Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin begin trialling new AI intrusion technology introduced by Anduril Australia

A new unmanned aerial system and AI intrusion detection software are now being trialled at the Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin, with the technology said to improve monitoring and response to air and ground security threats. Find out what it is and how it works.

Anduril’s Pulsar is pictured. Picture: Anduril Media

A new unmanned aerial system (UAS) and AI intrusion detection software are now being trialled at the Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin, with the technology said to improve monitoring and response to air and ground security threats.

The new system has been developed by Anduril Australia — a US defence technology company that focuses on developing and deploying AI-powered autonomous systems and software platforms to transform military capabilities.

The company, which is believed to now be working on a facility in New South Wales, aims to deliver these defence products quickly, and then update them even faster.

Anduril Australia have introduced a new AI technology to the Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin. Picture: Anduril Media

It is understood RAAF has began using Anduril’s technologies and services to define future requirements for security capabilities and to develop new tactics and operating procedures for improved security outcomes.

It is also said to help minimise reaction times and optimise threat responses in a way not possible with legacy systems.

The UAS and intrusion detection technology is being delivered under a capability-as-a-service model, according to Anduril Australia.

One of the company’s key focus areas is the power of human-machine teaming — the collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence or automated systems to perform tasks more effectively.

Anduril's Long Range Sentry Tower is pictured. Picture: Anduril Media

This type of teaming is already in action at RAAF Base Darwin, with a number of new tactics and operating procedures using the UAS and intrusion detection technology already being used.

Since the trial commenced in October 2024, Anduril has delivered four hardware and 16 software changes, through rolling upgrades, at no additional cost.

Anduril Australia’s executive chairman and chief executive, David Goodrich, said although they were only six months into the RAAF contract, the UAS and intrusion detection technology had been performing well and delivering on its contractual commitments.

Anduril Australia have introduced a new AI technology to the Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin. Picture: Anduril Media

“We continue to calibrate each of the sensors to react to the unique climatic environment, topography, flora and fauna,” he said.

“Our software and hardware team continues to evolve the system, with direct input from the RAAF, to optimise the performance for the unique needs of RAAF Base Darwin.

“It is very early days but already the results are impressive, and I am excited to see what else this partnership will bring.”

It is understood Anduril Australia also has a bid to manufacture solid rocket motors for the Australian Defence Department’s Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Enterprise.

Originally published as Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin begin trialling new AI intrusion technology introduced by Anduril Australia