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Leonardo DRS

US
commercial
Arlington, Virginia, United States
www.leonardodrs.com/
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Leonardo DRS provides multi-domain advanced cooled and uncooled infrared systems to the U.S. government and multiple allied nations.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsNarrative CapabilityFeb 3, 2026SDA Awards Contract for Space-Based Infrared Sensor Payload

Advanced sensing mission technology is a strategic focus for Leonardo DRS and the company integrates multi-domain sensing, secure communications, and laser technologies for programs including Golden Dome and Counter-UAS.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductFeb 3, 2026SDA Awards Contract for Space-Based Infrared Sensor Payload

Leonardo DRS will design, build, integrate, and test advanced infrared mission payloads for TRKT3.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductFeb 3, 2026SDA Awards Contract for Space-Based Infrared Sensor Payload

Leonardo DRS has installed mission capabilities across ground, sea, air, and space domains.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductFeb 3, 2026SDA Awards Contract for Space-Based Infrared Sensor Payload

Leonardo DRS received a subcontract to provide Infrared Mission Payloads in support of the Space Development Agency’s Tracking Layer Tranche 3 (TRKT3).

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductFeb 3, 2026SDA Awards Contract for Space-Based Infrared Sensor Payload

Leonardo DRS applies its sensing and payload manufacturing capabilities to autonomous maritime fleet protection and ground combat mounted and dismounted systems.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductFeb 3, 2026SDA Awards Contract for Space-Based Infrared Sensor Payload

Leonardo DRS cautions that contract performance, schedules, and product development outcomes are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from current expectations.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsOrg RelationshipJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS presents the TRKT3 subcontract as part of a broader strategy to deliver multi-domain sensing solutions that connect platforms and shooters across a networked battlespace.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsNarrative GeneralJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS will integrate high-performance infrared payloads into the Space Development Agency Tracking Layer architecture to provide faster, more accurate warning and tracking data to commanders and interceptor operators.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS emphasizes advanced sensing as a strategic focus area that combines multi-domain sensors with secure communications and laser-based mission technologies.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS will design, build, integrate, and test a new generation of infrared mission payloads tailored to the Tracking Layer Tranche 3 satellites under a subcontract.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

The TRKT3 work reinforces Leonardo DRS’ role in expanding the space layer of the missile defense enterprise to support resilient, proliferated constellations capable of tracking emerging threats.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS is already a major supplier of cooled and uncooled infrared systems to U.S. and allied defense customers with operational systems fielded across ground, maritime, airborne, and space domains.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsOrg RelationshipJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS is the payload provider supporting the TRKT3 missile defense mission.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS states that its reputation as a trusted defense technology provider relies on practical innovation, quality execution, and the ability to meet demanding mission requirements for U.S. and allied customers.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS’ sensing and mission technologies support defense efforts including Golden Dome, counter-uncrewed aircraft systems, autonomous maritime protection, and mounted and dismounted ground combat systems.

Mentioned as: leonardo drsTechnical ProductJan 31, 2026Leonardo DRS infrared payloads selected for SDA Tracking Layer Tranche 3

Leonardo DRS's strategic investments in AI and open-architecture edge computing aim to transform the space domain.

Mentioned as: Leonardo DRSTechnical ProductDec 29, 2025Next-Generation Secure Data Transport Capability Tested in Space

Leonardo DRS completed a successful on-orbit test of a multi-channel software-defined radio with integrated advanced cryptography.

Mentioned as: Leonardo DRSTechnical ProductDec 29, 2025Next-Generation Secure Data Transport Capability Tested in Space

Leonardo DRS developed this capability to enable high-performance secure satellite communications across multiple frequencies and networks simultaneously.

Mentioned as: Leonardo DRSTechnical ProductDec 29, 2025Next-Generation Secure Data Transport Capability Tested in Space

Leonardo DRS increased research and development investment across its business in response to this call from the Department of War.

Mentioned as: Leonardo DRSTechnical ProductDec 29, 2025Next-Generation Secure Data Transport Capability Tested in Space
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