US Army Selects Anduril’s Lattice as Fire Control Platform for Counter-Drone Missions After Successful Yuma Trials

Yuma Proving Grounds, Arizona – Anduril Industries’ Lattice software has been established as the US Army’s fire control platform for counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) missions, following a seven-day demonstration at the US Army’s test centre, Yuma Proving Grounds. The selection aims to underpin a unified command-and-control system that leverages real-time data for decision-making in an increasingly autonomous battlefield environment.

Army Endorses Lattice After Live-Fire Success

According to Anduril, the Lattice platform was chosen after it integrated a previously undisclosed sensor and effector within hours and executed four live-fire intercepts, all resulting in successful neutralisation. During the same demonstration, Lattice showcased autonomy-enhanced fire control, distributed tracking across sensors and systems, and optimisation of target engagement sequences-capabilities central to modern counter-UAS operations.

Unified C2 for Rapid, Flexible C-UAS Operations

Anduril and the US Army intend to build a unified command-and-control (C2) architecture that connects multiple sensors, networks, and systems while streamlining operator workflows. Lattice, designed as an open software platform for both defense and civilian use, consolidates input from distributed sensors into a single integration layer, where AI, machine learning algorithms, and data processing techniques filter information so only relevant data is presented to users. Operators can then task other systems or assets directly within the platform.

US Army chief technology officer Alex Miller stated: “We can’t wait a year for a new sensor or effector to be integrated and we can’t tell our deployed soldiers that we have to wait for an FSR [field support representative] to solve the problem.

“It has to support a platoon leader on the move with many small sensors across many vehicles as much as it has to support a forward operating base or garrison commander using a mix of existing and emerging systems.”

Key Capabilities Demonstrated

• Rapid integration: A previously undisclosed sensor and effector were integrated within hours.
• Proven intercepts: Four live-fire intercepts conducted, all with successful neutralisation.
• Advanced autonomy: Autonomy-enhanced fire control and distributed multi-sensor tracking.
• Engagement optimization: Automated optimisation of target engagement sequences.
• Open architecture: Compatibility with multiple sensors, networks, and systems across defense and civilian sectors.

Dual-Use Applications Beyond the Battlefield

While the Army intends to deploy Lattice for C-UAS fire control, the software’s open architecture supports broader missions. Its structure allows it to support surveillance operations at ports or infrastructure sites and monitor UAS activity near airports or energy facilities, aligning with a growing need for integrated airspace security in both military and civilian contexts.

Background: Growing Army-Anduril Collaboration

The latest selection builds on the US Army’s ongoing collaboration with Anduril. In September 2025, Anduril secured a $159m contract from the US Army for a prototyping phase dedicated to advanced helmet-mounted night vision equipment combined with mixed reality features. The company’s expanding role underscores the Army’s focus on software-centric, rapidly upgradable systems that can keep pace with evolving threats.

What Lattice Brings to C-UAS Operations

Within the Lattice framework, AI and machine learning help triage and prioritize sensor feeds so users can focus on the most relevant targets and threats. This data-driven approach is designed to reduce operator burden and accelerate the sensor-to-shooter timeline, enabling faster, coordinated responses across integrated systems.

Conclusion: Toward Faster, Integrated Air Defense

The US Army’s endorsement of Anduril’s Lattice as its fire control platform for C-UAS missions marks a significant step toward faster integration cycles, real-time battlefield awareness, and coordinated counter-drone engagements. With demonstrated performance at Yuma Proving Grounds and an open architecture built for rapid adaptation, Lattice is positioned to support both current fielded systems and emerging technologies. The Army has not disclosed a deployment timeline, but the move signals a continued shift toward software-defined, AI-enabled command and control for air defense and critical infrastructure protection.