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CPI Econco Division has previously provided rebuilt power grid devices for Aegis radar systems and has twice been awarded the U.S. Navy Aegis Excellence Award for Outstanding Performance on the program.
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“NFIRE is an example of a defense satellite that far exceeded its original intent and became a ‘shining star’ program of the Missile Defense Agency.”—Rick Kettner, Gilbert Site Manager, Orbital ATK.
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"Because all of the energy that powers dangerous space weather events near Earth comes from solar wind, this capability allows us to better protect our space assets—particularly geosynchronous spacecraft, such as those that carry cell phone signals,"
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The scanning sensor provides continuous observation and surveillance for intercontinental ballistic missile launch detection.
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This testing fully demonstrated that the sensor’s performance met or exceeded that of its predecessor, HEO-3.
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"HEO-4 will complete the replenishment of our polar missile warning capability."—Lt. Gen. Samuel A. Greaves, U.S.A.F. executive program officer for Space + commander of Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC).
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"The migration to the modernized A2100 will help keep SBIRS ahead of America's adversaries while dramatically reducing costs and cycle times."—David Sheridan, V.P. + SBIRS Program Manager, Lockheed Martin.
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Once a satellite is launched then the work begins in space.
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The SBIRS program delivers early warning of ballistic missile launches, missile defense, technical intelligence and battlespace awareness.
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"This was a major milestone for the program and a major step forward towards SBIRS Ground operational acceptance next year. "—Col. Mike Guetlein, Remote Sensing Systems Program Office Director, SMC.
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