During this initial tracking operation, the SPY-7 radar utilized its tactical hardware and software to monitor objects in space, confirming the system's readiness and initiating an extensive period of performance evaluations.
Amr Hussein, vice president of Multi-Domain Combat Solutions at Lockheed Martin, highlighted the rigorous testing process. "Our proven integration and test process ensures that Aegis and SPY-7 systems are thoroughly vetted before their deployment to Japan, minimizing risks and guaranteeing a fully integrated and calibrated system upon delivery," he stated.
The Japan Ministry of Defense plans to deploy the SPY-7 radar on two ASEVs.
Chandra Marshall, vice president of Radar and Sensor Systems at Lockheed Martin, explained the radar's capabilities. "Incorporating technology from the Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) program, the SPY-7 radar line enhances our ability to counter evolving threats, providing continuous, reliable coverage for both land and sea applications globally," she said.
The tracking test occurred at Lockheed Martin's Production Test Center in Moorestown, New Jersey.
Before being shipped to Japan, both the SPY-7 radar system and the accompanying Aegis Weapon System hardware will undergo thorough testing.
Lockheed Martin has been a global leader in the development and maintenance of air and missile defense systems like Aegis for over five decades, supporting U.S. and allied forces.
The versatile SPY-7 radar is vital for quick and precise decision-making, supporting multiple defense programs worldwide, including the U.S. Missile Defense Agency's LRDR, and the naval programs of Spain and Canada. Future applications of LRDR and SPY-7 technology are also being considered for Guam.
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