MDA Space has secured a contract from BAE Systems to provide critical payload technologies for the United States Space Systems Command’s MEO EPOCH 2 Constellation. As part of the broader U.S. multi-orbit missile defense architecture, Epoch 2 focuses on providing highly resilient warning and tracking capabilities against advanced ballistic and hypersonic weapons.
Enhancing Multi-Orbit Missile Defense
Under the new agreement, MDA Space will specifically design and manufacture antennas and antenna control electronics for the Resilient Missile Warning & Tracking satellites, which are being produced by BAE Systems for operation in Medium Earth Orbit.
Building on Previous Architectures
This selection marks a continuation of MDA Space’s established role in national security space infrastructure. The company has previously contributed to the Space Development Agency’s low Earth orbit Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture, including Tranches 0, 1, and 2 of the Transport and Tracking layers, as well as the initial SSC EPOCH 1 constellation for multiple prime contractors.
The upcoming Epoch 2 system is designed to elevate these existing capabilities, ultimately fielding a ten-satellite constellation in MEO to provide a more robust network and expanded global coverage against advanced threats.
Rapid Deployment and Commercial Integration
The integration of MDA Space’s advanced, high-volume production capabilities directly supports the Pentagon’s shift toward rapidly fielded, proliferated military space architectures. The contract has already been added to MDA Space’s backlog for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with the antenna and electronics work expected to be completed by 2027.
Mike Greenley, the Chief Executive Officer of MDA Space, emphasized that the company’s ability to leverage commercial innovation and robust production infrastructure sets it apart in meeting the growing demand driven by increased global national security space investments.
