Kratos Defense & Security Solutions‘ (NASDAQ: KTOS) Herley Industries subsidiary will provide critical microwave components to a U.S. defense contractor.
Herley will manufacture specialized microwave components including flight termination receivers and beacon transponders for use in a missile defense program.
Manufacturing for the $3.9 million contract will take place in Lancaster, Pa. and Fort Walton Beach, Fla.
“Missile defense programs remain some of the most critical national security priorities for the U.S., ” said Kratos’ president and CEO Eric Demarco. “Kratos is extremely proud to be supporting these high-value programs through the design and manufacturing of critical specialized components.”
