Northrop Grumman wins $60.4 million Air Force sensor contract
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Northrop Grumman wins $60.4 million Air Force sensor contract

The Rolling Meadows, Illinois, firm will develop an enhanced sensor for the Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures system under a sole-source deal set to finish by April 2029.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: July 9, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

ROLLING MEADOWS, ILLINOIS — Northrop Grumman Systems Corp.has won a $60.4 million Air Force contract to develop an enhanced sensor for aircraft infrared defense.