AeroVironment Secures $97M Deal for Redstone Arsenal Testing Facilities

0:00This is Cory, keeping Birmingham in the know you're listening to Birmingham News today. A Virginia company with ties to Huntsville has secured a $97 million deal to build new testing facilities at Redstone Arsenal in North, Alabama. Arrow Vierman announced the three-year contract on Thursday. The project focuses on missile defense and sensor systems for the Army. Called Genesis, it blends hardware with simulated setups. High-speed imaging and sharp optics will mimic real-world scenes in detail. This setup speeds up tech development and supports teamwork across space, air, and missile defense efforts. It creates reliable testing grounds to cut risks. Leaders at the company say it boosts innovation and gives troops a strong edge. The work aims to deliver ready-to-use systems faster. This DNN story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. Layback, press play, let the pillow do the rest. Sound meets comfort, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.