Amentum Holdings, Inc. has won a $425 million, three‑year contract with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) that will see the company manage program operations, training, and deployment of 350 pilots and mechanics. The award includes AI‑driven predictive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, and provides for two optional extension years, giving Amentum a long‑duration partnership with the state’s largest aerial firefighting fleet.
The contract builds on a long‑standing relationship that dates back to 2001, when Amentum’s predecessor, DynCorp International, began supporting CAL FIRE’s flight operations and aircraft maintenance. CAL FIRE operates nearly 70 fixed‑ and rotary‑wing aircraft—including C‑130 Hercules, S‑2T airtankers, UH‑1H Super Hueys, S‑70i FIREHAWK helicopters, and OV‑10 Bronco tactical aircraft—making the scope of Amentum’s responsibilities extensive and critical to California’s wildfire response.
From a business perspective, the award is a key milestone in Amentum’s strategy to capture high‑margin, long‑duration projects in critical infrastructure and defense‑related arenas. The contract will add to the company’s already robust backlog, which stood at $47.2 billion as of January 2, 2026, and will reinforce Amentum’s trajectory toward margin expansion and strategic growth in high‑value government contracts.
Dr. Karl Spinnenweber, president of Amentum’s Mission Solutions business, said, “Amentum brings advanced technical solutions, including AI‑driven predictive maintenance, repair and overhaul services, as well as world‑class logistics and deployment expertise to help the state safeguard communities and its economy.” The quote underscores the company’s focus on technology‑enabled service delivery and its commitment to California’s public safety.
The contract comes amid a growing national trend of year‑round wildfire activity, which has increased demand for robust aerial firefighting capabilities. Amentum’s diversified portfolio—spanning nuclear energy, critical digital infrastructure, and space systems—positions it to capitalize on this tailwind while maintaining a strong presence in the public‑sector services market.
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