KBR Secures $77 Million U.S. Space Force Contract

Contract to Advance Digital Engineering and Assured Communications

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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KBR, a global technology and engineering solutions provider, has been awarded a $77 million contract by the United States Space Force (USSF) to advance digital engineering capabilities and assured communications. The three-year contract will be carried out in Colorado Springs, Colorado and at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio.

Why it matters

This contract award highlights KBR's continued commitment to delivering innovative digital solutions and strengthening national defense capabilities for the U.S. Space Force and the broader Department of War. The focus on digital engineering and assured communications supports AFRL's modernization priorities and aligns with the Air Force and Department of War's digital transformation initiatives.

The details

Under the contract, KBR will conduct end-to-end experimentation across multiple systems, scale the capability to handle the volume and speed required for real-world mission operations, and collaborate with the Department of War and U.S. government to transition solutions onto digital infrastructures. KBR will deliver systems engineering, cybersecurity expertise, software development, and strategic communications to advance digital engineering for secure, scalable deployment across secure environments.

  • The contract will be carried out over a three-year period of performance.
  • KBR was awarded the contract on February 5, 2026.

The players

KBR

A global technology and engineering solutions provider that employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

United States Space Force (USSF)

The space service branch of the United States Armed Forces, which is responsible for space warfare operations.

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)

The scientific research organization of the United States Air Force and the United States Space Force.

Department of War (DoW)

A generic reference to the U.S. Department of Defense or other government agencies involved in national defense.

Mark Kavanaugh

KBR's President, Defense, Intel and Space.

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What they’re saying

“KBR's unwavering commitment to strengthening our nation's defense posture is reflected in this pivotal step to advance the Space Force's ability to operate securely and decisively in contested domains.”

— Mark Kavanaugh, KBR's President, Defense, Intel and Space (bakercityherald.com)

What’s next

The contract will focus on advancing digital engineering capabilities and assured communications to support AFRL's modernization priorities over the next three years.

The takeaway

This contract award demonstrates KBR's expertise in delivering innovative digital solutions and its commitment to supporting the U.S. Space Force and broader Department of Defense in their digital transformation initiatives, which are crucial for strengthening national defense capabilities in the modern era.