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ITT Exelis offers upgraded testing for B-1B’s electronic warfare equipment

Dépèche transmise le 2 mai 2012 par Business Wire

ITT Exelis offers upgraded testing for B-1B’s electronic warfare equipment

CLIFTON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITT Exelis (NYSE: XLS) has proposed an open architecture system for the U.S. Air Force’s B-1B bomber that will expedite testing of the aircraft’s integrated electronic warfare system and reduce maintenance effort and cost throughout its life cycle.

“Further, our open architecture, modular approach will lead to the lowest possible cost of ownership throughout the B-1B’s lifetime.”

“As the original designer of the B-1B’s electronic warfare system (the ALQ-161A), we’ve drawn on three decades of experience to integrate this system,” said Rich Sorelle, vice president and general manager of Exelis Electronic Systems integrated electronic warfare systems business area. “Further, our open architecture, modular approach will lead to the lowest possible cost of ownership throughout the B-1B’s lifetime.”

Automated test equipment is critical to ensuring the electronic warfare system aboard the B-1B operates at its best. The proposed test station is based on the field-proven LM-STAR system developed by Lockheed Martin Global Training & Logistics originally designed for both the F-22 and F-35 programs. Leveraging on the intimate knowledge of the entire ALQ-161 system, Exelis will develop test programs that execute faster and more effectively. This will reduce overall run times resulting in lower maintenance costs and overall lower cost of ownership for the AN/ALQ-161A.

The Exelis approach includes a modern user interface with an array of updated benefits to both operators and developers. The system uses an optimum mix of Agilent rack-mount COTS (commercial off-the-shelf) equipment and synthetic instrumentation to support RF stimulus and measurement. The station hardware and software components provide the optimum environment for test program set development.

ITT Exelis Electronic Systems provides innovative integrated solutions for the global defense, intelligence, information assurance and commercial aerospace sectors. As a leader in electronic warfare and communications, we leverage our experience and innovation to ensure the success of our customers’ critical missions. Our technology leadership extends into the areas of airborne electronic attack, networked and satellite communications, counter-improvised explosive devices, airspace management, surveillance systems, airborne and shipboard radar, acoustic sensors, advanced composite structures and electronic weapons interfaces.

About ITT Exelis

ITT Exelis is a diversified, top-tier global aerospace, defense and information solutions company with strong positions in enduring and emerging global markets. Exelis is a leader in networked communications, sensing and surveillance, electronic warfare, navigation, air traffic solutions and information systems with growing positions in cyber security, composite aerostructures, logistics and technical services. The company has a 50-year legacy of innovation and technology expertise, partnering with customers worldwide to deliver affordable, mission-critical products and services for managing global threats, conflicts and complexities. Headquartered in McLean, Va., the company employs about 20,500 people and generated 2011 sales of $5.8 billion. www.exelisinc.com