Another JSTARS Team

Lockheed Martin announced June 16 that it will team with Raytheon and Bombardier to compete for the Air Force's Joint Surveillance and Target Attack Radar System.

"Our track record of performance in systems integration and leadership in Open Mission Systems, combined with our teammates' relevant products and in-depth experience, give us confidence that we can provide the Air Force the best possible solution," Rob Weiss, executive vice president and general manager for Lockheed's advanced development programs, said in a company statement.

According to the release, Lockheed will service as lead systems integrator. Raytheon will bring its experience with ground surveillance and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance systems, and the design will be centered around Bombardier's ultra-long-range global business jet platform.

Lockheed had already announced its intent to bid, but hadn't detailed its teaming arrangement. Other companies that have shown interest in the program are Boeing, United Technologies, and Sierra Nevada Corp. Northrop Grumman announced last week that it will team with Gulfstream and L-3 Communications.