The U.S. Army has awarded Dynetics a $617 million production contract for its Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) Increment 2 systems, marking a significant step toward expanding layered air defense capabilities. The agreement includes delivery of launchers, retrofit prototype systems, all-up-round magazines, training simulators, weight-representative devices, contractor logistics support, initial spare parts, and engineering services. Specific work locations and funding allocations will be determined per order, with overall completion scheduled by November 30, 2029.
This contract builds on a larger $4.1 billion award granted to Dynetics in 2024, covering low-rate initial production, full-rate production, and support services. An earlier tranche worth up to $204 million supported the low-rate production of 18 launchers. The latest award—encompassing hardware, training, and sustainment—indicates a transition toward full-rate production.
IFPC Increment 2 is designed to close the gap between short-range air defense and higher-tier systems such as the Patriot missile system. While Increment 1 focused on countering rockets, artillery, and mortars, Increment 2 expands the mission to include cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems. Each IFPC platoon consists of four ground-based launchers integrated with at least one AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel radar through the Integrated Battle Command System.
The system is built for interoperability with assets like Patriot and the Lower Tier Air and Missile Defense Sensor, forming a layered shield to defend high-value fixed and semi-fixed sites against diverse aerial threats. Currently, it uses AIM-9X Sidewinder interceptors, with development underway for a more advanced missile capable of engaging low-flying, supersonic cruise threats.
