Boeing has been awarded $2.7 billion in multiyear contracts to manufacture seeker components for the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missile, the cornerstone of the US Army’s air and missile defense arsenal. The seeker acts as the PAC-3’s precision guidance system, enabling the interceptor to identify, track, and destroy ballistic and cruise missiles using a hit-to-kill mechanism.
Under the agreements, Boeing will supply seeker assemblies and related hardware for both the US Army and international operators of the Patriot system. The company stated that the long-term contracts will sustain a consistent production tempo and ensure steady delivery of critical guidance components as global demand for the Patriot interceptor grows.
The work will take place at Boeing’s Huntsville, Alabama, and Nashville, Tennessee facilities, which specialize in precision electronics and guided-missile technologies. Boeing described the award as a vital contribution to maintaining the readiness of US and allied air defense systems at a time when missile threats continue to evolve worldwide.
The contracts align with ongoing efforts to modernize the Patriot defense network. In September, the US Army granted Lockheed Martin a $9.8-billion order for new PAC-3 missiles to bolster inventories for both domestic and allied forces. The latest PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement variant delivers greater range, improved maneuverability, and superior target tracking. Countries including Germany, Poland, Japan, and South Korea have already adopted or placed new orders for the system, while Raytheon continues to upgrade radar, launcher, and command-and-control components to enhance overall network efficiency.
