Defense

BAE Systems Quantum Technology Division conducted UK MoD collaboration with Infleqtion and QinetiQ on quantum navigation trials at Boscombe Down for GPS-denied navigation for defense. The British defense contractor develops military quantum technologies. BAE Systems is integrating quantum sensors into defense platforms to provide navigation, timing, and sensing capabilities resilient to GPS jamming and electronic warfare.

2025 Developments: Advancements in quantum sensing technology and applications continue throughout 2025. Focus on commercializing quantum sensors for defense, navigation, and medical applications. Ongoing collaborations with government agencies and industrial partners.

Lockheed Martin Quantum Navigation Program secured a DOD Innovation Unit contract for quantum-enabled Inertial Navigation Systems, partnering with Q-CTRL and AOSense. The defense contractor develops quantum navigation systems. The program aims to provide military aircraft and systems with quantum-enhanced navigation capabilities that maintain accuracy in GPS-denied environments, addressing critical defense needs for resilient positioning systems.

2025 Developments: Advancements in quantum sensing technology and applications continue throughout 2025. Focus on commercializing quantum sensors for defense, navigation, and medical applications. Ongoing collaborations with government agencies and industrial partners.

QinetiQ is a defense technology company conducting UK MoD quantum navigation trials and developing quantum sensing for aerospace and defense applications. The Farnborough company provides defense R&D. QinetiQ develops and tests quantum sensors for military applications including quantum navigation systems, quantum communications, and quantum radar, supporting UK defense requirements for advanced sensing technologies.

2025 Developments: Advancements in quantum sensing technology and applications continue throughout 2025. Focus on commercializing quantum sensors for defense, navigation, and medical applications. Ongoing collaborations with government agencies and industrial partners.