# Serco Acquires QinetiQ U.S. Business

Serco Inc. agreed on November 12, 2026, to acquire QinetiQ’s U.S. business for $292 million, subject to regulatory approvals, with closing expected in the first quarter of 2027. The transaction would add about 800 employees and expand Serco’s engineering, program-management, naval, space, and operational capabilities. QinetiQ US supports work connected to the Space Development Agency’s low Earth orbit satellite architecture, Customs and Border Protection, and the Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle effort. This is a corporate acquisition, not a government contract award, but it could affect incumbent and subcontractor relationships and strengthen Serco’s position in future defense and space competitions.

- Contractors supporting affected programs should evaluate potential changes to teaming, subcontracting, and program interfaces as the transaction proceeds; closing remains subject to regulatory approvals.
- The expanded company expects to pursue larger opportunities in space systems, missile defense, mission support, and equipment solutions, potentially increasing competition for firms pursuing those requirements.
- QinetiQ US is expected to contribute $370 million in 2027 revenue. Procurement teams and industry stakeholders can use the announced acquisition and existing program work as context when assessing market capacity and competition.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** November 13, 2026

### Government Entities
- Space Development Agency (SDA)
- U.S. Army (Army)
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

### Vendors
- Serco Inc. (acquirer)
- QinetiQ US (acquisition target)
- QinetiQ Group PLC (seller)

### Key Quotes
> Our customers increasingly need partners that can bring together technology, engineering expertise, and operational delivery to solve more complex mission requirements.
> — Barbara Supplee, CEO of Serco North America

> QinetiQ US brings strong customer relationships, in-demand capabilities and around 800 skilled colleagues supporting critical missions, and I am proud that they are joining our team.
> — Anthony Kirby, CEO of Serco Group plc

### Sources
- [Serco Group’s U.S. Business To Acquire QinetiQ’s U.S. Business For $292 Million - Defense Daily](https://www.defensedaily.com/serco-groups-u-s-business-to-acquire-qinetiqs-u-s-business-for-292-million/international) - Defense Daily
- [Serco Inc. Strikes $292M Deal for QinetiQ US Business](https://www.govconwire.com/articles/serco-inc-qinetiq-us-acquisition-292m-space-naval) - GovCon Wire
- [Serco prioritizes defense, space in $292M QinetiQ US acquisition - Washington Technology](https://www.washingtontechnology.com/companies/2026/11/serco-prioritizes-defense-space-292m-qinetiq-us-acquisition/417179) - Washington Technology