Amentum Secures $279 Million U.S. Air Force Contract to Deliver Critical Airfield Management Solutions

CHANTILLY, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) a leading provider of global engineering and innovative technology solutions, was awarded a $279 million contract by the U.S. Air Force to provide aviation operations solutions across the Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central). This contract underscores Amentum’s commitment to enhancing the U.S. military’s mission readiness and operational success worldwide.

“Amentum’s proven expertise in delivering large-scale, complex operations in challenging environments makes us the best partner for the U.S. Air Force on this critical mission,” said Dr. Karl Spinnenweber, President, Mission Solutions Business Group at Amentum. “As the global landscape evolves, Amentum will ensure the United States Air Force is equipped with the infrastructure and operational excellence necessary to support their complex and dynamic mission.”

Amentum will deliver cutting-edge solutions for airfield management, air traffic control, and critical maintenance services. Additionally, the company will provide its industry-leading solutions at vital military installations across Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Domestically, Amentum will deliver solutions at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina and Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Virginia, showcasing Amentum’s capability to seamlessly operate both abroad and within the United States.

“This program leverages Amentum’s ability to integrate our advanced technologies into maintenance and operations systems to modernize and enhance key solutions for the Air Force,” said Joe Kelly, SVP, Sustainment and Analytics Business Line at Amentum. “With this contract, we continue to demonstrate our expertise to deliver advanced mission readiness globally, ensuring our forces have the reliable support they require.”

The contract includes a one-year base period and six one-year option periods, extending the potential period of performance through October 2031. This long-term partnership not only underscores Amentum’s enduring role in supporting U.S. defense initiatives but also reinforces the company’s leadership in delivering high-quality, mission focused solutions.

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