Signals Intelligence

The U.S. Army’s HADES Prototype 1 completed its first flight on September 11, advancing the aerial intelligence program toward mission-system integration and developmental flight testing. The next phase will assess multi-domain sensing and signals intelligence capabilities; the milestone signals technical progress, not a new solicitation or contract award.

The Air Force Research Laboratory invites submissions for its updated SIFTER Advanced Research Announcement. Firms interested in enhancing signals intelligence should submit white papers by September 25, 2027, for FY28 consideration. This long-open period provides ample opportunity for innovation within critical technology areas.

TTM Technologies has signed an agreement to acquire Epiq Design Solutions for approximately **$1.1 billion**. This acquisition enhances TTM’s capabilities in electronic warfare and signals intelligence, affecting future procurement strategies for agencies like the **NSA** and **Space Force**.