What Happened
Defense Giant Expands Hypersonic Capabilities With New Order
Leidos has secured a $2.7 billion contract from the US Army to transition hypersonic weapons work from prototyping to production, combining the Thermal Protection Shield and Common Hypersonic Glide Body programs. The company will support production planning and supply chain arrangements, leveraging its existing capabilities in thermal protection and glide body elements. This contract is part of the US Army’s acquisition reform efforts, aiming to streamline development and speed delivery. The award was reported by Army Technology.