BAE Systems says that under the terms of the deal, it will supply key gear for the F-35’s EW mission system, known as AN/ASQ-239, as well as engineering support and test infrastructure.
With more sensors and more sophisticated signal processing, the enhanced system will boost outstanding situational awareness and electromagnetic attack and countermeasure capabilities, according to the corporation.
The system is built on a modular architecture that allows for efficient hardware upgrades, lowering lifespan and retrofit costs while also allowing for speedier software updates throughout the whole F-35 fleet. The system also features the fault isolation and diagnostics capabilities of the Non-Intrusive Electronic Warfare Test Solution (NIEWTS), which allows for more precise troubleshooting and lowers maintenance costs.
