Mission Area
Theater Defense
Revolutionizing the Art of Defense
Johns Hopkins APL’s Theater Defense Mission Area creates innovative and effective system solutions to defend forward-deployed U.S. forces, allies, and partners across the globe from the threat of air and missile attack. Building on our legacy of addressing emerging threats posed by advanced aircraft and cruise, ballistic, and hypersonic missiles, we develop, engineer, test, and transition solutions that address critical warfighting challenges in highly contested theaters.
Leadership
David Van Wie Sector Head, Air and Missile Defense
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Vishal Giare Mission Area Executive, Theater Defense
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Press Release
Jul 25, 2024
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Visits Johns Hopkins APL
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jim Kilby visited APL on July 24 along with members of his staff.
Feature Story
May 21, 2024
Into Vanishing Ice
The melting Arctic is creating new trade, economic and operational opportunities — but also new challenges that could threaten the U.S. border and the region’s fragile ecosystem. Researchers at Johns Hopkins APL are pooling their expertise and established experience in materials, modeling, AI and sensing to develop the technology and knowledge for a sustainable and lasting foothold in this rapidly changing region.
Press Release
Apr 9, 2024
Johns Hopkins APL Plays Pivotal Role in Successful FTX-23 Missile Defense Test
APL played a pivotal role in a successful demonstration of the Aegis Weapon System’s ability to track and intercept a complex missile target.