Which agency awarded the Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract?

The Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract was awarded by Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) / U.S. Air Force under a Task order under the JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ vehicle.

How much is the Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract worth?

The Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract has a value of $80.5M, awarded on 2026-07-15.

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Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order

First task order under AeroVironment's $500M JIATF-401 IDIQ; Titan MS counter-UAS system for Air Force base defense, with Teledyne FLIR Defense supplying Argus XL sensors.

First task order under AeroVironment's $500M JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ, covering the Titan MS counter-UAS system for Air Force base defense. Teledyne FLIR Defense supplies Argus XL multi-sensor detection hardware for the system. Publicly reported only as 'late July 2026' — exact award date not yet confirmed against a primary source.

Award detail

Agency: Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) / U.S. Air Force
Award ID
Ceiling value: $80.5M
Vehicle: Task order under the JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ
Awarded: 2026-07-15
Period of performance ends

Recipient1

CompanyAeroVironmentProvider of tactical unmanned aircraft systems and loitering munitions for defense customers.

Known subcontractors1

CompanyTeledyne FLIR DefenseDefense-focused sensor and counter-UAS technology division; supplies thermal/multi-sensor systems including the Argus XL counter-drone sensor.

Programs1

ProgramJIATF-401 Domestic ShieldDoD-led counter-UAS initiative defending U.S. military installations, borders, and critical infrastructure from drone threats; stood up 2025 in place of the Joint Counter-small UAS Office.

Frequently asked

What is the Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract?: First task order under AeroVironment's $500M JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ, covering the Titan MS counter-UAS system for Air Force base defense. Teledyne FLIR Defense supplies Argus XL multi-sensor detection hardware for the system. Publicly reported only as 'late July 2026' — exact award date not yet confirmed against a primary source.
Which agency awarded the Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract?: The Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract was awarded by Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) / U.S. Air Force under a Task order under the JIATF-401 Domestic Shield IDIQ vehicle.
How much is the Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract worth?: The Titan MS Air Force Base Defense Task Order contract has a value of $80.5M, awarded on 2026-07-15.

Sources & citations2

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AeroVironment locks in $80.5M Titan MS task order for Air Force base defense under its $500M Domestic Shield IDIQ
Inside Unmanned Systems: AeroVironment Locks in $500 Million Domestic Shield IDIQ, Books First $80.5 Million Titan Task Order for Air Force Base Defense
Verified2026-07-01
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Teledyne FLIR Defense receives significant order to support AV's Titan MS counter-UAS solution for JIATF-401, supplying Argus XL sensors
Teledyne FLIR: Teledyne FLIR Defense Receives Significant Order to Support AV's Titan MS Counter-UAS Solution for JIATF-401
Verified2026-07-01