Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS)

Parsons is a leading provider and integrator of advanced CUAS solutions, combining best‑in‑class radars, cameras, sensors, and effectors with open and modular software powered by AI/ML to stay ahead of emerging and evolving threats. Our hardware‑vendor‑agnostic approach allows us to tailor CUAS solutions and deliver mission‑specific, layered, outward‑looking defenses designed to deny access, visibility, and opportunity. In addition, our systems are built from the ground up to be open and modular, ensuring they can be rapidly adapted to keep pace with evolving threats. Through continuous innovation at our CUAS Center of Excellence, we deliver mission‑ready solutions engineered for performance, flexibility, and scalability.

Drones Denied. Defense Delivered.

Fusion and Automation

AI/ML enabled object detection, tracking, and identification
AI/ML enabled declutter of birds and other non-UAS objects
AI/ML based automated alerts and prioritization
Sensor correlation and fusion
Mitigation control
Multi-domain C2
Base force protection system integration

Multi-Modal Defeat

Narrow-Band RF jamming
Multiple cyber-based takeover modes
Return to launch, fly to safe zone, land immediately
Integration of standard kinetic mitigations for certain missions

Persistent Long-Range Surveillance

Doppler radar with prop detection
Multi-band RF with operator detection
EO/IR for visual confirmation
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)

Perimeter Security Integration

Integrated with security cameras and automated biometric access control
Vibration and motion sensors detect motion and objects
AI/ML based object classification to eliminate false alarms

Solutions And Offerings

Full Life-Cycle Support

We provide full life-cycle support for our customers’ needs and empower you to stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats.

Threat analysis and requirements
Continuous threat evaluation and
Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), enabling the solution to be elastic and to scale (additional sensors easily added to increase protected area coverage).
Continuous development and integration to meet rapidly evolving threats.
Cybersecurity measures integrated and continuously updated.
Operations and sustainment support.

Proven Technologies

We test, evaluate, and integrate a wide array of technologies, including sensors and effectors, against the full range of Group 1, 2, and 3 UAS threats. We continue to invest in advancing technology through our Center of Excellence and state-of-the-art laboratories.

We specialize in developing multi-modal solutions to detect, track, and identify potential hostile UAS activities.
We provide unprecedented accuracy and fidelity to the operator by correlating and fusing multiple sensor modalities into a single integrated common operating picture.
Our open architecture approach enables us to leverage the best sensor technologies available to meet each mission’s specific requirements.

Analysis, Testing, & Training

A major challenge with developing, integrating, testing, and training systems is the ability to work against high-end (Group 3), complex (drone swarms), and emerging (dark drones) threats.

Our Digital Threat, Testing, and Training Environment (DT3E) leverages digital twins of sensors and threats linked to the C2 system to support everything from:

CONOPS/TTP development
Testing of sensor integration
Scenario response planning
Operator training and proficiency testing

We continuously enhance DT3E with new sensors, threats, and effectors to keep pace with evolving UAS and counter-UAS technologies. By working within this digital environment, we can address new technologies more rapidly without the need for significant investment in expensive range time and associated requirements.

Multimodal Sensor & Effector Integration

RF Sensors
EO/IR for visual identification
EW Effectors (Cyber and Jamming)
Kinetic Effectors (Guns, Missiles, Drones, and more)
LCD Effectors (HPM, Laser, Net Capture)
Other area protection sensors (motion, vibration, and more

Full Life-Cycle Support

We provide full life cycle support for our customers’ needs and empower you to stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats

Threat analysis and requirements development.
Continuous threat evaluation and modernization.
Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA), enabling the solution to be elastic and to scale (additional sensors easily added to increase protected area coverage).
Continuous development and integration to meet rapidly evolving threats.
Cyber security measures integrated and continuously updated.
Operations and sustainment support.

Proven Technologies

We test, evaluate, and integrate a wide array of technologies, including sensors and effectors, against the full range of Group 1, 2, and 3 UAS threats. We continue to invest in advancing CUAS technology through our CUAS Center of Excellence and state-of-the-art laboratories.

We specialize in developing multi-modal solutions to detect, track, and identify potential hostile UAS activities.
We provide unprecedented accuracy and fidelity to the operator by correlating and fusing multiple sensor modalities into a single integrated common operating picture.
Our open architecture approach enables us to leverage the best sensor technologies available to meet each mission’s specific requirements.

Analysis, Testing, and Training

A major challenge with developing, integrating, testing, and training CUAS systems is the ability to work against high-end (Group 3), complex (drone swarms), and emerging (dark drones) threats.

Our Digital Threat, Testing, and Training Environment (DT3E) leverages digital twins of sensors and threats linked to the C2 system to support everything from:

CONOPS/TTP development
Testing of sensor integration
Scenario response planning
Operator training and proficiency testing

Multimodal Sensor & Effector Integration

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Drone Defense For The Worlds Biggest Stages

Our solutions are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of high-profile events.
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swift response capabilities to ensure the safety of performers, attendees,
and critical infrastructure.

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Leveraging AI And Machine Learning To Outsmart The Adversary

We apply AI/ML at all stages: detect, track, identify, and defeat. Our AI/ML applications include classification of unknown RF signatures and high-level decision aids to identify the optimal effector and course of action given the threat and applicable rules-of-engagement. In addition, we improve automated tracking of potential targets through advanced integration of AI/ML object detection and classification models with sensor controllers keeping eyes on target regardless of clutter or atmospheric conditions.

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The CUAS Center Of Excellence

Experts, technology, infrastructure, and partnerships converge at our Center of Excellence, enabling us to deliver innovative solutions that equip you to face UAS challenges of today and tomorrow.

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Test and Integration Facilities

Located in Summit Point, West Virginia, the Center allows for testing and integration of radar and radio frequency (RF) detection and mitigation capabilities

Integrate and test solutions without the scheduling and logistics challenges associated with using a national range.
By combining the test and integration facilities in a common location, our engineers can rapidly iterate on solutions to your unique challenges.

Operating UAS

We can operate Group 1 and small Group 2 UAS and simulated Group 3, using aircraft, along with both manned and unmanned ground vehicles and human elements against a variety of CUAS sensors and effectors.

Technology Integration Center (TIC)

The Technology Integration Center (TIC) includes a state-of-the-art command center and a micro manufacturing and integration lab.

The command center has access to data from sensors on the range and the digital twin simulated sensors from our DT3E capability.
The simulated digital environment enables us to model actual installations for both planning and CONOPS/TTP development and operator training and system familiarization in the context of actual deployed environments.

Explore Our Extensive International Aviation Project Experience

We’ve planned, designed, constructed, managed, enhanced, and sustained terminal, landside, and airside infrastructure for over 450 airports in 40 countries. This experience paired with our solutions makes us the ideal partner to implement CUAS at airports across the globe. We are experts in meeting global agency standards in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and International Air Transport Association (IATA).

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Overseas Security Installation Services (OSIS)

Our OSIS contract supports Department of State security requirements. We provide integrated security systems for 270 US overseas diplomatic missions. Our services include design, installation, and maintenance of intrusion detection systems, access control systems, closed-circuit television, radio-frequency receiving/transmitting systems, and defense solutions.

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Proven Defense Against UAS Threats

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