Delivering Miysis, the UK’s DIRCM

10 September 2021

What lies beneath the Miysis DIRCM? With a hard-wired commitment to continuous improvement, Leonardo has been producing world-class, life-saving technology, along with the highest levels of customer support, during the past four decades. Stuart Andrew, Leonardo’s Programme Manager for Future Infrared Countermeasures, explains how the entire team remains motivated, energised and immensely proud of their work.

For more than 30 years, Leonardo in Edinburgh has been at the forefront of Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) technology development, delivering cutting-edge solutions for customers around the globe, enabled by ongoing investment in its people and unique on-shore facilities.

“There is a real sense of pride in what we deliver,” says Stuart, “not only regarding the quality of our product, but in having world-leading manufacturing facilities in Edinburgh, including Centres of Excellence for Lasers and IRCMs. We truly believe this allows us to drive forward in delivering world-class Directed Infrared Countermeasures (DIRCM) and high-energy laser systems for our customers.”