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From developing, manufacturing and deploying state-of-the-art, radiation-hardened products for use in defence, space, intelligence, research and commercial missions to our first multi-sensing multi-satellite cluster that will deliver a more complete intelligence picture directly to end users, we have always been at the forefront of space technology.

Featured products and programmes

Azalea

Azalea™: Low Earth Orbit satellite cluster

Azalea™ is a cluster-based satellite system that will use a range of sensors to collect radar and radio frequency (RF) data, which will be analysed by machine learning algorithms using on-board edge processors to deliver derived insight and intelligence securely, anywhere in the world while still in orbit.

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Laser/LIDAR Instruments

Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) and Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR) remote sensing technology work best when you don’t have to wait for the data. Our LIDAR technology has been used on heritage programs like CALIPSO and now on new technologies that enable new scientific discoveries.

Astrophysics and research

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Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope

We designed and developed the Wide Field Instrument (WFI) Opto-Mechanical Assembly for the Roman mission.

Hubble Space Telescope

Hubble Space Telescope

The five science instruments now operating on the Hubble Space Telescope were all designed and built by BAE Systems.

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Cryogenics

Our cryogenic capabilities provide a tactical and scientific advantage, along with accurate data and extended mission times.

Earth observation and applications

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Laser/LIDAR Instruments

Our LIDAR data is available in real-time and we’re developing LIDAR technology for new science, tactical and commercial applications.

An F-15 Eagle Strike Fighter, able to attack in high-threat environments with greater precision, velocity, and timing with the cutting edge anti-jam, anti-spoofing M-Code technology of BAE Systems’ SABR™ GPS Receivers.

SABR™ GPS Receivers: M-Code is here

The best GPS receiver. Now even better with M-Code technology.

Data gathering satellite in orbit above Earth depicts BAE Systems’ Geospatial Intelligence capabilities to predict when and where threats will arise to inform prevention and response operations.

Geospatial Intelligence

Predicting when and where threats will strike with a high degree of probability is now possible and achievable. Advancements in software automation enable Activity-Based Intelligence (ABI) systems to become the primary tool for predictive analysis that will transform how we conduct operations and manage threat environments.

This coastal-design mapping infographic depicts the types of data that our GXP geospatial software can contextualize into military, security, and incident response materials to inform decision-making.

Geospatial eXploitation Products™ (GXP®)

GXP® software solutions enable development of advanced geospatial intelligence through an unrivaled capacity for the discovery, exploitation, and dissemination of mission-critical geospatial data.

Space exploration and technology

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Communications satellite in orbit, an example of space-based equipment that requires radiation-hardened electronics like BAE Systems has been developing for over 50 years.

Radiation-hardened electronics

BAE Systems’ advanced, high reliability radiation-hardened electronic components, cards, processors, and units have been enabling civil, commercial, and national security space missions for more than 50 years.

Rough terrain seen from pilot’s seat, overlayed with illustrated concepts of geospatial signals intelligence from multiple domains being collected and turned into analysis and mission planning.

Multi-Int Signal Processing R&D

We create signal processing and machine learning algorithms that leverage masses of often underused sensor data to give warfighters and analysts new insights, options, and opportunities for mission success.

Azalea

Azalea™: Low Earth Orbit satellite system

Azalea, a multi-sensor Low Earth Orbit satellite system that delivers quality data and intelligence in near real-time from space to end users

Space intelligence and applications

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WorldView

We built the spacecrafts for WorldView satellites which capture high-resolution images of Earth.

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Weather System Follow-on – Microwave

Woman at electronic performance dashboard, reflecting the vast amounts of data that our Resilient Ground Systems provide for better decision-making and more mission success.

Resilient Ground Systems

Advanced mission management solutions enabling activity-based intelligence and automated decision-making.

Azalea

Azalea™: Low Earth Orbit satellite system

Azalea, a multi-sensor Low Earth Orbit satellite system that delivers quality data and intelligence in near real-time from space to end users