Modular Electro-Magnetic Spectrum Sys (MEMSS)
Modular Electro-Magnetic Spectrum System (MEMSS) is an EW capability providing Force Protection and Freedom of Maneuver through Radio Frequency (RF) Technical Effects, an overarching cover term for a classified capability. MEMSS will provide accelerated delivery of innovative RF technical effects solutions tailored to Army requirements. FY 2027 funding in the amount of $2.807 million supports the program in prioritizing iterative development, incorporating vendor Research and Development (R&D) investments and readily available Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components. Further advocacy for MEMSS capabilities exists in support of the Joint community, Operational Needs Statements (ONS), Transformation in Contact (TiC) initiatives, Presidential Directives, and other Combatant Command requests.
FY2027 planned work FY27 funding will continue to support the development and integration of key software modules for: command and control of COTS hardware prototypes, algorithms for processing sensor data to verify accuracy of programming, and a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) to visualize data and manage RF Technical Effects operations. The Army will fund a Federally Funded Research and Development (FFRDC) agency to work with Industry to develop expanded capability of current GOTS software products.
FY2026 to FY2027 change FY 2027 funding decrease due to reduction in testing and software development in support of prototyping efforts to support Soldier Touch Points (STPs).
FY2026 plans — current year FY 2026 funding will support the development and integration of key software modules, including: development of software to control and configure COTS SDRs and other RF components, enabling precise control of RF parameters (frequency, power, modulation). Development of algorithms for processing sensor data to detect, identify, and classify RF signals. Creation of a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) for operators to control the system, visualize data, and manage RF Technical Effects operations. The Army will fund a Federally Funded Research and Development (FFRDC) agency to work with Industry to develop expanded capability of current GOTS software products.
FY2027 planned work FY2027 funding will support the acquisition and integration of COTS Software Defined Radios, RF amplifiers, and antennas used to broadcast the effect generated by the software effort. Efforts will be conducted in iterative feedback improvement cycles, focusing on demonstrating key RF Technical Effects capabilities through laboratory testing and limited field evaluations.
FY2026 to FY2027 change FY 2027 funding decrease due to reduction in updating of existing prototype systems.
FY2026 plans — current year FY 2026 funding will support the acquisition and integration of specific COTS components, including Software Defined Radios, RF amplifiers, and antennas used to broadcast the effect generated by the software effort. Efforts will be conducted in iterative feedback improvement cycles, focusing on demonstrating key RF Technical Effects capabilities through laboratory testing and limited field evaluations.
FY2027 planned work FY2027 funding will sustain the necessary personnel for MEMSS program success, including program management support, core information technology requirements, Government matrix technical expertise, and shared services requirements.
FY2026 to FY2027 change FY 2027 funding decrease due to reduction of FTEs.
FY2026 plans — current year The Army plans to establish the MEMSS Team, focusing on staffing and establishing technical assistance contracts to ensure program success. The Army will fund initial engineering and technical assistance at program initiation. The Army will also fund program management support, core information technology requirements, Government matrix technical expertise, and shared services requirements via various Government contracts.
FY2027 planned work FY27 funding will support testing to ensure the system performs as expected. This includes lab testing and evaluations with Soldiers from TiC 2.0 units. Key aspects such as range, effectiveness against different threats, and system usability will be assessed. Testing will specifically focus on the quality of the signals.
FY2026 to FY2027 change FY 2027 funding decrease due to reduction of testing of the MEMSS Soldier Touch Points (STPs) to a single, unit-hosted event.
FY2026 plans — current year FY26 funding will support testing to ensure the system performs as expected. This includes lab testing and evaluations with Soldiers from TiC 2.0 units. Key aspects such as range, effectiveness against different threats, and system usability will be assessed. Testing will specifically focus on the quality of the signals.