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Applied Signal Technology, Inc. Enters into Technology
Licensing Agreement with DRS Technologies, Inc.

SUNNYVALE, California, January 9, 2007 Applied Signal Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: APSG), a leading provider of advanced signal processing solutions for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), has entered into an exclusive technology licensing agreement with DRS Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: DRS).

Under the terms of the agreement, DRS has global rights to manufacture, market, and sell Applied Signal Technology’s (AST) Model 650 Rogue Signal Surveillance System with the Clearwater Operating System. The Rogue Signal Surveillance System is a rugged, multi-function receiver for wireless communications surveillance and monitoring. The low size, weight, and power (SWAP) system is specifically designed for tactical operations.

Joseph Leonelli, Vice President of AST’s Wireless Communications Systems business, said, “We are pleased that DRS has joined our family of strategic partners in bringing our wireless signal surveillance technology to its full market potential.” Leonelli continued, “ This is a strategically important relationship that demonstrates the value of AST’s intellectual property. We are pleased to partner with DRS, a leading defense technology company that is committed to providing state-of-the-art surveillance equipment and has a quality reputation in the signal intelligence and defense communities.”

“DRS is very excited to enter into this strategic agreement with AST,” said Alan Dietrich, president of DRS’ Intelligence Technologies strategic business unit. “AST’s low size, weight, and power, 3G-ready signal surveillance technology, combined with DRS’ advanced RF product and manufacturing technology, offers a distinct advantage over the current systems in the field and we are excited to market and sell this innovative system to our customers. We are looking forward to a long and successful partnership with AST.”

About Applied Signal Technology, Inc.

Applied Signal Technology, Inc. provides advanced digital signal processing products, systems, and services in support of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance for global security. For further information about Applied Signal Technology’s products and services, visit our web site at www.appsig.com.

About DRS Technologies, Inc.

DRS Technologies, headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, is a leading supplier of integrated products, services, and support to military forces, intelligence agencies, and prime contractors worldwide. The company employs approximately 9,500 people.

For additional information about DRS please contact:

Richard M. Goldberg
Vice President, Public Affairs
(973) 451-3584
goldberg@drs.com

Patricia M. Williamson
Vice President, Investor Relations
(973) 898-6025
p.williamson@drs.com


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