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Northrop Grumman in Japan
Providing a range of capabilities and technologies for the Japan Self-Defense Force.
Defense, Security, and Information Systems
Northrop Grumman has a long history in Japan dating back to the late 1950s when the Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) used the Grumman Avenger aircraft for maritime patrol, the Albatross aircraft for search and rescue, and the Tracker aircraft for anti-submarine warfare. This close partnership with Japan continues today with Northrop Grumman providing support to all the major branches of the JSDF on a range of defense, security and information systems programs.
Key Programs and Capabilities
Glide Phase Interceptor
Under the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) Cooperative Development program, the U.S. Missile Defense Agency and Northrop Grumman will collaborate with the Japanese Ministry of Defense and its industry partners to develop elements of the interceptor. The Japanese-provided systems will be integrated into the GPI All-Up-Round.
MQ-4C Triton
Based on the proven Global Hawk unmanned aircraft system (UAS), Triton is equipped with a unique and robust mission sensor suite that provides 360-degree coverage on all sensors. It will provide round-the-clock maritime wide-area ISR for the U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Air Force. The U.S. Navy first deployed the Triton to Guam in 2020, where it quickly became an “invaluable asset.”
Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS)
To be fielded by the U.S. Army, the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) implements a modular, open and scalable architecture that is foundational to integrating available assets in the battlespace, regardless of source, service or domain. Its architecture enables the efficient and affordable integration of current and future systems and extends the battlespace by disaggregating sensors and effectors. Northrop Grumman is pioneering joint all-domain command and control with IBCS.
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Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile – Extended Range
The AARGM-ER is a state-of-the-art, air-launched tactical missile designed to protect pilots from advanced surface-to-air threats. It quickly detects and neutralizes distant land- and sea-based air-defense systems, safeguarding friendly operations. Providing essential counter-air-defense capabilities, the AARGM-ER is being integrated into the U.S. Navy's F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, EA-18G Growler, and the F-35 aircraft.
Electronic Warfare and Attack
Northrop Grumman’s electronic warfare and electronic attack systems protect surface ships and aircraft from missiles, providing early detection, signal analysis and threat warning. Once the system detects an incoming threat, it responds by emitting tight blasts of precisely controlled radio-frequency energy.
Space Domain Awareness
Space Domain Awareness (SDA) enables the accurate tracking of human-made objects in space through timely orbital predictions. As global reliance on space grows for economic, scientific, and national security purposes, governments have prioritized SDA.
For over a decade, Northrop Grumman has provided ground and space products to monitor the space environment, aiding in the detection, identification, and characterization of space objects. We are a global leader in rendezvous and proximity operations in LEO and GEO, offering critical logistics, servicing, and inspection capabilities across diverse mission domains.
Next Generation Space Capabilities
SpaceLogistics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Northrop Grumman, provides cooperative space logistics and in-orbit satellite servicing to geosynchronous satellite operators using its fleet of commercial servicing vehicles—the Mission Extension Vehicle, the Mission Robotic Vehicle and the Mission Extension Pods.
Counter Hypersonics
Northrop Grumman is working on groundbreaking solutions to help defeat modern hypersonic missiles in various phases of flight, including developing the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) supporting the U.S. Missile Defense Agency’s regional hypersonic missile defense program.
E-2C Hawkeye
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) has operated 13 E-2C Hawkeye airborne early warning aircraft since 1983.
E-2D Advanced Hawkeye
The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye was selected in 2014 to fulfill Japan’s evolving airborne early warning and command and control (AEW&C) requirements. The aircraft’s updated sensor suite and network connectivity provide seamless information flow for more accurate and timely decision-making.
RQ-4B Global Hawk
In 2014 Japan selected the RQ-4B Global Hawk to be an integral part of the nation’s ISR assets. The Global Hawk unmanned aircraft system can collect a wide variety of intelligence data while flying for more than 30 hours at altitudes of up to 60,000 feet.
Northrop Grumman provides major F-35A components and systems to the Japan Ministry of Defense. Our partnerships with Japanese industry focus on radar, communication and navigation and the center fuselage for the F-35A.
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) operates the Northrop Grumman Longbow Radar and APR-39 radar warning receiver on the AH-64D.
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) operates the Northrop Grumman Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS) and AQS-24A mine hunting sonar from the MCH-101 Airborne Mine Countermeasure Helicopter.
TThe Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) operates various Northrop Grumman mission and flight avionics such as radar and electronic warfare, navigation systems and IFF systems on F-4, F-15, F-35, E-767 AWACS and C-130 aircraft.
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Lisa Brown
Chief Executive Japan at Northrop Grumman
Lisa Brown is responsible for growing Northrop Grumman’s business in Japan and cultivating the government and industry partnerships essential to shaping and sustaining future business.
Mrs. Brown brings more than 30 years’ experience in international business, business development, and program management to this important role. She began working for Northrop Grumman in 1991 and most recently was Vice President responsible for the Next Generation Interceptor program.
Contact Us
Northrop Grumman in Japan
Prudential Tower 3F, 2-13-10, Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0014
Office : +81-3-6635-2101 Fax: +81-3-3519-9088