BAE Systems wins Army’s Soft Kill APS award, with first phase valued at $20 million
The system uses BAE’s Rapid Optical Observation and Kill (ROOK) program, which takes down threats by “confusing,” or jamming missile systems or drones.
The US Army is actively investing in advanced counter-drone capabilities, reflecting the evolving threats demonstrated in recent conflicts.
This contract signifies a tangible step in modernizing military defense systems against sophisticated aerial threats, impacting future defense strategies and procurements.
The adoption of a 'soft kill' active protection system by the Army indicates a strategic pivot towards non-kinetic defeat mechanisms for drones and missiles.
- · BAE Systems
- · Defense contractors specializing in EW/APS
- · US Army
- · Manufacturers of less sophisticated drone systems (as countermeasures improve)
- · Adversaries relying on current drone technology
BAE Systems will develop and deliver advanced 'soft kill' active protection systems.
Broad adoption of similar electronic warfare APS technologies will likely increase across allied militaries.
Future drone and missile designs will likely incorporate enhanced electronic hardness to counter advanced jamming capabilities.
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