L3Harris, Skydio Partner to Advance Connected Battlefield Capabilities
L3Harris and Skydio will integrate autonomous drones with resilient communications to enhance battlefield awareness and command-and-control links in contested environments.
L3Harris Technologies and Skydio Inc. are partnering to combine Skydio’s autonomous drone technologies with L3Harris’ radios and Wraith waveform, enabling uninterrupted command-and-control links for warfighters. The integration aims to maintain situational awareness by rapidly pushing edge-collected data across contested battlespaces, even under electronic warfare constraints. This collaboration addresses the growing need for resilient communications to support modern military operations where quick data transmission is critical.
The partnership leverages open-system architectures, integrating L3Harris’ Falcon IV embeddable radios with Skydio’s X10D drone to provide layered anti-jam protection and electronic warfare capabilities. The combined solution enhances the warfighter’s ability to communicate, fly unmanned aerial systems, and counter threats in environments where electronic warfare is prevalent. The integration also supports the use of over 150,000 fielded tactical radios capable of hosting the Wraith waveform across U.S. and allied inventories.
A key feature of the collaboration is the introduction of the Wraith Shield waveform, which enables radios to scan the spectrum, detect threats, and neutralize adversarial drones. This capability strengthens the overall electronic warfare posture by providing proactive threat identification and mitigation. The solution is designed to operate within existing military communications infrastructure, reducing the need for additional hardware.
The collaboration reflects a broader industry trend toward open, interoperable architectures that allow defense customers to rapidly integrate new systems and platforms into connected nodes. Both companies emphasize their commitment to partnering across the defense technology ecosystem to deliver solutions tailored to the demands of today’s threat environment. The partnership underscores the importance of combining autonomous systems with resilient communications to maintain a tactical advantage.