Northrop Grumman Set to Deliver MESA Technology for the U.S. Air Force’s E-7 Aircraft
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) will commence manufacturing the Multi-role Electronically Scanned Array (MESA) sensor for the U.S. Air Force E-7 aircraft.
Integrated within the E-7 weapon system, the battle-tested MESA sensor will deliver essential long-range detection, recognition, and identification in complex settings, thus equipping the U.S. Air Force with simultaneous aerial and maritime sensing capabilities, vital early warning, and air combat management functions.
“The multifunctional MESA sensor will grant the U.S. Air Force critical multi-domain situational awareness to ensure decision supremacy for various mission demands now and in the foreseeable future,” stated Ed Griebel, vice president of airborne surveillance programs at Northrop Grumman. “As we honor our commitment to the Air Force to swiftly provide unparalleled and decisive air combat management sensing solutions, including long-range first detection and engagement in the operational environment, we eagerly anticipate enhancing global allied interoperability in collaboration with Boeing.”
This state-of-the-art Airborne Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) sensor is already in production and deployed for clients globally, offering 360-degree situational intelligence and adaptability for missions in diverse environmental conditions. MESA empowers operators to focus on prioritized missions, promptly revisit targets with heightened precision, and relay pertinent information to facilitate timely Battle Management Command and Control (BMC2) measures.
MESA is currently on an active production line aimed at addressing global threats in today’s battlefield and advancing to fulfill upcoming mission needs. Australia, Turkey, and South Korea have operationalized the E-7 system, with production in progress for the United Kingdom E-7 AEW&C fleet.
