(Murrieta, CA) 6/22/2019 -- Microwave Packaging Technology, Inc., a company that supplies phased array components and systems, today announced that it received a another contract from the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This contract is to continue development of phased array subsystems that support the MDA mission. Dr. Rick Sturdivant, founder and CTO of MPT commented that, "This work further demonstrates the value we are adding to the MDA mission. We are very excited that the MDA has chosen us to perform this critical work for them." MPT is developing an advanced subsystem for MDA phased array radars. The goal of the system is to reduce costs by 50-70% with 2X improvement in key performance metrics. The $2.5M program culminates in a subsystem demonstration.

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services.

(Murrieta, CA) March 27, 2019 -- Microwave Packaging Technology, Inc., a company that supplies phased array components and systems, today announced that it received a contract from Harris Corporation to develop and produce a wide band microwave hybrid component for a communication system. The component leverages the MPT ability for high levels of integration and electronic signal integrity in X-band and Ku-Band. "The component also fits into our product offerings for such as amplifiers, filter modules, and switch components," said Dr. Rick Sturdivant, the founder and Chief Technology Officer at MPT. Another important aspect to this product is that it is scheduled to begin volume production early in 2020.

Dr. Sturdivant also commented that, "this product for Harris also demonstrates our commitment to support space qualified products and our focus on supporting phased array radar systems." The company continues to develop products, subsystems, and systems for phased array radar and communication.

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services.

(Murrieta, CA) 3/1/2019 -- Microwave Packaging Technology, Inc., a company that supplies phased array components and systems, today announced that it has moved its headquarters to Murrieta, CA. After operating for more than 15 years in Orange County, CA, MPT has moved its offices to the city of Murrieta, CA in Riverside County, CA. This move increases support of its customers by leveraging the ability to attract the best technical talent and further improve operating cost.

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services.

(Fullerton, CA) 8/15/2018 -- Microwave Packaging Technology, Inc., a company that supplies phased array components and systems, today announced that it has an ongoing research effort with Azusa Pacific University and a few of its faculty to develop Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) solutions for airborne and space applications. Several faculty and students at the university are providing research and development support. One of the applications is an Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar (iSAR) for detection of drones. Dr. Rick Sturdivant, Founder and Chief Technology Officer at MPT, said that "this research relationship benefits MPT and APU and we value the results." SAR technology has military, NASA, and commercial applications.

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services.

(Fullerton, CA) 2/1/18 --- Microwave Packaging Technology, Inc., a company that supplies phased array components and systems, today announced that it received a contract from the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to develop advanced modules. The contract calls for the demonstration of lower cost and increased capability modules that support the MDA mission. Dr. Rick Sturdivant, founder and CTO of MPT said, "We are very pleased to be supporting the MDA in this important work."

(Fullerton, CA) 5/15/17 -- MPT Corporation announced a research effort with Azusa Pacific University (APU) to develop technologies for the detection of drones and UAVs. The technology has to potential to be a low cost method to detect and discriminate drones from other targets such as birds. "This is a significant advance in our radar and remote sensing capabilities," says Dr. Rick Sturdivant, Founder and CTO of MPT. The research will be directed by Dr. Enson Chang who is an Assistant Professor at APU. The radar leverages an existing X-band sensor and uses signal processing for discrimination.

(Fullerton, CA) Microwave Products and Technology (MPT), an innovation leader in custom RF semiconductor and module solutions, today announced it has been certified as a HUBZone Business by the US Small Business Administration. The company was already certified as an American Indian Owned business.

MPT specializes in custom microwave and millimeter-wave electronics products such as transmitters, receivers, up converters, down converters, and antennas that operate in frequency ranges from 5 to 120GHz.

MPT also offers custom MMIC and integrated circuit development service for frequencies from 5-120GHz. MPT designs integrated circuits in GaAs, GaN and SiGe. MPT is also currently developing GaN MMICs on a Navy contract and a SiGe integrated circuit on an Army contract.

The program’s benefits for HUBZone-certified companies include competitive and sole source contracting and a 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions, as well as subcontracting opportunities.

“We are so pleased to receive our HUBZone certification since it allows us to better serve our customers and create job opportunities in the local community”, said Rick Sturdivant, president and founder of MPT.  

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services. The information security group provides hardware modules and managed security services.

(Fullerton, CA) MPT announced today that it was awarded a $2.85M contract from the US Army for the development of a general purpose radar system operating in the millimeter-wave range (over 30GHz). That radar system is useful for multiple applications such as mapping foliage and high resolution ground imaging. "This program is a significant win for MPT since it will increase our radar system and sub-system capabilities and add to product portfolio," said Rick Sturdivant who is President of MPT. According to Curtis Hanz, VP of Engineering at MPT, “This is a validation of our product solutions and our technology.” Mr. Hanz will be leading the effort on this program for MPT.

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services. The information security group provides hardware modules and managed security services.

(FULLERTON, CA) MPT Will be attending the 2014 Navy Gold Coast Exhibit in San Diego that runs from the 11th to the 13th of August, 2014. MPT will be at Gold booth #736 located in the San Diego convention center. For more information about the exhibit and exhibitors, visit the Navy Gold Coast website.

MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services. The information security group provides hardware modules and managed security services.

(FULLERTON, CA) MPT received a follow contract for the development of a software defined radio system. This phase of the program includes hardware demonstrations and production design release of the product. Rick Sturdivant, the company’s president commented, “We are delighted that our customer on this development continues to have confidence in our ability to deliver their required solution. This is an endorsement of the dedication of our team to meet and exceed this customer’s expectation”. 
 
MPT develops solutions for the US Government in electronics and information security. Its electronics group provides communication and radar system products and services. The information security group provides hardware modules and managed security services.