AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder
Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
Program facts
- Program number
- 442
- Short name
- AIM-9X Blk II
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT IC
- Acquisition status
- Active
- Lead component
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Department of the Navy
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 83
- Contract obligations
- $6,921,701,541 Since fiscal year 2015
- More information
Program details come from the Department of Defense's acquisition program list. Contract figures come from SAM.gov (formerly FPDS).
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2026 | $1,113,449,471 |
| FY2025 | $1,324,586,527 |
| FY2024 | $812,119,217 |
| FY2023 | $813,348,144 |
| FY2022 | $275,766,172 |
| FY2021 | $340,849,422 |
| FY2020 | $453,986,617 |
| FY2019 | $896,197,603 |
| FY2018 | $34,578,960 |
| FY2017 | $271,095,214 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raytheon Company | $6,907,563,190 | |
| 2 | Raytheon Company | $13,209,831 | |
| 3 | Northrop Grumman Systems Corp | $743,700 | |
| 4 | Alliant Techsystems Operations LLC | $184,820 |
Contract awards
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About this program
The AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder (AIM-9X Blk II) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) managed by the U.S. Naval Air Systems Command under acquisition category IC. It is a triple-threat missile system capable of air-to-air, surface-attack, and surface-launch missions. The program represents a significant evolution of the Sidewinder missile family, incorporating advanced guidance and control capabilities through components like modernized inertial measurement units (IMUs) and integrated electrical assemblies.
Contract awards under this program primarily consist of production, sustainment, and logistics support activities, with values ranging from small delivery orders of a few thousand dollars to major production contracts exceeding $1 billion. Raytheon Company's Missile Systems division serves as the primary prime contractor, with recurring contracts for missile production, component repairs, spare parts, and integrated logistics support. Notable subcontractors include L3Harris Fuzing And Ordnance Systems, Alliant Techsystems Operations (ATK), and various specialized component manufacturers. The majority of work is performed in Tucson, Arizona, with additional activities in Keyser, West Virginia. Contracts are typically structured as either firm-fixed-price or cost-plus-fixed-fee vehicles, with no small business set-aside designations observed. The Naval Air Systems Command and Defense Contract Management Agency are the primary contracting agencies, with contract periods typically ranging from 1-5 years.
Quick answers
What is AIM-9X Blk II?
AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder (AIM-9X Blk II) is a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) led by the Department of the Navy. It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT IC. Its acquisition status is active.
How much has AIM-9X Blk II obligated on contracts?
83 contract awards are coded to AIM-9X Blk II, and their actions have obligated $6,921,701,541 since fiscal year 2015.
Who are the top contractors on AIM-9X Blk II?
The contractors obligated the most on AIM-9X Blk II contracts are Raytheon Company ($6,920,773,021 across 2 registrations), Northrop Grumman Systems Corp ($743,700) and Alliant Techsystems Operations LLC ($184,820).
How much did AIM-9X Blk II obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to AIM-9X Blk II obligated $1,324,586,527 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for AIM-9X Blk II?
The latest contract award coded to AIM-9X Blk II is N0001926F0206, awarded to Raytheon Company on March 18, 2026.
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