

Tactical Systems
Developing technologies that counter threats to U.S. forces
We are advancing the development of tactical airborne and counterterrorism systems through systems analysis, rapid prototyping, and detailed, realistic instrumented tests.

Tactical Systems Groups
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Featured Projects
Airborne Sensor Test Bed
A uniquely modified jet is an important asset for making important measurements of tactical aircraft.
Air Vehicle Survivability Evaluation
For more than 40 years, Lincoln Laboratory has provided the Air Force with assessments on potential technologies for assuring the survivability of Air Force aircraft.
GPS Support, Test, and Research Laboratory
We conduct research on the performance and vulnerability of GPS devices embedded in military and civilian systems.
Small UAS Initiative
Small unmanned systems are achieving new proficiencies in autonomy.
Laboratory Stories
Lauren Scott
Amy Watson
Jeremy Chapman
Christina Epstein
Advancing Our Research
Featured Publications
A hands-on middle-school robotics software program at MIT
Prototype and analytics for discovery and exploitation of threat networks on social media
Design, simulation, and fabrication of three-dimensional microsystem components using grayscale photolithography
Career Opportunities
Discover the exciting and challenging opportunities in Tactical Systems.