Applied Signal Technology
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| Applied Signal Technology | |
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| AST | |
| Industry | Defense Intelligence Homeland security |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Parent | Raytheon |
Applied Signal Technology (Nasdaq: APSG; also known as AST) is a provider of advanced intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) products, systems, and services, established in 1984 in Sunnyvale, California. Its 2009 revenue was $202.6 million with a profit of $22.9 million.
AST serves the defense, intelligence, homeland security, and select commercial markets. Its products are used to scan and filter cell phone, ship-to-shore, microwave, and military transmissions and evaluate them for relevant information.
In February 2011, AST was acquired by military contractor Raytheon for $490 million. William B. Van Vleet III served as the company's president and CEO prior to being acquired by Raytheon.
References
- ↑ Hill, Jeffrey (2011-02-01). "Raytheon Completes Applied Signal Technology Acquisition". Via Satellite. Retrieved 2026-11-02.
- ↑ Applied Signal Technology, Inc
- ↑ "Applied Signal Technology, Inc. Form 10-K/A". www.sec.gov. Retrieved 2026-11-02.