Space Exploration Technologies Government Contracts
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. · UEI C6M7C2FLKER5 · Hawthorne, CA
Space Exploration Technologies government contracts totaled $9.4B across 179 awards from FY2024 to FY2026. Obligations were down 1.7% in FY2026 versus FY2025, while the Department of Defense was the largest buyer, receiving $5.7B, or 61% of the total for this period.
Key figures
In FY2026, contract obligations were $2,958,276,188 across 83 awards with activity that year, a change of -1.7% from $3,009,914,691 in FY2025. From FY2024 to FY2026, obligations totaled $9,369,124,689 across 179 awards.
- Obligated in FY2026
- $3B
- Awards in FY2026
- 83
- Change vs FY2025
- -1.7%
- Total, FY2024 to FY2026
- $9.4B
Note: FY2026 ended on Sep 30, 2026. The Department of Defense publishes contract data with a 90-day delay, so FY2026 totals may still rise as late reports arrive.
Space Exploration Technologies federal contracts by year
Space Exploration Technologies federal contract obligations per fiscal year (October to September). The table below lists the same numbers.
| Fiscal year | Obligated | Awards | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $2,958,276,188 | 83 | -1.7% |
| FY2025 | $3,009,914,691 | 91 | -11.5% |
| FY2024 | $3,400,933,810 | 95 | n/a |
About Space Exploration Technologies's federal contracts
Space Exploration Technologies's federal contract obligations fell 13% from FY2024 ($3.4B) to FY2026 ($3B). FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
Space Exploration Technologies works for at least 10 federal agencies. The largest customer is the Department of Defense with 61% of its contract dollars, followed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (39%).
Its main line of government work is nonscheduled chartered freight air transportation (NAICS 481212), 50% of its federal contract dollars.
The states with the most Space Exploration Technologies contract work are California, Florida and Maryland; California alone accounts for 71%.
Which agencies award Space Exploration Technologies contracts
Federal agencies ranked by contract dollars obligated to Space Exploration Technologies Corp.. Space Exploration Technologies DoD contracts account for 61% of its federal contract dollars.
| # | Agency | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of Defense | $5,694,838,526 | 60.8% |
| 2 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $3,654,330,708 | 39.0% |
| 3 | Department of State | $17,101,446 | 0.2% |
| 4 | Department of Homeland Security | $1,535,997 | <0.1% |
| 5 | Department of Justice | $900,000 | <0.1% |
| 6 | Department of the Interior | $317,588 | <0.1% |
| 7 | Department of Transportation | $45,000 | <0.1% |
| 8 | Department of Commerce | $36,000 | <0.1% |
| 9 | Environmental Protection Agency | $13,000 | <0.1% |
| 10 | Department of Veterans Affairs | $6,425 | <0.1% |
Space Exploration Technologies contracts by industry (NAICS)
The industry codes on Space Exploration Technologies's contracts with the government, ranked by dollars.
| # | Industry | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air TransportationNAICS 481212 | $4,680,827,807 | 50.0% |
| 2 | Guided Missile and Space Vehicle ManufacturingNAICS 336414 | $2,454,672,831 | 26.2% |
| 3 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)NAICS 541715 | $1,180,679,060 | 12.6% |
| 4 | Satellite TelecommunicationsNAICS 517410 | $1,035,531,808 | 11.1% |
| 5 | Engineering ServicesNAICS 541330 | $12,933,558 | 0.1% |
| 6 | Custom Computer Programming ServicesNAICS 541511 | $3,846,350 | <0.1% |
| 7 | Space Research and TechnologyNAICS 927110 | $310,500 | <0.1% |
| 8 | Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment ManufacturingNAICS 334220 | $120,000 | <0.1% |
| 9 | Telecommunications ResellersNAICS 517121 | $60,927 | <0.1% |
| 10 | Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesNAICS 541690 | $52,560 | <0.1% |
Where Space Exploration Technologies contract work is performed
States ranked by contract dollars, using the place of performance on each award.
| # | State | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $6,686,611,536 | 71.4% |
| 2 | Florida | $1,962,491,430 | 20.9% |
| 3 | Maryland | $470,939,441 | 5.0% |
| 4 | Texas | $239,990,030 | 2.6% |
| 5 | Ohio | $1,200,000 | <0.1% |
| 6 | Virginia | $685,582 | <0.1% |
| 7 | District of Columbia | $424,999 | <0.1% |
| 8 | Wyoming | $45,000 | <0.1% |
| 9 | Oregon | $36,000 | <0.1% |
| 10 | Alaska | $25,968 | <0.1% |
Companies similar to Space Exploration Technologies
Other federal contractors whose largest industry is also Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (NAICS 481212), ranked by total contract dollars.
| # | Contractor | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United Launch Services, LLC | $2,483,704,157 |
Recent Space Exploration Technologies contract awards
The latest Space Exploration Technologies contract awards, newest first. Each award ID links to its record on USAspending.gov.
| Start date | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Department of StatePERU - SPACE X STARLINK | $4,956,290 | 19AQMM26C1195 |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE | $77,250 | 19TX1026F0130 |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Department of Homeland SecuritySTARSHIELD SERVICE TOKENS | $1,500,000 | 70B02C26P00000448 |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE | $0 | 19TX1026F0129 |
| Sep 21, 2026 | Department of StateINTERNET SERVICE | $64,500 | 19ER1026P0163 |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE - GLOBAL PRIORITY | $36,050 | 19TX1026P0332 |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE (NEC SDA FLOOR4) GLOBAL PRIORITY | $42,887 | 19TX1026P0304 |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE (NEC SDA FLOOR1) GLOBAL PRIORITY | $45,629 | 19TX1026P0303 |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE TBASHY1 RESIDENTIAL GLOBAL PRIORITY 08/26-10/26 | $46,113 | 19TX1026P0302 |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Department of StateSTARLINK SERVICE 08/26-10/26 | $45,468 | 19TX1026P0301 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Department of JusticeSPACEX SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS | $900,000 | 15F06726F0001198 |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Department of DefenseSPRINGER HBTSS DE-ORBIT TEST EVENT | $310,500 | N0017326PX002 |
| Jun 29, 2026 | Department of DefensePHASE 3 LANE 2 AWARD FEE | $19,400,000 | FA881126FB018 |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Department of DefenseSTARSHIELD - LOW EARTH ORBIT COMSATCOM ( | $56,131 | HC106426F0032 |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Department of DefenseWHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATIONS AGENCY (WHCA) STARLINK GSA ORDER - CSS0144 | $685,582 | FA254126FB078 |
| Jun 17, 2026 | Department of DefensePROLIFERATED LOW EARTH ORBIT BEST EFFORT 05 PROGRAM | $68,432,940 | FA254126FB066 |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Department of DefenseSTARLINK GENERATION 3 TERMINALS | $37,397 | HC106426F0026 |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Department of DefenseNATIONAL SECURITY SPACE LAUNCH PHASE 3 LANE 2 PROCUREMENT | $84,266,404 | FA881126FB008 |
| May 22, 2026 | Department of DefensePLEO WARRIOR PLAN SUPPORT: SECURE GLOBAL SATCOM VIA POOLED STARSHIELD SERVICE. ENHANCED FEATURES, SECURITY, AND CENTRAL MANAGEMENT FOR ALL MISSIONS. | $131,787,000 | FA254126FB015 |
| May 4, 2026 | Department of DefenseNATIONAL SECURITY SPACE LAUNCH (NSSL) PHASE 3 LANE 2 LAUNCH SERVICES PROCUREMENT | $170,267,970 | FA881126FB011 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | Department of DefenseLINK-182 DESIGN AND DEMONSTRATION | $57,303,302 | FA881926CB002 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | Department of DefenseTHE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS TO PROVIDE STARLINK LOCAL PRIORITY SERVICE FOR THE WHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATIONS AGENCY (WHCA). | $130,579 | FA254126FB055 |
| Apr 8, 2026 | Department of DefenseNSSL PHASE 3 LANE 2 EXECUTION | $1,320,700 | FA881126FB013 |
| Apr 7, 2026 | Department of DefenseWALKMAN RADIOS TO SUPPORT MISSION CRITICAL PROJECTS. | $120,000 | N6660426P0165 |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Department of DefenseFA8811-25-D-B002 NSSL PHASE 3 LANE 2 LAUNCH SERVICES FOR USSF-206 | $142,189,654 | FA881126FB005 |
Subcontracting opportunities with Space Exploration Technologies
Large prime contractors such as Space Exploration Technologies buy goods and services from smaller firms for parts of their government contracts. If you work in the same industries or states, Space Exploration Technologies is a possible teaming partner: read its recent contract awards above, then contact its small business or supplier diversity office with your capability statement.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does Space Exploration Technologies make from government contracts?
- Space Exploration Technologies Corp. received $9.4B in federal contract obligations from FY2024 to FY2026, across 179 contract awards. In FY2026 alone it received $3B. Figures are federal contract obligations reported on USAspending.gov.
- Which agency spends the most with Space Exploration Technologies?
- The Department of Defense obligated $5.7B to Space Exploration Technologies from FY2024 to FY2026, 61% of its federal contract dollars.
- What does Space Exploration Technologies do for the government?
- By contract dollars, Space Exploration Technologies's largest federal contract industries are nonscheduled chartered freight air transportation (NAICS 481212), guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing (NAICS 336414) and research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) (NAICS 541715).
- Where does Space Exploration Technologies perform its government contracts?
- By place of performance, the most Space Exploration Technologies contract dollars went to work in California ($6.7B), Florida ($2B) and Maryland ($471M).
- Are Space Exploration Technologies's government contracts growing?
- Space Exploration Technologies's federal contract obligations fell 13% from FY2024 ($3.4B) to FY2026 ($3B). FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
- How can a small business subcontract with Space Exploration Technologies?
- Look at the agencies and industries Space Exploration Technologies works in on this page, then contact its small business or supplier diversity office with a capability statement. Large prime contractors often have to meet small business subcontracting goals, and you will need a free SAM.gov registration.