THAAD

Abstract

The THAAD system provides a capability to intercept and destroy short-range, medium-range, and limited intermediate-range missile threats inside or outside the atmosphere during the terminal phase of flight. THAAD continues the development and integration of multiple, independent system builds to address the evolving threat, improve reliability, availability and readiness, defense planning, and improved capability to engage Short-Range Ballistic Missile, Medium-Range Ballistic Missile, and limited Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile threats. THAAD Development continues the development and integration of multiple, independent system builds to deliver enhanced system capabilities and expand the defense of allies and deployed forces from short to limited intermediate-range threats. Program Operations provides strategic planning, program integration, cost estimating, contracting, financial management, internal reviews and audits, earned-value management and program assessments for the THAAD Program Office. Project Redwood details are provided at a Higher Classification reported in accordance with Title 10, United States Code, Section 119 (a)(1) in the Special Access Program Annual Report to Congress. THAAD Program Support provides communications and interoperability efforts to support the Materiel Release process, maintaining safety and mission assurance and the ability to operate on multiple networks.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2025
Source ID
MD07_0603881C_4_0400_PB_2025

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  • Defense Financial Management and Audit.
  • Missile Defense Systems.

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