JavaScript Required

Jumpseat Aerospace News requires JavaScript to function. Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue.

Northrop Grumman Eyes New EW Family of Systems

May 20, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Northrop Grumman considers new EW family of systems.
Based on open system architecture of AN/ALQ-257 IVEWS.
Potential applications include rotary wing, fixed-wing, and UAS.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Key Takeaways.

Upgrade

Strategic Implications

This development may indicate Northrop Grumman's strategic push into advanced electronic warfare capabilities, which could strengthen its competitive position in the defense market. The open system architecture suggests flexibility and adaptability, which may appeal to international partners and could signal a significant expansion of Northrop Grumman's EW offerings.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

Upgrade

What Happened

Company Explores Development Options For Advanced Electronic Warfare

Northrop Grumman is exploring development options for a new electronic warfare family of systems, building on the open system architecture of its AN/ALQ-257 Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite. The company is evaluating various platform applications, including potential EW systems for rotary wing aircraft, fixed-wing fighters, and unmanned aerial systems. The open architecture technology is designed to protect virtually any platform or mission, with potential foreign military sales in mind. According to Janes, the company is weighing development options and considering exportable systems for international partner nations.

Source

Companies Mentioned