The programs of the Air & Missile Defense Department (AMDD) advance the effectiveness and readiness of U.S. military forces. AMDD expertise includes research, development, engineering, testing, and evaluation of current and future air defense-related systems and technologies. The emphasis is on solving problems by developing advanced concepts and prototypes and applying systems engineering from components and subsystems to total theater-wide capabilities. Areas of AMDD expertise include systems engineering; command, control, and coordination; and guided missile design, development, test, and evaluation
For many AMDD programs, APL serves as the multi-organizational technical lead or technical advisor for major military systems such as the Aegis Combat System and the Standard Missile.
The need for military services and their units to operate as a single integrated force poses challenges in areas of demonstrated AMDD expertise. From pioneering work in guided missile technology to a key role developing Aegis, AMDD actively develops programs of upgrades and improvements to address evolving needs of today and the future. Major program areas include the Cooperative Engagement Capability, a system of systems that networks multiple platforms for sensor netting and weapons engagement purposes. AMDD also has an important role in the development of ballistic missile defense under the Missile Defense Agency. |
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Air & Missile Defense