EA-18G Growler Block II
Abstract
The Growler Block II (GB2) upgrade will implement innovative capability improvements required for Naval Aviation to regain and sustain an advantage in the EMS until the EA-18G replacement. GB2 is the first major upgrade to the Growler weapons system since IOC in 2009. GB2 will utilize a phased approach for spiral development of AEA capabilities. Phase 1 will include an upgraded Next Generation Electronic Attack Unit (NGEAU) and Reactive Electronic Attack Measures (REAM). The NGEAU will support an Open Mission Systems (OMS) processor architecture, include Multi Level Security (MLS), and include a Multi-Tier Resource Management (MTRM) framework. Additionally, the NGEAU addresses Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) concerns with the current EAU. REAM uses Cognitive Electronic Warfare machine learning algorithms to provide the warfighter with capabilities to counter advanced Integrated Air Defense System (IADS) by detecting and identifying unknown Complex Emitters. GB2 Phase 2, Beowulf, will include an advanced Multi-Function Array (MFA) in the Inboard Leading Edge Flaps (ILEF) augmenting the ALQ-218 functionality and capability. The GB2 MFA serves as technology development and risk reduction for the incorporation of MFAs on multiple future platforms. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) Future Naval Capability (FNC) Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare Resource Allocation Management (EMW RAM) is a software algorithm development planned for GB2 implementation that will provide an enhanced communication, sensor, and jamming resource management capability. GB2 modernization and added capability aligns to the overall Growler roadmap.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 08b5fd8f3e276dfa12abf3b13c7ebe4a
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