MDA SPACE SELECTED BY BAE SYSTEMS FOR U.S. SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND MEO EPOCH 2 CONSTELLATION
Rhea-AI Summary
MDA Space (TSX/NYSE: MDA) has been selected by BAE Systems to design and build antennas and control electronics for the U.S. Space Systems Command MEO EPOCH 2 missile warning and tracking constellation.
The contract, added to MDA Space's backlog in Q1 FY 2026, is expected to be completed in 2027.
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Positive
- New contract added to MDA Space backlog in Q1 fiscal 2026
- Selection by BAE Systems for SSC MEO EPOCH 2 constellation
- Follow-on work building on EPOCH 1 and SDA Tranche 0, 1, 2 programs
- Contract work scheduled through 2027, supporting multi-year revenue visibility
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News Market Reaction – MDA
On the day this news was published, MDA gained 0.99%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 08 | Manufacturing expansion | Positive | +1.1% | Opened 185,000-sq-ft high-volume satellite manufacturing facility in Montréal. |
| May 07 | AGM results | Neutral | +1.1% | Annual meeting approvals, directors elected, auditor appointed, say-on-pay passed. |
| May 07 | Q1 2026 earnings | Positive | +6.4% | Strong Q1 growth and reaffirmed 2026 guidance with large backlog and liquidity. |
| May 05 | CHORUS early demand | Positive | -1.2% | Announced 9 contracts and 32 LOIs for MDA CHORUS data ahead of launch. |
| Apr 20 | OneWeb antennas order | Positive | -2.3% | Repeat Airbus order for hundreds of antennas for OneWeb constellation extension. |
Recent news and earnings have often been positive, but price reactions have been mixed, with both gains and selloffs on contract and program wins.
Over the past months, MDA has combined strong financial performance with expanding space infrastructure and constellation contracts. Q1 2026 results on May 7 showed revenue of CA$464.1M and backlog of CA$3.7B, which was followed by a 6.43% gain. Other contract and program updates, such as the OneWeb antenna order on April 20, saw negative price reactions despite positive operational news. Today’s U.S. missile warning constellation award continues this theme of growing defense and space engagements.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement adds another U.S. national security satellite program to MDA’s portfolio, extending its role from low Earth orbit constellations into the MEO EPOCH 2 missile warning architecture. The work, already in backlog since Q1 2026 and scheduled through 2027, complements recent manufacturing expansion and prior constellation contracts. Investors monitoring the story may focus on how this award supports backlog durability, factory utilization, and alignment with the company’s reaffirmed 2026 guidance.
Key Terms
medium Earth orbit technical
low Earth orbit technical
space development agency technical
proliferated warfighter space architecture technical
hypersonic weapons technical
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TORONTO, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA) (NYSE: MDA), a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has been selected by BAE Systems, Inc. (NYSE: BAESY) as part of the
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This award is a continuation of previous work by MDA Space on the Space Development Agency's low Earth orbit Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 0, 1 and 2 Transport and Tracking layers, and the SSC's EPOCH 1 constellation, for multiple prime contractors.
"Being tapped by BAE Systems for the SSC's missile warning satellite constellation affirms our capabilities in delivering reliable satellite solutions for critical defence missions," said Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space. "As governments worldwide boost their national security spending and invest in the space domain, our robust product portfolio, expertise and advanced high-volume production infrastructure set MDA Space apart to meet the growing demand and keep our partners safe today and into the future."
The contract was added to MDA Space's backlog in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, and the work is expected to be completed in 2027.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, which reflects MDA Space's current expectations regarding future events. Such forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, the ultimate completion of work and delivery of goods to MDA Space's customer and the conversion of backlog into revenue in connection with this contract. Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by MDA Space in light of management's experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate, and are subject to risks and uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of MDA Space to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including without limitation the risks and uncertainties detailed under the "Risk Factors" section of MDA Space's annual information form dated March 4, 2026.
Although MDA Space believes that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect and there can be no assurance that actual results will be consistent with the forward-looking statements. There are a number of additional risks and uncertainties affecting or that could affect MDA Space, which could cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those described in, expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements or information included within this press release. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release. Except as required by law, MDA Space is not under any obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
ABOUT MDA SPACE
Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA; NYSE:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global defence and space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission — bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that's been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For more information, visit mda.space.
ABOUT BAE SYSTEMS
BAE Systems, Inc.and our nearly 41,500 people are part of a global defense, aerospace, and security company with more than 110,000 employees worldwide. We design, build and deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, sea, space and cyberspace, as well as advanced electronics, intelligence, security, information technology solutions and support services. Our dedication shows in everything we do for our customers. Guided by a performance-driven culture of innovation and collaboration, our ambitious teams push the limits of possibility to protect those who protect us.
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