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RF Systems and Satellite Payloads

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SPOTLIGHT

Redwire RF Antenna Technology Broadens Range of Link 16 Communications Network for U.S. Military

“This Link 16 capable low-Earth orbit spacecraft will address the Department of Defense’s urgent need for a fast-to-market, cost-effective, space-based Link 16 solution that will help our forces maintain the technological edge needed across today’s battlespace.” – Ken Peterman, President, Government Systems, Viasat

Link 16 is a standardized military communications system used by U.S. and NATO to exchange tactical data in real time. Link 16 technology is critical for U.S. and allied warfighters, and enables battlefield information to be relayed to decision makers in real time. Data transmitted on this system is currently limited to other terminals within line of sight, limiting data exchange between military aircraft, ships, or ground forces beyond line of sight.

The Air Force Research Laboratory sought to overcome this challenge, and in 2019, selected ViaSat to develop a Link 16-capable satellite. ViaSat selected Redwire’s RF antenna technology to be an integral part of the world’s first-ever Link 16-capable low-Earth orbit spacecraft pilot program. Redwire has deep experience developing deployable solutions and RF antennas for small satellites powered by its high rate production facility in Longmont, Colorado.

Heritage & Success

Blog

Redwire Making Critical Investments to Develop 4th Generation Link-16 Antenna

March 29, 2023

Press Release

Redwire Awarded Contract to Manufacture Link-16 Antennas for National Security LEO Constellation

June 7, 2022

Blog

Enhancing National Security with Space-Based Capabilities

Dean Bellamy, USAF (Ret.), Executive Vice President, National Security Space

April 6, 2022

RF Systems

Redwire is the partner of choice for high-volume production of larger antennas for high gain or lower frequency missions. Trusted by the Space Development Agency for critical national security needs, Redwire antenna technology delivers unmatched gain performance over an ultrawide bandwidth, providing line of sight communications for the warfighter.

Satellite Payloads

Redwire builds on years of flight heritage to create custom and cost-effective payload solutions for industry and military customers. Redwire takes a very hands-on and consultative approach to customize tactical communications and space domain awareness payloads for your mission. Partnering with Redwire ensures you’ll have the technology and expertise required to make your mission a success

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