Golden Dome costs driven by interceptors, not launch, analysts say
A constellation of interceptors meant to counter low- and high-end threats would require a much more robust architecture than past estimates have assumed.
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Stratolaunch hits milestone with fully reusable hypersonic testbed
Both flights met all of the Defense Department’s performance benchmarks within a 1% margin, according to Stratolaunch CEO Zachary Krevor.
GEARS of war: US Army picks 3 companies to advance autonomous resupply
The initial arrangements, announced earlier this month, are worth millions of dollars. Additional phases of work are expected in the future.
Ben FitzGerald named CEO at software specialist Rebellion Defense
The U.S. Army and the National Nuclear Security Administration tapped Rebellion Defense earlier this year for cybersecurity work.
Firms get face time, few details from Hicks’ Replicator tour
Most companies told Defense News they arrived looking for more detail on Replicator. Instead, Pentagon officials wanted more details from them.
Bombardier Defense VP Patrick talks deep sensing, Kansas investing
Military and business customers look for similar aircraft attributes, including reliability, according to Bombardier Defense's Steve Patrick.
US Space Command fully operational four years after reinstatement
The designation is a recognition that SPACECOM meets the criteria to conduct its mission to deliver a range of space capabilities to military users.
Northrop to upgrade DIA systems in ‘Neptune Phoenix’ deal worth $700M
The DIA is revamping itself as the Pentagon shifts its geographic focus away from the Greater Middle East to confront Russian and Chinese ambitions.
RTX chief executive Greg Hayes to step down; Calio to succeed him
The leadership transition will occur at the company’s annual shareowners meeting slated for May 2.
Space Force budget must keep growing to support mission, Thompson says
Gen. David Thompson, outgoing vice chief of space operations, told C4ISRNET the Space Force's budget needs to keep pace with its mission growth.
Ukraine’s innovative edge counters Russian mass, official says
"With whatever capabilities we have now, with whatever capabilities we can be provided by our partners, we are going to fight."
