BAE Systems, General Dynamics Submit Final Proposal on U.S. Navy Electronic Warfare System to Defeat Sophisticated Maritime Threats

BAE Systems, General Dynamics Submit Final Proposal on U.S. Navy Electronic Warfare System to Defeat Sophisticated Maritime Threats


HUDSON, N.H May 6 2009 BAE Systems and General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems have submitted their final proposal to provide the surface-ship electronic warfare (EW) system for the U.S. Navy’s Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) Block 2 upgrade competition.

The next-generation SEWIP Block 2 system is designed to defeat increasingly sophisticated maritime threats by intercepting and classifying threat radars, particularly those on anti-ship cruise missiles. The BAE Systems and General Dynamics Sea Lightning team will seamlessly integrate EW open architecture capabilities with the Navy’s latest generation combat direction and management systems.

“Sea Lightning provides the foundation for electronic warfare in the maritime environment,” said Greg Smith, vice president of information dominance systems for BAE Systems. “It was born from the need to better protect Navy surface ships against the evolving cruise missile threat and will provide the Navy the capability they’ve asked for.”

“Our solution leverages the best electronic warfare capabilities of both BAE Systems and General Dynamics,” said Mike Tweed-Kent, vice president and general manager of integrated combat systems for General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems. “Our team is prepared to provide the Navy with the best technology upgrades at a lower cost and a shortened execution schedule.”
The SEWIP Block 2 will upgrade the Navy’s AN/SLQ-32(V) electronic support measures system. The AN/SLQ-32(V) provides early warning of enemy threats and initiates decoy engagements to defeat attacks by guided weapons. SEWIP Block 2 will upgrade the system’s receiver, antenna and combat system interface. The Navy is expected to award a contract in 2009. For more information about SEWIP Block 2, please visit www.baesystems.com/sealightning.

About BAE Systems
BAE Systems is the premier global defense, security and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.

Contacts Matthew C. Bates, BAE SystemsTel: +1 603-885-4558 Mobile: +1 603-318-6521matthew.bates@baesystems.comorShannon Smith, BAE SystemsTel: +1 703-907-8257 Mobile: +1 703-967-3854shannon.n.smith@baesystems.comhttp://www.baesystems.com/






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BAE Systems Awarded Role in $50 Billion Contract for U.S. Government Information Technology

BAE Systems Awarded Role in $50 Billion Contract for U.S. Government Information Technology


RESTON, Va.--April 15 2009 --BAE Systems received an indefinite-delivery/ indefinite-quantity contract for U.S. federal information technology work including infrastructure, applications, and IT management services under the government’s new Alliant program.

The selection qualifies the company to compete for an estimated $50 billion in future task orders awarded under the contract, administered by the General Services Administration (GSA). It has a base period of five years and a five-year option period.

“Our focus will be on supporting the government’s growing need for innovative solutions that reduce cost and increase the mission effectiveness of GSA’s client agencies,” said Gene Glazar, president of BAE Systems’ Information Solutions. “This award expands our company’s long-term partnership with the U.S. General Services Administration and enables us to offer IT solutions to any federal agency, anywhere in the world.”

BAE Systems has been providing enterprise information technology services to the GSA and its client agencies for almost 30 years.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is the premier global defense, security and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.

Contacts BAE SystemsElizabeth Reinhardt+1 703-563-7770Mobile: +1 571-296-5087elizabeth.reinhardt@baesystems.comorJessica Pantages+1 703-312-6157Mobile: +1 703-439-0345jessica.pantages@baesystems.comwww.baesystems.com








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