L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) has been awarded an $876 million U.S. Navy contract for the Next Generation Jammer Low Band (NGJ-LB) program, which supports accelerated development of low band electronic attack capabilities for the Navy's airborne electronic warfare systems. The award adds to L3Harris's existing airborne electronic attack work, including the AN/ALQ-99 Tactical Jamming System, and recent wins in GMLRS propulsion, VAMPIRE counter-drone systems and Wolf Pack munitions. The next phase is engineering and manufacturing development, including delivery of system demonstration test pods on the Navy's accelerated schedule. Investors can track contract milestones and updates on NGJ-LB testing progress in management's quarterly commentary.
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