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  • Open Roles | Safran Federal Systems Careers

    Interested in a navwar career with Safran? See if you qualify for any of our open positions. Home • Company • Open Roles Open Roles Safran Federal Systems is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. Safran Federal Systems will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. If you are interested in applying for employment and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at careers@safranfs.com . Browse Open Roles Senior Sales Manager Washington, DC Permanent Full-Time Sales Button Senior Sales Manager Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Sales Button Lead Software Engineer - Simulation Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Engineering Button Quality Engineering Technician Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Operations Button Order Management Administrator Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Operations Button Logistics Specialist Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Operations Button Inertial Navigation Systems Engineer Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Engineering Button Manager, Business Development - Navigation (Missiles) Rochester, NY Permanent Full-Time Business Development Button

  • Safran Federal Systems | Your Assured PNT Mission Partner™

    Safran Federal Systems is a trusted DoD mission partner providing cross-cutting Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solutions from the lab to the field. Built for the Threat. Ready for the Mission. Safran Federal Systems is a trusted defense mission partner and industry leader in Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (A-PNT) and Geospatial Intelligence. Our cross-cutting capability set spans GNSS simulation, NAVWAR, inertial navigation, and AI — with continued investment in emerging areas like Quantum Sensing. Through open systems architecture and a commitment to relentless innovation, we deliver proven solutions to the warfighter across all domains. NEWS Mission-Critical Timing Authority Safran Federal Systems Marks Milestone SecureSync Delivery Safran Federal Systems, a trusted DoD mission partner and industry leader in Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (A-PNT), together with Safran Electronics and Defense, announced the delivery of its 50,000th SecureSync™ time synchronization system, a milestone that reflects the platform's reliable track record. PRESS RELEASE Dominate the Battlefield with Advanced NAVWAR Tools— Test, Detect, Defeat LEARN MORE → Safran Presents on Next-Generation MEMS Gyro at Joint Navigation Conference LEARN MORE → OUR EXPERTISE Safran helps customers succeed by designing the highest quality products at the best value, leveraging subject matter experts to provide unparalleled solutions, reducing cost, risk and schedule. GNSS Testing & Simulation Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) Assured Positioning, Navigation & Timing (PNT) Inertial Navigation and IMUs Artificial Intelligence Custom Solutions INDUSTRY LEADING CAPABILITIES CRPA Testing Our CRPA testing solutions provide unrivaled scalability, phase-coherency and calibration, from testing entire PNT systems to antenna electronics. Discover why groups like the U.S. Air Force Guided Weapons Evaluation Facility trust us to support their test environment. M-Code Our M-Code PNT solutions support you during all phases of your mission, from testing and simulation to operating in the field. Discover why the world's most critical defense systems rely on us to provide M-Code. We are delivering today with no additional lead time. Navigation Warfare Navigation Warfare is emerging as a powerful non-kinetic strategy to counter adversaries. Our solutions, forged through years of operational expertise and relentless innovation, empower you to dominate the spectrum in the face of evolving threats. LEARN MORE LEARN MORE LEARN MORE MOSA and CMOSS Open Systems Architecture is the DNA behind our rapid prototyping and customer-focused solutions. As MOSA and CMOSS shape the future, we’re committed to aligning with these standards to deliver flexible, scalable, and enduring PNT within the CMFF framework. Search and Rescue Our signaling technology ensures safety in the most rugged and remote environments, with the world’s first Cospas-Sarsat certified second-generation capability. Discover why the U.S. Army chose us to produce beacons to meet their specific requirements. LEARN MORE LEARN MORE Success Story : Accelerating Innovation for U.S. Special Operations Forces In a fast-paced defense landscape, Safran Federal Systems, in close partnership with Anduril, played a pivotal role in rapidly delivering advanced capabilities to support U.S. Special Operations Forces. SUCCESS STORY Elevate Your Career Safran Federal Systems is growing and in need of high-quality talent. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and flexible positions. A creative environment and fun culture can be checked off your list! Think you have what it takes to be on our team? Apply today. VIEW OPEN ROLES SPEAK TO SALES

  • SecureSync M-Code | Mission Timing & Synchronization Clock

    Explore SecureSync M-Code for precise gps clock synchronization for mission-critical operations. Reliable, secure and flexible to support Resilient PNT. Home • Products • Assured PNT • SecureSync M-Code SecureSync M-Code Mission Timing and Synchronization SecureSync M-Code PRODUCT | RESILIENT PNT Modularity Choice of more than 40 option cards Input/Output 10 MHz and 1 pps TTL pulse, RS232/RS485, IRIG AM /DCLS2 Reliability Dual (redundant), hot swappable power supply with AC, 12 VDC or 24/48 VDC power modules Monitoring Detailed event logs, real-time health and operation status, timing performance graphs, and alerts. ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About SecureSync® M-Code is an advanced mission timing and synchronization solution that offers exceptional reliability, security and flexibility to support Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT). It combines Safran's precision time and frequency technology with an ultra-secure M-code GPS receiver. M-Code The latest generation of modernized security architecture, modernized anti-spoofing and anti-jamming for GPS-degraded environments, operations in mixed P(Y)-code and M-Code constellations, accelerated Direct-Y and Direct-M code acquisitions, and Over-The-Air-Rekeying (OTAR). SecureSync M-code provides better than 41 dB J/S while tracking and better than 54 dB J/S while providing cryptographic key retention without battery backup. Features – Military M-code and P(Y)-code receiver – Multi-GNSS synchronization – Alternative Navigation option – GPS jamming and spoofing detection option – Internal precision timekeeping – Configure a wide variety of input/ output signals – Exceptional operating temperature range – High bandwidth NTP – PTP v2 Master/Slave Mission-critical military applications will benefit from SecureSync M-Code’s extreme reliability, security, and flexibility. Option Module Cards Add only the features you need by selecting SecureSync® option cards. Up to six cards can be accommodated per unit. Order them as part of the original configuration, or add them to an installed unit to keep up the changing needs of your system. If you do not see a feature that you need, please contact us to discuss customizing a card. VIEW OPTION CARDS DATA SHEET WHITE PAPER NTP vs PTP: Understanding Time Synchronization Protocols and Choosing the Right Mission-Critical Solution When it comes to ensuring precise time synchronization for mission-critical systems, organizations must carefully consider the choice between NTP and PTP protocols. NTP servers provide internal precision time by synchronizing with GPS time, offering reliable and accurate timekeeping for servers. On the other hand, PTP servers offer higher precision and synchronization for demanding applications. Understanding the key features and differences between NTP and PTP protocols is crucial in making informed decisions to effectively maintain the smooth operation of vital systems. Time synchronization is essential in modern technology, and selecting the right protocol can greatly impact the reliability and efficiency of server operations. Read the Full White Paper Click to download the SecureSync M-Code data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET

  • VersaPNT |Position Navigation Timing |Safran Federal Systems

    Discover resilient positioning, navigation, and timing solutions with VersaPNT. Ensure reliable positioning navigation and timing anywhere, anytime. Home • Products • Assured PNT • VersaPNT VersaPNT All-in-one Positioning, Navigation and Timing Device VersaPNT PRODUCT | RESILIENT PNT Ruggedized MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461F, IP65 M-Code Connector: SMA, +5V to power active antenna Receiver input: L1/L2 Crypto Key input: DS-101 key loading, front panel connector Security: M-Code (MPE-M) MGUE Coordination through SMC Production Corps ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About VersaPNT is the first all-in-one Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solution that delivers accurate, software-configurable position, navigation, altitude, time, and frequency signals under any circumstances. Now with M-Code ! Applications – Ground – Airborne – Marine/Naval Options – FlexFusion™ sensor fusion engine – BroadShield embedded jamming and spoofing Detection – PNT Reference Receiver – Alternative Navigation – Internal Timing Oscillators – Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) – Hemispherical resonator gyro (HRG) technology (future support) A navigation system, master clock and network time server for mobile applications in harsh environmental conditions. Continuous PNT Any Time, Any Place Know where you are and where you're going, no matter the platform. VersaPNT provides PNT assurance in a flexible, configurable, and scalable device that allows your system to function in disrupted GNSS environments. VersaPNT minimizes size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) by combining PNT functions normally achieved through multiple independent subsystems, and it is ready for integration into myriad ground, air, and maritime platforms. Click to download the VersaPNT data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET

  • SecureSync 2400 | GNSS GPS Time Server

    Discover SecureSync, a reliable, secure, and flexible mission timing and synchronization solution with NTP/PTP protocols built to support military. Home • Products • Assured PNT • SecureSync SecureSync Time & Frequency Reference System SecureSync 2400 PRODUCT | ASSURED PNT Timing Signals 10 MHz Sine Output, BNC Network Services NTP v2, v3, v4 SNTP v3, v4 PTP v2 Security Features SSL/SSH TLS v1.2, v1.3 SFTP/SCP SNMP v3 GNSS Frequencies GPS L1, Galileo E1, GLONASS L1, BeiDou B1, QZSS L1 ANY QUESTIONS? GET QUOTE About Resilient Timing relies on securing the time reference acquisition and timescale keeping in the presence of GNSS interference. The SecureSync time server product ecosystem offers a variety of solutions to address GNSS threats by focusing on extreme reliability. With a layered-defense approach, each protective layer increases the sophistication required to compromise, minimizing chances for successful attack. Government recommendations, like the Executive Order in the US or the Cybersecurity Act in European Union, are shaping the future regulations in this area, highlighting the importance of safeguarding time server systems against external threats to ensure seamless and secure synchronization. SecureSync 2400 Time Server Key Features SecureSync 2400 time sync server relies on the proven Interference Detection Suite, allowing jamming and spoofing detection. Threats are mitigated by high performance internal oscillators, or through strong modularity and choice of input interfaces, building redundancy into the timing system architecture, ensuring continuous operation. No matter the industry, a cost-effective SecureSync configuration is available to ensure precise and reliable time distribution codes. Option Module Cards Add only the features you need by selecting SecureSync® option cards. Up to six cards can be accommodated per unit. Order them as part of the original configuration, or add them to an installed unit to keep up the changing needs of your system. If you do not see a feature that you need, please contact us to discuss customizing a card. VIEW OPTION CARDS DATA SHEET WHITE PAPER NTP vs PTP: Understanding Time Synchronization Protocols and Choosing the Right Mission-Critical Solution When it comes to ensuring precise time synchronization for mission-critical systems, organizations must carefully consider the choice between NTP and PTP protocols. NTP servers provide internal precision time by synchronizing with GPS time, offering reliable and accurate timekeeping for servers. On the other hand, PTP servers offer higher precision and synchronization for demanding applications. Understanding the key features and differences between NTP and PTP protocols is crucial in making informed decisions to effectively maintain the smooth operation of vital systems. Time synchronization is essential in modern technology, and selecting the right protocol can greatly impact the reliability and efficiency of server operations. Read the Full White Paper Click to download the SecureSync data sheet. VIEW DATA SHEET

  • GNSS Testing & Simulation | Safran Federal Systems

    Test GNSS and PNT sensors, entire PNT systems, CRPA electronics, and create advanced scenarios. Discover tools for testing and automation, data, and reporting. Home • Products • GNSS Testing & Simulation GNSS Testing & Simulation Safran Federal Systems is a leading provider of advanced GNSS Testing & Simulation systems and tools for NAVWAR environments. Browse Simulators Support That Scales With Your Needs Whether you prefer a hands-on experience for a quicker start or need rapid response times, our Premium and Enhanced Technical Support Packages for A-PNT solutions are designed to meet your needs and ensure your peace of mind. Select the level of support that best fits your needs and we'll be there to deliver. EXPLORE FURTHER PRODUCT | The Skydel Simulation Engine Advanced GNSS Simulation Software Test a wide range of applications with advanced GNSS Simulators and helpful tools that generate basic scenarios all the way to complex threat environments, leveraging the power and scalability of the Skydel Simulation Engine. Skydel powers each of Safran Federal System's advanced software-defined simulators including BroadSim, BroadSim Solo, BroadSim Anechoic and BroadSim Wavefront. THE SKYDEL SIMULATION ENGINE LEARN MORE PRODUCT | BroadSim Genesis Test GNSS & PNT Sensors BroadSim Genesis simplifies advanced jamming and spoofing scenarios for Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) testing. It supports high dynamics, jamming, spoofing, alternative RF navigation, and encrypted military codes. Simultaneously simulate multiple constellations, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, and SBAS. Boasting high-performing hardware, an innovative software engine, and an intuitive user interface, BroadSim Genesis is the ultimate testing solution. BROADSIM GENESIS LEARN MORE PRODUCT | BroadSim Solo Advanced Scenario Creation at Your Desk Bring advanced GNSS scenario creation to your desk and propel development cycles. Take advantage of software-defined benefits like the ability to simulate multiple constellations including AES M-Code, an intuitive user interface, high-dynamics, innovative features and ultra-low latency. BroadSim Solo's compact form factor fits nicely at your desk or workstation without taking over your space. BROADSIM SOLO LEARN MORE PRODUCT | BroadSim Wavefront Test CRPA Electronics BroadSim Wavefront is designed for multi-element antenna testing like CRPA’s. Calibrate GNSS frequencies in a matter of seconds. Simulate spoofers, jammers, repeaters, and alternate PNT sensors with just a few clicks, and signals all-in-view. The system is scalable from 4-16 elements at 600+ signals per element and 1,000 Hz iteration rate, and maintains a phase coherence of 1° 1σ. BROADSIM WAVEFRONT LEARN MORE PRODUCT | BroadSim Anechoic Test Entire PNT Systems Accurately simulate real-world GNSS environments in your Anechoic Chamber. BroadSim Anechoic has 32 individual RF outputs enabling the system to drive 16 dual-frequency antennas, giving you complete signal control and high dynamic range. Features like automatic antenna mapping, automatic time delay calibration, and automatic power loss calibration cuts calibration times from days to minutes. BROADSIM ANECHOIC LEARN MORE Browse GNSS Testing PRODUCT | Valiant 153M GB-GRAM/GB-GRAM-M Interface Card Validate your military receiver's performance with Valiant 153M. Designed to be nearly the same size as the GB-GRAM/M type I card, the test fixture allows simultaneous operation and testing of a commercial- off-the-shelf (COTS) receiver and a GB-GRAM/M, powered by a single USB mini cable. VALIANT 153M PRODUCT | Panacea Autonomous PNT Test Suite PANACEA is an autonomous GNSS performance and threat environment simulator system designed to control simulation hardware and collect data from up to 32 GNSS receivers simultaneously. PANACEA PRODUCT | Panacea Field Test Collect PVT Data Autonomously PANACEA Field Test (PANACEA FT) is a software tool that allows for easy data collection from multiple receivers in a real-world environment where the GNSS receivers are connected to an antenna. All the data is logged, time-stamped, and automatically compared to the configured truth source. PANACEA FIELD TEST PRODUCT | RxStudio Collect Real-Time Receiver Data RxStudio is an easy-to-use software platform that enables users to monitor and log GNSS receiver data in real-time. RxStudio was developed as a plug-and-play architecture compatible with over 100 GNSS receivers, outputting and logging receiver data in a common format. Support for new receivers is implemented on a regular basis. RXSTUDIO PRODUCT | Panorama Visually Analyze Receiver Data Panorama is the flagship tool for analyzing receiver data. You'll spend more time looking at plots and making decisions, instead of making plots and writing reports. Panorama takes receiver data and turns it into over 60 ready-to-view engineering plots. giving you the ability to view summary level data, head to head comparisons, receiver-specific results, and 3D LLA replays using STK. PANORAMA Ask An Expert Have a question about how to use your Skydel-powered system or a certain feature? Leverage Safran's online user community and get the answers you need. SKYDEL USER FORUMS

  • Doppler Effects on Spaceborne PNT Applications

    More space missions are taking place in Lower Earth Orbit (LEO). Newer, more advanced receivers are needed to have sufficient PNT capabilities. Doppler shifts experienced on these missions will be high, however, robust testing to ensure mission success is achievable... Home • PNT Library • Doppler Effects on Spaceborne PNT Applications Doppler Effects on Spaceborne PNT Applications DOWNLOAD PDF By Joshua Prentice Since the very first space missions positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) have been crucial for spaceborne applications. Traditionally, space vehicle PNT has been achieved through various combinations of ground stations, optical navigation, onboard high-precision clocks, inertial measurement units, and other methods. Only recently, however, has existing global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) been added to that list. GNSS constellations were designed to provide PNT for Earth-borne applications taking place on the ground, sea, or in the atmosphere. As such, those GNSS waveforms are primarily aimed toward the Earth, but there is a small amount of spill-over of the main lobe beyond the silhouette of Earth and into space. Additionally, the side lobes of most GNSS waveforms are also broadcast into space beyond Earth. Because these signals are visible from orbit, they can conceivably be used for the PNT of space vehicles. In terms of spaceborne navigation from GNSS constellations, there are generally two main orbital regions of concern. Altitudes between Earth and the GNSS altitude, known as being under the “canopy”, and altitudes above the GNSS canopy as shown below in Figure 1. Figure 1: Below and Above the GNSS Canopy When orbiting the Earth underneath the GNSS canopy the receiver antenna must point “skyward” towards the GNSS constellations. This scenario is more closely related to traditional GNSS navigation, although satellites will rise and set more frequently. The full spectrum of these signals is available with the advantage of stronger signal strength compared to surface and low-atmospheric operations. In scenarios where the receiver vehicle is orbiting above the GNSS canopy, navigating based on GNSS constellations becomes much more difficult as the only available portions of the waveform are the main lobe spill-over and the side lobes. For simplification and to limit the scope of this tech brief, the primary area of concern will be space vehicles in geocentric orbits beneath the GNSS canopy. When navigating from GNSS signals Doppler shift is always present no matter how close to the GNSS canopy the receiver is. However, when the navigating receiver is traveling at velocities necessary to maintain a stable orbit, the Doppler shift is much greater. Figure 2: Doppler shift diagram The Doppler shift change in frequency can be expressed as (Parker, 2017): In equation (1) 𝑓₀ is the source carrier frequency, Δ𝑣 is the relative velocity of the space vehicles, and 𝑐₀ is the speed of light. This equation does not account for ionospheric and tropospheric effects encountered when GNSS signals pass through the Earth’s atmosphere. When considering equation (1) for multiple scenarios and orbital altitudes, the speed of light is a constant, and depending on the GNSS constellation being used so is the source carrier frequency. Thus, the biggest factor affecting Doppler shift is the relative velocity of the space vehicles. Because the satellites that make up GNSS constellations are held to very strict orbits with known orbital velocities and those orbits are maintained throughout the lifetime of the constellation, the determining factor of the relative velocity for any given mission is the orbital velocity of the receiver vehicle. It follows that the goal in computing a theoretical maximum Doppler shift a spaceborne receiver may encounter is to maximize the relative velocity between the receiver vehicle and the GNSS vehicle. A scenario that would accomplish this would be a receiver vehicle in very low earth orbit (VLEO) tracking GNSS signals. Spaceborne missions taking place in LEO are a unique case of GNSS PNT due to the high relative velocity compared to the GNSS constellation vehicles while still being beneath the GNSS canopy. The dynamics of such a scenario are some of the highest that a receiver may experience during typical PNT operations. As such, the Doppler search space of receivers deployed in LEO must be much wider than needed for ground, sea, and airborne missions. One example of a very low earth orbit mission (VLEO) is the Gravity Field and Steady-State Ocean Circulation Explorer (GOCE). The GOCE mission required extremely precise orbit determination to carry out its scientific objective of mapping Earth’s gravity field to an accuracy of 1-2 cm. The GOCE space vehicle maintained an average orbital altitude of 255 km, placing the average orbital velocity around 8 ᵏᵐ⁄ₛ (European Space Agency, 2022). The GOCE mission tracked GPS signals to assist in orbit determination. GPS satellites orbit at an altitude of 20,200 km with an average orbital velocity of roughly 4 ᵏᵐ⁄ₛ (US Space Force, 2022). Figure 3: GOCE Missions in VLEO have much shorter durations than other spaceborne missions due to the need for constant orbital maintenance maneuvers to counteract the atmospheric drag, and as such, it can be considered the lower limit of possible orbital altitudes. To estimate a maximum possible Doppler shift the worst possible case scenario would be the receiver satellite travelling in exactly the opposite direction (±180°) of the GNSS vehicle. While this is generally a very rare situation some space vehicles do travel in non-standard orbits, so it is possible. Thus, the relative velocity of the space vehicles can be expressed as: Where: So that: Note that all velocities are expressed as linear for simplification. With an established relative velocity, the maximum estimated Doppler shift can be calculated using the following values: Calculating the Doppler shift using the equation (1) results in: With a worst-case-scenario Doppler shift of 63 kHz, it is imperative to ensure the receiver being placed into orbit can perform under such conditions. Skydel Simulation Engine of the BroadSim product line is capable of simulating spaceborne scenarios, even under conditions where Doppler shift is maximized. One of the default vehicle profiles within Skydel is an Earth-orbiting spacecraft with highly customizable Keplerian elements to define the exact orbit thereceiver vehicle will experience. Should the default spacecraft profile not provide enough customization, Skydel can also be interfaced through hardware in the loop (HIL) where exact positions are pushed to the simulator to simulate the specific trajectory of a receiver vehicle. Unlike some simulators where the Doppler shift will have to be either predetermined or manually added to the scenario, Skydel handles Doppler, ionospheric, and tropospheric effects automatically based on the scenario without requiring user input. Figure 4: Skydel Screenshot LEO and VLEO missions are becoming more and more popular especially in the fields of PNT, from both from a provider and user standpoint. To make sure those missions will have sufficient PNT capabilities advanced receivers will need to be used and new receivers will be developed to fill specific roles and advance current capabilities. While the Doppler shifts experienced by receivers on these missions will be high, robust testing to ensure mission success is capable using BroadSim simulation products powered by Skydel. Commonly Asked Questions About Doppler Effects Why are GNSS signals now being used for space navigation? Historically, space vehicles relied on methods like ground stations, inertial sensors, and onboard clocks for navigation. GNSS was originally designed for Earth-based applications, but signal spillover (main lobe and side lobes) into space now allows satellites to use GNSS for autonomous navigation. Why is this topic important? Reliable, autonomous PNT in space is critical for military satellites, ISR platforms, and scientific missions, especially when access to ground-based navigation aids is unavailable or denied. What causes Doppler shift in spaceborne GNSS reception? The Doppler shift arises from the relative velocity between the receiver spacecraft and the GNSS satellite. The faster the receiver moves in orbit, the more pronounced the frequency shift in received GNSS signals. References European Space Agency. (2022). GOCE Facts and Figures. Retrieved from https://www.esa.int/Applications/Observing_the_Earth/FutureEO/GOCE/Facts_and_figures Parker, M. (2017). Digital Signal Processing 101. Elsevier Inc. US Space Force. (2022). GPS: The Global Positioning System. Retrieved from https://www.gps.gov/systems/gps/space/#orbits DOWNLOAD PDF

  • Orolia Defense & Security ignites new era as Safran Federal Systems at the 2023 Joint Navigation Conference

    Orolia Defense & Security, a Safran Electronics & Defense company, has announced at the Institute of Navigation’s 2023 Joint Navigation Conference that it will re-brand under a new name, Safran Federal Systems, following its 2022 acquisition by Safran, a global aerospace and defense company. Orolia Defense & Security ignites new era as Safran Federal Systems at the 2023 Joint Navigation Conference ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 12, 2023 The Leader in M-Code PNT Solutions announces re-brand, introduces Inertial Navigation offering Orolia Defense & Security, a Safran Electronics & Defense company, has announced at the Institute of Navigation’s 2023 Joint Navigation Conference that it will re-brand under a new name, Safran Federal Systems, following its 2022 acquisition by Safran, a global aerospace and defense company. “Though our name and look are changing, our people, our operations, and our leadership team remain the same. The name Safran Federal Systems signifies being part of the Safran Group, a world leader in aerospace and defense, while reflecting what we do best, serving our U.S. Government & Military customers with cutting-edge positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) systems,” said Hironori Sasaki, President of Safran Federal Systems. “We remain fully committed to ensuring the success of our customers and the success of our warfighters. By joining the Safran Group, we are excited to be able to offer an even larger portfolio of industry-leading technology tailored for the U.S. military.” In addition to its Resilient PNT solutions, M-Code/GNSS testing and simulation tools, precision time synchronization systems and navigation warfare (NAVWAR) equipment, Safran Federal Systems is now one of the only companies with a full complement of PNT technologies with proven inertial navigation solutions. “The Safran Federal Systems inertial navigation portfolio now includes the Hemispherical Resonator Gyro (HRG) Crystal™ technology, which leverages state-of-the-art manufacturing and offers revolutionary performance and reliability over existing technologies, for tactical to strategic applications across all military domains,” said Jon Leombrone, Executive Vice President of Navigation Systems at Safran Federal Systems. “With more than 30,000 HRGs produced and over 15 million operational hours, the technology is proven and tested in military applications worldwide.” Safran Federal Systems continues to be the trusted Resilient PNT solution provider for military end users and industry partners, from the lab to the field. Safran Federal Systems continues to operate as a proxy-regulated company, Free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI), approved to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects. Visit Safran Federal Systems at JNC in booth #500 from Tuesday, June 13–Wednesday, June 14. Safran Federal Systems provides Resilient PNT solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, defense organizations and their contractors. Safran Federal Systems is authorized to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects, in addition to supporting strategic partnerships for key defense PNT technologies. Safran Federal Systems operates as a proxy-regulated company, Free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). For more information: www.safranfederalsystems.com Press Contact: Rachael Smith: rachael.smith@safranFS.com / +1 (614) 736-3736 VIEW PDF

  • Safran Federal Systems Demonstrates Blacknaute™ Inertial Navigation System on U.S. Army Black Hawk Following AUSA Debut

    Safran Federal Systems announced the successful flight demonstration of its Blacknaute™ Inertial Navigation System (INS) aboard a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. Safran Federal Systems Demonstrates Blacknaute™ Inertial Navigation System on U.S. Army Black Hawk Following AUSA Debut ROCHESTER, NY - January 21 2025 Safran Federal Systems, a trusted U.S. Department of Defense mission partner and leader in Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (A-PNT), announced the successful flight demonstration of its Blacknaute™ Inertial Navigation System (INS) aboard a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. Purpose-built for multi-domain operations, Blacknaute™ delivers precise navigation in GPS-denied and electronic warfare-contested environments , fulfilling a critical need for resilient, open-architecture PNT capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The live flight test confirmed Blacknaute’s ability to maintain high-accuracy inertial performance without GNSS support, validating operational readiness just days after its U.S. debut at the 2025 Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition in Washington, D.C. "Our demonstration onboard the Army Black Hawk showcases the tactical readiness of Blacknaute™,”said Jon Leombrone, Executive Vice President of Navigation Systems at Safran Federal Systems . “The system maintained drift of less than 0.4 nautical miles per hour over several hours—proof of its SWaP-optimized, NAVWAR-resilient design engineered for rapid deployment across the Joint Force." Blacknaute™ combines multiple cutting-edge technologies in a rugged, lightweight system weighing less than 16 pounds. Key features include: HRG Dual Core™ Technology : Safran’s patented hemispherical resonator gyro platform, fielded in more than 40,000 units and proven over 30 million operational hours across defense and aerospace applications. M-Code Ready GNSS Receiver : Supports secure, multi-constellation satellite navigation using military-grade M-Code signals. Ultra-Stable Atomic Clock : Provides highly precise timing with drift of less than one second every 30,000 years, ensuring reliable synchronization across mission systems. Interference Detection and Mitigation (IDM) : Built-in capabilities for detecting and mitigating GPS spoofing and jamming threats, enhancing survivability in electronic warfare environments. Open Systems Architecture : Fully compliant with MIL-STD interfaces and TSO-C220 standards, enabling plug-and-play integration with modular open systems used across modern defense platforms. Safran Federal Systems provides advanced, classified navigation and PNT solutions to Safran Defense & Space, Inc. (Safran DSI), accelerating innovation across multi-domain operations in support of U.S. defense programs. For more information, visit us at safranfederalsystems.com/blacknaute. Safran Federal Systems is a trusted DoD mission partner and industry leader in Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (A-PNT), providing cross-cutting and cost-effective solutions bred through innovation. Our expertise in simulation, NAVWAR, and open systems architecture enables rapid delivery of emerging technologies to the warfighter across all domains, from the lab to the field. For more information: www.safranfederalsystems.com Follow us on: @SafranFedSys Safran Federal Systems Safran Federal Systems Safran Federal Systems Press Contact: Rachael Smith rachael.smith@safranFS.com +1 (585) 747-6131 Charles Jones Communications & PR Safran Defense & Space, Inc charles.jones@safran-dsi.com +1 (603) 289-3743 VIEW PDF

  • Safran Federal Systems Expands Operations in Rochester, NY with Major Facility Upgrade

    Safran Federal Systems, a leading innovator in high-tech positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) products, announced the opening of a 12,000-square-foot expansion at its headquarters located at 320 North Goodman Street in downtown Rochester, New York. Safran Federal Systems Expands Operations in Rochester, NY with Major Facility Upgrade ROCHESTER, N.Y., September 5, 2024 Safran Federal Systems, a leading innovator in high-tech positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) products, announced the opening of a 12,000-square-foot expansion at its headquarters located at 320 North Goodman Street in downtown Rochester, New York. This significant expansion marks the company’s latest milestone in its ongoing commitment to growth, innovation, and community investment. Safran Federal Systems first established its presence in the Village Gate Square within Rochester’s Neighborhood of the Arts (NOTA) in 2018 but its roots in the greater Rochester area go back to 1972. Over the years, the company has progressively expanded its footprint, most recently completing construction on a brand-new second-floor space earlier this year. The newly opened space, dubbed the North Star Operations Center (NOC), will be dedicated to the production and manufacturing of the company’s cutting-edge PNT products, further accelerating Safran’s business operations and enhancing its capability to meet growing market demands. The name 'North Star' pays tribute to its location on North Goodman Street, the historical significance of the North Star in navigation—a key area of expertise for Safran—and the connection to the renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass, who resided in Rochester for 25 years and published his influential anti-slavery newspaper, The North Star, from the city. To commemorate this exciting development, Safran Federal Systems hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in partnership with the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, featuring company executives, elected officials, and community leaders, including Congressman Joe Morelle (NY-25), Assembly member Harry Bronson (NY-138), Assemblymember Jen Lunsford (NY-135), Rochester Deputy Mayor Michael Burns, Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Robert J. Duffy and Director of Membership Kevin Donahue. “Safran continues to lead the charge in innovative technologies like GPS, inertial navigation, and even designing and maintaining the system of bells and clocks used throughout the United States Capitol,” said Congressman Joe Morelle. “This expansion is a testament to their commitment to our region and their place as a national leader in defense technologies. I’m grateful for our close relationship and I look forward to our continued work together.” "This expansion is not just a testament to our business growth, but also to our deep-rooted commitment to the Rochester community," said Scott Hildebrandt, Vice President, Operations of Safran Federal Systems. "We are thrilled to be creating new jobs and contributing to the economic revitalization of this vibrant neighborhood. Our investment here reflects our confidence in the future of this city and our dedication to being a positive force for change." The new facility underscores Safran Federal Systems' mission to drive innovation while fostering local economic development. The company’s expansion is expected to create dozens of new jobs, providing valuable opportunities for local talent and supporting Rochester’s broader economic landscape. As Safran Federal Systems looks ahead, the company remains focused on its goals of continued growth and innovation. By investing in both its infrastructure and its community, Safran is not only positioning itself for long-term success but also ensuring that the benefits of its growth are shared with the people and neighborhoods of Rochester. About Safran Federal Systems Safran Federal Systems provides Assured PNT solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, defense organizations and their contractors. Safran Federal Systems is authorized to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects, in addition to supporting strategic partnerships for key defense PNT technologies. Your Assured PNT Mission Partner, from the Lab to the Field. ™ Safran Federal Systems is a proxy-regulated Safran Defense & Space, Inc. company. For more information: www.safranfederalsystems.com Follow us on: @SafranFedSys Safran Federal Systems Safran Federal Systems Press Contact: Rachael Smith rachael.smith@safranFS.com +1 (614) 736-3736 VIEW PDF

  • Orolia Offers the First Software-Defined GNSS Simulator with MNSA, Successfully Delivers First Round of Shipments

    Orolia Defense & Security has been granted security approval by SMC Production Corps. for BroadSim MNSA (Modernized Navstar Security Algorithm). BroadSim is the only software-defined GNSS simulator on the market to receive such approval, marking an industry first. Additionally, Orolia delivered their first batch of MNSA M-Code to multiple customers in late August. Orolia Offers the First Software-Defined GNSS Simulator with MNSA, Successfully Delivers First Round of Shipments ROCHESTER, NY, September 29, 2020 Orolia Defense & Security has been granted security approval by SMC Production Corps. for BroadSim MNSA (Modernized Navstar Security Algorithm). BroadSim is the only software-defined GNSS simulator on the market to receive such approval, marking an industry first. Additionally, Orolia delivered their first batch of MNSA M-Code to multiple customers in late August. BroadSim MNSA joins P(Y)-Code and AES M-Code as another GPS encrypted signal that Orolia Defense & Security supports and is shipping today. MNSA M-Code is being rolled out as a required standard across many defense platforms. Engineers and system integrators must consider this in their testing cycles. Orolia has streamlined previously tedious processes and are available with expert support to guide them every step of the way. Tyler Hohman, Director of Products, commented, “Thought, skill, and patience went into developing this solution. Not only have we taken an innovative approach to ensuring the security of this technology, our implementation was designed with ease of use being top-of-mind – from procurement, to delivery, to installation, to testing – so our customers can spend more time supporting their mission and less time making their simulator work.” BroadSim is a proven and trusted solution among government, DoD and military customers with over 100 systems fielded. BroadSim was recently selected by the US military to support diverse testing of military GPS receivers. Compared to traditional FPGA-based simulators, software-defined solutions such as BroadSim, powered by the advanced Skydel Simulation Engine, are inherently more flexible, scalable and cost-effective. BroadSim MNSA users receive a step-by-step guide allowing them to effortlessly set-up and generate MNSA in minutes and quickly downgrade the system on a moment’s notice. This capability is available today as a software upgrade to current BroadSim users or as a purchase alongside Orolia’s BroadSim hardware platform. For more information, contact us at sales@OroliaDS.com . About Orolia Defense & Security Orolia Defense & Security provides Resilient PNT solutions to U.S. Government agencies, defense organizations, and their contractors. Orolia Defense & Security is authorized to work on U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects, in addition to supporting strategic partnerships for key defense PNT technologies. www.OroliaDS.com Orolia Defense & Security operates as a proxy-regulated company and wholly owned subsidiary of Orolia, the world leader in Resilient PNT solutions. www.Orolia.com Contact: Rachael Smith 585-250-1545 rachael.smith@OroliaDS.com VIEW PDF

  • Developing Simulation Environments Alongside New LEO Constellations

    This whitepaper explains the importance of simulation in response to new constellations, the benefits of developing a test environment alongside the development of the constellations, and how a flexible system is best equipped for the advent of new LEO constellations... Home • PNT Library • Developing Simulation Environments Alongside New LEO Constellations Developing Simulation Environments Alongside New LEO Constellations DOWNLOAD PDF By Alaiya Tuntemeke-Winter As more technology utilizes satellites for PNT information, it is integral to develop ways to test the functionality of PNT systems before they are deployed. It has become increasingly useful to develop a test environment for LEO constellations alongside the development of the constellations themselves. A flexible simulation system that can evolve is best equipped for the advent of new LEO constellations. Developing simulation hand in hand with developing the constellation itself has several advantages. Simulation can be implemented at various stages of the process. By developing new constellations and simulation simultaneously, the PNT system can be thoroughly tested before the satellites are deployed. This can further streamline the process between the developers of the constellation and the receivers with quick feedback loops to assist in the design. It can lead to increased communication with the receiver developers and give more insight in addition to modeling. It also means that simulation capability can be available along with the introduction of the constellation itself. In the past, there have been instances of the constellation being deployed but there being few ways for the receiver manufacturers to test their solutions, slowing down the development process. By testing using simulation, developers can test functionality early in the development process, rather than awaiting deployment of the constellation for the chance to field test; receivers and systems can be tested during development for common problem scenarios, such as GPS denied environments via canyons or other outages as well as other types of vulnerabilities. This can give developers a head-start in vetting potentially unforeseen issues the receiver may experience using the new constellation. After implementation simulation can be used to repeat any problems encountered in field tests for faster and more effective testing. Fixes can be implemented in a lab setting before going out again for field testing. This can save time and resources, as there is no need to go all the way to the field test stage every time a problem arises or to test a fix. Using a simulation test bed helps to speed up the development process and to save time and money throughout. Developing simulation alongside the development of the constellation gives simulators the time they need for the capability to be ready when the constellation deploys. If simulation development does not begin until after the constellation is deployed, the development of receivers that can use the new constellation data may be slowed by the inability to test and collect data. Some types of simulators take more time to develop the ability to simulate new constellations, as they may need to develop new software, hardware, or a combination of both. Parallel development of the new constellation and the simulation test bed allows for both simulation capability and constellation availability to time align in the development process. The BroadSim product line provides a dynamic simulator within its software-defined architecture. It is “future-proof” as it can grow and change with new constellations or changes in old ones. It also takes advantage of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products to increase system performance. This means two things; one, rather than focusing on hardware improvements, the engineers can focus on the simulation side of the system. Two, upgrade cycles are possible more frequently. BroadSim provides open-source libraries and plug-ins to increase the capability of their simulation solution. One major benefit of software-defined simulation systems regarding LEO constellations is that the GPU can handle the generation of more signals than a traditional FPGA-driven simulation solution. This is because in a true software-defined system there are no fixed hardware channels limiting the number of signals that can be generated. This is especially relevant in LEO constellations as there are more satellites in LEO orbit than there are in the GNSS constellations that have been simulated in the past. Another benefit is that if the limit is ever reached, a GPU can simply be added, and the same simulation tool can continue to be used. This leads to another benefit – the flexibility of the system. New constellations can be incorporated with software instead of additional hardware. This means when new constellations are complete, developers can access those new constellations with a mere software update. Software-defined simulators evolve to support LEO constellations and more rapid development. How simulation can aid development Examples of software-defined simulation in BroadSim BroadSim is an example of this flexibility in motion. With BroadSim, new constellations and signals become available in the tool as they are introduced or are more commonly used in receivers, such as QZSS, BeiDou, and M-Code. Simulators allow users to thoroughly test how receivers or whole systems work during specific scenarios, giving them the ability to see all-in-sky satellites and terrain effects, and provide refresh rates that translate into real-time processing for fast-moving applications. This makes it possible to test acquisition time, view relative receiver power data, and collect other relevant data to further development, as well as automate commands to speed up testing. The flexibility of the system is demonstrated by its proven ability to simulate existing LEO constellations. Using BroadSim powered by Skydel, there are multiple built-in ways to create LEO constellations. One such way is using BroadSim’s plug-in tool, which has already seen success. This tool allows users to develop features and integrate them into the BroadSim user interface and real-time simulation engine. BroadSim also provides the ability to modify existing constellations with custom signals and the addition of data sets to manipulate orbital and ephemeris data. In the future, a growing list of constellations will become available for selection within the tool. Safran Federal Systems is integrating new constellations today, and can help do the same for yours. BroadSim Simulation In conclusion, developing simulation capability alongside the development of constellations is to the advantage of the engineer who will be able to test without delay. Those simulators can aid in the design process by allowing rapid testing and development, speeding up time to market, and increasing cost savings by reducing field test cycles and hours. Software-defined simulators are more equipped to handle LEO constellations. They are not limited in the number of signals they can produce via hardware; they are agile in that they can increase available constellations and capability without needing any hardware upgrades. New features and constellations are available with just a software upgrade, and the user community can create new ways to use the tool using open-source plug-ins to meet their needs. BroadSim already has initial support for LEO simulation using the plugin tool and Safran Federal Systems is actively taking inquiries from users and providers to partner with them and integrate their solution. DOWNLOAD PDF

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