- Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) has been awarded a $574 million contract by the U.S. Space Force to support its Ground Based Radar Maintenance and Sustainment Services (GMASS).
- The contract will focus on the ongoing sustainment and modification of key radar systems, including Upgraded Early Warning Radars (UEWR) and the Perimeter Acquisition Radar Attack Characterization System (PARCS), and aims to modernize critical missile warning and space domain awareness radars.
RESTON, Va., September 11, 2023 — In a significant move that underscores its commitment to technological advancement, Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC) announced today that it has secured a $574 million contract with the United States Space Force (USSF). The contract aims to support the Ground Based Radar Maintenance and Sustainment Services (GMASS), a critical component of the nation’s defense infrastructure.
A Testament to SAIC’s Expertise
“SAIC’s continued work with Space Force is a true testament to the valuable support we bring to the agency on its modernization journey,” said Michael LaRouche, president, National Security and Space at SAIC. The contract will provide ongoing sustainment and modification of systems covered under the GMASS Contract, including Upgraded Early Warning Radars (UEWR) and the Perimeter Acquisition Radar Attack Characterization System (PARCS) radars.
A Roadmap for Innovation
The contract also outlines an integrated roadmap aimed at highlighting incremental opportunities for innovation. This roadmap will focus on backlog items and operational efficiencies, aiming to modernize critical missile warning and space domain awareness radars for key Space Force missions.
Strategic Partnerships
In a move that further strengthens the project, SAIC has named L3Harris as an exclusive team member on the contract. This partnership is expected to bring additional expertise and capabilities to the GMASS program.
Aligning with Growth and Technology Accelerants
The new contract aligns perfectly with SAIC’s strategy to focus on Growth and Technology Accelerants in the area of Space. SAIC continues to lead industry efforts in space resiliency with customers including NASA and the U.S. Air Force.
