Beacon

Next-Generation Autonomous Testbed Ecosystem

Leading Innovation and Expertise in Autonomous Flight

Beacon™ is our next-generation autonomous testbed ecosystem designed to rapidly deliver new autonomous mission capabilities.

With an open access approach aligned with government requirements, we provide an active testing environment for our partners to develop and refine solutions using our advanced flight hardware, proven autonomous software, and integration expertise. This environment significantly reduces the time and cost required to bring new autonomous mission capabilities to market.

Strength Through Partnership

Building upon the Scaled Composites Model 437 demonstration aircraft, we partner with industry leaders in autonomy and artificial intelligence to accelerate software deployment, reduce risk, and improve readiness for future aircraft programs. By integrating top-tier software, mission capabilities, and AI, we connect the industry to ensure our customers are equipped for the future of autonomy.
Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition, the industry leader in defense and commercial vehicle intelligence, builds next-gen autonomy solutions. Its tech-agnostic software is trusted by the DoD and 18 of the top 20 global automakers.

Autonodyne

At the forefront of innovation, Autonodyne's software is engineered for agnostic autonomy. Integrating across 60+ unmanned platforms, their solutions offer unmatched flexibility, ensuring seamless autonomous operations.

Merlin

Merlin is building an assured autonomy solution to solve some of aviation's biggest challenges. With a platform-agnostic approach, the Merlin Pilot is integrated across a variety of aircraft platforms and actively flying.

Red 6

Red 6 is a hardware enabled, software company that has developed ATARS, the world's first outdoor, Airborne Augmented Reality Training System.

Shield AI

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company developing AI-enabled mission autonomy and next-generation aircraft to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems.

SoarTech

SoarTech, an Accelint company, has deep expertise in collaborative autonomy, explanation, and perception. SoarTech integrates advanced AI techniques, domain knowledge analysis and systems engineering to support the warfighter.

Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition, the industry leader in defense and commercial vehicle intelligence, builds next-gen autonomy solutions. Its tech-agnostic software is trusted by the DoD and 18 of the top 20 global automakers.

Media Contact

Media Inquiries please contact Jarrod Krull at +1 (763) 248-2686 or email at Jarrod.Krull@ngc.com
Northrop Grumman Unveils First Phase of Tech Partners for Beacon Autonomy Program

Northrop Grumman Unveils First Phase of Tech Partners for Beacon Autonomy Program

Northrop Grumman Announces New Beacon Autonomy Partners

Northrop Grumman Announces New Beacon Autonomy Partners

Northrop Grumman Unveils Testbed For Autonomy Software

Northrop Grumman Unveils Testbed For Autonomy Software

Northrop Launches "Beacon" Autonomy Partnership 

Northrop Launches "Beacon" Autonomy Partnership 

Scaled Composites Model 437 To Become Autonomy Testbed

Scaled Composites Model 437 To Become Autonomy Testbed

Northrop Grumman Unveils Beacon Testbed

Northrop Grumman Unveils Beacon Testbed