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Raytheon Completes Two Milestones In Next-Generation GPS Controls

Thursday, June 16th, 2016

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Raytheon Completes Two Milestones In Next-Generation GPS Controls

Artist's illustration of a GPS III satellite. Image: Lockheed Martin.

Raytheon [RTN] successfully completed both a qualification and critical design review milestones as it develops the U.S. Air Force’s Global Positioning System Next Generation Operational Control System (GPS OCX), the company said Thursday.The new GPS OCX is meant to offer significant improvements to the GPS system including enhanced availability, accuracy, and security, Raytheon said.The OCX is being delivered in blocks: Block 0 comprises the Launch and Checkout Systems for the launch and early orbit of GPS III satellites, Block 1…

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