SCEPTER: European Multifunction System Concept applied to Communications, Electronic Warfare and Radar

Description of the project

SCEPTER seeks to  develop a multifunction RF system capable of integrating radar and electronic warfare into a modular, standardised architecture, combining advanced antennas and high-efficiency technologies to reduce spectrum consumption and meet strict size, weight and power requirements on airborne platforms. It addresses the technological challenges associated with the development of a multifunction AESA panel—including array design, the implementation of advanced TRM modules, and the integration of a digital hardware solution capable of supporting simultaneous radar and electronic warfare functions—and follows a dual strategy: strengthening key capabilities in Europe to ensure technological autonomy, while incorporating commercial solutions when they offer advantages in terms of cost and schedule.

Industrial partners

Indra´s rol

Indra Sistemas S.A. plays a central role in the SCEPTER project, being responsible for technical coordination, defining the multifunction RF system and developing key technologies needed for the final demonstrator based on AESA antenna. Its participation combines technical leadership, industrial capabilities and direct contribution to the design, validation and integration of the main functional blocks of the system.

Universities and technology centers

Tecnologies employed

• Multifunction radar and electronic warfare.
• Ultrawideband AESA antennas and RF modules.
• Digital back-end and advanced resource management.
• Energy efficiency, thermal management, and digital twin.

More information

This Project, with file number 101224281, has been financed by the European Defence Fund (EDF2024-RA-SENS-ART).