AEVEX Aerospace

Navigation, Autonomy and Mission Systems for Defence and National Security

AEVEX Aerospace is a leader in full-spectrum airborne intelligence solutions and mission systems for defence and national security. At iTkey, we work with AEVEX to deliver navigation, autonomy, and RF/radar simulation resources for Australian defence, test ranges, and training environments. From unmanned systems to mission planning and closed-loop test ecosystems, we help you achieve operational readiness and mission assurance.

Broadcast Media

Aerial cinematography and broadcast coverage using UAS platforms with stabilised cameras
Mission planning for live event coverage, sports, and remote production
Training for broadcast pilots and camera operators with simulation and rehearsal tools

Defence

Manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) architectures for coordinated operations
Airborne signals intelligence (SIGINT) and communications intelligence (COMINT) platforms
Mission planning, rehearsal, and debrief with scenario generation and analytics

Energy

Infrastructure inspection and monitoring using UAS with thermal and visual sensors
Pipeline, transmission line, and facility surveillance with long-endurance platforms
Emergency response and damage assessment after storms or outages

Finance

Physical security and surveillance for data centres and financial facilities using UAS
RF environment assessment for communications and interference analysis
Integration with security operations centres and incident management systems

Mining

Mine site surveillance and inspection using UAS with thermal, visual, and LiDAR sensors
Stockpile volume measurement and surveying with photogrammetry and 3D mapping
Safety monitoring and hazard detection for blast zones and unstable areas

Education and Campuses

UAS platforms for research in agriculture, environmental science, and archaeology
Mission planning and data collection for academic studies and field research
Integration with research data systems and GIS platforms

Products

RF and Radar Simulation Ecosystems

Closed-loop test environments for radar, EW, and communications systems
Threat emulation with programmable waveforms and behaviours
Hardware and software interfaces for radar warning receivers (RWR) and electronic support measures (ESM)

CompassPNT

CompassPNT is a family of resilient positioning, navigation, and timing solutions that ensure operational accuracy in GNSS-degraded or denied environments.
Built on AEVEX’s open, modular architecture, CompassPNT integrates advanced sensors, timing sources, and fusion algorithms to deliver reliable PNT data across air, land, and maritime platforms.

CompassCore

CompassCore is the foundation of AEVEX’s CompassX family, providing the common hardware and processing architecture that powers next-generation autonomy.
fuses navigation, timing, and environmental sensors within a rugged, NDAA-compliant framework, enabling precise, resilient performance across air, ground, and maritime platforms.
Hardware and software interfaces for radar warning receivers (RWR) and electronic support measures (ESM)

Specific in‑use scenarios

Broadcast Aerial Coverage and Cinematography

Deploy UAS platforms with stabilised cameras for live event coverage, sports broadcasting, and aerial cinematography. Plan missions for multi-camera coordination and shot management integrated with broadcast control systems. Stream real-time video to production trucks and master control via encrypted data links. Provide training for broadcast pilots and camera operators with simulation and rehearsal tools. Support 4K/8K video capture with gimbal stabilisation for cinema-quality footage.

Defence UAS ISR and Electronic Warfare

Deploy Group 3 UAS with EO/IR and SAR payloads for persistent ISR missions and border surveillance. Plan missions with terrain masking and threat avoidance using AEVEX mission planning tools. Conduct electronic warfare missions with SIGINT and COMINT payloads for intelligence gathering. Stream real-time intelligence to command centres and tactical units via encrypted data links. Conduct post-mission analysis with automated target detection and tracking.

Energy Infrastructure Inspection

Conduct infrastructure inspection and monitoring using UAS with thermal and visual sensors for transmission lines and pipelines. Survey generation facilities, substations, and renewable energy sites with long-endurance platforms. Support emergency response and damage assessment after storms or equipment failures. Integrate with GIS and asset management systems for data fusion and maintenance scheduling.

Finance Facility Security Surveillance

Provide physical security and surveillance for data centres and financial facilities using UAS platforms. Support emergency response coordination and situational awareness during security incidents. Conduct RF environment assessment for communications and interference analysis. Integrate with security operations centres and incident management systems for real-time monitoring.

Mining Site Surveillance and Surveying

Conduct mine site surveillance and inspection using UAS with thermal, visual, and LiDAR sensors. Perform stockpile volume measurement and surveying with photogrammetry and 3D mapping. Monitor safety hazards and blast zones with thermal imaging for personnel detection. Integrate with mine planning and operations systems for real-time data and production tracking.

Agricultural Research and Environmental Monitoring

Deploy UAS platforms for academic research in precision agriculture, crop health monitoring, and land management studies. Plan missions for multi-spectral imagery collection across experimental plots and research farms with repeatable flight paths. Integrate with GIS and data analysis systems for photogrammetry, NDVI mapping, and change detection. Provide training for research students and staff on UAS operations, mission planning, and data processing. Conduct field research in remote areas for environmental science, ecology, and conservation biology. Collect high-resolution imagery and LiDAR data for geology, archaeology, and terrain analysis. Support multi-disciplinary research projects with flexible payload integration and data collection protocols.

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