Amentum (NYSE: AMTM), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Jacobs Technology Inc., has been awarded the prestigious Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) by the United States Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command. Valued at up to $4 billion, this landmark contract underscores Amentum’s critical role in advancing the Space Force’s vision of creating efficient, high-capacity multi-user spaceports while delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions to safeguard U.S. national security.
Mark Walter, president of Amentum’s Engineering & Technology group, emphasized the significance of the contract, stating, “Amentum will execute this contract to ensure the Space Force maintains assured access to space in support of national security, exploration, and commercial missions. Our team brings unmatched experience and expertise to enable the Space Force to meet its mission demands today and transform for the space launches of tomorrow.” This statement highlights Amentum’s commitment to supporting the USSF’s strategic objectives and ensuring the nation’s continued leadership in space.
Supporting Assured Access to Space
Under the SFRC, Amentum will provide a comprehensive suite of services, including systems engineering, cybersecurity, integration, logistics, sustainment, operations, and program management. These efforts will directly support the Space Force’s Assured Access to Space (AATS) initiative and contribute to the modernization of the Launch and Test Range System (LTRS). The LTRS is a critical component of the nation’s space infrastructure, enabling high-cadence launch operations for national security, space exploration, and commercial missions.
By updating and enhancing the LTRS, Amentum aims to transition the current range infrastructure into a high-capacity, multi-user spaceport model. This transformation will accommodate the growing demand for space launches while ensuring reliability, resilience, and efficiency. The modernized system will facilitate seamless coordination among government, military, and commercial stakeholders, positioning the U.S. as a global leader in space operations.
Key Initiatives Under the SFRC
Amentum’s work under the SFRC encompasses several key initiatives designed to drive innovation and operational excellence. These include:
- Consolidated LTRS Strategy: Amentum will develop and implement a unified strategy to streamline operations across the Eastern and Western Ranges, ensuring consistency and interoperability.
- Spaceport CONOPS: The company will design and refine the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for future spaceports, optimizing workflows and resource allocation to support multi-user environments.
- Enhanced Range Resilience: Amentum will focus on improving the resilience of the range infrastructure to withstand evolving threats and environmental challenges, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
- Digital Transformation and Modernization: Leveraging advanced technologies, Amentum will spearhead the digital transformation of the LTRS, incorporating automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics to enhance performance and decision-making.
- Workforce Development: Recognizing the importance of skilled personnel, Amentum will prioritize the recruitment and retention of low-density/high-demand technical talent, including machinists, radar specialists, data scientists, and engineers. This effort will ensure the Space Force has access to the expertise needed to execute its mission effectively.
Steve Arnette, Amentum’s chief operating officer, highlighted the company’s deep-rooted experience in supporting the nation’s space launch infrastructure. “This award builds on decades of trusted performance,” he said. “We’re leveraging that deep institutional knowledge, combined with our modern capabilities, to help the Space Force drive mission assurance, accelerate launch readiness, and realize the full potential of a multi-user spaceport future.”
Scope and Timeline of the Contract
The SFRC is a 10-year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract set to commence on June 1, 2025. The work will span multiple locations, including Patrick Space Force Base, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Vandenberg Space Force Base, and several geographically separated units. These sites represent the backbone of the U.S. space launch infrastructure, making them vital to national security and commercial space activities.
Amentum will begin transition activities immediately, working closely with the USSF to ensure continuity and readiness. This proactive approach is essential given the anticipated increase in launch demand, driven by both government and private-sector initiatives. By maintaining operational excellence during the transition phase, Amentum will help the Space Force meet its ambitious goals without interruption.
A Legacy of Excellence
Amentum’s selection for the SFRC reflects its longstanding reputation as a trusted partner in the aerospace and defense sectors. With decades of experience supporting the nation’s space launch infrastructure, the company brings unparalleled expertise to the table. Its ability to integrate traditional knowledge with modern innovations positions Amentum as a leader in transforming the future of space operations.
The SFRC represents a significant step forward in the evolution of the U.S. space enterprise. By modernizing the LTRS and enabling a multi-user spaceport model, Amentum is helping the Space Force achieve its mission of assured access to space. This capability is critical not only for national security but also for advancing space exploration and fostering a thriving commercial space industry.
About Amentum
Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.
