P&W Awarded Follow-on Contract to Supply TJ150 Engines for Leidos' Small Cruise Missile

March 10, 2026

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, was awarded a follow-on contract from Leidos Dynetics to supply TJ150 engines for their AGM-190A small cruise missile.

The TJ150 is a compact, high-performance turbojet engine that can be manufactured quickly, with proven reliability and scalability in both production volume and size. With over 150-pounds of thrust, it can operate at high altitudes and is designed to power a variety of autonomous systems and weapons for domestic and international customers.

"Meeting today's mission demands requires speed and reliable performance, and the TJ150 engine delivers on both," said Jessica Villardi, vice president of Fighter and Mobility Programs at Pratt & Whitney. "The engine's performance and availability make it an ideal fit for effectors, as it provides consistent thrust and supports seamless vehicle integration."

Today, the TJ150 powers several missile applications, with over 2,700 engines delivered to customers globally. Pratt & Whitney is also incorporating additive manufacturing into TJ150 development engines, with production flexibility, expanded supply base solutions, speed and cost at the heart of its initiative to expedite engine development.

Source : RTX Corporation