Kratos SRE Welcomes Senator Katie Britt to Facility in Birmingham

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (NASDAQ: KTOS) recently hosted U.S. Senator Katie Britt at its SRE facility in Birmingham, Alabama. The visit showcased Kratos' advancements in technologies such as hypersonics, space systems, and missile defense. Michael Johns, Senior VP, emphasized the importance of their work for national defense, while Dave Carter, President of Defense & Rocket Support Services, noted the company's commitment to the aerospace sector in Alabama. Since its acquisition in May 2022, Kratos SRE has focused on expanding its capabilities, employing around 165 professionals to support national security initiatives.

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• Showcased advanced technologies for national defense and space systems.
• Emphasized commitment to Alabama's aerospace and defense community.
• Employs approximately 165 professionals, strengthening workforce in Birmingham.

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SAN DIEGO, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a Technology Company in the Defense, National Security and Global Markets, recently welcomed U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) to Kratos SRE in Birmingham, Alabama, to showcase their expertise in the development, modeling and deployment of advanced technologies including materials for extreme environments, hypersonics, space systems, missile systems, missile defense, strategic deterrence, propulsion systems, RF technology integration, additive manufacturing, airborne ISR, and energy applications.

Senator Katie Britt at Birmingham Facility is available at:
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Michael Johns, Senior Vice President of Kratos SRE, said, “We were honored to host Senator Britt at our Kratos SRE facility in Birmingham. The Kratos SRE team is working on incredibly important programs for our national defense, exploration of space, and emerging technologies in many industries and we were excited to showcase all the team is doing on this engaging visit.”

Dave Carter, President of Kratos’ Defense & Rocket Support Services Division, said, "Establishing Kratos SRE as our Advanced Concepts group demonstrates our commitment to Alabama and the growing aerospace and defense community in Birmingham. We’re very proud of SRE’s industry-leading expertise in the testing and evaluation of advanced materials and how they behave in extreme environments and SRE’s contributions to ensuring the nation’s industrial base is prepared to address the unique challenges associated with space, hypersonics, missiles, propulsion systems and more. We are equally as proud of SRE’s work associated with non-destructive testing, specialized intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) sensor development, communication systems, and hybrid additive manufacturing techniques. Kratos SRE Birmingham is a key part of our strategy to expand Kratos’ leading-edge technology and hypersonic capabilities in Alabama and across the country. Our thanks to Senator Britt for visiting.”

Kratos SRE, formerly part of Southern Research and acquired by Kratos in May 2022, is an advanced concept group within Kratos’ Defense & Rocket Support Services (KDRSS) Division. SRE currently employs about 165 engineers, technicians and program support professionals conducting work in support of the space community, the Department of Defense and other national security customers. Kratos SRE’s growth within Birmingham is part of the company’s overall strategy to expand leading-edge technology capabilities in areas specifically related to hypersonics.

About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) is a Technology Company that develops and fields transformative, affordable systems, products and solutions for United States National Security, our allies and global commercial enterprises. At Kratos, Affordability is a Technology, and Kratos is changing the way breakthrough technology is rapidly brought to market – at a low cost – with actual products, systems, and technologies rather than slide decks or renderings. Through proven commercial and venture capital backed approaches, including proactive, internally funded research and streamlined development processes, Kratos is focused on being First to Market with our solutions, well in advance of competition. Kratos is the recognized Technology Disruptor in our core market areas, including Space and Satellite Communications, Cyber Security and Warfare, Unmanned Systems, Rocket and Hypersonic Systems, Next-Generation Jet Engines and Propulsion Systems, Microwave Electronics, C5ISR and Virtual and Augmented Reality Training Systems. For more information, visit www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 25, 2022, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
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FAQ

What recent developments has Kratos announced regarding their Birmingham facility?

Kratos showcased their advanced technologies during Senator Katie Britt's visit to their SRE facility in Birmingham, emphasizing their expertise in defense-related projects.

How many professionals does Kratos SRE employ?

Kratos SRE currently employs around 165 engineers and technicians.

What technologies is Kratos focusing on at their Birmingham location?

Kratos is concentrating on hypersonics, missile systems, space systems, and advanced materials for extreme environments.

Who visited Kratos SRE in Birmingham and why?

U.S. Senator Katie Britt visited to learn about Kratos' advanced technologies and their contributions to national defense.

When was Kratos SRE acquired by Kratos Defense?

Kratos SRE was acquired in May 2022 and is part of Kratos' strategy to expand technology capabilities.