Kratos Awarded $446.8 Million Space Force Agreement for Missile Tracking Ground Segment Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has been awarded a $446.8 million agreement by the U.S. Space Force to support the development of a ground segment for a medium Earth orbit (MEO) missile tracking system. Kratos is also promoting an upcoming hiring event. Professionals interested in learning more or registering can visit clearedcareers.com/Kratos . The award was reported by GovCon Wire and SatNews and was issued under an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreement focused on advancing missile warning and tracking capabilities. What the Contract Covers The agreement centers on the development of a ground system that will support a missile tracking architecture operating in medium Earth orbit. This ground segment is intended to support key mission functions, including missile warning and missile tracking, while supporting broader space-based defense capabilities. The work contributes to ongoing efforts to enhance space-based tracking systems used to monitor missile activity. Why Medium Earth Orbit Matters The U.S. Space Force is pursuing efforts to strengthen missile tracking capabilities, and medium Earth orbit is part of that broader work. MEO systems are part of broader efforts to enhance space-based missile tracking capabilities. Ground systems like the one Kratos will support are an important part of making these space-based architectures operational. Contract Structure and Approach The agreement was awarded using an Other Transaction Authority (OTA), a contracting mechanism used by the Department of Defense to support prototyping and accelerate development. OTAs are often used when agencies are working to rapidly develop and deploy new technologies or capabilities. Related Work in Space-Based Tracking In addition to this $446.8 million agreement, Kratos has also received a separate $116.7 million prime contract from the Space Development Agency. That contract supports a ground system for advanced fire control missions. While separate from the Space Force OTA agreement, the SDA contract also supports broader space-based tracking and fire control efforts. Key Takeaways Contract Value: $446.8 million Awarding Agency: U.S. Space Force Contract Type: Other Transaction Authority (OTA) Focus Area: Ground system for MEO missile tracking Mission Support: Missile warning and missile tracking Final Thoughts This agreement represents continued investment in space-based missile tracking infrastructure, with a specific focus on building out the ground systems needed to support these capabilities. Kratos’ role in this effort centers on developing the infrastructure required to enable missile tracking operations from medium Earth orbit as part of the Space Force’s evolving architecture. Those interested in connecting with Kratos through its upcoming event can register at clearedcareers.com/Kratos .

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