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The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program. : http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/photo.cgi?pw.063003/bb5 NASHUA, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 30, 2003 BAE SYSTEMS has been selected by The Boeing Company to provide the AN/ALQ-196 Low Band Jammer for the U.S. Air Force's Special Operations Command A subordinate unified or other joint command established by a joint force commander to plan, coordinate, conduct, and support joint special operations within the joint force commander's assigned operational area. Also called SOC. See also special operations. (AFSOC AFSOC Air Force Special Operations Command AFSOC Air Force special operations component (US DoD) ). The value of the contract could reach $80 million over the next five years. BAE SYSTEMS Information & Electronic Warfare Systems (IEWS), headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire Nashua is a city in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, USA. As of the 2000 census, Nashua had a total population of 86,605[1], making it the second largest city in the state after Manchester. As of 2005, the population is estimated to be 87,986. , will work with the prime contractor, Boeing, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Fort Walton Beach is a city in Okaloosa County, Florida, United States. As of 2004, the population estimate for Fort Walton Beach, Florida is 19,992 recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau.[2] Fort Walton Beach is a year round fishing and beach resort. , to integrate the ALQ-196 Low Band Jammer onboard AFSOC's MC-130H Talon II and AC-130U gunship gun·ship n. An armed aircraft, such as a helicopter, that is used to support troops and provide fire cover. aircraft. The ALQ-196 gives aircrews a highly effective defense against current and future radio frequency (RF) missile threats. The ALQ-196 system has been in operation on AFSOC MC-130E Talon I aircraft since 1994 and a similar system onboard on the Air Force's U-2 Dragon Lady aircraft has proven its effectiveness for more than two decades. "The unique and critical mission of our Special Operations forces Those Active and Reserve Component forces of the Military Services designated by the Secretary of Defense and specifically organized, trained, and equipped to conduct and support special operations. Also called SOF. demands the highest level of electronic protection available today," said Don Donovan, IEWS vice president and general manager for the Electronic Warfare/Electronic Protection line of business. "By outfitting these AFSOC aircraft with the ALQ-196, we are proud to provide the Air Force with the outstanding capability that these forces both demand and deserve." MC-130 aircrews work closely with Army, Navy, and Air Force Special Operations forces Those Active and Reserve Component Air Force forces designated by the Secretary of Defense that are specifically organized, trained, and equipped to conduct and support special operations. Also called AFSOF. . Primary missions are day and night, all weather infiltration, exfiltration The removal of personnel or units from areas under enemy control by stealth, deception, surprise, or clandestine means. See also special operations; unconventional warfare. , and resupply of special operations forces in hostile or denied territory. AC-130 primary missions include close air support, armed reconnaissance and air interdiction. The Low Band Jammer award follows an earlier award from Boeing last November, in which BAE SYSTEMS was also selected to develop and produce a high-powered fiber optic towed decoy (HPFOTD HPFOTD High Power Fiber Optic Towed Decoy ) system for the U.S. Air Force's MC-130 E/H and AC-130 U/H aircraft. BAE SYSTEMS will provide a system with up to eight retrievable decoys. With this system, the decoy will be deployed when needed and retrieved, instead of being severed like current towed decoy systems. The HPFOTD converts, amplifies and radiates techniques that are used to defeat radar-guided missiles. That contract is expected to be worth in excess of $100 million over the next five years. About BAE SYSTEMS: BAE SYSTEMS is an international company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced defense and aerospace systems in the air, on land, at sea and in space. The company designs, manufactures and supports military aircraft, surface ships, submarines, radar, avionics, communications, electronics and guided weapon systems. It is a pioneer in technology with a heritage stretching back hundreds of years. It is at the forefront of innovation, working to develop the next generation of intelligent defense systems. BAE SYSTEMS has major operations across five continents and customers in some 130 countries. The company has 100,000 people and generates annual sales of approximately $18 billion through its wholly-owned and joint venture operations. BAE SYSTEMS, innovating for a safer world. BAE SYSTEMS North America is a high-technology U.S. company employing more than 25,000 people who live and work in some 30 states, the District of Columbia District of Columbia, federal district (2000 pop. 572,059, a 5.7% decrease in population since the 1990 census), 69 sq mi (179 sq km), on the east bank of the Potomac River, coextensive with the city of Washington, D.C. (the capital of the United States). , and the United Kingdom. The company is dedicated to solving its customers' needs with highly innovative and leading edge solutions across the defense electronics, systems, information technology, and services arenas. BAE SYSTEMS Information & Electronic Warfare Systems employs 5,500 people at 10 major facilities in eight states. The business unit is a major producer of aircraft self-protection systems and tactical surveillance and intelligence systems for all branches of the armed forces. Other major business areas include microwave, mission and space electronics; infrared imaging; and automated mission planning systems. To obtain additional information about us, visit "What's News" at: www.iews.na.baesystems.com Note: A photo is available at URL: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/photo.cgi?pw.063003/bb5 |
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