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Acquisition Executive Randy Walden Joins Scientific Systems As Strategic Advisor

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Systems, an industry leader in advanced autonomy and artificial intelligence for defense applications, today announced that former U.S. Air Force acquisition and technical officer Randy "Waldo" Walden has joined the company as a strategic advisor. Mr. Walden will offer guidance to Scientific Systems as it operationalizes collaborative autonomy for the warfighter across a range of multi-domain crewed and uncrewed technology.

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  • WOBURN, Mass., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Systems, an industry leader in advanced autonomy and artificial intelligence for defense applications, today announced that former U.S. Air Force acquisition and technical officer Randy "Waldo" Walden has joined the company as a strategic advisor.
  • Mr. Walden will offer guidance to Scientific Systems as it operationalizes collaborative autonomy for the warfighter across a range of multi-domain crewed and uncrewed technology.
  • "Scientific Systems has been on my radar for over a decade," said Mr. Walden.
  • Following the recent announcement of retired Air Force General Charles "Corky" Corcoran as strategic advisor, plus the addition of Mr. Walden, Scientific Systems is building a strong team of advisors to advance its vision of autonomy for any mission.

BAE Systems successfully flight tests next-generation vehicle management computer for the F-35 Lightning II

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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ENDICOTT, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems' (LSE: BA) next-generation vehicle management computer was successfully flight tested on the F-35 Lighting II aircraft. The test demonstrated a technology upgrade for all three F-35 variants that will increase computer performance and addresses obsolescence issues. Testing occurred at Naval Air Station Patuxent and Edwards Air Force Base.

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  • ENDICOTT, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems' (LSE: BA) next-generation vehicle management computer was successfully flight tested on the F-35 Lighting II aircraft.
  • BAE Systems' Vehicle Management Computer (VMC) enables advanced control modes and improves mission efficiency and safety.
  • "This upgrade leveraged BAE Systems' technology roadmap to ensure the F-35 will advance its mission management and flight control capabilities today and into the future."
  • BAE Systems has more than 40 years of experience developing and integrating flight control technology for military and commercial platforms.

Booz Allen Opens New Pax River Mission Systems Integration Facility in California, Maryland

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) today announced that it has opened a new Pax River Mission Systems Integration Facility (MSIF) in California, Maryland, expanding upon the firm’s specialized engineering ecosystem of resources to tackle growing client challenges across the Department of Defense (DOD).

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  • Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) today announced that it has opened a new Pax River Mission Systems Integration Facility (MSIF) in California, Maryland, expanding upon the firm’s specialized engineering ecosystem of resources to tackle growing client challenges across the Department of Defense (DOD).
  • The new 20,000-square-foot, multiconfigurable facility provides a first-of-its-kind space in the region to rapidly design, develop, prototype, integrate, test, and evaluate innovative solutions that address the warfighter’s evolving and dynamic needs.
  • “The MSIF is an integral expansion of Southern Maryland’s ongoing contribution to the defense of our nation,” said Rep. Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD-05).
  • Read more about Booz Allen’s digital engineering capabilities here .

American States Water Company Announces New Privatization Contract Award at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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American States Water Company (AWR: NYSE) announced today that its contracted services subsidiary, American States Utility Services, Inc. (“ASUS”), has been awarded a 50-year contract by the U.S. government to operate, maintain and provide construction management services for the water distribution and wastewater collection facilities at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, a United States Navy air station located in Maryland.

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  • American States Water Company (AWR: NYSE) announced today that its contracted services subsidiary, American States Utility Services, Inc. (“ASUS”), has been awarded a 50-year contract by the U.S. government to operate, maintain and provide construction management services for the water distribution and wastewater collection facilities at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, a United States Navy air station located in Maryland.
  • The initial value of the contract is estimated at approximately $349 million over a 50-year period and is subject to annual economic price adjustment.
  • ASUS will also have the opportunity to generate additional revenues under this contract for new construction projects provided through contract modifications with the U.S. government.
  • Under the contract, there is a 6-month transition period to ensure seamless operations are established and inventory assets are fully accounted for in the contract.

Northrop Grumman Demonstrates Platform Agnostic In-Flight Connectivity for US Air Force

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully demonstrated the technical capability to connect a full aircraft ecosystem.

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  • SAN DIEGO, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) successfully demonstrated the technical capability to connect a full aircraft ecosystem.
  • “With the maturity of our technology, we have the solutions today that will provide unparalleled mission effectiveness,” said Jenna Paukstis, vice president, communications solutions, Northrop Grumman.
  • This flight test is part of a contract with the Air Force to develop and demonstrate a solution to help define the Air Force’s next generation radio approach.
  • Developing SPOC using Northrop Grumman’s software development kit and open architecture will allow the Air Force to introduce new capabilities at speed to meet evolving threats.

DCS Corporation Promotes Lance Alsheimer to Executive Vice President and Air-Sea Forces Support Sector Manager

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DCS Corporation is pleased to announce the promotion of Lance Alsheimer to the position of Executive Vice President and Sector Manager for the Air-Sea Forces Support Sector, effective January 1, 2022.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DCS Corporation is pleased to announce the promotion of Lance Alsheimer to the position of Executive Vice President and Sector Manager for the Air-Sea Forces Support Sector, effective January 1, 2022.
  • Lance has been with DCS since 1999, most recently serving as Vice President and Division Manager of the company's Weapons & Ordnance Division.
  • In his new role, Lance succeeds Larry Egbert who was recently promoted to DCS President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • "We are thrilled to have his steady hand and industry experience to lead the Air-Sea Forces Support Sector into the future."

GA-ASI Completes Series of System Level Tests for Protector

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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The first Protector is expected to complete its test and evaluation program late 2022 and arrive in the U.K. in 2023.

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  • The first Protector is expected to complete its test and evaluation program late 2022 and arrive in the U.K. in 2023.
  • The recently completed tests include Full-Scale Static Strength, High-Intensity Radiated Frequency (HIRF) and Environmental Testing.
  • The test program also included the Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation on Ordnance (HERO) testing for the Protector weapons load-out.
  • "We're proud to see the design concepts of MQ-9B be proven in operational environments bringing the Protector system one step closer to fielding with our RAF partner."

Former NASA Administrator and Retired Marine Corps Major General Charles F. Bolden Jr. Joins Ligado Networks Board

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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RESTON, Va., Aug. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ligado Networks today announced Charles F. Bolden Jr. has joined its Board.

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  • RESTON, Va., Aug. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ligado Networks today announced Charles F. Bolden Jr. has joined its Board.
  • Throughout his distinguished career, Administrator Bolden has forged innovative solutions and programs through government and industry collaboration.
  • During his NASA tenure, he created the Space Technology Mission Directorate and ushered in a new era focused on innovation in aeronautics technology.
  • "We are honored to welcome former NASA Administrator Major General Charles Bolden to our board.

Shift5, Inc., Executed Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD)

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Monday, January 11, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Shift5, Inc., a transportation data company, announces it has received a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD).

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Shift5, Inc., a transportation data company, announces it has received a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD).
  • The NAWCAD CRADA enables joint research and development in cyber resiliency to bring innovation to legacy systems.
  • "This CRADA is Shift5's first partnership with the Navy, adding to its portfolio of successful partnerships with the Air Force and Army.
  • The work will take place at Shift5 facilities in Arlington, VA. and at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Patuxent River, MD.

KBR to Develop Navy Technical Training Products through $42.5M Task Order

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
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As part of this cost-plus-fixed-fee task order, KBR will provide research and analysis to upgrade, modernize, and develop state-of-the-art training products associated with aircraft and other systems.

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  • As part of this cost-plus-fixed-fee task order, KBR will provide research and analysis to upgrade, modernize, and develop state-of-the-art training products associated with aircraft and other systems.
  • KBR will work with NAVAIR, the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), and the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Training and Simulator Division (NAWCTSD) to support training needs in response to updated requirements and systems.
  • This work is expected to be performed over 60 months and will include additional technical training and product development support for other government agencies and Foreign Military Sales.
  • KBR will perform the work for this contract primarily in Orange Park and Orlando, Florida and Lexington Park, Maryland.