About
BAE Systems is a UK-based global defense, security, and aerospace company with a growing quantum technology research program. In September 2025, it signed a 3-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop Rydberg atom RF sensors for electronic warfare, using quantum sensing to detect, intercept, and characterize electromagnetic signals with sensitivity beyond conventional receivers. BAE Systems also takes part in UK national quantum programs through the NQCC and DSTL quantum research partnerships, with a focus on quantum sensing for navigation, targeting, and secure communications.
Quantum Specifications
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Backed By
Lakestar
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Quantum Coast Capital
Type One Ventures
Trumpf Venture
Gic Government Of Singapore Investment Corporation
Hercules Capital
Inven Capital
Frequently Asked Questions
BAE Systems is a UK-based global defense, security, and aerospace company with a growing quantum technology research program. In September 2025, it signed a 3-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the US Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop Rydberg atom RF sensors for electronic warfare, using quantum sensing to detect, intercept, and characterize electromagnetic signals with sensitivity beyond conventional receivers.
BAE Systems also takes part in UK na...
BAE Systems is headquartered in London, UK.
BAE Systems was founded in 1999.
BAE Systems operates in the following sectors: quantum sensing, quantum defense, quantum computing.
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