Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has secured a U.S. Navy contract to begin Phase 1 of Project Anaconda, a major initiative designed to bring sustainment of the AN/SPY-1 radar in-house. The radar, a cornerstone of the Aegis Combat System, equips the Navy’s Ticonderoga-class cruisers and Arleigh Burke-class destroyers with long-range air and missile defense capabilities.
Under this initial phase, Kratos will establish repair, overhaul, and testing processes for key radar subsystems such as transmitters, signal processors, and antenna assemblies. The project represents the Navy’s strategic move toward self-sufficiency in maintaining its radar fleet and could grow to $175 million as subsequent phases unfold.
A key element of the plan includes the development of the Indiana Radar Integration Complex, which will act as the Navy’s new center for radar sustainment and integration. Located near Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane, the facility is expected to begin operations in 2027 and will support prototyping, testing, and modernization activities.
The initiative underscores the Navy’s commitment to sustaining its extensive inventory of AN/SPY-1 radar systems even as newer SPY-6 variants enter service. Maintaining these legacy systems has become increasingly vital to fleet readiness, prompting the Navy to streamline maintenance cycles, reduce reliance on contractors, and preserve technical know-how within government depots. The project also aligns with the Navy’s Integrated Combat System modernization plan, which seeks to unify radar software and hardware management across multiple platforms for greater operational efficiency and interoperability.
