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Kratos to Supply Engines for Boeing JDAM LR Program

August 24, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Kratos to supply J85 engines for Boeing JDAM LR program.
U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing $75 million contract.
JDAM LR has 300 nautical mile range and 500-pound payload.
Kratos expanding production capacity for Spartan engines.

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Strategic Implications

This partnership may indicate growing demand for precision-guided munitions, suggesting a shift in military procurement priorities. Kratos' engine production could strengthen its position as a key supplier to major defense contractors, which may benefit the company's long-term growth prospects.

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What Happened

Kratos Supports Boeing Munition Production with Spartan Engines

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has announced it will supply TDI-J85 engines to support Boeing’s Joint Direct Attack Munition Long Range (JDAM LR) production program. The U.S. Air Force recently awarded Boeing a $75 million Undefinitized Contract Action for the JDAM LR, a precision-guided munition capable of traveling over 300 nautical miles with a 500-pound payload. Kratos is expanding its production capacity for Spartan engines, with a 22,500-square-foot facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan, fully operational for high-volume production. This development was first reported by an unknown source.

Source | Originally Published: August 24, 2026

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