The integration of new radars into the Eurofighter Typhoon looks set to bring a step change in the platform’s capability.

BAE Systems is to flight-test a Eurofighter Typhoon equipped with multi-core computer processors as part of ongoing efforts to redesign the fighter.

Jana Partners is stepping up its daily operational control and strategic restructuring of embattled defense electronics specialist Mercury Systems.

Leidos has received a $48 million contract to start training the U.S. Army's future high-altitude intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance pilots.

Officials hope investments such as Radar 2 may encourage Eurofighter Typhoon export customers such as Saudi Arabia to sign on the dotted line for more fighters.

The leadership changes follow the defense electronics specialist undertaking a strategic review in January.

Elbit Systems has unveiled the Nano SPEAR, a radio-frequency countermeasure dispensed like a passive chaff system but which functions like an active decoy.

The selection of Saab's Arexis electronic-warfare suite is part of an initial effort to add a SEAD/DEAD and EW capability to the Eurofighter.