Release – Kratos Air Wolf Tactical Drone System Completes Successful Flight at Burns Flat Oklahoma Range Facility


Kratos Air Wolf Tactical Drone System Completes Successful Flight at Burns Flat, Oklahoma Range Facility

 

SAN DIEGO
Aug. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider announced today that its Air Wolf Tactical Drone System completed a 100 percent successful flight at the recently approved 
Burns Flat, Oklahoma Range Facility.  
The Kratos Air Wolf Mission, which was the inaugural flight at the 
Burns Flat Range location, included multiple new payloads carried by the Air  Wolf Drone, including a proprietary Kratos artificial intelligence/autonomy system, which has been developed by Kratos specifically for high performance, jet drone aircraft. 

Air Wolf is one of several drones in Kratos’ family of affordable, high-performance jet drones that are flying today, also including the attritable UTAP-22 Mako, XQ-58A Valkyrie, and the reusable X-61A Gremlins drone with the Gremlins Program Prime being with Kratos’ strategic partner Dynetics.  The newly approved 
Burns Flat Test Range and Facility is an important new strategic asset available to Kratos, enabling Kratos to accelerate its drone testing and demonstration, further increasing Kratos’ ability to rapidly develop and demonstrate jet drones, supporting subsystems, and other tactical systems and aircraft.  For competitive, security and other considerations, no additional information will be provided regarding the successful Air Wolf flight and mission.

Steve Fendley, President of Kratos Unmanned Systems Division, said, “This successful Air Wolf flight at the recently approved 
Burns Flat Range facility is the latest example of the teaming approach Kratos routinely takes with its partners at the local, state and federal government levels with the objective of accelerating technology development and a focus on science, technology, engineering, and math advancement.  The Air Wolf drone system that successfully flew today demonstrated a number of new mission systems which we believe are operationally and tactically relevant for Kratos’ government customer set, as our proven commercial development approach and robust digital engineering, modeling and simulation capabilities, and affordability-focused processes continue to successfully rapidly deliver affordable high performance jet aircraft, not just models, surrogates, or renditions.”

Eric DeMarco, President and CEO of Kratos, said, “Kratos thanks  Senator Inhofe, the 
Federal Aviation Administration and all other government stakeholders in bringing the 
Burns Flat Range and Test facility to a reality, and we believe that 
Burns Flat will be an incredibly valuable asset to the 
State of Oklahoma and for companies like Kratos.  Kratos’ Ghost Works played an incredibly important role in today’s successful Air Wolf flight, and with our Valkyrie, Mako, Gremlin and Air Wolf drones, we believe that we are ready now, today, to meet our customers’ requirements with a family of affordable, high performance jet drones in the disposable, reusable and attritable classes.”

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. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we specialize in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, hypersonic systems, training, combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information, please visit www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 27, 2020, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
Yolanda White
858-812-7302 Direct

Investor Information:
877-934-4687
investor@kratosdefense.com

Source: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Kratos Air Wolf Tactical Drone System Completes Successful Flight at Burns Flat, Oklahoma Range Facility


Kratos Air Wolf Tactical Drone System Completes Successful Flight at Burns Flat, Oklahoma Range Facility

 

SAN DIEGO
Aug. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider announced today that its Air Wolf Tactical Drone System completed a 100 percent successful flight at the recently approved 
Burns Flat, Oklahoma Range Facility.  
The Kratos Air Wolf Mission, which was the inaugural flight at the 
Burns Flat Range location, included multiple new payloads carried by the Air  Wolf Drone, including a proprietary Kratos artificial intelligence/autonomy system, which has been developed by Kratos specifically for high performance, jet drone aircraft. 

Air Wolf is one of several drones in Kratos’ family of affordable, high-performance jet drones that are flying today, also including the attritable UTAP-22 Mako, XQ-58A Valkyrie, and the reusable X-61A Gremlins drone with the Gremlins Program Prime being with Kratos’ strategic partner Dynetics.  The newly approved 
Burns Flat Test Range and Facility is an important new strategic asset available to Kratos, enabling Kratos to accelerate its drone testing and demonstration, further increasing Kratos’ ability to rapidly develop and demonstrate jet drones, supporting subsystems, and other tactical systems and aircraft.  For competitive, security and other considerations, no additional information will be provided regarding the successful Air Wolf flight and mission.

Steve Fendley, President of Kratos Unmanned Systems Division, said, “This successful Air Wolf flight at the recently approved 
Burns Flat Range facility is the latest example of the teaming approach Kratos routinely takes with its partners at the local, state and federal government levels with the objective of accelerating technology development and a focus on science, technology, engineering, and math advancement.  The Air Wolf drone system that successfully flew today demonstrated a number of new mission systems which we believe are operationally and tactically relevant for Kratos’ government customer set, as our proven commercial development approach and robust digital engineering, modeling and simulation capabilities, and affordability-focused processes continue to successfully rapidly deliver affordable high performance jet aircraft, not just models, surrogates, or renditions.”

Eric DeMarco, President and CEO of Kratos, said, “Kratos thanks  Senator Inhofe, the 
Federal Aviation Administration and all other government stakeholders in bringing the 
Burns Flat Range and Test facility to a reality, and we believe that 
Burns Flat will be an incredibly valuable asset to the 
State of Oklahoma and for companies like Kratos.  Kratos’ Ghost Works played an incredibly important role in today’s successful Air Wolf flight, and with our Valkyrie, Mako, Gremlin and Air Wolf drones, we believe that we are ready now, today, to meet our customers’ requirements with a family of affordable, high performance jet drones in the disposable, reusable and attritable classes.”

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. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we specialize in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, hypersonic systems, training, combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information, please visit www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 27, 2020, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
Yolanda White
858-812-7302 Direct

Investor Information:
877-934-4687
investor@kratosdefense.com

Source: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS) – Skyborg: A Program of Record in 2023?

Thursday, August 19, 2021

Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS)
Skyborg: A Program of Record in 2023?

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a National Security technology provider with proprietary expertise in the area of unmanned aerial vehicles, electronics for missile defense systems, electronic warfare systems, satellite control and management systems and support services for emerging naval weapon systems. Commercial and state and local government revenues are about 25% of the total and comprise primarily of critical infrastructure monitoring and protection systems.

Joe Gomes, Senior Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Refer to the full report for the price target, fundamental analysis, and rating.

    Additional Funding. Earlier this week, the Fighters and Advanced Aircraft program executive office announced it had recently awarded contract options valued up to $13.2 million to Kratos (XQ-58A) and up to $7 million to General Atomics (MQ-20) to further the development of the Skyborg Vanguard. As with the initial funding from December, Kratos received significantly more funding than General Atomics. Notably, Boeing did not receive any additional funding.

    Moving to Program of Record? According to Brig. Gen. Dale White PEO for Fighters and Advanced Aircraft, “These contract actions, while tactical in nature, are strategically important to this Vanguard as we continue to discover and learn how we will employ this advance technology in the fight. The team has always been committed to transitioning Skyborg to a program of record, and we’ll be ready in …



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Release – Kratos Announces Continued Product Growth Supporting Virtualized Satellite Ground Systems

 


Kratos Announces Continued Product Growth Supporting Virtualized Satellite Ground Systems with Q2 Sales of OpenSpace quantum and SpectralNet Products

 

SAN DIEGO
Aug. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced today that in the second quarter of 2021 it delivered products supporting the satellite industry’s movement toward dynamic, virtualized ground systems to 23 customers around the globe. These included products in Kratos’ quantum® and SpectralNet® lines, both of which are part of its OpenSpace™ family of dynamic, virtual ground solutions.

Kratos’ OpenSpace quantum products offer software versions of satellite ground system components which traditionally have been implemented as hardware, such as modems and front-end processors (FEP), needed to communicate with the satellite or its payload. Kratos’ OpenSpace quantum products have been supporting satellite operators around the globe in tens of thousands of satellite passes per month.

Kratos’ OpenSpace SpectralNet products provide the on-ramp to modern virtual ground operations by reliably digitizing the Radio Frequency (RF) signals from the satellite into an Internet Protocol (IP) format that can be processed by digital systems running in cloud, on-prem and hybrid environments.

Sales of quantum and SpectralNet products in Q2 included international commercial customers as well as support for key 
U.S. defense and intelligence programs and government projects for other nations. Seven new customers bought products in the OpenSpace family in Q2 as well as 16 returning customers purchasing additional quantum and SpectralNet units.

According to Kratos Vice President of Space System Sales,  Mike Smith, “The OpenSpace quantum and OpenSpace SpectralNet product lines continue to make headway among satellite operators and communications service providers seeking to capitalize on the capabilities of virtual network environments to transform these critical operations. Even classified government programs have recognized the reliability and security of OpenSpace products.”

OpenSpace quantum products (referred to as Virtual Network Functions or VNFs) are not only less expensive than the hardware they replace, they operate at lower cost and with greater scalability to adapt more rapidly to changing missions and conditions. For example, where it can take weeks to deploy traditional ground system hardware, quantum VNFs can be deployed and configured to support different missions in just hours. Kratos’ OpenSpace Platform, the most advanced line in the OpenSpace family, can go even further, enabling satellite operators to deploy, configure and adapt entire networks in just minutes using its orchestrated software-defined network (SDN) architecture.

For more information on Kratos’ OpenSpace family of dynamic ground solutions including OpenSpace quantum and SpectralNet products, as well as the OpenSpace Platform, visit https://www.kratosdefense.com/openspace.

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, combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information go to www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended 
December 27, 2020, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the 
SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
Yolanda White
858-812-7302 Direct

Investor Information:
877-934-4687
investor@kratosdefense.com

Source: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

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Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $4.7 Million Contract with Channel Partner

Comtech Telecommunications announced that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, it was awarded a contract valued at up to $4.7 million with a channel partner

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Stem Holdings, Inc. d/b/a Driven By Stem Announces Record Sales and Gross Margin for the Third Quarter

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Kratos Announces Continued Product Growth Supporting Virtualized Satellite Ground Systems

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions announced that in the second quarter of 2021 it delivered products supporting the satellite industry’s movement toward dynamic, virtualized ground systems to 23 customers around the globe

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Kratos Announces Continued Product Growth Supporting Virtualized Satellite Ground Systems with Q2 Sales of OpenSpace quantum and SpectralNet Products

 


Kratos Announces Continued Product Growth Supporting Virtualized Satellite Ground Systems with Q2 Sales of OpenSpace quantum and SpectralNet Products

 

SAN DIEGO
Aug. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced today that in the second quarter of 2021 it delivered products supporting the satellite industry’s movement toward dynamic, virtualized ground systems to 23 customers around the globe. These included products in Kratos’ quantum® and SpectralNet® lines, both of which are part of its OpenSpace™ family of dynamic, virtual ground solutions.

Kratos’ OpenSpace quantum products offer software versions of satellite ground system components which traditionally have been implemented as hardware, such as modems and front-end processors (FEP), needed to communicate with the satellite or its payload. Kratos’ OpenSpace quantum products have been supporting satellite operators around the globe in tens of thousands of satellite passes per month.

Kratos’ OpenSpace SpectralNet products provide the on-ramp to modern virtual ground operations by reliably digitizing the Radio Frequency (RF) signals from the satellite into an Internet Protocol (IP) format that can be processed by digital systems running in cloud, on-prem and hybrid environments.

Sales of quantum and SpectralNet products in Q2 included international commercial customers as well as support for key 
U.S. defense and intelligence programs and government projects for other nations. Seven new customers bought products in the OpenSpace family in Q2 as well as 16 returning customers purchasing additional quantum and SpectralNet units.

According to Kratos Vice President of Space System Sales,  Mike Smith, “The OpenSpace quantum and OpenSpace SpectralNet product lines continue to make headway among satellite operators and communications service providers seeking to capitalize on the capabilities of virtual network environments to transform these critical operations. Even classified government programs have recognized the reliability and security of OpenSpace products.”

OpenSpace quantum products (referred to as Virtual Network Functions or VNFs) are not only less expensive than the hardware they replace, they operate at lower cost and with greater scalability to adapt more rapidly to changing missions and conditions. For example, where it can take weeks to deploy traditional ground system hardware, quantum VNFs can be deployed and configured to support different missions in just hours. Kratos’ OpenSpace Platform, the most advanced line in the OpenSpace family, can go even further, enabling satellite operators to deploy, configure and adapt entire networks in just minutes using its orchestrated software-defined network (SDN) architecture.

For more information on Kratos’ OpenSpace family of dynamic ground solutions including OpenSpace quantum and SpectralNet products, as well as the OpenSpace Platform, visit https://www.kratosdefense.com/openspace.

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, combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information go to www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended 
December 27, 2020, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the 
SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
Yolanda White
858-812-7302 Direct

Investor Information:
877-934-4687
investor@kratosdefense.com

Source: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Release – Skyborg Vanguard Takes Next Steps Toward Program of Record


Skyborg Vanguard Takes Next Steps Toward Program of Record

 

Kratos and USAF Committed to Transitioning Skyborg to a Program of Record and Will Be Ready in 2023

SAN DIEGO
Aug. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider announced today that it remains committed to be ready for a 2023 Skyborg Vanguard Program of Record, echoing the commitment expressed by the 
U.S. Air Force in its 
August 16, 2021 update on the Skyborg program (Skyborg Vanguard takes next steps toward Program of Record > Air Force Life Cycle Management Center > Article Display (af.mil)).  Skyborg is an autonomy-focused capability developed to enable the 
Air Force to operate and sustain low-cost, teamed aircraft that can thwart adversaries with quick, decisive actions in contested environments. The program aims to enable airborne combat mass by building a transferable autonomy foundation for a family of layered, unmanned air vehicles. As designed, this foundation will deliver unmatched combat capability per dollar by lowering the barriers to entry for industry and allowing continuous hardware and software innovation in acquisition, fielding and sustainment of critical mission systems. During this effort, AFRL will prototype a suite of autonomy and unmanned system technologies equipped with capabilities that can support a range of 
Air Force missions.

To fast track this game-changing capability, the 
U.S. Air Force designated Skyborg as one of three Vanguard programs in 2019. These priority initiatives integrate several technology components across multiple domains to create complex, multidisciplinary solutions. Marked by an enterprise-wide commitment, Vanguards deliver advanced capabilities that transform future operations with cutting-edge technologies. As autonomy technology matures, Skyborg will bring cutting-edge capabilities to the fight at a faster pace and lower cost.

Steve Fendley, Kratos Unmanned Systems Division President, said, “The Kratos approach to developing and delivering attritable unmanned jet aircraft directly aligns with the USAF objectives from digital engineering development to affordable mass to distributed lethality. The Kratos Valkyrie was ready for its first flight of the full-scale aircraft system (note we rarely experiment with subscale prototypes because for integrated aircraft systems, scalability is not linear and therefore results in additional cost and schedule) in under 30 months from initial concept. Our approach is a tailored version of digital engineering/digital development specifically designed to support rapid and affordable physical system development. The process consists of a cyclical succession of digital design and digital analysis combined with rapid prototyping of high-risk elements, supported with both conventional and company-developed life-cycle digital toolsets. The XQ-58A Valkyrie exemplifies both the approach and result; a true attritable (cost, operational methods, and performance) unmanned jet aircraft system uniquely applicable to the Skyborg Vanguard requirements. The Skyborg program requirements are for, ‘autonomous, low-cost platforms to enable expeditionary operations that can generate massed combat power with minimal logistical footprints. Our demonstrated success in developing affordable unmanned jet aircraft systems includes over 10 different aircraft types for a range of tactical and target applications. For the Valkyrie and its multiple program opportunities, we leaned forward with internal funds and established an initial production run of 12 aircraft systems. These aircraft are coming off the line this year and next. Our unique position as a mid-tier system provider enables us to take these more commercial (versus conventional defense primes) approaches which benefit the 
DoD and demonstrate the speed that is achievable through leveraging the 
Silicon Valley approach to technology and system development.”

Eric DeMarco, Kratos President and CEO, said, “Kratos remains committed to supporting our partner’s, the 
United States Air Force, objective of transitioning Skyborg to a Program of Record in 2023 with the XQ-58 Valkyrie. Primary stated requirements for Skyborg Program Drones include runway independence, affordability, and that the actual to be fielded aircraft exists today, are not surrogates and will execute flights under the program this year, not at some future date. Kratos is currently satisfying the complete requirement set. We believe that Kratos’ demonstrated and proven ability to rapidly develop, demonstrate, and manufacture large quantities of high-performance jet drones at an affordable cost is consistent with our customer’s stated vision, and our entire organization is focused on successfully executing the mission.”

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. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we specialize in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, hypersonic systems, training, combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information, please visit www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of Kratos and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and Kratos undertakes no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although Kratos believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve many risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. For a further discussion of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to the business of Kratos in general, see the risk disclosures in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kratos for the year ended December 27, 2020, and in subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other filings made with the SEC by Kratos.

Press Contact:
Yolanda White
858-812-7302 Direct

Investor Information:
877-934-4687
investor@kratosdefense.com

Source: Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.

Skyborg Vanguard Takes Next Steps Toward Program of Record


Skyborg Vanguard Takes Next Steps Toward Program of Record

 

Kratos and USAF Committed to Transitioning Skyborg to a Program of Record and Will Be Ready in 2023

SAN DIEGO
Aug. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider announced today that it remains committed to be ready for a 2023 Skyborg Vanguard Program of Record, echoing the commitment expressed by the 
U.S. Air Force in its 
August 16, 2021 update on the Skyborg program (Skyborg Vanguard takes next steps toward Program of Record > Air Force Life Cycle Management Center > Article Display (af.mil)).  Skyborg is an autonomy-focused capability developed to enable the 
Air Force to operate and sustain low-cost, teamed aircraft that can thwart adversaries with quick, decisive actions in contested environments. The program aims to enable airborne combat mass by building a transferable autonomy foundation for a family of layered, unmanned air vehicles. As designed, this foundation will deliver unmatched combat capability per dollar by lowering the barriers to entry for industry and allowing continuous hardware and software innovation in acquisition, fielding and sustainment of critical mission systems. During this effort, AFRL will prototype a suite of autonomy and unmanned system technologies equipped with capabilities that can support a range of 
Air Force missions.

To fast track this game-changing capability, the 
U.S. Air Force designated Skyborg as one of three Vanguard programs in 2019. These priority initiatives integrate several technology components across multiple domains to create complex, multidisciplinary solutions. Marked by an enterprise-wide commitment, Vanguards deliver advanced capabilities that transform future operations with cutting-edge technologies. As autonomy technology matures, Skyborg will bring cutting-edge capabilities to the fight at a faster pace and lower cost.

Steve Fendley, Kratos Unmanned Systems Division President, said, “The Kratos approach to developing and delivering attritable unmanned jet aircraft directly aligns with the USAF objectives from digital engineering development to affordable mass to distributed lethality. The Kratos Valkyrie was ready for its first flight of the full-scale aircraft system (note we rarely experiment with subscale prototypes because for integrated aircraft systems, scalability is not linear and therefore results in additional cost and schedule) in under 30 months from initial concept. Our approach is a tailored version of digital engineering/digital development specifically designed to support rapid and affordable physical system development. The process consists of a cyclical succession of digital design and digital analysis combined with rapid prototyping of high-risk elements, supported with both conventional and company-developed life-cycle digital toolsets. The XQ-58A Valkyrie exemplifies both the approach and result; a true attritable (cost, operational methods, and performance) unmanned jet aircraft system uniquely applicable to the Skyborg Vanguard requirements. The Skyborg program requirements are for, ‘autonomous, low-cost platforms to enable expeditionary operations that can generate massed combat power with minimal logistical footprints. Our demonstrated success in developing affordable unmanned jet aircraft systems includes over 10 different aircraft types for a range of tactical and target applications. For the Valkyrie and its multiple program opportunities, we leaned forward with internal funds and established an initial production run of 12 aircraft systems. These aircraft are coming off the line this year and next. Our unique position as a mid-tier system provider enables us to take these more commercial (versus conventional defense primes) approaches which benefit the 
DoD and demonstrate the speed that is achievable through leveraging the 
Silicon Valley approach to technology and system development.”

Eric DeMarco, Kratos President and CEO, said, “Kratos remains committed to supporting our partner’s, the 
United States Air Force, objective of transitioning Skyborg to a Program of Record in 2023 with the XQ-58 Valkyrie. Primary stated requirements for Skyborg Program Drones include runway independence, affordability, and that the actual to be fielded aircraft exists today, are not surrogates and will execute flights under the program this year, not at some future date. Kratos is currently satisfying the complete requirement set. We believe that Kratos’ demonstrated and proven ability to rapidly develop, demonstrate, and manufacture large quantities of high-performance jet drones at an affordable cost is consistent with our customer’s stated vision, and our entire organization is focused on successfully executing the mission.”

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. At Kratos, affordability is a technology, and we specialize in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, hypersonic systems, training, combat systems and next generation turbo jet and turbo fan engine development. For more information, please visit www.KratosDefense.com.

Notice Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
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Release – Vectrus Announces Strong Second Quarter Results Increases Revenue and Adjusted Diluted EPS Guidance

 


Vectrus Announces Strong Second Quarter Results; Increases Revenue and Adjusted Diluted EPS Guidance

 

Company Release – 8/10/2021
– Q2 revenue +40% Y/Y to $471 million; Organic revenue(1) +21% Y/Y
– Operating margin of 4.8%; Adjusted EBITDA margin(1) of 5.6%
– Q2 fully diluted EPS of $1.35; Adjusted diluted EPS(1) of $1.52
– Increasing 2021 revenue and adjusted diluted EPS(1) guidance
– Pacific region activities driving incremental revenue growth under LOGCAP V
– Successfully phased-in new task orders to provide sustainment services in the Middle East

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Vectrus, Inc. (NYSE: VEC) announced strong second quarter 2021 financial results.

“Our second quarter results are demonstrative of Vectrus’ ability to provide mission critical and rapid response converged solutions across all time zones and operational environments,” said Chuck Prow, Chief Executive Officer of Vectrus.

“During the quarter, revenue grew 40% year-over-year, with organic revenue growth of 21%,” said Prow. “Our strong organic revenue growth in the quarter was driven partly by the successful performance and execution of a task order to support an important training initiative based in the Indo-Pacific region, as well as achieving full operational capability under our new LOGCAP V CENTCOM task order in Iraq.”

“Our adjusted EBITDA margin in the second quarter was strong, reaching 5.6%,” said Prow. “Our year-to-date adjusted EBITDA margin is 5.2%, which is driven in part by the continued focus on operationalizing our enterprise performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates Vectrus’ ability to expand margins over time.” 

“LOGCAP V continues to gain momentum and during the quarter we successfully achieved full operational capability in Iraq,” said Prow. “This transition represents a significant milestone for Vectrus and our employees that worked around the clock in challenging environments to ensure client success. We look forward to serving as the Army’s preferred source for base operations support and sustainment services in Iraq over the next several years.”

Prow continued, “In terms of INDOPACOM, we are experiencing growth executing task orders to support mission requirements in the region.  We expect growth to continue as we ramp up operations in Kwajalein and become fully operational by mid-2022.” 

“We are also continuing to execute client campaigns by inserting innovative technology-based solutions into infrastructure and creating value through mission effectiveness and cost reduction,” said Prow. “In the second quarter, we were awarded a position on the U.S. Navy Supply Systems Command Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award IDIQ Contract2 (WEXMAC). WEXMAC provides worldwide expeditionary supplies and services to support humanitarian and disaster relief, military exercises, and contingencies in 22 geographic regions.  This award builds on our position under the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Global Contingency Services Multiple Award IDIQ Contract II, which has been an instrumental part of our Navy campaign. Importantly, WEXMAC represents another avenue to access this important client and we see significant opportunity to leverage Vectrus’ geographic positioning to support future opportunities under this new contract.”  

“Additionally, we continue to focus on advancing our presence with the Air Force and in the second quarter won two new firm-fixed-price task orders valued at $40 million to provide installation and other support services, which were awarded under the Air Force Contract Augmentation Program V, or AFCAP V, which is a $6.4 billion IDIQ contract vehicle that provides contingency planning, deploying, training, and equipping of forces; emergency and contingency construction; and logistics and commodities and services,” said Prow.

Second Quarter 2021 Results

Second quarter 2021 revenue of $470.8 million was up $134.8 million year-on-year or 40.1% as compared to the same period last year.  Revenue grew by $64.4 million year-over-year as a result of the two acquisitions on December 31, 2020 and grew $70.4 million organically. 

Operating income was $22.6 million or 4.8% margin.  Adjusted operating income1 was $25.0 million or 5.3% margin.

Adjusted EBITDA1 was $26.6 million or 5.6% margin. “Margin improved 360 basis points year-over-year in the second quarter and 210 basis points year-to-date,” said Susan Lynch, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “Our strong first half results were driven by the ongoing execution of our enterprise performance improvement initiatives, recent acquisitions, our team’s success converting certain cost-plus components of a contract to fixed price and continued focus on prudently managing our cost structure. We remain focused on transforming Vectrus into a higher margin business and our second quarter and year-to-date performance reflects our ability to expand margins over time.”  

Fully diluted EPS for the second quarter of 2021 was $1.35 as compared to $0.09 cents in the same period last year. Adjusted diluted EPS1, which adds back amortization of acquired intangible assets, was $1.52 for the quarter, as compared to $0.31 cents in the prior year.  The increase in diluted EPS was driven by the company’s improved operating performance and two recent acquisitions.

Lynch continued, “Our results year-to-date are representative of Vectrus’ ability to generate substantial growth and earnings power. The second quarter results demonstrate our organic ability and how our strategic acquisitions are transforming the company into a higher value, growth-oriented platform. Our thoughtful deployment of capital is adding value from both an operational and financial perspective and we believe our strong balance sheet positions Vectrus to pursue future opportunities that align with our strategy and increase shareholder value.”

Cash provided by operating activities through July 2, 2021 was $14.0 million. Operating cash flow decreased year on year primarily due to the CARES Act Benefit in Q2’20 of $13 million in addition to the working capital requirements associated with several new program phase-ins.

Net debt at July 2, 2021 was $105.2 million, up $100.4 million from July 3, 2020. Total debt at July 2, 2021 was $175.0 million, up $107.5 million from $67.5 million at July 3, 2020. Both net and total debt were up due to the acquisitions of Zenetex and HHB on December 31, 2020. Cash at quarter-end was $69.8 million. Total consolidated indebtedness to consolidated EBITDA1 (total leverage ratio) was 1.76x.

Total backlog as of July 2, 2021 was $4.9 billion and funded backlog was $1.3 billion. The trailing twelve-month book-to-bill was 1.2x as of July 2, 2021. 

Increasing 2021 Revenue and EPS Guidance

Lynch continued, “In light of our strong year-to-date performance, we are increasing the revenue and diluted EPS guidance ranges.” Guidance for 2021 is as follows:

$ millions, except for EBITDA margins and per share amounts

2020
Actual

2021 Guidance

2021
Mid-Point

2021
Mid-Point
vs 2020

Revenue

$1,396

$1,745

to

$1,780

$1,762

26.2%

Operating Income Margin

3.1%

3.7%

to

3.9%

3.8%

70 bps

Adjusted EBITDA Margin1

4.0%

4.8%

to

5.0%

4.9%

90 bps

Earnings Per Share

$3.14

$3.87

to

$4.18

$4.02

28.0%

Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share1

$3.36

$4.76

to

$5.07

$4.92

46.4%

Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

$64.1

$58.0

to

$65.0

$61.5

(4.1%)

Forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and are subject to factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested here, including those factors set forth in the Safe Harbor Statement below. 

Second Quarter 2021 Conference Call

Management will conduct a conference call with analysts and investors at 4:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 10, 2021. U.S.-based participants may dial in to the conference call at 877-407-0792, while international participants may dial 201-689-8263. A live webcast of the conference call as well as an accompanying slide presentation will be available on the Vectrus Investor Relations website at http://investors.vectrus.com or https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/1431/42374.

A replay of the conference call will be posted on the Vectrus website shortly after completion of the call and will be available for one year. A telephonic replay will also be available through August 24, 2021, at 844-512-2921 (domestic) or 412-317-6671 (international) with passcode 13721935.

Footnotes:
1 See “Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for reconciliation.
2 WEXMAC is currently under protest.

About Vectrus

For more than 70 years, Vectrus has provided critical mission support for our customers’ toughest operational challenges. As a high-performing organization with exceptional talent, deep domain knowledge, a history of long-term customer relationships, and groundbreaking technical expertise, we deliver innovative, mission-matched solutions for our military and government customers worldwide. Whether it’s base operations support, supply chain and logistics, IT mission support, engineering and digital integration, security, or maintenance, repair, and overhaul, our customers count on us for on-target solutions that increase efficiency, reduce costs, improve readiness, and strengthen national security. Vectrus is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., and includes approximately 9,200 employees spanning 206 locations in 27 countries. In 2020, Vectrus generated sales of $1.4 billion. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.vectrus.com or connect with Vectrus on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Safe Harbor Statement

Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Act”): Certain material presented herein includes forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Act. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, all of the statements and items listed in the table in “2021 Guidance” above and other assumptions contained therein for purposes of such guidance, other statements about our 2021 performance outlook, five-year growth plan, revenue, DSO, contract opportunities, the potential impact of COVID-19, and any discussion of future operating or financial performance.

Whenever used, words such as “may,” “are considering,” “will,” “likely,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “target,” “could,” “potential,” “continue,” “goal” or similar terminology are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of our management based on information currently available to management.

These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside our management’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. For a discussion  of some of the risks and important factors that could cause actual results to differ from such forward-looking statements, see the risks and other factors detailed from time to time our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

VECTRUS, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)




Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,


July 3,


July 2,


July 3,

(In thousands, except per share data)


2021


2020


2021


2020

Revenue


$

470,845



$

336,063



$

904,849



$

687,797


Cost of revenue


422,660



311,817



816,308



631,510


Selling, general, and administrative expenses


25,605



21,816



49,427



41,374


Operating income


22,580



2,430



39,114



14,913


Interest expense, net


(2,253)



(1,346)



(4,186)



(3,048)


Income from operations before income taxes


20,327



1,084



34,928



11,865


Income tax (benefit) expense


4,393



(27)



6,946



2,086


Net income


$

15,934



$

1,111



$

27,982



$

9,779











Earnings per share









Basic


$

1.36



$

0.10



$

2.40



$

0.84


Diluted


$

1.35



$

0.09



$

2.37



$

0.83


Weighted average common shares outstanding – basic


11,715



11,607



11,681



11,575


Weighted average common shares outstanding – diluted


11,828



11,745



11,823



11,742


 

VECTRUS, INC. 

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)




July 2,


December 31,

(In thousands, except share information)


2021


2020

Assets





Current assets





Cash and cash equivalents


$

69,803



$

66,949


Restricted cash




1,778


Receivables


353,813



314,959


Other current assets


27,594



24,702


Total current assets


451,210



408,388


Property, plant, and equipment, net


22,612



22,573


Goodwill


317,608



339,702


Intangible assets, net


68,818



48,105


Right-of-use assets


26,997



18,718


Other non-current assets


8,902



6,325


Total non-current assets


444,937



435,423


Total Assets


$

896,147



$

843,811


Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity





Current liabilities





Accounts payable


$

175,002



$

159,586


Compensation and other employee benefits


90,646



79,568


Short-term debt


9,800



8,600


Other accrued liabilities


41,223



40,657


Total current liabilities


316,671



288,411


Long-term debt, net


163,997



168,751


Deferred tax liability


39,709



39,386


Other non-current liabilities


42,946



42,325


Total non-current liabilities


246,652



250,462


Total liabilities


563,323



538,873


Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)





Shareholders’ Equity





Preferred stock; $0.01 par value; 10,000,000 shares authorized; No shares issued and outstanding





Common stock; $0.01 par value; 100,000,000 shares authorized; 11,724,430 and 11,624,717 shares
issued and outstanding as of July 2, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively                                      


117



116


Additional paid in capital


84,650



82,823


Retained earnings


250,008



222,026


Accumulated other comprehensive loss


(1,951)



(27)


Total shareholders’ equity


332,824



304,938


Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity


$

896,147



$

843,811


 

VECTRUS, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)




Six Months Ended



July 2,


July 3,

(In thousands)


2021


2020

Operating activities





Net income


$

27,982



$

9,779


Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities:

Depreciation expense


3,097



1,971


Amortization of intangible assets


4,891



2,028


Loss on disposal of property, plant, and equipment


60




Stock-based compensation


4,923



5,411


Amortization of debt issuance costs


463



193


Changes in assets and liabilities:





Receivables


(38,882)



9,429


Other assets


(4,063)



(7,938)


Accounts payable


18,784



(6,021)


Deferred taxes


370



(2,735)


Compensation and other employee benefits


11,285



7,037


Other liabilities


(14,884)



15,252


Net cash provided by operating activities


14,026



34,406


Investing activities





Purchases of capital assets and intangibles


(4,833)



(2,246)


Proceeds from the disposition of assets


16




Business acquisition purchase price adjustment


262




Contribution to join venture


(1,846)




Net cash used in investing activities


(6,401)



(2,246)


Financing activities





Repayments of long-term debt


(4,000)



(3,000)


Proceeds from revolver


215,000



144,000


Repayments of revolver


(215,000)



(144,000)


Proceeds from exercise of stock options


113



59


Payments of debt issuance costs


(17)




Payments of employee withholding taxes on share-based compensation


(2,272)



(1,873)


Net cash used in financing activities


(6,176)



(4,814)


Exchange rate effect on cash


(373)



55


Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash


1,076



27,401


Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash-beginning of year


68,727



35,318


Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash-end of period


$

69,803



$

62,719







Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:





Interest paid


$

3,111



$

2,527


Income taxes paid


$

5,747



$

70


Purchase of capital assets on account


$

618



$

447


Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Measures

The primary financial performance measures we use to manage our business and monitor results of operations are revenue trends and operating income trends. Management believes that these financial performance measures are the primary drivers for our earnings and net cash from operating activities. Management evaluates its contracts and business performance by focusing on revenue, operating income, and operating margin. Operating income represents revenue less both cost of revenue and selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses. Cost of revenue consists of labor, subcontracting costs, materials, and an allocation of indirect costs, which includes service center transaction costs. SG&A expenses consist of indirect labor costs (including wages and salaries for executives and administrative personnel), bid and proposal expenses and other general and administrative expenses not allocated to cost of revenue. We define operating margin as operating income divided by revenue.

We manage the nature and amount of costs at the program level, which forms the basis for estimating our total costs and profitability. This is consistent with our approach for managing our business, which begins with management’s assessing the bidding opportunity for each contract and then managing contract profitability throughout the performance period.

In addition to the key performance measures discussed above, we consider adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA margin, and organic revenue to be useful to management and investors in evaluating our operating performance, and to provide a tool for evaluating our ongoing operations. This information can assist investors in assessing our financial performance and measures our ability to generate capital for deployment among competing strategic alternatives and initiatives. We provide this information to our investors in our earnings releases, presentations, and other disclosures.

Adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA margin, and organic revenue, however, are not measures of financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered a substitute for operating income, operating margin, net income and diluted earnings per share as determined in accordance with GAAP.  Definitions and reconciliations of these items are provided below.

  • Adjusted operating income is defined as operating income, adjusted to exclude items that may include, but are not limited to significant charges or credits, and unusual and infrequent non-operating items, such as M&A transaction and LOGCAP V pre-operational legal costs, and amortization of acquired intangible assets that impact current results but are not related to our ongoing operations.
  • Adjusted operating margin is defined as adjusted operating income divided by revenue.
  • Adjusted net income is defined as net income, adjusted to exclude items that may include, but are not limited to, significant charges or credits, and unusual and infrequent non-operating items, such as M&A transaction and LOGCAP V pre-operational legal costs, and amortization of acquired intangible assets that impact current results but are not related to our ongoing operations.
  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share is defined as adjusted net income divided by the weighted average diluted common shares outstanding.
  • EBITDA is defined as operating income, adjusted to exclude depreciation and amortization.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA, adjusted to exclude items that may include, but are not limited to, significant charges or credits and unusual and infrequent non-operating items, such as M&A transaction and LOGCAP V pre-operational legal costs that impact current results but are not related to our ongoing operations.
  • EBITDA margin is defined as EBITDA divided by revenue.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA divided by revenue.
  • Organic revenue is defined as revenue, adjusted to exclude revenue from acquired companies.

 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

470,845



$



$



$



$

470,845


Growth


40.1

%








40.1

%

Operating income


$

22,580



$



$

21



$

2,436



$

25,037


Operating margin


4.8

%








5.3

%












Interest expense, net


$

(2,253)



$



$



$



$

(2,253)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

20,327



$



$

21



$

2,436



$

22,784













Income tax expense


$

4,393



$



$

4



$

463



$

4,860


Income tax rate


21.6

%








21.3

%












Net income


$

15,934



$



$

17



$

1,973



$

17,924













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,828









11,828













Diluted earnings per share


$

1.35



$



$



$

0.17



$

1.52













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

22,580



$



$

21



$

2,436



$

25,037













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

3,991



$



$



$

(2,436)



$

1,555













EBITDA


$

26,571



$



$

21



$



$

26,592


EBITDA Margin


5.6

%








5.6

%


 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

336,063



$



$



$



$

336,063













Operating income


$

2,430



$

2,193



$

46



$

1,013



$

5,682


Operating margin


0.7

%








1.7

%












Interest expense, net


$

(1,346)



$



$



$



$

(1,346)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

1,084



$

2,193



$

46



$

1,013



$

4,336













Income tax expense


$

(27)



$

504



$

11



$

171



$

659


Income tax rate


(2.5)

%








15.2

%












Net income


$

1,111



$

1,689



$

35



$

842



$

3,677













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,745









11,745













Diluted earnings per share


$

0.09



$

0.14



$



$

0.07



$

0.31













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

2,430



$

2,193



$

46



$

1,013



$

5,682













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

1,988



$



$



$

(1,013)



$

975













EBITDA


$

4,418



$

2,193



$

46



$



$

6,657


EBITDA Margin


1.3

%








2.0

%













 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

904,849



$



$



$



$

904,849


Growth



31.6%
















31.6%


Growth



%








1

%

Operating income


$

39,114



$



$

178



$

4,891



$

44,183


Operating margin


4.3

%








4.9

%












Interest expense, net


$

(4,186)



$



$



$



$

(4,186)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

34,928



$



$

178



$

4,891



$

39,997













Income tax expense


$

6,946



$



$

34



$

929



$

7,909


Income tax rate


19.9

%








19.8

%












Net income


$

27,982



$



$

144



$

3,962



$

32,088













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,823









11,823













Diluted earnings per share


$

2.37



$



$

0.01



$

0.33



$

2.71













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

39,114



$



$

178



$

4,891



$

44,183













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

7,989



$



$



$

(4,891)



$

3,097













EBITDA


$

47,103



$



$

178



$



$

47,280


EBITDA Margin


5.2

%








5.2

%

























 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

687,797



$



$



$



$

687,797













Operating income


$

14,913



$

2,193



$

187



$

2,028



$

19,321


Operating margin


2.2

%








2.8

%












Interest expense, net


$

(3,048)



$



$



$



$

(3,048)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

11,865



$

2,193



$

187



$

2,028



$

16,273













Income tax expense


$

2,086



$

504



$

39



$

342



$

2,971


Income tax rate


17.6

%








18.3

%












Net income


$

9,779



$

1,689



$

148



$

1,686



$

13,302













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,742









11,742













Diluted earnings per share


$

0.83



$

0.14



$

0.01



$

0.14



$

1.13













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

14,913



$

2,193



$

187



$

2,028



$

19,321













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

3,999



$



$



$

(2,028)



$

1,971













EBITDA


$

18,912



$

2,193



$

187



$



$

21,292


EBITDA Margin


2.7

%








3.1

%












 

($ In thousands)


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 Zenetex & HHB


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

470,845




$

64,397



$

406,448









($ In thousands)


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 Zenetex & HHB


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

336,063




$



$

336,063









Organic Revenue $






$

70,385


Organic Revenue %






20.9

%















 

($ In thousands)


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 Zenetex & HHB


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

904,849




$

133,266



$

771,583









($ In thousands)


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 Zenetex & HHB


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

687,797




$



$

687,797









Organic Revenue $






$

83,786


Organic Revenue %






12.2

%















 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Revenue by client branch, contract type, contract relationship, and geographic region for the periods presented below was as follows: 

Revenue by Client



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Army


$

310,638



66

%


$

227,351



68

%


$

567,987



63

%


$

474,906



69

%

Air Force


63,206



13

%


78,321



23

%


141,375



16

%


151,663



22

%

Navy


56,399



12

%


14,542



4

%


112,827



12

%


29,779



4

%

Other


40,602



9

%


15,849



5

%


82,660



9

%


31,449



5

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797





















Revenue by Contract Type



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Cost-plus and cost-reimbursable ¹


$

359,429



76

%


$

242,740



72

%


$

664,676



73

%


$

499,059



73

%

Firm-fixed-price


111,416



24

%


93,323



28

%


240,173



27

%


188,738



27

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797





















¹ Includes time and material contracts
































Revenue by Contract Relationship



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Prime contractor


$

440,040



93

%


$

314,345



94

%


$

843,303



93

%


$

647,738



94

%

Subcontractor


30,805



7

%


21,718



6

%


61,546



7

%


40,059



6

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797





















Revenue by Geographic Region



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Middle East


$

258,488



55

%


$

215,968



64

%


$

498,500



55

%


$

453,905



66

%

United States


146,549



31

%


82,670



25

%


296,362



33

%


162,921



24

%

Europe


36,084



8

%


35,533



11

%


76,706



8

%


68,063



10

%

Asia


29,724



6

%


1,892



1

%


33,281



4

%


2,908



0

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797




 

CONTACT:

Vectrus
Mike Smith, CFA
719-637-5773
mike.smith@vectrus.com

SOURCE Vectrus, Inc.

Vectrus Announces Strong Second Quarter Results; Increases Revenue and Adjusted Diluted EPS Guidance

 


Vectrus Announces Strong Second Quarter Results; Increases Revenue and Adjusted Diluted EPS Guidance

 

Company Release – 8/10/2021
– Q2 revenue +40% Y/Y to $471 million; Organic revenue(1) +21% Y/Y
– Operating margin of 4.8%; Adjusted EBITDA margin(1) of 5.6%
– Q2 fully diluted EPS of $1.35; Adjusted diluted EPS(1) of $1.52
– Increasing 2021 revenue and adjusted diluted EPS(1) guidance
– Pacific region activities driving incremental revenue growth under LOGCAP V
– Successfully phased-in new task orders to provide sustainment services in the Middle East

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Vectrus, Inc. (NYSE: VEC) announced strong second quarter 2021 financial results.

“Our second quarter results are demonstrative of Vectrus’ ability to provide mission critical and rapid response converged solutions across all time zones and operational environments,” said Chuck Prow, Chief Executive Officer of Vectrus.

“During the quarter, revenue grew 40% year-over-year, with organic revenue growth of 21%,” said Prow. “Our strong organic revenue growth in the quarter was driven partly by the successful performance and execution of a task order to support an important training initiative based in the Indo-Pacific region, as well as achieving full operational capability under our new LOGCAP V CENTCOM task order in Iraq.”

“Our adjusted EBITDA margin in the second quarter was strong, reaching 5.6%,” said Prow. “Our year-to-date adjusted EBITDA margin is 5.2%, which is driven in part by the continued focus on operationalizing our enterprise performance improvement initiatives and demonstrates Vectrus’ ability to expand margins over time.” 

“LOGCAP V continues to gain momentum and during the quarter we successfully achieved full operational capability in Iraq,” said Prow. “This transition represents a significant milestone for Vectrus and our employees that worked around the clock in challenging environments to ensure client success. We look forward to serving as the Army’s preferred source for base operations support and sustainment services in Iraq over the next several years.”

Prow continued, “In terms of INDOPACOM, we are experiencing growth executing task orders to support mission requirements in the region.  We expect growth to continue as we ramp up operations in Kwajalein and become fully operational by mid-2022.” 

“We are also continuing to execute client campaigns by inserting innovative technology-based solutions into infrastructure and creating value through mission effectiveness and cost reduction,” said Prow. “In the second quarter, we were awarded a position on the U.S. Navy Supply Systems Command Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award IDIQ Contract2 (WEXMAC). WEXMAC provides worldwide expeditionary supplies and services to support humanitarian and disaster relief, military exercises, and contingencies in 22 geographic regions.  This award builds on our position under the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Global Contingency Services Multiple Award IDIQ Contract II, which has been an instrumental part of our Navy campaign. Importantly, WEXMAC represents another avenue to access this important client and we see significant opportunity to leverage Vectrus’ geographic positioning to support future opportunities under this new contract.”  

“Additionally, we continue to focus on advancing our presence with the Air Force and in the second quarter won two new firm-fixed-price task orders valued at $40 million to provide installation and other support services, which were awarded under the Air Force Contract Augmentation Program V, or AFCAP V, which is a $6.4 billion IDIQ contract vehicle that provides contingency planning, deploying, training, and equipping of forces; emergency and contingency construction; and logistics and commodities and services,” said Prow.

Second Quarter 2021 Results

Second quarter 2021 revenue of $470.8 million was up $134.8 million year-on-year or 40.1% as compared to the same period last year.  Revenue grew by $64.4 million year-over-year as a result of the two acquisitions on December 31, 2020 and grew $70.4 million organically. 

Operating income was $22.6 million or 4.8% margin.  Adjusted operating income1 was $25.0 million or 5.3% margin.

Adjusted EBITDA1 was $26.6 million or 5.6% margin. “Margin improved 360 basis points year-over-year in the second quarter and 210 basis points year-to-date,” said Susan Lynch, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “Our strong first half results were driven by the ongoing execution of our enterprise performance improvement initiatives, recent acquisitions, our team’s success converting certain cost-plus components of a contract to fixed price and continued focus on prudently managing our cost structure. We remain focused on transforming Vectrus into a higher margin business and our second quarter and year-to-date performance reflects our ability to expand margins over time.”  

Fully diluted EPS for the second quarter of 2021 was $1.35 as compared to $0.09 cents in the same period last year. Adjusted diluted EPS1, which adds back amortization of acquired intangible assets, was $1.52 for the quarter, as compared to $0.31 cents in the prior year.  The increase in diluted EPS was driven by the company’s improved operating performance and two recent acquisitions.

Lynch continued, “Our results year-to-date are representative of Vectrus’ ability to generate substantial growth and earnings power. The second quarter results demonstrate our organic ability and how our strategic acquisitions are transforming the company into a higher value, growth-oriented platform. Our thoughtful deployment of capital is adding value from both an operational and financial perspective and we believe our strong balance sheet positions Vectrus to pursue future opportunities that align with our strategy and increase shareholder value.”

Cash provided by operating activities through July 2, 2021 was $14.0 million. Operating cash flow decreased year on year primarily due to the CARES Act Benefit in Q2’20 of $13 million in addition to the working capital requirements associated with several new program phase-ins.

Net debt at July 2, 2021 was $105.2 million, up $100.4 million from July 3, 2020. Total debt at July 2, 2021 was $175.0 million, up $107.5 million from $67.5 million at July 3, 2020. Both net and total debt were up due to the acquisitions of Zenetex and HHB on December 31, 2020. Cash at quarter-end was $69.8 million. Total consolidated indebtedness to consolidated EBITDA1 (total leverage ratio) was 1.76x.

Total backlog as of July 2, 2021 was $4.9 billion and funded backlog was $1.3 billion. The trailing twelve-month book-to-bill was 1.2x as of July 2, 2021. 

Increasing 2021 Revenue and EPS Guidance

Lynch continued, “In light of our strong year-to-date performance, we are increasing the revenue and diluted EPS guidance ranges.” Guidance for 2021 is as follows:

$ millions, except for EBITDA margins and per share amounts

2020
Actual

2021 Guidance

2021
Mid-Point

2021
Mid-Point
vs 2020

Revenue

$1,396

$1,745

to

$1,780

$1,762

26.2%

Operating Income Margin

3.1%

3.7%

to

3.9%

3.8%

70 bps

Adjusted EBITDA Margin1

4.0%

4.8%

to

5.0%

4.9%

90 bps

Earnings Per Share

$3.14

$3.87

to

$4.18

$4.02

28.0%

Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share1

$3.36

$4.76

to

$5.07

$4.92

46.4%

Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

$64.1

$58.0

to

$65.0

$61.5

(4.1%)

Forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and are subject to factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested here, including those factors set forth in the Safe Harbor Statement below. 

Second Quarter 2021 Conference Call

Management will conduct a conference call with analysts and investors at 4:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 10, 2021. U.S.-based participants may dial in to the conference call at 877-407-0792, while international participants may dial 201-689-8263. A live webcast of the conference call as well as an accompanying slide presentation will be available on the Vectrus Investor Relations website at http://investors.vectrus.com or https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/1431/42374.

A replay of the conference call will be posted on the Vectrus website shortly after completion of the call and will be available for one year. A telephonic replay will also be available through August 24, 2021, at 844-512-2921 (domestic) or 412-317-6671 (international) with passcode 13721935.

Footnotes:
1 See “Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for reconciliation.
2 WEXMAC is currently under protest.

About Vectrus

For more than 70 years, Vectrus has provided critical mission support for our customers’ toughest operational challenges. As a high-performing organization with exceptional talent, deep domain knowledge, a history of long-term customer relationships, and groundbreaking technical expertise, we deliver innovative, mission-matched solutions for our military and government customers worldwide. Whether it’s base operations support, supply chain and logistics, IT mission support, engineering and digital integration, security, or maintenance, repair, and overhaul, our customers count on us for on-target solutions that increase efficiency, reduce costs, improve readiness, and strengthen national security. Vectrus is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., and includes approximately 9,200 employees spanning 206 locations in 27 countries. In 2020, Vectrus generated sales of $1.4 billion. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.vectrus.com or connect with Vectrus on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Safe Harbor Statement

Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Act”): Certain material presented herein includes forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Act. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, all of the statements and items listed in the table in “2021 Guidance” above and other assumptions contained therein for purposes of such guidance, other statements about our 2021 performance outlook, five-year growth plan, revenue, DSO, contract opportunities, the potential impact of COVID-19, and any discussion of future operating or financial performance.

Whenever used, words such as “may,” “are considering,” “will,” “likely,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “target,” “could,” “potential,” “continue,” “goal” or similar terminology are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of our management based on information currently available to management.

These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside our management’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. For a discussion  of some of the risks and important factors that could cause actual results to differ from such forward-looking statements, see the risks and other factors detailed from time to time our Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

VECTRUS, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)




Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,


July 3,


July 2,


July 3,

(In thousands, except per share data)


2021


2020


2021


2020

Revenue


$

470,845



$

336,063



$

904,849



$

687,797


Cost of revenue


422,660



311,817



816,308



631,510


Selling, general, and administrative expenses


25,605



21,816



49,427



41,374


Operating income


22,580



2,430



39,114



14,913


Interest expense, net


(2,253)



(1,346)



(4,186)



(3,048)


Income from operations before income taxes


20,327



1,084



34,928



11,865


Income tax (benefit) expense


4,393



(27)



6,946



2,086


Net income


$

15,934



$

1,111



$

27,982



$

9,779











Earnings per share









Basic


$

1.36



$

0.10



$

2.40



$

0.84


Diluted


$

1.35



$

0.09



$

2.37



$

0.83


Weighted average common shares outstanding – basic


11,715



11,607



11,681



11,575


Weighted average common shares outstanding – diluted


11,828



11,745



11,823



11,742


 

VECTRUS, INC. 

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)




July 2,


December 31,

(In thousands, except share information)


2021


2020

Assets





Current assets





Cash and cash equivalents


$

69,803



$

66,949


Restricted cash




1,778


Receivables


353,813



314,959


Other current assets


27,594



24,702


Total current assets


451,210



408,388


Property, plant, and equipment, net


22,612



22,573


Goodwill


317,608



339,702


Intangible assets, net


68,818



48,105


Right-of-use assets


26,997



18,718


Other non-current assets


8,902



6,325


Total non-current assets


444,937



435,423


Total Assets


$

896,147



$

843,811


Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity





Current liabilities





Accounts payable


$

175,002



$

159,586


Compensation and other employee benefits


90,646



79,568


Short-term debt


9,800



8,600


Other accrued liabilities


41,223



40,657


Total current liabilities


316,671



288,411


Long-term debt, net


163,997



168,751


Deferred tax liability


39,709



39,386


Other non-current liabilities


42,946



42,325


Total non-current liabilities


246,652



250,462


Total liabilities


563,323



538,873


Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)





Shareholders’ Equity





Preferred stock; $0.01 par value; 10,000,000 shares authorized; No shares issued and outstanding





Common stock; $0.01 par value; 100,000,000 shares authorized; 11,724,430 and 11,624,717 shares
issued and outstanding as of July 2, 2021 and December 31, 2020, respectively                                      


117



116


Additional paid in capital


84,650



82,823


Retained earnings


250,008



222,026


Accumulated other comprehensive loss


(1,951)



(27)


Total shareholders’ equity


332,824



304,938


Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity


$

896,147



$

843,811


 

VECTRUS, INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)




Six Months Ended



July 2,


July 3,

(In thousands)


2021


2020

Operating activities





Net income


$

27,982



$

9,779


Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities:

Depreciation expense


3,097



1,971


Amortization of intangible assets


4,891



2,028


Loss on disposal of property, plant, and equipment


60




Stock-based compensation


4,923



5,411


Amortization of debt issuance costs


463



193


Changes in assets and liabilities:





Receivables


(38,882)



9,429


Other assets


(4,063)



(7,938)


Accounts payable


18,784



(6,021)


Deferred taxes


370



(2,735)


Compensation and other employee benefits


11,285



7,037


Other liabilities


(14,884)



15,252


Net cash provided by operating activities


14,026



34,406


Investing activities





Purchases of capital assets and intangibles


(4,833)



(2,246)


Proceeds from the disposition of assets


16




Business acquisition purchase price adjustment


262




Contribution to join venture


(1,846)




Net cash used in investing activities


(6,401)



(2,246)


Financing activities





Repayments of long-term debt


(4,000)



(3,000)


Proceeds from revolver


215,000



144,000


Repayments of revolver


(215,000)



(144,000)


Proceeds from exercise of stock options


113



59


Payments of debt issuance costs


(17)




Payments of employee withholding taxes on share-based compensation


(2,272)



(1,873)


Net cash used in financing activities


(6,176)



(4,814)


Exchange rate effect on cash


(373)



55


Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash


1,076



27,401


Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash-beginning of year


68,727



35,318


Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash-end of period


$

69,803



$

62,719







Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:





Interest paid


$

3,111



$

2,527


Income taxes paid


$

5,747



$

70


Purchase of capital assets on account


$

618



$

447


Key Performance Indicators and Non-GAAP Measures

The primary financial performance measures we use to manage our business and monitor results of operations are revenue trends and operating income trends. Management believes that these financial performance measures are the primary drivers for our earnings and net cash from operating activities. Management evaluates its contracts and business performance by focusing on revenue, operating income, and operating margin. Operating income represents revenue less both cost of revenue and selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses. Cost of revenue consists of labor, subcontracting costs, materials, and an allocation of indirect costs, which includes service center transaction costs. SG&A expenses consist of indirect labor costs (including wages and salaries for executives and administrative personnel), bid and proposal expenses and other general and administrative expenses not allocated to cost of revenue. We define operating margin as operating income divided by revenue.

We manage the nature and amount of costs at the program level, which forms the basis for estimating our total costs and profitability. This is consistent with our approach for managing our business, which begins with management’s assessing the bidding opportunity for each contract and then managing contract profitability throughout the performance period.

In addition to the key performance measures discussed above, we consider adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA margin, and organic revenue to be useful to management and investors in evaluating our operating performance, and to provide a tool for evaluating our ongoing operations. This information can assist investors in assessing our financial performance and measures our ability to generate capital for deployment among competing strategic alternatives and initiatives. We provide this information to our investors in our earnings releases, presentations, and other disclosures.

Adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted earnings per share, EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA margin, and organic revenue, however, are not measures of financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered a substitute for operating income, operating margin, net income and diluted earnings per share as determined in accordance with GAAP.  Definitions and reconciliations of these items are provided below.

  • Adjusted operating income is defined as operating income, adjusted to exclude items that may include, but are not limited to significant charges or credits, and unusual and infrequent non-operating items, such as M&A transaction and LOGCAP V pre-operational legal costs, and amortization of acquired intangible assets that impact current results but are not related to our ongoing operations.
  • Adjusted operating margin is defined as adjusted operating income divided by revenue.
  • Adjusted net income is defined as net income, adjusted to exclude items that may include, but are not limited to, significant charges or credits, and unusual and infrequent non-operating items, such as M&A transaction and LOGCAP V pre-operational legal costs, and amortization of acquired intangible assets that impact current results but are not related to our ongoing operations.
  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share is defined as adjusted net income divided by the weighted average diluted common shares outstanding.
  • EBITDA is defined as operating income, adjusted to exclude depreciation and amortization.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA, adjusted to exclude items that may include, but are not limited to, significant charges or credits and unusual and infrequent non-operating items, such as M&A transaction and LOGCAP V pre-operational legal costs that impact current results but are not related to our ongoing operations.
  • EBITDA margin is defined as EBITDA divided by revenue.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA divided by revenue.
  • Organic revenue is defined as revenue, adjusted to exclude revenue from acquired companies.

 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

470,845



$



$



$



$

470,845


Growth


40.1

%








40.1

%

Operating income


$

22,580



$



$

21



$

2,436



$

25,037


Operating margin


4.8

%








5.3

%












Interest expense, net


$

(2,253)



$



$



$



$

(2,253)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

20,327



$



$

21



$

2,436



$

22,784













Income tax expense


$

4,393



$



$

4



$

463



$

4,860


Income tax rate


21.6

%








21.3

%












Net income


$

15,934



$



$

17



$

1,973



$

17,924













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,828









11,828













Diluted earnings per share


$

1.35



$



$



$

0.17



$

1.52













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

22,580



$



$

21



$

2,436



$

25,037













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

3,991



$



$



$

(2,436)



$

1,555













EBITDA


$

26,571



$



$

21



$



$

26,592


EBITDA Margin


5.6

%








5.6

%


 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

336,063



$



$



$



$

336,063













Operating income


$

2,430



$

2,193



$

46



$

1,013



$

5,682


Operating margin


0.7

%








1.7

%












Interest expense, net


$

(1,346)



$



$



$



$

(1,346)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

1,084



$

2,193



$

46



$

1,013



$

4,336













Income tax expense


$

(27)



$

504



$

11



$

171



$

659


Income tax rate


(2.5)

%








15.2

%












Net income


$

1,111



$

1,689



$

35



$

842



$

3,677













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,745









11,745













Diluted earnings per share


$

0.09



$

0.14



$



$

0.07



$

0.31













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

2,430



$

2,193



$

46



$

1,013



$

5,682













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

1,988



$



$



$

(1,013)



$

975













EBITDA


$

4,418



$

2,193



$

46



$



$

6,657


EBITDA Margin


1.3

%








2.0

%













 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

904,849



$



$



$



$

904,849


Growth



31.6%
















31.6%


Growth



%








1

%

Operating income


$

39,114



$



$

178



$

4,891



$

44,183


Operating margin


4.3

%








4.9

%












Interest expense, net


$

(4,186)



$



$



$



$

(4,186)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

34,928



$



$

178



$

4,891



$

39,997













Income tax expense


$

6,946



$



$

34



$

929



$

7,909


Income tax rate


19.9

%








19.8

%












Net income


$

27,982



$



$

144



$

3,962



$

32,088













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,823









11,823













Diluted earnings per share


$

2.37



$



$

0.01



$

0.33



$

2.71













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

39,114



$



$

178



$

4,891



$

44,183













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

7,989



$



$



$

(4,891)



$

3,097













EBITDA


$

47,103



$



$

178



$



$

47,280


EBITDA Margin


5.2

%








5.2

%

























 

Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands, except per share data)


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted












Revenue


$

687,797



$



$



$



$

687,797













Operating income


$

14,913



$

2,193



$

187



$

2,028



$

19,321


Operating margin


2.2

%








2.8

%












Interest expense, net


$

(3,048)



$



$



$



$

(3,048)













Income from operations before income taxes


$

11,865



$

2,193



$

187



$

2,028



$

16,273













Income tax expense


$

2,086



$

504



$

39



$

342



$

2,971


Income tax rate


17.6

%








18.3

%












Net income


$

9,779



$

1,689



$

148



$

1,686



$

13,302













Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted


11,742









11,742













Diluted earnings per share


$

0.83



$

0.14



$

0.01



$

0.14



$

1.13













EBITDA (Non-GAAP Measures)











($ in thousands)


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


M&A Related Costs


LOGCAP V Pre-Operational Legal Costs


Amortization of acquired intangible assets


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Adjusted

Operating Income


$

14,913



$

2,193



$

187



$

2,028



$

19,321













Add:











Depreciation and amortization


$

3,999



$



$



$

(2,028)



$

1,971













EBITDA


$

18,912



$

2,193



$

187



$



$

21,292


EBITDA Margin


2.7

%








3.1

%












 

($ In thousands)


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 Zenetex & HHB


Three Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

470,845




$

64,397



$

406,448









($ In thousands)


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 Zenetex & HHB


Three Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

336,063




$



$

336,063









Organic Revenue $






$

70,385


Organic Revenue %






20.9

%















 

($ In thousands)


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 Zenetex & HHB


Six Months Ended July 2, 2021 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

904,849




$

133,266



$

771,583









($ In thousands)


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 Zenetex & HHB


Six Months Ended July 3, 2020 As Reported – Organic








Revenue


$

687,797




$



$

687,797









Organic Revenue $






$

83,786


Organic Revenue %






12.2

%















 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Revenue by client branch, contract type, contract relationship, and geographic region for the periods presented below was as follows: 

Revenue by Client



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Army


$

310,638



66

%


$

227,351



68

%


$

567,987



63

%


$

474,906



69

%

Air Force


63,206



13

%


78,321



23

%


141,375



16

%


151,663



22

%

Navy


56,399



12

%


14,542



4

%


112,827



12

%


29,779



4

%

Other


40,602



9

%


15,849



5

%


82,660



9

%


31,449



5

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797





















Revenue by Contract Type



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Cost-plus and cost-reimbursable ¹


$

359,429



76

%


$

242,740



72

%


$

664,676



73

%


$

499,059



73

%

Firm-fixed-price


111,416



24

%


93,323



28

%


240,173



27

%


188,738



27

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797





















¹ Includes time and material contracts
































Revenue by Contract Relationship



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Prime contractor


$

440,040



93

%


$

314,345



94

%


$

843,303



93

%


$

647,738



94

%

Subcontractor


30,805



7

%


21,718



6

%


61,546



7

%


40,059



6

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797





















Revenue by Geographic Region



















Three Months Ended


Six Months Ended



July 2,




July 3,




July 2,




July 3,



(In thousands)


2021


%


2020


%


2021


%


2020


%

Middle East


$

258,488



55

%


$

215,968



64

%


$

498,500



55

%


$

453,905



66

%

United States


146,549



31

%


82,670



25

%


296,362



33

%


162,921



24

%

Europe


36,084



8

%


35,533



11

%


76,706



8

%


68,063



10

%

Asia


29,724



6

%


1,892



1

%


33,281



4

%


2,908



0

%

Total Revenue


$

470,845





$

336,063





$

904,849





$

687,797




 

CONTACT:

Vectrus
Mike Smith, CFA
719-637-5773
mike.smith@vectrus.com

SOURCE Vectrus, Inc.

Vectrus (VEC) – Outstanding Second Quarter Results

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Vectrus (VEC)
Outstanding Second Quarter Results

Vectrus Inc is a U.S.-based company that provides services to the U.S. government. It operates as one segment and offer facility and logistics services and information technology and network communications services. The information technology and network communications capabilities consist of communications systems operations and maintenance, management and service support, systems installation and activation, system-of-systems engineering and software development, and mission support for the department of defense. The facility and logistics service include airfield management, ammunition management, civil engineering, communications, emergency services, life support activities, public works, security, transportation operations and others.

Joe Gomes, Senior Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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    2Q21 Results. Vectrus’ 2Q21 revenue was a record $470.8 million, up 40.1% y-o-y, with organic growth of 21%. Adjusted EBITDA was $26.6 million, up from $6.7 million last year. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased 360 basis points to 5.6%. EPS was $1.35 compared to $0.09, while adjusted EPS was $1.52 in 2Q21 versus $0.31 last year. We had forecast revenue of $410 million, adjusted EBITDA of $20.3 million, and EPS of $0.95.

    Overall Operating Environment Remains Healthy.  With full operational capability in CENTCOM and growing capability in INDOPACOM, momentum continues to build. While some areas remain more restrictive than others, re-openings of bases following the pandemic is a positive for Vectrus. The Company continues to win awards, as evidenced by the recent $40 million Air Force awards …



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Kratos Defense Security (KTOS) – Awarded $338 million Contract We Expect More Contracts to Follow

Monday, August 09, 2021

Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS)
Awarded $338 million Contract; We Expect More Contracts to Follow

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a National Security technology provider with proprietary expertise in the area of unmanned aerial vehicles, electronics for missile defense systems, electronic warfare systems, satellite control and management systems and support services for emerging naval weapon systems. Commercial and state and local government revenues are about 25% of the total and comprise primarily of critical infrastructure monitoring and protection systems.

Joe Gomes, Senior Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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    Award. On Friday, the DoD announced Kratos has been awarded a five and a half year $338.1 million firm fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee and time-and-material contract for Lots 17-21 production, out-of-warranty-repairs, and contractor logistics support. The award is for target drones for the Air Force. Fiscal 2021 procurement funds in the amount of $30,499,362 were obligated at the time of award.

    And It Could Be More.  Historically, add-ons, such as for payloads, can increase the dollar value of the overall spend by about 30%. Meaning if Kratos received $60 million per year under the award from 2022-2027, add-ons could increase the overall annual amount received by an additional $18 million, if history is a guide …



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Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS) Awarded $338 million Contract; We Expect More Contracts to Follow

Monday, August 09, 2021

Kratos Defense & Security (KTOS)
Awarded $338 million Contract; We Expect More Contracts to Follow

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is a National Security technology provider with proprietary expertise in the area of unmanned aerial vehicles, electronics for missile defense systems, electronic warfare systems, satellite control and management systems and support services for emerging naval weapon systems. Commercial and state and local government revenues are about 25% of the total and comprise primarily of critical infrastructure monitoring and protection systems.

Joe Gomes, Senior Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Refer to the full report for the price target, fundamental analysis, and rating.

    Award. On Friday, the DoD announced Kratos has been awarded a five and a half year $338.1 million firm fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee and time-and-material contract for Lots 17-21 production, out-of-warranty-repairs, and contractor logistics support. The award is for target drones for the Air Force. Fiscal 2021 procurement funds in the amount of $30,499,362 were obligated at the time of award.

    And It Could Be More.  Historically, add-ons, such as for payloads, can increase the dollar value of the overall spend by about 30%. Meaning if Kratos received $60 million per year under the award from 2022-2027, add-ons could increase the overall annual amount received by an additional $18 million, if history is a guide …



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