SAN DIEGO, July 10, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS ), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced today that it has received a $6.3 million contract award for specialized products and hardware in support of a CBRNE Program from a national security related customer.  Kratos Modular Systems Division (KMSD) will perform the work under this new contract award at a secure manufacturing facility.  KMSD is a leading provider of specialized hardware, products and systems in support of Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Combat, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Systems, including for missile defense, electromagnetic rail gun and directed energy programs.  Due to customer related and other considerations, no additional information will be provided related to this contract award.

Tom Mills, President of KMSD, said, “Our entire organization is committed to the rapid development, demonstration and fielding of affordable, innovative and technology leading systems and solutions in support of our customers mission critical national security requirements and programs.”

About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS ) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies and commercial enterprises.  Kratos is changing the way breakthrough technology for these industries are rapidly brought to market through proven commercial and venture capital backed approaches, including proactive research and streamlined development processes.  Kratos specializes in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, hypersonic systems, training and combat systems. For more information go to www.kratosdefense.com .

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