Antenna Research Associates

Based in Maryland, US, and founded in 1963 by Antenna Research Associates, Inc. operates as a provider of specialized antenna and RF system solutions for defense, intelligence, and public safety organizations, supporting missions in adverse and multi-domain environments. In October 2024, OceanSound Partners acquired Antenna Research Associates, Inc. As of 2024, the company is led by its CEO, Logen Thiran.

The company provides a wide range of advanced communication and antenna products, such as AESA C-UAS Systems, AESA missile seekers, AESA tactical IFF, military communication systems, and conformal arrays. Offerings also include direction finding systems, electronic attack and SIGINT solutions, ELINT systems, GPS antennas, ISR arrays, multiband antennas, and tactical VSAT terminals. Additionally, the firm also provides services such as RF distribution systems, threat emitter simulation systems, and weather information solutions. ARA serves a diverse clientele, including defense agencies, military contractors, and public safety organizations, focusing on complex needs such as real-time threat detection and communication integrity across the United States, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions.

The company’s revenue generation is based on B2B transactions supplying specialized products to government and military entities, along with commercial customers. The company engages in direct sales of flagship products, such as multi-function AESA systems and signal mitigation solutions, which are often customized to meet client requirements.