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Leonardo DRS Subsidiary Secures $51M Navy Contract Modification for Ship Self Defense System Engineering Support

DRS Laurel Technologies, a Leonardo DRS subsidiary, has landed a $51 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy to provide engineering support for the Ship Self Defense System. Ship Self Defense System Support Contract Scope The Department of Defense said Monday the firm-fixed-price modification to a previously awarded contract covers the procurement of other direct costs and […] More

by Miles Jamison May 14, 2025, 10:47 am
in DOD, News, Technology

SciTec Broadens Footprint to Advance Defense, Space-Based Tech Development

SciTec has added new office space across all its operating sites in Colorado, Ohio and three other states to improve collaboration with government and industry partners, accommodate its increasing workforce and accelerate development in areas that are key to U.S. defense and space operations. Addressing Demand for National Security Platforms Through Expanded Footprint “We are […] More

by Jane Edwards May 14, 2025, 10:42 am
in Artificial Intelligence, News

Tricentis Report Highlights AI-Driven Software Quality Enhancements

Tricentis has released its 2025 Quality Transformation Report, which highlights the need for scalable automated testing approaches to strengthen software development and delivery in the public sector. Software Quality Issues Highlight Needs The continuous testing and quality engineering company said Tuesday it surveyed 250 public sector technology professionals, revealing the costly impact of poor software quality […] More

by Miles Jamison May 13, 2025, 11:12 am
in Artificial Intelligence, News

Carahsoft’s Mike Adams Provides Highlights From National Lab Tech Summit

Representatives from national laboratories across the United States showcased advancements in artificial intelligence, high-performance computing cybersecurity, automation and cloud migration at the recent National Laboratories Information Technology Summit. In a blog post published Friday, Mike Adams, senior sales director and artificial intelligence and big data solutions leader at Carahsoft, identified the top themes and technologies […] More

by Elodie Collins May 13, 2025, 10:55 am
in Executive Moves, News

Orbit Fab Adds 2 Defense Space Leaders to Advisory Board

In-space refueling systems developer Orbit Fab has appointed U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Jody Merritt and Roger Teague, a retired USAF major general, as members of its advisory board. “Jody and Roger have spent their careers delivering breakthrough space capabilities for the warfighter,” Orbit Fab CEO Daniel Faber said in a statement published Tuesday. “Their experience […] More

by Jane Edwards May 13, 2025, 10:54 am
in Contract Awards, DOD, News

SSC Awards 2 Contracts for Joint Antenna Marketplace Prototype

The Space Systems Command has selected Boecore, doing business as Auria, and Sphinx Defense to develop a secure cloud-based Joint Antenna Marketplace, or JAM, prototype that connects satellite operations centers to commercial and government antennas. Sphinx Defense received a $9.5 million contract while Auria secured an $8.1 million contract to deliver their versions of the […] More

by Derrick Henry May 13, 2025, 10:41 am
in DOD, News, Technology

Nokia Provides Marine Corps With Tactical Communications Technology

Nokia has delivered its Banshee tactical private wireless technology to the U.S. Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity. The milestone highlights a long-term collaboration with the Marine Corps to test and refine new communication technologies that meet its mission requirements, Nokia said Monday. The effort advances the military branch’s commitment to provide secure communications for […] More

by Derrick Henry May 13, 2025, 8:22 am
in Executive Moves, News

Guidehouse Names John Morris as Global Health Segment Leader

Guidehouse has appointed John Morris to lead its global health segment, bringing decades of experience in healthcare transformation to the role. Morris’ Responsibilities Morris will oversee strategy, innovation and growth across the firm’s provider, payer, life sciences and government health practices, the global consulting firm said Monday. Morris will also focus on expanding the firm’s use of […] More

by Kacey Roberts May 13, 2025, 7:50 am
in Intelligence, News

Cubic & HawkEye 360 Partner to Boost Tactical GEOINT Platform

Cubic Digital Intelligence has integrated HawkEye 360’s advanced radiofrequency data and analytics into its Tactical Assault Kit – Timely Imagery Content Service, or TAKTICS, platform. Partnership Details HawkEye 360’s space-based RF geolocation data enhances land and maritime situational awareness and now integrates with TAKTICS for daily threat detection updates, CDI said Monday. The integration enables TAKTICS to […] More

by Kacey Roberts May 13, 2025, 7:36 am
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Contract Modification Extends GDIT Work on Navy Personnel Management Platform

General Dynamics Information Technology will continue providing sustainment support for the U.S. Navy’s online personnel management platform under a $49.1 million modification to a previously awarded contract. The cost-plus-fixed-fee contract involves support for the Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System, or NSIPS, and the incorporation of pay capabilities into the Navy Personnel and Pay platform, the […] More

by Arthur McMiler May 13, 2025, 6:35 am
in Executive Moves, News

Viasat Board of Directors Adds William LaPlante, Michael Paull

Viasat has added to its board of directors three-time Wash100 winner Willian LaPlante, former undersecretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment at the Department of Defense, and Michael Paull, the CEO of RBmedia. In a statement issued Monday, Mark Dankberg, Viasat CEO and board chairman, conveyed delight in LaPlante’s and Paull’s acceptance of their appointments. […] More

by Arthur McMiler May 13, 2025, 5:08 am
in Acquisition & Procurement, Cybersecurity, DOD, News

Navy to Test Zero Trust Capabilities for Integration Into Flank Speed

The Department of the Navy is planning to conduct autonomous penetration testing of over 100 zero trust capabilities to determine which of them should be integrated within Flank Speed, the Navy’s single enterprise Microsoft 365 solution that provides productivity tools, collaboration tools and OneDrive storage. The initiative was discussed during the 2025 AFCEA TechNet Cyber, […] More

by Kristen Smith May 12, 2025, 11:10 am