Ursa Major Completes $25M SRM Pathfinder Program with U.S. Navy
Event summary
- $25M cost-share program concluded on schedule in February 2026, jointly funded by Ursa Major, U.S. Navy, and OSC.
- Ursa Major designed, manufactured, and static-fired an HLG 10-inch SRM prototype, meeting all performance objectives.
- Program refined the company's Lynx manufacturing process, reducing tooling costs and lead times for multiple motor variants.
- Collaboration with Naval research divisions streamlined development to align with operational needs.
The big picture
This program underscores the growing trend of public-private partnerships in modernizing defense manufacturing, with a focus on speed and surge capacity. The $25M investment reflects strategic priorities in hypersonics and missile systems, positioning Ursa Major as a key player in rebuilding domestic industrial capabilities.
What we're watching
- Scalability Proof
- Whether Ursa Major can sustain the pace of manufacturing expansion to meet U.S. Navy demand.
- Technical Validation
- How the success of this pathfinder program influences future defense contracts and funding.
- Industrial Base Impact
- The pace at which Ursa Major's modular manufacturing approach revitalizes the U.S. defense supply chain.