General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in the design and production of lightweight composite structural components and integrated assemblies for both commercial and military aircraft. With over 60 years of experience, the company specializes in providing advanced solutions such as wing and fuselage structures, flight control surfaces, doors, and engine components. These aerospace composite structures offer significant benefits, including weight reduction, impact absorption, and extended product life. General Dynamics supports platforms such as the F-22 Raptor, F-16, and C-17 Globemaster III, delivering durable and cost-effective aerospace solutions.
The Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) is a high-performance, versatile catamaran designed by General Dynamics Mission Systems to support a wide range of missions, including logistics, humanitarian aid, disaster response, and maritime law enforcement. Built for speed and maneuverability, even in shallow waters, the EPF is equipped with advanced electronic mission systems, communication networks, and navigation tools, all integrated within a robust computing infrastructure. This platform has been tested for supporting joint forces in operational environments, and with ongoing developments, it will continue to evolve to meet the needs of modern warfighters, including supporting aerial and undersea systems for enhanced operational capabilities.
General Dynamics Mission Systems specializes in the design and integration of advanced control and communication systems for maritime, land, air, and space applications. The company developed the SSGN Attack Weapon Control System, an innovative solution for U.S. Navy guided missile submarines (SSGN). This system leverages an open architecture framework, which allows for seamless integration of new payloads and capabilities, such as unmanned underwater and aerial vehicles, with minimal system disruption. By using industry-standard protocols like IP and Ethernet, General Dynamics ensures enhanced flexibility and cost-efficiency. With a proven track record in delivering reliable and adaptable systems, General Dynamics continues to enhance the capabilities of defense and exploration platforms, offering advanced solutions that support next-generation weaponry and strategic operations.
The Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) by General Dynamics Mission Systems is a cutting-edge solution designed to enhance the electronic warfare (EW) capabilities of U.S. Navy surface ships. Serving as the Lead Systems Integrator since 2003, SEWIP improves shipboard defense with open architecture systems that allow rapid integration of emerging technologies. Upgrades such as Blocks 1A, 1B, and 1B3 offer advanced detection, identification, and countermeasure functions against modern anti-ship missile threats. Leveraging commercial-off-the-shelf technology, SEWIP provides a cost-effective and efficient means to strengthen situational awareness and early threat detection, ensuring superior defense for the U.S. Navy's fleet.
The Tactical Control System (TCS) developed by General Dynamics Mission Systems is a cutting-edge solution designed for submarines used by the U.S. and Australia ,n Navies. TCS integrates data from a variety of submarine sensor and communication systems, providing a unified operational picture that enhances situational awareness. It supports advanced functions like sensor data fusion, target motion analysis, and tactical decision-making tools. As part of the AN/BYG-1 combat system, TCS ensures open system flexibility for quick technology updates, facilitating effective mission execution and the seamless operation of critical submarine systems.
The Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) by General Dynamics Mission Systems is a cutting-edge naval platform designed for versatility, enhancing lethality, survivability, and adaptability in complex maritime environments. It features advanced computing infrastructure to control operations such as navigation and weapon systems, integrated with top-tier sensors, processors, and secure data storage for real-time actionable intelligence. The LCS's modular design supports over-the-horizon Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) and mine countermeasure systems like Knifefish, while offering a flexible command environment for joint warfighting across air, surface, and underwater domains. Its open-architecture design ensures seamless upgrades, rapid mission reconfiguration, and enhanced cyber defense, making it an essential asset for modern naval operations.
Knifefish is a medium-class Mine Countermeasure (MCM) Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV) developed by General Dynamics Mission Systems, designed for deployment from Littoral Combat Ships (LCS). This advanced UUV enhances mine-hunting operations by detecting, classifying, and identifying buried and high-clutter mines, while acting as an off-board sensor to keep sailors safely out of minefields. Its modular open systems architecture enables seamless integration with various ship systems and mission modules, supporting quick reconfiguration and intelligence gathering for other mine warfare systems. Knifefish plays a crucial role in reducing personnel risk and providing vital environmental data for broader mine warfare efforts.
The Bluefin UUV Operator Tool Suite by General Dynamics Mission Systems is a comprehensive, Windows-based software designed to streamline unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) operations across all mission phases. This suite includes essential tools such as the Bluefin Mission Planner for intuitive survey mission planning, the Bluefin Dashboard for real-time vehicle monitoring and diagnostics, Bluefin Topics for robust communication infrastructure, and Bluefin Witness for seamless payload data transfer and imagery processing. Fully compatible with SeeByte’s SeeTrack 4, it ensures enhanced situational awareness and mission execution by integrating various functionalities, including mission planning, vehicle testing, communications, and post-mission analysis.
General Dynamics Mission Systems offers advanced satellite communication services and equipment, specializing in secure, reliable communication solutions for U.S. government and allied missions. Their offerings include Iridium® handsets, which provide global coverage through fixed and mobile satellite solutions. With over 20 years of experience, they offer end-to-end system design, product selection, installation expertise, and 24/7 customer support. General Dynamics ensures seamless communication in even the most challenging environments, delivering cost-effective, mission-critical services for both commercial and government clients. Their solutions are designed to meet the unique global communications needs of their customers.
Dynamic ASSIST (Advanced System Integration Structure) is a cutting-edge operational tool designed to enhance situational awareness and mission effectiveness. By consolidating data from various sources like Navigation Radar, AIS, JREAP, and Link 16, it creates a unified real-time operational picture. The system offers a 3D display that provides intuitive visualization of battle spaces, showing track locations and sensor coverage zones. Dynamic ASSIST integrates seamlessly with existing systems and cameras, allowing synchronized targeting and tracking of high-priority objects such as man-overboard situations or navigational obstacles. This advanced solution improves decision-making and operational control in complex environments.
The Containerized Tethered Elevated Mast (C-TEM) is an advanced unmanned aerial system designed to improve line-of-sight communication for surface ships. With its all-weather, long-endurance mission capabilities, C-TEM ensures reliable and secure RF data transmission. Its modular design supports various mission-critical functions such as radar, electronic warfare, ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), and counter-UAS, offering flexible applications for elevated communications, covert reconnaissance, port security, and more. Featuring rapid deployment, 360-degree coverage, intuitive controls, and minimal integration requirements, C-TEM provides the Navy's hybrid fleet with enhanced operational flexibility, resilience, and cyber-secure operations.
Progeny Systems, a division of General Dynamics Mission Systems, specializes in providing advanced software and hardware solutions for acoustics, cybersecurity, weapon launch systems, and complex architectures. With a strong focus on submarine modernization, Progeny delivers mission-critical technologies including integrated tactical weapon systems, torpedo guidance and control, and cutting-edge sonar technologies. The company supports the Department of Defense and other organizations, enhancing platform survivability, warfighter safety, and operational efficiency across land, sea, and air domains. With ISO-certified production facilities and a robust network of offices, Progeny plays a crucial role in improving military readiness and operational capabilities.
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRS) is a NASA communications network of specialized satellites, orbiting 22,300 miles above Earth. It facilitates communication between spacecraft, satellites, and the International Space Station (ISS) with Earth-based stations. General Dynamics Mission Systems has supported the TDRS program for over 30 years, modernizing ground systems and integrating advanced technologies. This includes critical upgrades to NASA’s Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment (SGSS) project, which ensures continuous operation and improvements for the next 25 years. The system plays a vital role in supporting space exploration missions, including those involving the Hubble Space Telescope and the ISS.
The Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment (SGSS) project, led by General Dynamics Mission Systems, is modernizing NASA's Space Network infrastructure. As the prime contractor, General Dynamics is redesigning and upgrading critical ground stations to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability. The project focuses on the continuous support of NASA's Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), enabling seamless communication between spacecraft and operators. By integrating advanced technology and eco-friendly solutions, SGSS ensures long-term support for NASA's missions, with an emphasis on reducing operational costs, improving system sustainability, and preparing for future mission needs.
The Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) is a state-of-the-art satellite communications network developed by General Dynamics Mission Systems for the U.S. Navy. It offers seamless, high-capacity voice and data communication for military personnel, even in remote and hostile environments. MUOS enhances connectivity with cell phone-like services, providing crystal-clear audio and a tenfold increase in communication capacity compared to the previous UHF system. The system operates through four global ground stations, ensuring worldwide coverage, including urban, mountainous, and Arctic regions. By replacing legacy systems, MUOS supports military operations with reliable, high-quality communications, even in the most challenging conditions.
