Provide rapid global space-based intercept capability against ballistic missiles in all flight phases. Integrate with ground radars and command centers into a unified air and missile defense system.
OTA contracts to 12 firms April 2026. Prototypes 2028. Full constellation by mid-2030s.
Updated Apr 2026Checked 11 Oct0 updates this week
Radars and infrared sensors detect and track missiles. Homeland Defense and space-based sensors feed data to command centers.
Fire control computes intercept courses. Target data goes to nearest interceptor satellites for autonomous intercept within minutes.
Hit-to-kill vehicles use direct collision to destroy targets. No nuclear warheads; eliminates warhead concerns and reduces debris.
| Spec | Golden Dome Space-Based Interceptor Constellation |
|---|---|
| Space-based interceptor prototype awards | Up to $3.2 billionR (reported) |
R reported by the company
US Space Force
Military spaceflight, missile defense, satellite operations
The US Space Force is the military service branch that organizes, trains, and equips space forces. It develops and operates satellite systems, rockets, and space defense capabilities, including the Golden Dome space-based interceptor program for midcourse missile defense.
