FORT WAYNE, Ind. – General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), has been selected by the U.S. Army Project Manager Close Combat Systems to develop and demonstrate the Versatile Networked Obstacle Munitions (VNOM) System, addressing a critical counter-mobility capability for the Army.
As one of three contractors selected for award, General Dynamics Mission Systems self-funded the VNOM development from concept to demonstrated prototype prior to award. The system autonomously emplaces mixed-modal effectors combining air, side and bottom attack modes into a coordinated obstacle, removing Soldiers from the contested zone entirely. The contract accelerates development of a next-generation, terrain-shaping system of systems, with the prototype effort structured to evaluate readiness, effectiveness and suitability for future development, production and fielding.
“VNOM is not a concept paper. It is a demonstrated, Soldier-informed system that General Dynamics Mission Systems self-funded and built on years of integration experience with Combat Engineer units,” said Todd Hack, vice president of Advanced Electronic Systems at General Dynamics Mission Systems. “We are proud to deliver a solution that keeps Soldiers out of harm’s way while providing the counter-mobility superiority our forces need.”
“This effort and these three contractors will take advantage of emerging technology to rapidly provide our warfighters with a next-generation obstacle capability that is both adaptable and responsive to dynamic operational environments. By integrating advanced technologies into a cohesive system of systems, we will enable U.S. and U.K. commanders to shape the battlefield with greater precision and at significantly reduced risk to personnel,” said Col. Vince Morris, Program Manager Close Combat Systems.
General Dynamics Mission Systems leads a team including AeroVironment, General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, General Dynamics Land Systems, Swarmbotics AI, Corvid, SARA and Harkind.
General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), provides mission-critical solutions to the challenges facing our defense, intelligence and cybersecurity customers across all domains. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, General Dynamics Mission Systems employs approximately 12,000 people worldwide. For more information about the General Dynamics Mission Systems broad portfolio of capabilities, visit gdmissionsystems.com.
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