NGC2: Enabling Next Generation Command and Control

Operational Pillars

Resilient Transport

Modern operations demand transport that cannot be severed by a single point of failure.

Our networks provide assured connectivity across multiple domains — sustaining continuity when spectrum is congested, terrain is obstructing, or adversaries attempt to deny access. This resilience ensures the fight is never paused by lost communications.

Integrated Data Layer

Information must flow freely across echelons and platforms.

By enabling radios to function as data routers and embedding compute at the edge, we align with the Army’s vision for a modular, data-centric network. These data routers enable the integration of raw data into usable information, creating a shared operating picture that commanders can act on.

Decision Advantage at Speed

The Army’s end state is faster, smarter decisions.

We support this by delivering networks that adapt as quickly as the fight changes. Software-defined upgrades, multi-transport diversity, and gateway functionality keep battlefield applications flowing without interruption, enabling commanders to stay ahead of the threat.

Radios as Network Gateways

Battlefield commanders need multi means of transport to move mission applications across resilient networks. L3Harris provides a family of radios that deliver this resilience, each differentiated for mission scale, form factor, and survivability.

AN/PRC-163

Compact and portable, two-channel multi-waveform handheld delivers voice, data and full motion video at the edge

AN/PRC-167

Software-defined platform built to evolve with new waveforms and applications, dual independent channels, cross-banding and beyond-line-of-sight waveform redundancy

Chinook helicopter air-to-ground communications with prc-158

AN/PRC-158C

Lightweight two-channel manpack with EW hardening and fast-hop agility options

AN/PRC-171

Soldier worn high-throughput radio with resilient capabilities that enables soldier borne mission command at the edge

AN/PRC-160

Provides assured global reach that bridges HF and VHF tactical networks for beyond-line-of-sight

Waveform Arsenal

Adversaries attempt to dominate the spectrum to prevent US forces from effective maneuver. There’s no one-size-fits-all waveform.

To prevail, we deliver multiple waveform options that allows commanders to quickly adapt to the network environment.

TSM™ HDR waveform with higher throughput modes for video and large battlefield command applications
Wraith™ MANET waveform for resilient networks
ARROW™ waveform for assured voice and data
Assured beyond-line-of-sight continuity spectrum when terrestrial options degrade

Wraith™ waveform resilient communications for the tactical edge

Edge Compute & Data Layer Enablement

Data only matters if it can be turned into decisions.

At the edge, containerized systems on vehicles and dismount platforms broker, normalize, and fuse local data streams so mission applications remain useful even when bandwidth is degraded. By teaming with commercial partners, we apply AI and machine learning to transform raw information into decision-ready insights. Commanders don’t just see more data; they gain clarity and action under pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions about NGC2

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What is “next-generation command and control” (NGC2)?

How does L3Harris enable the NGC2 vision?

What makes our approach unique?

Does using a TSM mesh network with high throughput mode truly enable the sharing of battlefield command applications?

Yes, the TSM waveform supports up to 50 Mbps of scalable, infrastructure-less MANET operation, enabling nodes to self-organize. In recent Army tests, L3Harris systems enabled with TSM performed significantly better than wi-fi based radio systems in dense or disrupted environments, sustaining connections, voice, and data.

As command and control evolves, how are new capabilities designed to stay easy for soldiers to use?

Ease of use is a central requirement in modern tactical radio programs. Efforts like waveform porting, intuitive user interfaces, and standards-based platforms reduce setup, configuration, and training burden. Soldiers can rapidly join networks, switch channels, or manage applications without needing technical expertise, ensuring connectivity is accessible at the point of need.

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