The global military sensors market reached a value of around USD 11.96 Billion in 2024. The industry is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.80% between 2025 and 2034.
The rapid development of defence systems by military forces and the continued military modernisation programmes in separate nations are some of the variables anticipated to boost the development of the military sensors industry over the forecast period.
Countries like the United States, China, and India are purchasing military aircrafts, which is aiding the overall market growth. Further, the Asia-Pacific market is expected to witness the fastest growth rate driven by the rapidly emerging economies within the region.
The rapid development of defence systems by military forces and the continued military modernisation programmes in separate nations are some of the variables anticipated to boost the development of the military sensors industry over the forecast period.
Market Segmentation
The global military sensors market can be divided based on segments like component, platform, and end-use.The industry, based on its component, is divided into:
- Hardware
- Software
- Cybersecurity Solutions
The military sensors market can be divided based on its platform into:
- Airborne
- Fighter Aircraft
- Helicopters
- Combat Support Aircraft
- Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
- Land
- Armoured Ground Vehicles
- Combat Support Vehicles
- Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVS)
- Operating Bases
- Soldiers
- Naval
- Combat Ships
- Combat Support Ships
- Submarines
- Unmanned Marine Vehicles (UMVS)
- Space
- Munitions
- Rockets and Missiles
- Guided Ammunition
- Torpedoes
- Artillery Systems
The industry can be broadly categorised based on its end-uses into:
- Intelligence and Reconnaissance
- Communication and Navigation
- Combat Operations
- Electronic Warfare
- Target Recognition
- Surveillance and Monitoring
- Artillery Systems
- Command and Control
Looks into the regional military sensors markets like:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
Market Analysis
The increasing demand for real-time data processing and analysis through artificial intelligence and machine learning is anticipated to drive the development of the military sensors market, especially its software segment. The land segment growth can be ascribed to the enhanced demand for unmanned ground vehicles in the defence sector. The electronic warfare segment is expected to develop at the highest CAGR between 2021 and 2026.Countries like the United States, China, and India are purchasing military aircrafts, which is aiding the overall market growth. Further, the Asia-Pacific market is expected to witness the fastest growth rate driven by the rapidly emerging economies within the region.
Competitive Landscape
The report presents a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global military sensors market, looking into their capacity, market shares, and latest developments like capacity expansions, plant turnarounds, and mergers and acquisitions:- Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON)
- TE Connectivity Ltd.
- Raytheon Company
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Thales SA
- Kongsberg Gruppen
- Ultra Electronics
- Esterline Technologies Corporation
- General Electric Company
- BAE Systems PLC
- Microflown Avisa B.V.
- Vectornav Technologies, LLC
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Global Military Sensors Market Analysis
6 North America Military Sensors Market Analysis
7 Europe Military Sensors Market Analysis
8 Asia-Pacific Military Sensors Market Analysis
9 Latin America Military Sensors Market Analysis
10 Middle East and Africa Military Sensors Market Analysis
11 Market Dynamics
13 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
The key companies featured in this Military Sensors market report include:- Honeywell International Inc
- TE Connectivity Ltd.
- Raytheon Technologies Corporation
- Lockheed Martin Corporation
- Thales Group
- Kongsberg Gruppen ASA
- Ultra Electronics
- Esterline Technologies Corporation
- General Electric Company
- BAE Systems PLC
- Microflown Avisa B.V.
- Vectornav Technologies, LLC
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 161 |
| Published | August 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 11.96 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 21.02 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.8% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 13 |
