U.S. Air Force Awards SAIC Leading Position on $192M ABMS Digital Infrastructure Network Developer Contract
Rhea-AI Summary
SAIC (NASDAQ: SAIC) received a leading position on the U.S. Air Force’s ABMS Digital Infrastructure Network Developer multiple-award contract, with an estimated value of $192 million. SAIC will design, develop, and deploy key elements of the DAF Battle Network to support CJADC2.
The work covers networking, C3, AI, cloud, and digital engineering across fixed, mobile, and edge environments, aiming to deliver real-time, multi-domain data to warfighters at all security levels.
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- Leading position on U.S. Air Force ABMS contract worth an estimated $192 million
- Prime role designing, developing, and deploying key DAF Battle Network elements
- Scope spans networking, C3, AI, cloud, and digital engineering capabilities
- Work covers fixed, mobile, and edge environments across all security levels
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- None.
News Market Reaction – SAIC
In the Jun 9 session, SAIC gained 0.78%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 03 | Defense contract win | Positive | +1.2% | Navy awards SAIC a $50.6M torpedo defense services task order. |
| Jun 01 | Earnings results | Positive | +10.4% | Q1 FY2027 results with raised guidance and solid bookings/backlog. |
| May 29 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +0.5% | Board declares $0.37 per share cash dividend with quarterly intent. |
| May 19 | Earnings call notice | Neutral | +1.5% | Schedules June 1, 2026 earnings release and webcast-only call. |
| May 05 | Charity partnership | Positive | -1.3% | Co-hosts fundraiser supporting mortgage-free homes for injured veterans. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent SAIC headlines, particularly contract wins and earnings, have generally seen positive next-day price reactions, with only a charity-related news item coinciding with a decline.
Over the past month, SAIC has reported several notable developments. On June 1, 2026, Q1 FY2027 results showed $1.91 billion in revenue, $115 million net income, and raised guidance, with a 10.44% positive reaction. A $50.6 million Navy torpedo defense task order on June 3 and a quarterly dividend of $0.37 per share also saw modest gains. Earlier, an earnings call scheduling release and a veteran-focused charity event produced smaller, mixed moves. Today’s Air Force contract win adds to this string of defense-oriented awards.
Key Terms
combined joint all domain command and control (cjadc2) technical
ai technical
optical transport networks (otn) technical
software-defined wide area networking technical
cross-domain solutions technical
cloud-enabled infrastructure technical
digital engineering technical
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Company will build a modernized digital backbone that arms warfighters with real-time data to help them fight and win
RESTON, Va., June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital transformation leader Science Applications International Corp. (NASDAQ: SAIC) has been awarded a leading position on the U.S. Department of the Air Force (DAF) Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Digital Infrastructure Network Developer program, a multiple-award contract with an estimated value of
This work advances the vital DAF Battle Network program while accelerating the delivery of the Department of War’s Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) infrastructure.
Digital infrastructure is foundational to modern warfighting as it provides real-time data that accelerates decision-making. Under this new contract, SAIC will lead the design, development, and deployment of significant elements of the DAF Battle Network. It will strengthen seamless C3 at all echelons – tactical, operational, strategic – within warfighting domains across air, land, space, maritime, and cyber, at all levels of security, and through full phases of force employment from competition to combat.
“We’re honored to help the Air Force build a modernized digital backbone that arms warfighters with real-time data to help them fight and win now and into the future,” said Vinnie DiFronzo, SAIC Executive Vice President of Air Force, Space, and Intelligence Business Group. “Delivering the right data to the right warfighter at the right time is vital work that enables integrated full domain and partner nation operations securely and at mission speed. We will integrate data across all classification levels and domains to give warfighters a clear decision advantage when it matters most.”
With proven ability to modernize complex Air Force and military systems with open architecture solutions, SAIC was awarded this contract for its expertise in networking, C3, AI, cloud, and digital engineering. SAIC will deliver connected and mission-aligned capabilities across fixed, mobile, and edge environments. The technical scope includes scalable and resilient optical transport networks (OTN), software-defined wide area networking, cross-domain solutions, data distribution, and cloud-enabled infrastructure integration.
A trusted strategic partner, SAIC will also team with leading network and original equipment manufacturer companies to integrate best-in-breed commercial and emerging technologies, while accelerating AI deployment to the frontline. By rapidly fielding intelligent tools, military forces can compress targeting cycles, enhance operational speed, and provide faster decisions that ultimately increase combat effectiveness and secure a vital edge over adversaries.
About SAIC
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately
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