. 12, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) and Serco announced a strategic teaming agreement to advance the live, virtual and constructive (LVC) collective training solutions for the British Army’s Collective Training...

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Northrop Grumman’s B-21 Raider Continues Progression to Flight Test​

PALMDALE, Calif. – Sept. 12, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) The U.S. Air Force announced today the B-21 Raider has commenced engine runs as part of its ground test program at Northrop Grumman’s Palmdale, California, facility. Engine testing is an essential milestone for the program as the world’s first sixth-generation aircraft continues on the path to flight test.


The B-21’s first flight will remain a data driven event that is monitored by Northrop Grumman and the United States Air Force.


Developed with the next generation of stealth technology, advanced networking capabilities and open systems architecture, the B-21 Raider will serve as the backbone of America’s bomber fleet.

Northrop Grumman’s B-21 Raider Continues Progression to Flight Test

PALMDALE, Calif. – Sept. 12, 2023 – (PHOTO RELEASE) The U.S. Air Force announced today the B-21 Raider has commenced engine runs as part of its ground test program at Northrop Grumman’s Palmdale, California, facility. Engine testing is an essential milestone for the program as the world’s first...

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Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton Achieves Initial Operating Capability with the US Navy​

SAN DIEGO – Sept. 14, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE: NOC) multi-intelligence MQ-4C Triton uncrewed aircraft achieved a declaration of initial operating capability (IOC) by the U.S. Navy.

• MQ-4C Triton is the U.S. Navy’s only uncrewed, high-altitude, long-endurance aircraft performing persistent maritime intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting.

• Since achieving early operational capability in May 2020, the U.S. Navy's Pacific Fleet employed Triton in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility conducting maritime and reconnaissance missions.

• Northrop Grumman has delivered five multi-intelligence Triton aircraft to the U.S. Navy, with the latest delivered June 2023.

Experts:

Rho Cauley Bruner, director, Triton program, Northrop Grumman: “Triton has proven to be invaluable for the maritime patrol and reconnaissance mission in the Indo-Pacific. Now that the system has achieved initial operating capability, commanders will be able to fully leverage Triton’s powerful sensor suite to detect and deter potential adversaries around the world.”


Capt. Josh Guerre, Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems program manager, U.S. Navy: “Persistent global maritime awareness is central to deterring, or competing and winning against, our adversaries. Triton ensures we’re making informed decisions and effectively operating anywhere in the world.”

Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton Achieves Initial Operating Capability with the US Navy

SAN DIEGO – Sept. 14, 2023 – Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE: NOC) multi-intelligence MQ-4C Triton uncrewed aircraft achieved a declaration of initial operating capability (IOC) by the U.S. Navy.

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