Electronic Warfare Development

The Electronic Warfare Development program, under Program Element (PE) 0604270A, is a comprehensive Army initiative focused on engineering and manufacturing development for tactical Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities. The overarching goal is to enhance the Army's ability to seize, retain, and exploit advantages within the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) through integrated electronic attack, protection, and support functions. The program is structured along several lines of effort, each supporting specific EW objectives, including rapid reprogramming, spectrum management, airborne offensive EW, and force protection against evolving threats. It leverages modular, scalable, and open architectures to ensure adaptability for Army Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs) and Joint Force Commanders across diverse operational scenarios.

The Army Reprogramming Analysis Team (ARAT) is dedicated to providing tactical commanders with rapid reprogramming of mission software and timely dissemination of critical EW information. ARAT supports integrated reprogramming for target acquisition, engagement, vehicle survivability, and Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE), enabling quick adaptation to changing threat signatures. The program invests in automated threat analysis tools, mission software development, and improved communications conduits to minimize the time from threat detection to field deployment of countermeasures. In FY 2026, ARAT expands its mission to support the Terrestrial Layer System (TLS), focusing on producing, testing, and distributing mission software for forward deployed combat forces.

The Modular Electro-Magnetic Spectrum System (MEMSS) is a new start in FY 2026, aimed at delivering innovative RF technical effects for force protection and freedom of maneuver. MEMSS emphasizes accelerated development cycles, leveraging vendor R&D and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components to rapidly prototype and field solutions. The program includes test and demonstration phases to evaluate system performance, iterative hardware prototyping, and robust software development for controlling RF parameters and processing sensor data. MEMSS also establishes a dedicated technical and program management team to ensure successful integration and operational relevance, supporting both Army and joint operational needs.

The Electronic Warfare Planning and Management Tool (EWPMT) focuses on modernizing EW planning and management software to enable spectrum dominance in Multi-Domain Operations (MDO). The EWPMT-X upgrade leverages a government-supported framework for enhanced capability, rapid integration, and interoperability with other EW systems. The tool provides spectrum visualization, sensor orchestration, intelligence fusion, and command and control (C2) for both kinetic and non-kinetic targeting. The acquisition strategy employs agile, biannual software delivery, continuous fielding, and ongoing user engagement to ensure responsiveness to evolving EW requirements and threats.

Multi-Function Electronic Warfare (MFEW) delivers the Army's only organic, airborne offensive EW capability, primarily through integration with the Gray Eagle Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. MFEW-AL supports deep look, non-kinetic fires, electronic attack, and electronic warfare support, enabling commanders to shape the EMS for operational advantage. The program supports dissemination of Military Information Support Operations (MISO) products and offensive cyber operations, with incremental delivery and competitive acquisition strategies to accelerate capability deployment. MFEW aligns with Army transformation initiatives and operational needs statements, fostering innovation through agile funding mechanisms.

Integrated Electronic Warfare Systems (IEWS) and Counter Radio-Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (RCIED) Electronic Warfare (CREW) provide force protection for ground forces in convoys, vehicles, and fixed locations. IEWS integrates planning tools, multi-function EW, and defensive electronic attack capabilities to mitigate emerging and sophisticated threats. The program invests in developing new techniques, integrating existing solutions, and enhancing hardware and software to keep pace with evolving adversary capabilities. Funding supports ongoing engineering, development, and continuous evaluation, leveraging open architecture waveforms and competitive contracts to maintain operational effectiveness.