Northrop Grumman has signed a long-term agreement with Norway's Kitron to deliver sub-assembly for the Lockheed Martin-built F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter (JSF) aircraft.

The NOK1bn ($116.1m) deal is effective until June 2036 and also includes transfer of manufacturing prototypes for testing and validation.

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Upon completion of transfer of knowhow and manufacturing prototypes in 2017, Kitron will be awarded production contracts with deliveries starting in 2018, according to the company.

The sub-assembly, called the dual channel transmit/receive (DCTR) module, is part of Northrop's communication, navigation and identification (CNI) system.

The CNI suite for the F-35 offers pilots with the capability of more than 27 avionics functions including voice and data communication.

It uses advanced software-defined radio technology that facilitates simultaneous operation of multiple critical functions, while reducing size, weight and power demands on the advanced fighter aircraft.

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Kitron Norway managing director Hans Petter Thomassen said: "The F-35 programme is crucial for Norway, adding significant defence capabilities and important for Kitron and the region since the long-term programme secures substantial employment.

"The F-35 programme is crucial for Norway, adding significant defence capabilities and important for Kitron and the region since the long-term programme secures substantial employment."

“Winning this type of contract reflects Kitron's position as a competitive and trusted partner.”

In September 2015, Kitron agreed to supply different subassembly electronic modules for F-35 aircraft avionics.

Norway is one of the international partner countries participating in the F-35 programme and it is planning to acquire 52 F-35s in total.

Image: F-35A Lightning II. Photo: courtesy of US Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Donald R. Allen.