KBR Secures Contract with MDA for SHIELD Initiative
HOUSTON, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) proudly announces its recent award for a seat on the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) contract. This Multiple-Award, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract has a ceiling value of $151 billion and encompasses a wide array of work areas designed to enhance defense capabilities for the U.S. military.
Details of the MDA SHIELD Contract
The SHIELD contract aims to facilitate the rapid delivery of innovative capabilities, allowing the U.S. warfighter to operate with improved speed and agility. The award highlights KBR's dedication to providing mission-ready solutions across critical domains, including land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.
With decades of experience in systems engineering and integration, KBR is adept at reducing costs and accelerating the deployment of scalable solutions to bolster the defense landscape.
KBR's Statement on the Award
Mark Kavanaugh, President of Defense, Intelligence and Space at KBR, commented, “We are proud to collaborate with the Missile Defense Agency to support its next generation missile defense mission and its critical role under the Golden Dome for America initiative.” He also noted that the contract will serve various Department of War organizations, enhancing their operational capabilities.
Kavanaugh emphasized, “This award highlights KBR’s role as a technology leader and architecture design agent, delivering advanced defense solutions and AI-enabled capabilities that ensure mission success for the warfighter.”
KBR's Expertise in Defense Solutions
As a reputable solutions provider, KBR integrates both commercial and non-commercial technologies across classified and unclassified domains. The company is recognized for its innovation in missile defense systems and employs cutting-edge technologies such as:
- Artificial intelligence
- Machine learning
- Digital engineering
- Open systems architectures
- Virtual prototyping
- Model-based systems engineering
- Agile development processes
This technical prowess enables KBR to expedite the development, fielding, and maintenance of advanced defense capabilities essential for national security.
About KBR
KBR delivers comprehensive science, technology, and engineering solutions to clients globally, employing approximately 37,000 personnel across more than 80 countries. The company's commitment to innovation and excellence ensures it provides valuable services and long-term operations that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
For more information, visit www.kbr.com.
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Contact Information
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