# US Space Force Awards L3Harris $150M MOSSAIC Contract

The U.S. Space Force awarded L3Harris Technologies a **$150 million** contract in April 2026 under the Maintenance of Space Situational Awareness Integrated Capabilities (MOSSAIC) program to modernize and sustain critical ground-based space surveillance systems. This contract enhances sensor and command-and-control capabilities to improve space domain awareness and early threat detection, continuing a multi-year partnership that supports U.S. military space defense infrastructure. The modernization effort aligns with broader Space Force initiatives to strengthen space situational awareness and maintain technological superiority in space operations.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant investment in ground system modernization, signaling ongoing opportunities in space defense technology upgrades.
- The contract reinforces L3Harris's role as a prime contractor in space situational awareness, highlighting the importance of integrated sensor and command systems.
- Companies specializing in space surveillance, sensor technology, and command-and-control solutions may find increased demand for their capabilities.
- This award reflects the Space Force's strategic focus on enhancing space domain awareness, which may influence future procurement priorities and technology requirements.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** April 10, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Space Force (USSF)
- Space Development Agency (SDA)
- Joint Task Force-Space Defense

### Vendors
- L3Harris Technologies (prime contractor)
- Northrop Grumman (awardee)

### Key Quotes
> MOSSAIC underscores the confidence Space Force places in our ability to deliver advanced capabilities that strengthen space domain awareness.
> — Jeff Hanke, President of Space Systems for L3Harris Space & Mission Systems

### Sources
- [L3Harris to Modernize Space Force Ground Systems Under $150M MOSSAIC Contract - GovCon Wire](https://www.govconwire.com/articles/l3harris-150m-space-force-mossaic-contract) - GovCon Wire
- [US Space Force Awards L3Harris $150M to Modernize Space Surveillance](https://thedefensepost.com/2026/04/10/us-l3harris-space-surveillance) - The Defense Post