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RTX Modifies Growler's Next-Gen Jammer for Land, Sea Use

April 15, 2026

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Key Takeaways

RTX modifies Growler's next-gen jammer for land and sea use.
Raytheon Surface Electronic Attack System generates non-kinetic effects.
System is designed to protect high-value assets.
Development was funded in-house by RTX.

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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate a growing demand for non-kinetic solutions in electronic warfare, which could benefit RTX and other defense contractors. The system's multi-domain capability suggests a potential shift in how military forces approach electronic attack, and may signal a new direction for the industry.

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What Happened

New Electronic Attack Capability Expands Non-Kinetic Options

RTX has developed a new electronic attack capability based on the Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band pod, which can be used from land or sea. The Raytheon Surface Electronic Attack System is designed to generate non-kinetic effects to protect high-value assets, and has been developed with in-house funding. According to Chuck Angus, Director Electronic Attack Systems at Raytheon, the system is tailorable and can be used with a variety of platforms, including tactical vehicles and unmanned surface ships. The development was reported by Breaking Defense.

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