Technology keeps jumping back and forth—it never stays still—EVER!
“Stealth” is just the latest idea—it has about run its course.
Get back to speed, maneuver, weaponry, range, acceleration, etc...
Have the advanced weaponry packaging close to deployment. Engine re-configuration to deliver multi-megawatt electrical output is the hold-up. Directed energy projection and guided kinetic projectiles will be the next big thing.