Key Takeaways
- KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions unit secured a $95 million Digital Engineering and Enterprise Decision Support (DEEDS) contract from the U.S. Space Force.
- The cost‑plus‑fixed‑fee (CPFF) agreement spans five years and will accelerate digital engineering, modeling, simulation, and analytics for space systems and warfighting technologies.
- Work will be performed at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Space Warfare Directorate.
- KBR will employ Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and advanced Modeling & Simulation (M&S) to deliver faster, analytics‑driven decision‑making (“Speed to Mission Impact℠”).
- Senior leadership emphasized the contract highlights KBR’s ability to move urgently, think strategically, and deliver trusted national‑security solutions.
- The award reinforces KBR’s decade‑long track record in digital engineering for critical defense and space missions.
- Forward‑looking statements in the release are subject to risks and uncertainties detailed in KBR’s SEC filings.
Overview of Contract Award
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC (KBR) announced on June 9, 2026 that its Mission Technology Solutions business has been awarded the $95 million Digital Engineering and Enterprise Decision Support (DEEDS) contract by the U.S. Space Force. The contract is a single‑award, cost‑plus‑fixed‑fee (CPFF) vehicle with a five‑year period of performance. It is designed to rapidly advance digital engineering capabilities that underpin the development of space systems and space warfighting technologies.
Contract Details & Scope
Under the DEEDS contract, KBR will support Space Force missions housed at the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Space Warfare Directorate. All work will be executed at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico. The scope includes rapid analysis, architecture development, requirements planning, and the integration of advanced software tools to enable faster, more resilient decision‑acquisition cycles for complex space missions.
Technical Approach & Capabilities
KBR will leverage Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and sophisticated Modeling and Simulation (M&S) techniques to accelerate technology maturation and operational readiness. This integrated approach delivers what KBR terms “Speed to Mission Impact℠,” providing actionable insight that enhances the relevance and timeliness of decisions for warfighters. By combining advanced software, systems engineering, simulation, and operations research, KBR aims to field critical space capabilities faster and with greater confidence.
Strategic Significance & Leadership Commentary
Jay Lennon, Senior Vice President of Mission Technology Solutions, commented that the award underscores KBR’s ability to move urgently, think strategically, and advance digital engineering solutions that drive mission outcomes. He emphasized that the contract will enable the Space Force to transition next‑generation space capabilities from concept to operational deployment more swiftly, thereby strengthening mission readiness in an evolving threat environment.
KBR’s Experience & Trusted Partner Role
KBR has been providing digital engineering and analysis for the nation’s most critical defense and space missions for over a decade. The DEEDS award further demonstrates the company’s differentiated technology expertise and deep mission‑domain knowledge across high‑priority government programs. This track record reinforces KBR’s reputation as a trusted partner in delivering national‑security solutions that combine innovation with reliability.
About KBR
KBR delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies worldwide. The firm employs roughly 36,000 people across more than 85 countries, with operations in over 28 nations. KBR prides itself on providing technology, value‑added services, and long‑term operations and maintenance that ensure consistent, predictable results for its customers. Its corporate motto, “At KBR, We Deliver,” captures the company’s commitment to mission success.
Forward‑Looking Statements Disclaimer
The press release contains forward‑looking statements concerning KBR’s digital engineering capabilities and future performance, which are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions beyond the company’s control. These statements may differ materially from actual results due to factors outlined in KBR’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10‑K, subsequent Form 10‑Qs and 8‑Ks, and other SEC filings. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date of the release. Except as required by law, KBR undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward‑looking information.
Contact Information
For investor inquiries, Rachael Goldwait, Vice President, Investor Relations, can be reached at 713‑753‑5082 or via email at [email protected]. Media representatives should contact Philip Ivy, Vice President, Global Communications and Marketing, at 713‑753‑3800 or [email protected].
Prepared from the KBR press release dated June 9, 2026.