Surveillance Radars Deployed to U.S. Southern Border in Support of USCBP Program

Non-for-profit defense research and development company SRC, Inc. has partnered with Benchmark Electronics, Inc. to upgrade previously deployed Mobile Video Surveillance Systems (MVSS).

These systems are used along the southwest border as part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (USCBP) Border Surveillance Systems program. Benchmark has already begun integrating SRC’s SR Hawk radar system onto MVSS units in high-risk border regions, aiming to enhance border security effectiveness and efficiency.

The addition of SRC’s SR Hawk radar in the MVSS-R program –“R” indicating the inclusion of radar – introduces a powerful force multiplier. It extends surveillance capabilities to 7.5 miles, providing persistent, real-time, 360-degree wide-area situational awareness. The radar detects and tracks moving ground vehicles, individuals on foot, and littoral targets, even in the most extreme environments.

By enabling remote data transmission from tactical devices, the SR Hawk radar improves border agents’ ability to detect and respond to threats more efficiently, while reducing the need for manual oversight. Once a threat is detected, the data is automatically sent to a command station for assessment. The integration of the SR Hawk radar with the MVSS systems aligns with USCBP’s evolving need for efficient solutions that address today’s border security challenges. The radar is designed for rapid deployment and ease of use, offering autonomous functions to simplify operation and strengthen agents’ capabilities in the field.

Kevin Hair, President and CEO of SRC, commented, “SRC is proud to partner with Benchmark, a leader in border surveillance technology, to improve their proven MVSS system. The SR Hawk is the most competitive radar in its class, offering superior performance with best-in-class value. The addition of the SR Hawk radar into MVSS deployments represents a significant step forward in enhancing the security of our southern border and we are proud to support this mission.”

SRC has nearly 70 years of experience developing radars for national security and defense. More than 500 SR Hawk radars are deployed worldwide, earning the system a reputation for its combination of performance and value in critical surveillance operations. Its versatility allows installation in various configurations, including vehicles, towers, expeditionary emplacements, and more.