BAE Systems Radar Warning Receiver to Bolster National Security

MERRIMACK, N.H.--(Business Wire)--
BAE Systems will develop a new radar warning receiver prototype that can
identify radio frequency and communications activity in real time. The U.S. Air
Force awarded the company a $6.3 million contract to support its Satellite
Awareness and Protection program, an initiative to develop better mechanisms to
warn and protect satellites against attack.

"Satellites are integral to worldwide banking, communications, television,
navigation, weather forecasting, and remote sensing capabilities," said Eric
Rhodes, business development manager for BAE Systems. "The U.S. relies on
satellites for national security, our economy, and science programs, and this
technology will help our nation keep these capabilities secure."

The three-year contract calls for BAE Systems to develop a low-cost receiver
prototype that detects when satellites are targeted by radar. It will have more
capability than previous receivers at only a fraction of the size, weight, and
power consumption, making it easier and less expensive to integrate onto
satellites.

Click here to view a video with more information about BAE Systems` radar
warning receiver.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is the premier global defense, security and aerospace company
delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces,
as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and
customer support services. With approximately 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE
Systems' sales exceeded £18.5 billion (US $34.4 billion) in 2008.

BAE Systems
Karen Spiller, +1 603-885-2818
Mobile: +1 603-566-2090
karen.spiller@baesystems.com
or
Shannon Smith, +1 703-907-8257
Mobile: +1 703-967-3854
shannon.n.smith@baesystems.com
www.baesystems.com

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