SDA Awards $1.75B for 36 Satellites
11 sources · first reported Yesterday
The Space Development Agency has awarded L3Harris and Sierra Space a combined $1.75 billion to build 36 satellites for the Golden Dome missile defense shield. The satellites will provide missile warning, tracking, and targeting capabilities. The award is part of an accelerated schedule to meet the Pentagon's 2028 plans for demonstrating the Golden Dome shield.
The Golden Dome missile defense shield is a critical component of the US military's defense strategy, and the addition of these 36 satellites will enhance the country's ability to detect and track missiles. The award demonstrates the importance of space-based systems in modern defense capabilities.
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