Raytheon UK awarded UK Space Agency contract to deliver orbital analyst capability

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Raytheon UK (NYSE: RTX) has been awarded a contract by the UK Space Agency to provide orbital analysts in support of the UK Space Domain Awareness mission, announced 4 November 2025. The team will use Raytheon UK's NORSSTrack software to map and track satellites, monitor potential collisions and debris, assess re-entries and deliver data for operational decision-making. Analysts will be based at the National Space Operations Centre facility at Royal Air Force Base High Wycombe and will support the centre's analysis and response capability.

The contract reinforces Raytheon UK's ongoing partnership with the UK Space Agency and its investment in space domain awareness talent and technology, positioned to support national and allied space resilience.

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Raytheon UK's analysts will support decision-making and situational awareness in space

LONDON, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon UK, part of RTX's (NYSE: RTX) Raytheon business, has been awarded a contract to provide orbital analysts in support of the UK's Space Domain Awareness mission.

Under the contract, the UK Space Agency will gain access to Raytheon UK's NORSSTrack software, which enhances orbital analysis and operational responsiveness by mapping and tracking satellites, monitoring potential collisions and debris, assessing re-entries and providing critical data for decision-making.

The analysts will be based at a National Space Operations Centre facility at Royal Air Force Base High Wycombe, delivering an analysis and response capability that underpins the UK's growing leadership in space operations.

"Our orbital analysts are among the most capable in the industry," said James Gray, chief executive and managing director of Raytheon UK. "We've invested heavily in developing this talent, particularly in the North-East, as part of our continued support of space domain awareness."

Space domain awareness remains a vital national capability, ensuring the UK can operate safely, securely and confidently in an increasingly contested space environment. As highlighted in the UK's Strategic Defence Review, it is central to protecting critical space assets and strengthening resilience across government, defence and industry.

"Our continued partnership with Raytheon allows us to deliver key components of the National Space Operations Centre operations, analysis and response capability - clearly signalling our commitment to safeguarding UK and allied interests in an increasingly complex orbital environment," said Angus Stewart, head of the National Space Operations Centre.

Raytheon UK's continued partnership with the UK Space Agency, and investment in this strategically important domain, will help to ensure the country remains at the forefront of global leadership in space operations and innovation.

About Raytheon UK  
With over 2,000 employees in the UK, Raytheon UK is a major supplier and systems integrator to the UK Ministry of Defence that designs, develops and manufactures defence and space products. The company is also a leading provider of training transformations services and continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across the country. Raytheon UK is part of RTX's Raytheon business.  

About RTX   
RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.  

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FAQ

What did Raytheon UK announce on November 4, 2025 regarding a UK Space Agency contract (RTX)?

Raytheon UK announced it was awarded a contract to provide orbital analysts and access to NORSSTrack for the UK Space Domain Awareness mission.

Where will the Raytheon UK orbital analysts be based under the UK Space Agency contract (RTX)?

Analysts will be based at the National Space Operations Centre facility at Royal Air Force Base High Wycombe.

What capabilities does Raytheon UK’s NORSSTrack software provide for the UK Space Agency (RTX)?

NORSSTrack maps and tracks satellites, monitors potential collisions and debris, assesses re-entries, and provides data for operational decision-making.

How does the Raytheon UK contract affect the UK’s space domain awareness (RTX)?

The contract adds analyst and software capacity to the National Space Operations Centre, supporting operational responsiveness and resilience for UK and allied assets.

Does the announcement provide contract value or timeline details for Raytheon UK’s work with the UK Space Agency (RTX)?

No specific contract value or multi-year timeline was disclosed in the announcement.