Joint Strike Missile
Acquisition Plan (AP)
Program facts
- Program number
- E10
- Short name
- JSM
- Acquisition pathway
- Major Capability Acquisition (MCA)
- Acquisition category
- ACAT III
- Acquisition status
- Active
- Lead component
-
Air Force
Department of Defense
- Contract awards
- 4
- Contract obligations
- $837,318,277 Since fiscal year 2024
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 | $627,132,736 |
| FY2025 | $107,185,537 |
| FY2024 | $103,000,004 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS | $836,979,317 | |
| 2 | BAE Systems Information And Electronic Systems Integration Inc. | $338,960 |
Contract awards
| Award | Awarded | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| Joint strike missile engineering and test support | $7,101,200 | |
| Joint strike missile lot 2 and option lot 3 | $620,031,548 | |
| Navstrike GPS receiver | $338,960 | |
| Joint strike missile (JSM) production lot 1 | $209,846,578 |
About this program
The Joint Strike Missile (JSM) is a Category III Major Defense Acquisition Program operating under the Major Capability Acquisition pathway. The program is designated as an Acquisition Plan within the Department of Defense's acquisition framework, focusing on missile system development and procurement. Its scope encompasses the production and delivery of advanced missile systems, though specific operational capabilities are not detailed in the available documentation.
The program's most recent contract activity includes a $138.4 million firm-fixed-price definitive contract awarded to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS for JSM Production Lot 1. The contract, awarded by the U.S. Air Force, obligates $103 million initially and extends through August 2027. Kongsberg, a Norwegian-based defense manufacturer, has established itself as a significant contractor across multiple Department of Defense agencies, including the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Defense Logistics Agency, primarily supplying remote weapon systems, spare parts, and associated support services. The contract was awarded without set-aside provisions, indicating full and open competition. Contract execution appears to be primarily performed by Kongsberg's facilities, though specific places of performance are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation.
Quick answers
What is JSM?
Joint Strike Missile (JSM) is a DoD acquisition program led by the Air Force. DoD lists its program type as Acquisition Plan (AP). It follows the Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) pathway and is ACAT III. Its acquisition status is active.
How much has JSM obligated on contracts?
4 contract awards are coded to JSM, and their actions have obligated $837,318,277 since fiscal year 2024.
Who are the top contractors on JSM?
The contractors obligated the most on JSM contracts are Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS ($836,979,317) and BAE Systems Information And Electronic Systems Integration Inc. ($338,960).
How much did JSM obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Contracts coded to JSM obligated $107,185,537 in fiscal year 2025.
What is the latest contract award for JSM?
The latest contract award coded to JSM is FA868126CB003, awarded to Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace AS on January 30, 2026.
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