QinetiQ US Secures $26 Million in Naval Defense Contracts with General Dynamics Electric Boat for Next-Generation Submarine Systems

Multi-year agreement strengthens QinetiQ's position in naval defense systems with critical components for Virginia and Columbia class submarines

MCLEAN, Va., July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- QinetiQ US secures approximately $26 million in subcontracts from General Dynamics Electric Boat to deliver key electrical and electromechanical systems for the U.S. Navy's Virginia and Columbia class submarine programs.

Under these contracts, QinetiQ US will build, test and deliver complex electrical and electromechanical systems that enable critical onboard operations. These specialized components play vital roles in performance and mission effectiveness.

"These awards highlight Electric Boat's confidence in QinetiQ's engineering expertise, manufacturing capability and our role within the Navy submarine industrial base to deliver mission-critical systems for the nation's fleet," said Tom Vecchiolla, President and Chief Executive of QinetiQ US. "Our technical solutions support enhanced operational capabilities for these advanced submarines, enabling the U.S. Navy's undersea dominance."

The Virginia and Columbia class submarines represent the current and future of the U.S. Navy's undersea warfare capabilities. The Virginia class is a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine designed to excel in littoral and deep-water missions, while the Columbia class will replace the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines as a critical component of the nation's nuclear deterrent.

Production of all electrical and electromechanical systems will take place at QinetiQ's US-based manufacturing facilities with deliveries scheduled throughout the period of performance.

About QinetiQ US 

QinetiQ US is a leading defense and national security company providing mission-led, customer-focused engineering and innovative solutions for next-generation ISR, advanced cyber technology, mission operations, and multi-domain autonomous systems to deliver a decisive and actionable information advantage and counter near-peer adversaries. 

As a provider of secure, technologically advanced services and products to the U.S. Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Intelligence Community, and other national security agencies, QinetiQ US is committed to closely partnering with our customers to enable them to deploy new and enhanced capabilities that protect lives and our nation's vital interests. 

QinetiQ US operates under a Special Security Agreement (SSA) with the U.S. Government. As the U.S. subsidiary of QinetiQ Group plc, we maintain independent governance and oversight to protect classified information and ensure full compliance with U.S. national security requirements. For more information, visit www.us.QinetiQ.com

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