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Missile Systems (MS), with 2007 sales of $5.0 billion,
is a leading producer of missile systems for U.S. and
allied forces. Leveraging key capabilities in next-
generation architectures and technologies, MS is
focused on providing innovative solutions in core
and new markets.
In 2007, MS provided new demonstrations of its
leadership in missile defense technology with tests of
its Standard Missile-3 sea-based system and another
successful intercept by its exoatmospheric kill vehicle,
a key element of the ground-based missile defense
program. The business demonstrated a
revolutionary, low-cost solution for boost and ascent
phase threats with its network-centric airborne defense
element, which incorporates proven technologies from
MS air-to-air weapon systems.
MS also demonstrated the ability to rapidly fi eld
new technology by successfully completing an intense
fl ight test program for the Miniature Air Launched
Decoy (MALD), which is expected to enter low-rate
production later in 2008. In addition, Excalibur,
Raytheon’s GPS-guided projectile, was fi elded early
and performed successfully in combat, providing
much-needed precision to the warfi ghter.
Missile Systems
Louise Francesconi, President
Photo: State-of-the-art missile optical lens testing and evaluation