V2X to Sustain Electronic Warfare Systems for U.S. Air Force
V2X (NYSE: VVX) has secured a $21 million firm-fixed-price contract to sustain avionics and electronic warfare systems for the U.S. Air Force. The contract focuses on maintaining AN/ALQ-172 and AN/ALQ-161 components for the B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B, and C-130 fleet.
The AN/ALQ-172 system provides multi-threat countermeasures against various radar threats, while the AN/ALQ-161 system has undergone continuous upgrades since the 1980s to counter evolving electronic threats. The work will be performed at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia and Indianapolis, Indiana, with completion expected in 2029.
CEO Jeremy C. Wensinger emphasized the company's dual mission of enhancing legacy systems with cost-effective solutions while ensuring aircrew safety in evolving threat environments.
V2X (NYSE: VVX) ha ottenuto un contratto a prezzo fisso di 21 milioni di dollari per sostenere i sistemi avionici e di guerra elettronica per l'Air Force degli Stati Uniti. Il contratto si concentra sulla manutenzione dei componenti AN/ALQ-172 e AN/ALQ-161 per la flotta dei B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B e C-130.
Il sistema AN/ALQ-172 fornisce contromisure multi-minaccia contro varie minacce radar, mentre il sistema AN/ALQ-161 ha subito continui aggiornamenti sin dagli anni '80 per affrontare le minacce elettroniche in evoluzione. Il lavoro sarà svolto presso la Robins Air Force Base in Georgia e a Indianapolis, Indiana, con completamento previsto nel 2029.
Il CEO Jeremy C. Wensinger ha sottolineato la doppia missione dell'azienda di migliorare i sistemi ereditati con soluzioni economiche, garantendo al contempo la sicurezza degli equipaggi in ambienti di minaccia in evoluzione.
V2X (NYSE: VVX) ha conseguido un contrato a precio fijo de 21 millones de dólares para mantener los sistemas de aviónica y guerra electrónica para la Fuerza Aérea de los EE. UU. El contrato se centra en el mantenimiento de los componentes AN/ALQ-172 y AN/ALQ-161 para la flota de B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B y C-130.
El sistema AN/ALQ-172 proporciona contramedidas multiamenaza contra diversas amenazas de radar, mientras que el sistema AN/ALQ-161 ha sido objeto de actualizaciones continuas desde la década de 1980 para contrarrestar las amenazas electrónicas en evolución. El trabajo se realizará en la Base de la Fuerza Aérea Robins en Georgia e Indianapolis, Indiana, con finalización prevista para 2029.
El CEO Jeremy C. Wensinger enfatizó la doble misión de la empresa de mejorar los sistemas heredados con soluciones rentables, al mismo tiempo que garantiza la seguridad de la tripulación en entornos de amenazas en evolución.
V2X (NYSE: VVX)는 미국 공군의 항공 전자기기 및 전자전 시스템을 유지하기 위해 2천 1백만 달러의 고정 가격 계약을 체결했습니다. 이 계약은 B-52 스트래토포트리스, B-1B 및 C-130 함대의 AN/ALQ-172 및 AN/ALQ-161 구성 요소 유지 관리에 중점을 두고 있습니다.
AN/ALQ-172 시스템은 다양한 레이더 위협에 대한 다중 위협 대응 조치를 제공하며, AN/ALQ-161 시스템은 1980년대 이후로 진화하는 전자 위협에 대응하기 위해 지속적인 업그레이드를 거쳤습니다. 작업은 조지아주 로빈스 공군 기지와 인디애나주 인디애나폴리스에서 수행되며, 2029년에 완료될 예정입니다.
CEO 제레미 C. 웬싱거는 진화하는 위협 환경에서 비행 승무원의 안전을 보장하는 동시에 비용 효율적인 솔루션으로 기존 시스템을 개선하는 회사의 이중 임무를 강조했습니다.
V2X (NYSE: VVX) a obtenu un contrat à prix fixe de 21 millions de dollars pour maintenir les systèmes d'avionique et de guerre électronique pour l'Armée de l'air des États-Unis. Le contrat se concentre sur la maintenance des composants AN/ALQ-172 et AN/ALQ-161 pour la flotte des B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B et C-130.
Le système AN/ALQ-172 fournit des contre-mesures multi-menaces contre diverses menaces radar, tandis que le système AN/ALQ-161 a subi des mises à jour continues depuis les années 1980 pour contrer les menaces électroniques en évolution. Le travail sera effectué à la base aérienne de Robins en Géorgie et à Indianapolis, Indiana, avec une achèvement prévu en 2029.
Le PDG Jeremy C. Wensinger a souligné la double mission de l'entreprise d'améliorer les systèmes hérités avec des solutions rentables tout en garantissant la sécurité des équipages dans des environnements de menaces en évolution.
V2X (NYSE: VVX) hat einen Festpreisvertrag über 21 Millionen Dollar zur Unterstützung von Avionik- und elektronischen Kampfsystemen für die US-Luftwaffe gesichert. Der Vertrag konzentriert sich auf die Wartung der AN/ALQ-172- und AN/ALQ-161-Komponenten für die B-52 Stratofortress, B-1B und C-130-Flotte.
Das AN/ALQ-172-System bietet Mehrbedrohungs-Gegenmaßnahmen gegen verschiedene Radarbedrohungen, während das AN/ALQ-161-System seit den 1980er Jahren kontinuierlich aktualisiert wurde, um sich entwickelnden elektronischen Bedrohungen entgegenzuwirken. Die Arbeiten werden auf der Robins Air Force Base in Georgia und in Indianapolis, Indiana, durchgeführt, mit einer Fertigstellung, die für 2029 erwartet wird.
CEO Jeremy C. Wensinger betonte die doppelte Mission des Unternehmens, bestehende Systeme mit kosteneffizienten Lösungen zu verbessern und gleichzeitig die Sicherheit der Besatzung in sich entwickelnden Bedrohungsumgebungen zu gewährleisten.
- Secured new $21 million U.S. Air Force contract
- Contract extends through 2029, providing long-term revenue visibility
- Strengthens position in electronic warfare systems maintenance market
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The contract's focus on electronic warfare systems maintenance demonstrates V2X's essential role in maintaining critical defense capabilities. The AN/ALQ-172 and AN/ALQ-161 systems are sophisticated electronic warfare suites that require specialized expertise, creating high barriers to entry and helping protect V2X's market position. This type of work typically leads to follow-on contracts and establishes long-term relationships with military customers.
The four-year contract duration through 2029 provides stable, predictable revenue streams - a characteristic highly valued in the defense sector. The work spans multiple aircraft platforms (B-52, B-1B, and C-130), diversifying V2X's program exposure and reducing platform-specific risks.
In the broader context of defense modernization, this contract positions V2X advantageously in the electronic warfare segment, which is experiencing increased focus due to evolving global threats. The ability to maintain and upgrade legacy systems cost-effectively is particularly valuable as military budgets face constraints while requiring continued operational effectiveness.
From an investor perspective, this contract reinforces V2X's position in a specialized market niche with high technical barriers and strong customer relationships. The company's focus on sustaining and enhancing legacy systems represents a pragmatic approach to defense contracting, as modernization of existing platforms often provides better return on investment than new system development.
As global forces continue to refine their electronic warfare capabilities, V2X's work ensures that
V2X's expertise in sustaining and enhancing these complex avionics plays a crucial role in extending the lifespan and effectiveness of legacy aircraft and their mission systems.
"Our mission is twofold: enhancing the capabilities of legacy systems with cost effective and technology driven solutions, and more importantly, ensuring the safety of B-52, B-1, and C-130 aircrews in an ever-evolving threat environment," said Jeremy C. Wensinger, President and Chief Executive Officer of V2X. "This contract reinforces our commitment to delivering and sustaining cutting-edge battlefield solutions that protect warfighters and maintain combat readiness."
Work under this contract will be performed at Robins Air Force Base,
About V2X
V2X builds innovative solutions that integrate physical and digital environments by aligning people, actions, and technology. V2X is embedded in all elements of a critical mission's lifecycle to enhance readiness, optimize resource management, and boost security. The company provides innovation spanning national security, defense, civilian, and international markets. With a global team of approximately 16,000 professionals, V2X enables mission success by injecting AI and machine learning capabilities to meet today's toughest challenges across all operational domains.
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