MQ-9 reaper malet mts-b III software

The Department of the Air Force is procuring MQ-9 Reaper Multi-Spectral Targeting System-B (MTS-B) III software from Raytheon Company under a contract valued at USD 9,392,907.38. This software upgrade supports the MTS-B, a critical electro-optical/infrared targeting sensor on the MQ-9 Reaper drone used for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), precision strike, close air support, and target designation. It enhances the Reaper's capabilities in contested environments through improved video modes, target tracking, and integration with systems like Lynx SAR, aligning with ongoing Air Force modernization efforts for extended endurance and autonomy.