Northrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a follow-on production contract from the U.S. Navy, increasing the total value of the larger contract to over $161 million for the next generation JCREW/DRAKE 2.0 systems. This award encompasses the production and delivery of both dismounted and mounted systems.
The JCREW/DRAKE 2.0 is recognized as a key countermeasure against improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). It features enhanced signal processing, an extended frequency range, instantaneous bandwidth, and a more advanced user interface.
Gordie Russell, Vice President of Communications Solutions at Northrop Grumman, stated, “JCREW/DRAKE continues to prove itself as a critical component in protecting our warfighters while maintaining the strategic advantage needed to succeed across the modern battlefield. These systems are designed with an open and integrated architecture to support rapid upgrades and mission agility from ship-to-shore – capabilities that are critical for quick decision making.”
The JCREW/DRAKE 2.0 system provides 360-degree protection for warfighters, whether they are afloat, ashore, or on the move. It employs intelligent jamming technology to selectively neutralize threats while ensuring friendly communications remain uninterrupted. The system can function independently or integrate with other Command and Control systems, such as Northrop Grumman’s FAAD system, offering a layered defence and a technological edge in the field.
