# BAE Systems Advances Counter-Drone Microwave System

BAE Systems unveiled a high-power microwave counter-drone prototype developed and tested over four years under a contract with an undisclosed Pentagon customer. Designed to defeat Group 1 and 2 drone swarms, the system is ready for operational testing with a theater command, suggesting a potential move from range testing to operational evaluation; no solicitation, contract value, or customer agency was identified.

- The development effort indicates defense interest in directed-energy capabilities for countering drone swarms. Procurement teams may want to assess how operational testing could shape future requirements or acquisition opportunities; no follow-on procurement is confirmed.
- Contractors working in counter-UAS and directed-energy systems can use the disclosed capability and readiness stage to contextualize potential customer needs, while recognizing that the customer and acquisition path remain undisclosed.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 14, 2026

### Government Entities
- Undisclosed Pentagon customer

### Vendors
- BAE Systems (development contractor)

### Sources
- [BAE Systems Unveils Prototype High Power Microwave System For Killing Drone Swarms - Defense Daily](https://www.defensedaily.com/bae-systems-unveils-prototype-high-power-microwave-system-for-killing-drone-swarms/unmanned-systems) - Defense Daily