On December 22, 2025, Collins Aerospace, a business unit of RTX Corporation, demonstrated its latest anti‑jam Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) system during the U.S. Army’s All‑Domain Persistent Experiment at White Sands Missile Range. The showcase highlighted the company’s smallest APNT ground solution to date—a modular card that delivers resilient navigation for ground vehicles, including robotic and autonomous platforms, even when GPS signals are jammed or spoofed.
The APNT system fuses Military‑code GPS with internal and external organic sensors, creating a multi‑source data stream that maintains precise positioning in denied or degraded GPS environments. By operating in contested conditions, the technology addresses a growing threat to U.S. and allied forces, where electronic warfare capabilities are expected to intensify. The compact, portable design allows rapid integration onto existing Army platforms, positioning RTX to capture new contract opportunities in a market that is projected to grow as defense budgets shift toward resilient navigation solutions.
Collins Aerospace’s launch comes at a time when the U.S. Army is expanding its MAPS Gen II program and other PNT initiatives. The new APNT card is expected to complement these efforts and give RTX a competitive edge over rivals such as Northrop Grumman and BAE Systems, who also offer anti‑jam navigation solutions. The company’s ability to deliver a smaller, cost‑effective module could accelerate adoption across multiple vehicle platforms, potentially expanding RTX’s share of the $5 billion‑plus global PNT market for military applications.
Senior vice president Sandy Brown emphasized that the card is “ready now for integration on a variety of platforms,” underscoring RTX’s focus on rapid deployment and operational readiness. The announcement aligns with RTX’s broader strategy of leveraging its integrated structure—combining Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon—to offer end‑to‑end defense solutions. Management’s confidence is reflected in the company’s recent guidance, which has been raised for the full year, signaling optimism about sustained demand for advanced navigation technologies.
Analysts have responded positively to the unveiling. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised its price target for RTX, citing the company’s strengthened product portfolio and the growing importance of contested‑environment capabilities. The announcement has reinforced investor perception of RTX as a key supplier for emerging defense technologies, further supporting the company’s valuation trajectory.
The demonstration marks a significant milestone for RTX’s defense segment, reinforcing its position as a leader in contested‑environment navigation and setting the stage for future contract wins as the Army continues to modernize its ground vehicle fleet.
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