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Satellite   Space Force   Space Defense & Militarization  
Breaking Defense • Theresa Hitchens

Space Force awards five companies contracts to demonstrate Space Data Network interoperability

The Space Force has selected five companies for new awards intended to demonstrate how multiple satellite networks can connect to its emerging Space Data Network. The effort focuses on interoperability across diverse networks as the service develops a more integrated space-based communications architecture.

2026-08-17T06:19:47.656195-07:00
Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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FlightGlobal • Ryan Finnerty

USAF designates GE-Kratos engine as F143 and awards initial production contract

By FlightGlobal: The 800lbf (3.5kN)-thrust turbofan will be used to power Lockheed's JASSM cruise missile. A small, low-cost turbofan jointly developed by GE Aerospace and Kratos has received a production contract from the US Air Force (USAF).

2026-08-17T08:50:09.894042-07:00
Leadership   L3Harris   Defense Industry & Major Contractors  
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L3Harris ousts CEO Kubasik over conduct breach, names insider Mehta as replacement

By Reuters: L3Harris Technologies said on Monday Chairman and CEO ‌Christopher Kubasik had left the company after a board investigation found he had engaged in conduct inconsistent with the defense contractor's code of conduct, sending its shares down 2.5% in early morning trading.

Also: Bloomberg, Defense One and Seeking Alpha
2026-08-17T05:06:39.097415-07:00