Putting Critical Defense Systems to the Test
Leveraging a Legacy of Expertise to Verify the Nation’s Defense Systems
By Presley Price
The U.S. government and defense industry are working hand-in-hand to develop, deliver and sustain solutions that protect the homeland against hypersonic missile threats. Northrop Grumman recognizes that missile defense is a key component of the U.S. strategic deterrence strategy, and the Missile Defense Agency has deployed proven end-to-end missile defense solutions that stand watch 24/7.
One of the most critical steps in developing and sustaining missile defense solutions is systems testing to ensure they are effective in the event of an attack. Robin Heard leads a team at Northrop Grumman that designs and produces sophisticated test missiles that replicate global missile threats.
