Leonardo DRS Awarded $99 Million Contract to Modernize U.S. Army’s Mortar Fire Control System
Leonardo DRS (NASDAQ: DRS) has secured a $99 million firm fixed-price IDIQ contract to provide next-generation Mortar Fire Control Systems (MFCS) to the U.S. Army. The contract covers production, delivery, and fielding services for mortar Weapons and Fire Control programs.
The MFCS modernizes the Army's mortar fire control capability by integrating with the digital battlefield. It features a weapon pointing device, inertial navigation/position system, and digital communications embedded in a rugged fire control computer. This integration enables mortar crews to handle digital fire messages, determine weapon positioning, and calculate ballistic solutions.
This contract aligns with DRS's strategic focus on network computing, as the company continues developing advanced C5 technologies for multi-domain battlefield operations, including tactical computing systems, AI processing solutions, and advanced C5ISR/EW systems.
Leonardo DRS (NASDAQ: DRS) ha ottenuto un contratto IDIQ a prezzo fisso di 99 milioni di dollari per fornire sistemi di controllo del fuoco per mortai di nuova generazione (Mortar Fire Control Systems (MFCS)) all'esercito statunitense. Il contratto copre la produzione, la consegna e i servizi di schieramento per i programmi di armi e controllo del fuoco per mortai.
I MFCS modernizzano la capacità di controllo del fuoco dei mortai dell'esercito integrandosi con il campo di battaglia digitale. Dispone di un dispositivo di puntamento dell'arma, un sistema di navigazione/posizionamento inerziale e comunicazioni digitali incorporate in un computer di controllo del fuoco robusto. Questa integrazione consente agli equipaggi dei mortai di gestire messaggi di tiro digitali, determinare il posizionamento dell'arma e calcolare soluzioni balistiche.
Questo contratto è in linea con l'obiettivo strategico di DRS di focalizzarsi sul calcolo in rete, mentre l'azienda continua a sviluppare tecnologie avanzate C5 per operazioni di battaglia multi-dominio, incluse soluzioni di calcolo tattico, soluzioni di elaborazione AI e sistemi avanzati C5ISR/EW.
Leonardo DRS (NASDAQ: DRS) ha asegurado un contrato IDIQ a precio fijo de 99 millones de dólares para proporcionar sistemas de control de fuego de mortero de próxima generación (Mortar Fire Control Systems (MFCS)) al Ejército de EE. UU. El contrato cubre la producción, entrega y servicios de implementación para los programas de armas y control de fuego de morteros.
Los MFCS modernizan la capacidad de control de fuego de morteros del Ejército al integrarse con el campo de batalla digital. Cuenta con un dispositivo de puntería, un sistema de navegación/posición inercial y comunicaciones digitales incorporadas en una computadora de control de fuego resistente. Esta integración permite a las tripulaciones de morteros manejar mensajes de fuego digitales, determinar la posición del arma y calcular soluciones balísticas.
Este contrato se alinea con el enfoque estratégico de DRS en computación en red, ya que la empresa continúa desarrollando tecnologías avanzadas C5 para operaciones en campos de batalla multidominio, incluyendo sistemas de computación táctica, soluciones de procesamiento de IA y sistemas avanzados C5ISR/EW.
레오나르도 DRS (NASDAQ: DRS)는 미 육군에 차세대 박격포 발사 제어 시스템(MFCS)를 제공하기 위해 9,900만 달러 규모의 고정 가격 IDIQ 계약을 체결했습니다. 이 계약은 박격포 무기 및 발사 제어 프로그램의 생산, 배송 및 배치 서비스를 포함합니다.
MFCS는 디지털 전장이 통합되어 육군의 박격포 발사 제어 능력을 현대화합니다. 이 시스템은 무기 조준 장치, 관성 항법/위치 시스템, 내구성이 뛰어난 발사 제어 컴퓨터에 통합된 디지털 통신 기능을 갖추고 있습니다. 이러한 통합을 통해 박격포 대원들은 디지털 발사 메시지를 처리하고, 무기 위치를 결정하며, 탄도 해결책을 계산할 수 있습니다.
이번 계약은 DRS가 네트워크 컴퓨팅에 전략적으로 집중하는 것과 일치하며, 회사는 전술 컴퓨팅 시스템, AI 처리 솔루션 및 고급 C5ISR/EW 시스템을 포함해 다중 도메인 전투 작전을 위한 고급 C5 기술 개발을 지속하고 있습니다.
Leonardo DRS (NASDAQ: DRS) a obtenu un contrat IDIQ à prix fixe de 99 millions de dollars pour fournir des systèmes de contrôle de tir de mortier de nouvelle génération (Mortar Fire Control Systems (MFCS)) à l'armée américaine. Le contrat couvre la production, la livraison et les services de déploiement pour les programmes d'armement et de contrôle du feu des mortiers.
Les MFCS modernisent la capacité de l'armée à contrôler le tir de mortier en s'intégrant au champ de bataille numérique. Il comprend un dispositif de pointage d'arme, un système de navigation/de position inertiel et des communications numériques intégrées dans un ordinateur de contrôle de tir robuste. Cette intégration permet aux équipes de mortiers de gérer des messages de tir numériques, de déterminer la position de l'arme et de calculer des solutions balistiques.
Ce contrat s'inscrit dans la stratégie de DRS axée sur l'informatique en réseau, alors que l'entreprise continue de développer des technologies avancées C5 pour des opérations multi-domaines sur le champ de bataille, y compris des systèmes de calcul tactique, des solutions de traitement de l'IA et des systèmes avancés C5ISR/EW.
Leonardo DRS (NASDAQ: DRS) hat einen Festpreis-IDIQ-Vertrag über 99 Millionen US-Dollar zur Bereitstellung von nächstgeneration Mortar Fire Control Systems (MFCS) für die US-Armee gesichert. Der Vertrag umfasst Produktion, Lieferung und Bereitstellungsdienste für Mörserwaffen und Feuerleitsysteme.
Die MFCS modernisieren die Feuerleitfähigkeit der Armee für Mörser, indem sie mit dem digitalen Schlachtfeld integriert werden. Sie verfügen über ein Waffensichtgerät, ein inertiales Navigations-/Positionssystem und digitale Kommunikationsmöglichkeiten, die in einen robusten Feuerleitrechner integriert sind. Diese Integration ermöglicht es den Mörsermannschaften, digitale Feuerbotschaften zu verarbeiten, die Waffenausrichtungen zu bestimmen und ballistische Lösungen zu berechnen.
Dieser Vertrag steht im Einklang mit dem strategischen Fokus von DRS auf Netzwerkcomputer, während das Unternehmen weiterhin fortschrittliche C5-Technologien für Multi-Domain-Battlefield-Operationen entwickelt, darunter taktische Computersysteme, KI-Verarbeitungslösungen und fortgeschrittene C5ISR/EW-Systeme.
- Secured significant $99 million U.S. Army contract
- Contract strengthens position in military technology sector
- Aligns with company's strategic focus on network computing
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The contract's value and scope indicate a multi-year revenue stream potential, strengthening DRS's position in tactical computing systems. With a market cap of
The emphasis on CMOSS/SOSA compliance and AI processing capabilities positions DRS advantageously for future defense contracts, as these open architecture standards are becoming increasingly critical in military procurement decisions. Think of this system as the "brain" that coordinates mortar operations, making traditional mortar units exponentially more effective through digital precision and networked communications.
This MFCS modernization significantly enhances the Army's combat effectiveness by digitizing mortar operations - traditionally one of the most manually intensive battlefield functions. The system's integration of digital call for fire messages and automated ballistic calculations dramatically reduces response time and improves accuracy, important factors in modern warfare scenarios.
The contract's structure as a firm fixed-price IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity) is particularly noteworthy, as it provides the Army with procurement flexibility while offering DRS a stable revenue stream. In simple terms, imagine upgrading from a manual calculator to a smart computer system - that's the level of advancement this brings to mortar operations.
The focus on ruggedized computing and network integration demonstrates DRS's understanding of modern military requirements where rapid information sharing and precision targeting are paramount. This contract strengthens DRS's foothold in the critical military modernization sector, particularly in the growing field of networked battlefield systems.
Under the contract, Leonardo DRS is responsible for the production and delivery of fire control systems and fielding services to support mortar Weapons and Fire Control programs.
The MFCS modernizes the
“Leonardo DRS is uniquely qualified for this program because of its extensive catalogue of technology and experience in providing advanced, ruggedized and networked computing systems across the
Network computing is a key strategic focus for the DRS as it continues to be the leading provider of advanced C5 technologies, enabling increased data and communications needed for targeting, situational awareness and Battle Management Systems (BMS) in multi-domain battlefield operations. The company is investing in the future of C5 for the Department of Defense through the development of the next generation of tactical computing Systems, AI processing solutions and advanced C5ISR/EW Modular Open Suite of Standards/ Sensor Open System Architecture (CMOSS/SOSA) aligned mounted systems – all aimed at enabling future network and platform processing to improve sensor fusion, situational awareness, and reduce the cognitive burden for commanders and crews.
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