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Javelin Next-Generation Seeker Development

US Army contract to Kratos to develop a next-generation infrared seeker for the FGM-148 Javelin missile system.

US Army DEVCOM C5ISR Center contract to Kratos Defense & Security Solutions to develop a next-generation infrared seeker for the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile, replacing obsolete guidance-section microelectronics to support a surge to ~3,960 missiles/year. Work performed at Kratos's Advanced Manufacturing Center in Birmingham, AL. Kratos builds the seeker subcomponent only — the overall Javelin program remains a Lockheed Martin–RTX joint venture.

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US Army DEVCOM C5ISR Center
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Not disclosed
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2026-08-06
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What is the Javelin Next-Generation Seeker Development contract?
US Army DEVCOM C5ISR Center contract to Kratos Defense & Security Solutions to develop a next-generation infrared seeker for the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile, replacing obsolete guidance-section microelectronics to support a surge to ~3,960 missiles/year. Work performed at Kratos's Advanced Manufacturing Center in Birmingham, AL. Kratos builds the seeker subcomponent only — the overall Javelin program remains a Lockheed Martin–RTX joint venture.
Which agency awarded the Javelin Next-Generation Seeker Development contract?
The Javelin Next-Generation Seeker Development contract was awarded by US Army DEVCOM C5ISR Center.

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    Kratos receives US Army contract to develop a next-generation seeker for the Javelin missile system

    Kratos Defense (Official): Kratos Receives U.S. Army Contract to Develop a Next-Generation Seeker for the Javelin Missile System
    Verified2026-08-06
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    Independent corroboration of Kratos Javelin seeker contract

    Army Recognition: Kratos US Army Javelin Seeker Upgrade Ukraine War
    Verified2026-08-06