The U.S. Space Force has awarded initial contracts for prototypes under the Golden Dome missile defense program, a spokesperson for the military branch has confirmed.
The Space Force spokesperson confirmed the awards but did not name the contractors, saying that deals below $9 million do not need to be publicly disclosed.
“The selection process was robust and thorough,” a Space Force statement sent to news outlets said. It is looking to “lead a fast-paced effort in partnership with industry to develop, demonstrate and deliver prototype interceptors.”
The contracts will fund the development of competing prototypes for phase interceptors that will shoot down a missile as it enters space, and the fire control stations to coordinate the signals from satellites and help interceptors launch and find their targets….
Space Force Awards Initial Golden Dome Missile Prototype Contracts
