Defense, Intelligence, & National Security

Iridium uses FIPS-140-2, ASC22FO encryption, ensuring voice and data transmitted by U.S. government customers remains uncompromised, giving you secure control of your team and operations.

Iridium is the only satellite network to offer reliable global connectivity anywhere in the world, allowing vehicles, vessels, and aircraft to operate outside the reach of terrestrial or radio coverage. Operating in Low-Earth Orbit, the Iridium network does not rely on local infrastructure, leaving it unaffected by safety and security threats on the ground, and the network’s L-band frequency makes it resilient to adverse weather conditions.

When mission-critical connections are the norm, service interruption is not an option. Each satellite in the Iridium network is linked to up to four other satellites in orbit, with automatic re-routing in the case of any disruptions. This unique cross-linked architecture provides additional layers of network redundancy and resiliency, enabling optimal performance and uninterrupted service for users.

Iridium and our government development partners provide a wide range of in-building, vehicular, and on-the-move satellite solutions built to integrate with existing radio or terrestrial platforms, providing a comprehensive communications network for deployed teams.

Iridium satellites are constantly orbiting the planet, meaning at any given time, an Iridium Connected® device may have several points of connection to the network. Iridium Connected broadband equipment relies on solid-state, omnidirectional antennas which automatically connect themselves to the Iridium satellite with the strongest connection, providing clear connectivity, even on the move. Additionally, Iridium Connected equipment is built on Iridium’s small, light-weight, low-power core technology, increasing its portability and mobility, and enabling its deployment on both people and platforms.

Iridium offers an expansive portfolio of communications products and services, delivered through partners with years of U.S. government and military experience. From secure voice and data services to tactical group communications and live video conferencing, Iridium and our partners provide solutions with optimal size, weight, and power (SWaP) parameters, tailored to the unique requirements of those in the United States government protecting our national security.