Battlefield Drone Technology Study
Context
The UK military required a structured feasibility investigation to explore the development and operational employment of medium‑range loitering munition technologies based on uncrewed drone systems. The objective was to understand operational need, integration challenges, and development priorities within a complex, multi‑service environment.
AmfiskA Role
AmfiskA was engaged to provide systems‑engineering‑led analysis, acting as the bridge between operational stakeholders, emerging technology, and future capability development.
What We Did
Led and facilitated workshops with key stakeholders across Army, Navy, Marine, and industry communities to capture operational context and user needs
Conducted detailed operational analysis across current and future battlefield scenarios
Developed an operational architecture aligned to NATO Architecture Framework (NAF v4), defining roles, interactions, and system dependencies
Translated operational outcomes into top‑level needs (Tier 1 requirements) and a structured Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
Performed capability gap analysis by assessing current and emerging systems against defined operational needs
Identified priority areas for development, integration, and further investment
Outcome
The study provided the client with a clear, evidence‑based understanding of how battlefield drone and loitering munition technologies could be employed, where existing capabilities fell short, and what system, architectural, and developmental steps were required to progress toward operationally credible solutions. The outputs directly informed downstream concept development and future capability planning.