Dallas, March 19, 2026 — AECOM has been awarded a position on the U.S. Missile Defense Agency’s Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) contract, a landmark program with a ceiling value of $151 billion.
The AECOM SHIELD contract award marks a significant milestone for the global infrastructure firm, reinforcing its role in delivering mission-critical defense infrastructure across the United States.
Supporting a Next-Generation Defense Initiative
The SHIELD contract is structured as an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) agreement, enabling rapid deployment of projects and services to strengthen national missile defense capabilities.
The program focuses on:
- Modernizing critical defense infrastructure
- Enhancing operational readiness
- Accelerating delivery of innovative, layered defense systems
Broad Scope of Services
Under the contract, AECOM will provide a comprehensive range of professional services, including:
- Planning and advisory
- Design and engineering
- Program and construction management
These services will support the modernization of facilities essential to the U.S. missile defense network.
Strategic Importance
The SHIELD program is considered a once-in-a-generation initiative aimed at upgrading the nation’s defense infrastructure to meet evolving security challenges.
AECOM’s appointment reflects:
- Over 100 years of experience in infrastructure delivery
- Proven expertise in supporting defense programs globally
- Strong partnerships with U.S. federal agencies
Leadership Perspective
Company leadership emphasized the significance of the award in strengthening national security capabilities.
The contract underscores the trust placed in AECOM to deliver high-performance, mission-critical solutions aligned with the strategic priorities of the Missile Defense Agency.
Company Profile
AECOM, a Fortune 500 company, reported $16.1 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2025 and operates across sectors including infrastructure, energy, transportation, water, and buildings.
Outlook
The AECOM SHIELD contract award positions the company at the forefront of one of the largest defense infrastructure programs in the United States.
As the SHIELD initiative progresses, AECOM is expected to play a key role in delivering resilient, scalable, and technologically advanced infrastructure that supports the nation’s long-term security objectives.
