TUCSON, Ariz. – Raytheon, an RTX business, was awarded a $1.1 billion contract from the U.S. Navy to produce AIM-9X Block II missiles. This is the largest contract awarded for the program and will increase production to 2,500 missiles per year.
Barbara Borgonovi, president of Naval Power at Raytheon, said “This award represents a historic milestone for the AIM-9X program, further emphasizing its importance to the U.S. and partnered nations. Through our partnership with the U.S. Navy, we are well-positioned to support this increased demand.”
AIM-9X is the most advanced infrared-tracking, short-range, air-to-air and surface-to-air missile that is combat proven in several theaters around the world. It is configured for easy installation on a wide range of modern aircraft and provides proven layered defense with ground-launched capabilities, including the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System, or NASAMS.
A U.S. Navy-led joint program with the U.S. Air Force, AIM-9X is used by over 30 allied and partner nations.