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2 weeks ago | 
executivegov.com | Derrick Henry
The U.S. Air Force has showcased the enhanced lethality of a new 500-lb QUICKSINK maritime weapon, a variant of the service’s air-delivered munition for neutralizing surface vessels. During a recent live-fire test at the Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber delivered the anti-ship weapon, exhibiting the aircraft’s increased targeting range, the USAF said Wednesday.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
Raytheon and Northrop Grumman have tested the Highly Loaded Grain, or HLG, solid rocket motors for the U.S. Army’s Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor, also known as NGSRI. The HLG propellant technology will work to increase the energy output and extend the range of NGSRI, the Army’s short-range missile that can be fired from a tripod, vehicle and shoulder launcher, RTX said Thursday.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
General Dynamics Information Technology has expanded its centers of excellence, or COE, for artificial intelligence, cyber and mission software to accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities to government agencies. GDIT said Wednesday that the increased investment underscores its commitment to develop and deploy advanced technologies for federal customers.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
Draper has finished testing its assured positioning, navigation and timing systems, including an advanced airborne celestial navigation system, or CNS, that was certified for U.S. military standards. The pre-production tests were conducted aboard an aircraft for over 30 flight hours and at altitudes of up to 25,000 feet, Draper said Wednesday. During the flight tests, the sensor system operated in an unconditioned installation and showcased enhanced navigation accuracy.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
BAE Systems introduced new M-Code Global Positioning System receivers during the Joint Navigation Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio. The next-generation M-Code receivers are designed for airborne, weapon and ground platforms, BAE said Tuesday. The new product series includes ASR-M, DIGAR-300M, MPE-M, MicroGRAM-M, NavFire-M, NavGuide, NavStrike-M, NavStorm-M and SABR-M. Deliveries of NavGuide are expected to begin within the year.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
IT services provider DMI has registered a perfect score in the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 Level 2 Joint Verification Security Assessment, or JVSA, conducted by the Defense Contract Management Agency. DMI said Tuesday that the milestone confirms it has implemented all cybersecurity practices required under CMMC 2.0. The achievement represents a critical standard for companies with access to sensitive government data and programs.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivegov.com | Derrick Henry
The Defense Innovation Unit invites qualified organizations to serve as recognized assessors, who will review drone platforms and associated components for compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. The NDAA assessment will inform the process of certifying drones for the Blue Unmanned Aerial Systems Cleared List, DIU said Monday.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
The U.S. Navy has awarded Pax Environmental a spot on a $99.9 million indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to carry out cultural resources-related studies and . Under the firm-fixed-price IDIQ, Pax Environmental will conduct investigations, prepare historic and archaeological documents, and implement plans to advance provisions of the amended National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the Department of Defense said Friday.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
BAE Systems has unveiled a $250 million shiplift and land-level ship repair facility during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its shipyard in Jacksonville, Florida. The repair complex will maintain and repair Navy vessels and commercial ships sailing in the area, BAE said Monday. The investment enhances the company’s ship repair capabilities and fortifies its role as a key partner to the military and commercial maritime industry.
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3 weeks ago | 
executivebiz.com | Derrick Henry
The U.S. Army has awarded artificial intelligence tech provider Seekr two contracts to provide generative AI, large language models and machine learning capabilities for military applications and mission-critical use cases. Awarded under the Small Business Innovation Research, or SBIR, program, the contracts intend to advance military-grade AI tech and support the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense’s “Trusted AI and Autonomy” initiative, Seekr said Thursday.
