Picogrid announced a partnership with Northrop Grumman to bring its software platform into Northrop’s air defense systems as part of an effort to modernize military technology.

According to Picogrid, its Legion platform will be integrated with Northrop Grumman’s AiON counter-UAS command-and-control solution. This step is expected to give operators the ability to oversee and coordinate multiple sites remotely, enhancing both efficiency and responsiveness.

The company pointed out that today’s air defense missions face an expanding range of threats—from low-cost drones to cruise missiles and loitering munitions. While sensors and weapon systems have improved, many of them still operate in isolation and cannot easily share information.

Picogrid described Legion as a system that acts like a bridge across diverse technologies, enabling sensors, drones, and effectors from different vendors or services to work together. By providing a shared operating picture, the platform allows commanders to assign the best tool for the job, no matter the source.

Zane Mountcastle, CEO of Picogrid, mentioned that this collaboration highlights the company’s commitment to giving warfighters the tools they need to respond faster and more effectively. He emphasized that Legion offers a secure and open backbone designed to keep pace with evolving threats.

The company also noted that its ecosystem of partners allows new technologies—such as AI, autonomy, and advanced sensing—to be quickly brought into air defense systems, ensuring they remain relevant as challenges change.