General Dynamics Mission Systems announced on May 4 it has received a $19 million contract modification from the U.S. Air Force to advance qualification and pre-production readiness activities for the Next Generation Survival Radio.
The agreement highlights the ongoing efforts to enhance mission-critical communications capabilities for military personnel. The contract includes Department of War certifications and delivery of about 300 pre-production units intended for operational training and evaluation.
According to General Dynamics, the company will use its experience in National Security Agency-certified products and combat survival communications to support both Air Force and broader Department of War operational readiness. The Next Generation Survival Radio is designed as an evolution of General Dynamics’ HOOK2 (PRC-112G) and HOOK3 survival radios, which are currently used by U.S. forces and allied nations worldwide. The new system aims to expand upon established combat search and rescue features in response to future operational requirements.
Work under this contract will take place at General Dynamics Mission Systems’ Scottsdale, Arizona facility starting immediately through 2027. The company said this effort further establishes its position as a provider of combat survival communication solutions.
General Dynamics Mission Systems was previously awarded an Other Transaction Authority Project Agreement by SOSSEC, Inc., supporting the Air Force’s Electronic Systems Directorate under the AFLCMC Consortium Initiative No FA8604-19-9-4050 between the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and SOSSEC, Inc.
The company employs approximately 12,000 people worldwide from its headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia.