Collins Aerospace Secures U.S. Army Agreement for Next-Gen MAPS Assured PNT Innovation

Collins Aerospace has secured an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) manufacturing agreement for the Mounted Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing System (MAPS) Gen II initiative with a maximum value of $583 million.

MAPS Gen II represents the newest evolution of assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) solutions for both crewed and uncrewed ground vehicles. It was chosen after a competitive Other Transaction Authority (OTA) phase that showcased the system’s capability to address PNT challenges and grant military personnel distinct advantages over their opponents.

Featuring Collins Aerospace’s NavHub™-100 navigation system and Multi-Sensor Antenna System (MSAS-100), the MAPS Gen II solution delivers unparalleled protection against the most intense and dynamic PNT threats, bolstering multi-domain operations and countering the growing electronic risks faced by warfighters today and in the future. Troops can confidently maneuver through high-risk zones, fully aware of their locations, intended destinations, and timings for weapon deployment.

MAPS Gen II neutralizes peer and near-peer threats by offering a highly reliable, high-integrity navigation solution through Collins’ acclaimed NavFusion technology. This innovation integrates data from multiple sensors, in conjunction with M-code GPS featuring advanced anti-jamming and anti-spoofing capabilities. The Modular Open-System Architecture of MAPS Gen II facilitates the integration of new technologies based on feedback from warfighters and system integration teams across the Department of Defense.

Moreover, the architecture allows the U.S. Army to incorporate additional sensors and functionalities with significantly reduced life-cycle expenses, such as external Inertial Measurement Units (IMU), Line of Bearing (LOB), alternative Radio Frequency (RF), video feeds, and dismounted command and control capabilities. The system is designed to work seamlessly with the Collins Aerospace PRC-162 manpack radio to guarantee mission accomplishment within the Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) operational environment.

“Real-world assessments during the competitive phase of the MAPS initiative have established that the MAPS Gen II system sets a new standard for Assured PNT performance when GPS signals are impaired or unavailable,” stated Ryan Bunge, Vice President and General Manager for Communication, Navigation, and Guidance at Collins Aerospace.

“Collins’ extensive heritage in navigation and guidance has enabled us to expedite the production of MAPS Gen II effectively, and our world-class manufacturing capabilities will ensure that America’s warfighters receive the finest protection possible,” he further commented.

Collins Aerospace, part of Raytheon Technologies, stands as a frontrunner in advanced technological and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense sector. With vast resources, a comprehensive portfolio, and extensive expertise, Collins Aerospace addresses clients’ most formidable challenges to fulfill the needs of a rapidly transforming global marketplace.