CEA Technologies has been a leader of defence innovation for more than 40 years.
A trusted partner to the United States and Australian Governments, CEA Technologies is delivering ground-breaking technology that showcases innovation, engineering and manufacturing expertise.
The company’s unwavering commitment to research and development has resulted in a highly-modular and scalable product suite, which has been integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities. Its cutting-edge technology underscores sovereign defence strength across maritime, land and air domains.
CEA Technologies, Inc (CEATI) is a wholly-owned, US-based, CEA Technologies subsidiary that provides world-class sustainment and operations to the radar systems procured by the US Department of War (DoW) and supporting three Armed Services (USA, USAF, USN).
CEA Technologies delivers phased array radar capability and related advanced technologies.
CEAFAR – Active Phased Array Radar
Its flagship product line, CEAFAR, delivers exceptional maritime and land-based surveillance, targeting, and threat detection across all domains.
CEAFAR systems are highly adaptable to multiple platforms - supporting both operational flexibility and value for money.
Key programs include:
Range Radar Systems: developed and delivered CEAFAR radar solutions for various United States and Australian ranges to support testing and training of advanced aircraft systems and crew.
Hunter Class Frigate Program: in contract to deliver 3 shipsets of advanced CEAFAR sensor arrays for the Hunter Class Frigate. First delivery will be mid-2029. A further 3 shipsets are anticipated. CEA Technologies’ Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) sensors will be interfaced to the US Navy’s Aegis Combat Management System.
LAND 19 Phase 7B Short Range Air Defence Systems: delivered 4 CEAOPS systems for the HX77 truck and 8 CEATAC systems for the Hawkei vehicle. Both AESA systems will deliver strategic and tactical protection for the Joint Force. They will be integrated into NASAMS.
LAND 8113 Phase 2 Multi-Mission Phased Array Radar: contracted to deliver 15 CEAOPS systems for the Australian Army. These AESA systems will support Joint Fires, including Long-Range Fires and Protected Mobile Fires.
AIR6500-1 Integrated Air and Missile Defence: contracted to deliver 4 CEAFAR systems to provide the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) with a Joint Air Battle Management System, providing enhanced mobility and situational awareness. These systems provide long range radar and IFF surveillance and tracking.
Proven Innovation. Operational Advantage. Supporting United States Department of War
Sovereign technology. Australian owned and manufactured
Scalable and modular technology that is based on core building blocks
In-house design of entire system – mechanical, radio frequency, electronic, electrical, software and systems engineering
Demonstrated solutions in Australia and United States
Through-life support of unique technology
High levels of redundancy and fault tolerance built into the systems to provide maximum performance
CEA Technologies is able to export to Five Eye Nations through Government-to-Government partnerships, supporting interoperability and policy alignment.
All products are supplied with in-country, through-life support options.
All systems listed under capabilities are available.
United States Department of War
Australian Government
Australian Army
Royal Australian Air Force
Royal Australian Navy
Australian Defence Force
CEA Technologies’ accreditation includes: Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) member, International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Management System Certifications AS9100, and National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program (NADCAP) accredited.
Over more than 40 years, the company has received many awards, including the ACT Exporter of the Year Award, the Australian Excellence in Engineering Award, the Pearcy National Entrepreneur Award, the ADM/DMO Essington Lewis Award for Excellence in Project Management and the Clunies Ross award.