$87M Navy Contract Extends V2X's Role in F/A-18 Modernization
Event summary
- $87 million firm-fixed-price contract awarded to V2X for SUU-79 pylon sustainment.
- Work supports F/A-18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft mission readiness.
- Contract spans August 2026 through January 2030, performed in Indianapolis.
- V2X has maintained these systems since the 1980s.
The big picture
This contract underscores the Navy's focus on extending the operational life of existing platforms amid budget constraints and modernization priorities. V2X's long-standing relationship with these aircraft systems positions it as a key player in defense sustainment, though competition for similar contracts remains intense.
What we're watching
- Execution Risk
- Whether V2X can deliver advanced repair techniques on schedule.
- Market Positioning
- How this contract reinforces V2X's role in legacy aircraft modernization.
- Industry Trends
- The pace at which defense contractors secure similar sustainment contracts.