C4ISR - Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance

Northrop Grumman's C4ISR products and programs – Sensors, Platforms, Systems, Services and Solutions – are designed and developed with one principal goal in mind: Ensuring the security and freedom of our nation and its allies.

From leading-edge microelectronics to the largest, most complex system-of-systems in the world – including communications satellites, radar systems, unmanned aerial vehicles and comprehensive information and support systems – Northrop Grumman's C4ISR breadth, depth and ability provides first responders, intelligence gatherers, decision-makers and military personnel on the front lines the tools necessary to act with speed and confidence. The combination of Northrop Grumman’s knowledge and experience sets our C4ISR capabilities apart from the rest.

Sensors

	AN/AAQ-28(V) LITENING Targeting Pod Northrop Grumman's widely fielded LITENING AT (advanced technology) system is a self-contained, multi-sensor weapon-aiming system that enables aircrews to detect, acquire, auto-track and identify targets for highly accurate delivery of both conventional and precision-guided weapons.
	Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A) Distributed Common Ground System-Army (DCGS-A) allows analysts to gather intelligence data from ACS and multiple other sources and distribute it to the network of Army battle command applications.
	Modular Control and Reporting Platform (MCRP) The MCRP is the latest modular, off-the-shelf member in the AN/TYQ-23 family of air defense command and control systems which are deployed worldwide for the USAF, USMC and international air forces.
	Vehicle and Dismount Exploitation Radar (VADER) VADER is a radar sensor being developed by Northrop Grumman for use with the Sky Warrior, an extended-range multi-purpose unmanned aerial vehicle under development by General Atomics.
	Integrated Tactical Avionics System (ITAS) Northrop Grumman is a major producer of tactical information management systems for maritime patrol, anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare, search-and-rescue and related applications.
	Fiber-Optic Acoustic Sensors (FOAS) Northrop Grumman has applied its expertise in fiber-optic technology to develop a line of Fiber-Optic Acoustic Sensors (FOAS). FOAS originated in 1981 as part of a major effort to develop both fiber-optic gyroscope and fiber-optic hydrophone sensor technologies.
	Light Weight Wide Aperture Array (LWWAA) The Navy’s newest Virginia-class submarines employ a Light Weight Wide Aperture Array (LWWAA) on their hulls for advanced acoustic detection. The LWWAA system is a set of large array panels that are mounted on either side of the submarine which provide sonar sensor input to the submarine’s combat system.
	Multi-Role Electronically Scanned Array (MESA) Surveillance Radar MESA builds on the company's expertise acquired from the AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) to bring military airborne surveillance capabilities to mid-size Boeing 737 aircraft. MESA enables sophisticated air-to-air and maritime coverage and integrated identification of friend-or-foe systems.
	Vehicle Intercommunication System (VIS) The Vehicular Intercommunication System (VIS) provides clear, noise-free communications between crew members inside combat vehicles and externally over as many as six combat net radios. AN/VIC-3 was developed and qualified for the Army as the new standard intercom and a direct replacement for use in all AN/VIC-1 equipped vehicles.
	Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS) The AN/AES-1 ALMDS will be among the initial airborne OMCM systems fielded. The mission of ALMDS is to detect, classify and localize floating and near-surface moored mines.
	Intelligence Gathering - SIGINT, ELINT, Persistent Surveillance Xetron, a key part of the Land Forces Division of Northrop Grumman Electronic Systems, specializes in providing solutions that meet operational needs or fill technology gaps. These solutions range from a Quick React Capability (QRC) to full MIL Spec programs.

Platforms

	Broad Area Maritime Surveillance Unmanned Aircraft System (BAMS UAS) The United States Navy's Broad Area Maritime Surveillance (BAMS) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) program provides persistent maritime Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data collection and dissemination capability to the Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Force (MPRF).
	E-2C Hawkeye 2000 Hawkeye 2000 is the latest generation production E-2C Hawkeye and incorporates significant enhancements in data management, system throughput, operator interfaces, connectivity, and situational awareness to support the Navy's evolving Theater Air and Missile Defense mission.
	E-2D Advanced Hawkeye The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye gives the warfighter expanded battlespace awareness, especially in the area of information operations delivering battle management, theater air and missile defense, and multiple sensor fusion capabilities in an airborne system.
	E-8C Joint STARS The Northrop Grumman E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (Joint STARS) is an airborne battle management and command and control (C2) platform. This system conducts ground surveillance, enabling commanders to develop an understanding of the enemy situation, and to support attack operations and targeting.
	MQ-8B Fire Scout Vertical Unmanned Aircraft System Northrop Grumman's Transformational Fire Scout VUAS provides unprecedented situation awareness and precision targeting support for U.S. Armed Forces of the future.
	RQ-4 Global Hawk A combat proven high altitude, long endurance UAS with extraordinary ISR capabilities. Can provide near real time high resolution imagery of large geographical areas all day/all night in all types of weather.
	NATO AGS After many years exploring options for a NATO owned and operated airborne ground surveillance capability, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has agreed to a program of record based on the Block 40 Global Hawk high altitude long endurance (HALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) which includes the Multi-Platform Radar Technology Insertion Program (MP-RTIP) sensor.
	M324 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) The Model 324 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) is an autonomous, long range reconnaissance unmanned aerial system providing electro-optical and infrared imagery.
	MQ-5B Hunter MQ-5B Hunter is a multi-mission, Army Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Target Acquisition (RSTA) system currently in service. Combat proven in multiple theaters and deployed in Iraq. The all new MQ-5B with Heavy Fuel Engine (HFE) and modern avionics remains the Army’s workhorse UAS.
	X-47B UCAS The X-47B will be a transformational, carrier-capable, multi-mission, unmanned combat air vehicle. Strike fighter-sized, it is a survivable, long range, high endurance and persistent platform capable of a variety of missions including Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, and Time Sensitive Targeting/Strike.
	Firebird Firebird is a new breed of aircraft system that increases real-time data collection through simultaneous use of multiple intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) and communications sensor payloads on a single platform. Firebird is designed for either manned or unmanned flight.
	Bat™ Bat™ is Northrop Grumman's line of small unmanned air systems (UAS) offering real-time ISR, communications relay and strike capabilities that are well suited for the irregular warfare environment. The product line includes vehicles with wingspans ranging from 6.5 to 33.2 feet.

Systems

	Command and Control Northrop Grumman's highly flexible, robust C2 systems ensure information exchange and a common tactical picture to enhance speed of command.
	Network Communications Northrop Grumman's advanced network planning and management systems maximize communications assets and our interoperable, multifunction solutions deliver superior situational awareness.
	Advanced EHF (AEHF) Payloads Advanced EHF (AEHF), the nation's next generation military strategic and tactical relay system, will deliver survivable, protected communications to U.S. forces and selected allies worldwide. The system provides the joint, interoperable, assured connectivity for warfighters in operations in all levels of conflict.
	Cyber Warfare Integration Network (CWIN) The CWIN is a virtual, real-time, geographically distributed battlefield environment for Northrop Grumman and its customers to rapidly design, implement and analyze operational scenarios using a customized mix of ISR sensors, command-and-control elements, and simulated precision strike platforms.
	Defense Support Program (DSP) The Northrop Grumman-built Defense Support Program (DSP) satellites have been the spaceborne segment of NORAD's Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment system since 1970. Using infrared detectors that sense the heat from missile plumes against the earth background, these orbiting sentries detect, characterize and report ballistic missile launches; they also see nuclear detonations.
	Geospatial Intelligence Northrop Grumman's geospatial intelligence expertise ranges from developing industry recognized commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software to establishing interoperable standards-based geospatial information architectures to deploying comprehensive, customized geospatial solutions.
	High-Energy Lasers The company’s proven, next-generation laser weapon technologies can defend against a multitude of threats, especially rockets, artillery and mortar rounds.
	Heterogeneous Airborne Reconnaissance Team (HART) Northrop Grumman is developing HART (Heterogeneous Airborne Reconnaissance Team), a low-cost, web-based control system that autonomously manages a network of reconnaissance aircraft to deliver timely intelligence information to U.S. Army soldiers
	Military Avionics Multi-Function Display The Military Avionics Multi-Function Display is a full-color, sunlight-readable display that clearly presents graphical data from the aircraft mission computer as well as sensor video data to pilots and other crew members. It combines rugged commercial and military components to provide the best possible mix of technology and cost-effective, reliable design.
	Milstar Payloads The Milstar Communications Network — a series of advanced satellites linked to mobile ground terminals — provides assured command and control to U.S. forces worldwide. The satellites carry Northrop Grumman-built low data rate payloads which provide the world’s first onboard digital processing.
	Defense Weather Satellite System (DWSS) DWSS will broadcast directly from the satellite to field users on land and at sea for real-time situational awareness. Improvements in weather information provided by DWSS will enhance the warfighter’s knowledge and forecast of the battlefield environment for effective allocation of resources in mission planning and operations.
	Space Tracking and Surveillance System (STSS) Northrop Grumman is developing STSS, a critical enabler for the nation’s missile defense architecture. Operating in low-earth orbit, STSS satellites will use onboard infrared sensors to detect, track and discriminate ballistic missiles throughout their trajectories.
	Vehicle Intercommunication System (VIS) The Vehicular Intercommunication System (VIS) provides clear, noise-free communications between crew members inside combat vehicles and externally over as many as six combat net radios. AN/VIC-3 was developed and qualified for the Army as the new standard intercom and a direct replacement for use in all AN/VIC-1 equipped vehicles.

Services

	Life Cycle Optimization and Engineering Northrop Grumman does everything from operate and maintain the U.S. Air Force’s unmanned aerial vehicle program to provide supply chain management services to the B-2, F/A-18, and several other U.S. Air Force and Navy weapon systems.
	Sentry E-3D Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) Northrop Grumman has been awarded a contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to develop and install a replacement Accident Data Recording System (ADRS) for the Sentry E-3D Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft based at RAF Waddington.
	Euro Hawk Brochure (PDF) EuroHawk was developed to fill the need for unrestricted and immediate access to intelligence, surveillance reconnaissance (ISR) information, essential for the political and military decision makers to manage crises, prevent conflicts and command forces.
	Joint STARS Datasheet (PDF) For the U.S. Air Force, Northrop Grumman's Lake Charles Maintenance and Modification Center is responsible for all periodic depot maintenance on the E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (Joint STARS) aircraft, one of our nation’s most valuable intelligence-gathering assets.
	Hunter Datasheet (PDF) MQ-5B Hunter is a multimission, medium altitude endurance tactical unmanned aerial system (UAS) optimized to provide Army division and corps commanders with a dedicated reconnaissance, surveillance and target acquisition (RSTA) capability.

Solutions

	C2 Futures Lab Potential becomes reality in our C2 Futures Lab. Employing a collaborative, near-operational environment, the lab integrates and demonstrates new C2 applications, hastening delivery to the warfighter.
	Modular Open Systems Approach-Competitive (MOSA-C) This strategic business and engineering process ensures the full value of open systems approaches and COTS. MOSA-C™ reduces acquisition and life cycle costs while enabling rapid technology insertion.