V2X, Inc. 10-Q Filing Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
Company: V2X, Inc.
Filing Type: Form 10-Q (Quarterly Report)
Period Ended: April 3, 2026
Business Overview: V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions primarily to defense customers globally, operating as a single segment. Key capabilities include multi-domain high impact readiness, integrated supply chain management, assured communications, and platform renewal. The primary customer is the U.S. Department of War (DoW).
Key Financial Metrics
| Metric (in thousands) | Q1 2026 | Q1 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $1,254,128 | $1,015,923 |
| Cost of Revenue | $1,148,310 | $937,820 |
| Operating Income | $44,090 | $34,298 |
| Net Income | $18,925 | $8,107 |
| Diluted EPS | $0.60 | $0.25 |
| Operating Margin | 3.5% | 3.4% |
| Cash & Equivalents (End of Period) | $208,666 | $169,062 |
| Net Cash Used in Operating Activities | $(129,910) | $(95,464) |
| Total Debt (Carrying Value) | $1,100,798 | $1,098,169 |
Note: Total Debt includes Short-term debt ($14,935) and Long-term debt, net ($1,060,928) as of April 3, 2026.
Material Changes vs. Prior Period
- Revenue Growth: Revenue increased by $238.2 million (23.4%) year-over-year, driven by program ramp-ups in global training and mission readiness. Growth was led by the U.S. ($233.1M increase), Europe ($9.0M increase), and Asia ($0.1M increase), partially offset by a $4.0M decrease in the Middle East.
- Profitability: Operating income rose 28.5% to $44.1 million. Net income surged 133.4% to $18.9 million, aided by the absence of a $2.2 million loss on extinguishment of debt recorded in Q1 2025.
- Expense Trends: Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses increased 40.9% to $61.7 million, reflecting revenue growth and non-recurring integration initiatives. Cost of revenue increased 22.4%, consistent with revenue volume.
- Cash Flow: Net cash used in operating activities increased to $129.9 million (from $95.5 million outflow in prior year). This was primarily due to a $102.0 million net cash outflow from the sale of receivables through the MARPA Facility and working capital fluctuations.
- Contract Mix: Time-and-materials revenue grew significantly by 348.4% to $129.0 million, while cost-plus revenue grew 20.7%.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
- Backlog: Total backlog stands at $13.8 billion as of April 3, 2026, comprising $2.29 billion in funded backlog and $11.51 billion in unfunded backlog. Funded orders received in Q1 2026 were $1.2 billion.
- Significant Contract Update: The U.S. Department of the Army notified V2X on April 14, 2026, of its intent to modify the scope of the LOGCAP V - Kuwait Task Order beyond the current performance period (June 30, 2026). This could result in a reduction of work. The impact on financial performance is currently undetermined.
- Government Funding: The FY 2026 defense budget was passed at approximately $839 billion. The FY 2027 budget request is $1.45 trillion, though subject to congressional debate and potential shifts in funding priorities.
- Cybersecurity: The company disclosed a cybersecurity incident in 2025 where an unauthorized third party accessed internal systems and removed data. Management believes this has not had a material adverse effect on financial condition, and costs are expected to be covered by insurance.
- Liquidity: The company maintains $208.7 million in cash and $479.0 million in available revolver capacity. Management believes this is sufficient to fund operations for the next 12 months.
Investor Verification Checklist
- LOGCAP V Scope Reduction: Verify the final terms of the scope modification for the Kuwait Task Order and its specific impact on future revenue recognition.
- Operating Cash Flow Volatility: Analyze the sustainability of operating cash flows given the significant outflow related to the MARPA Facility receivables sale in Q1 2026.
- Contract Estimates: Review the $1.1 million decrease in operating income due to cumulative contract adjustments in Q1 2026 versus the $4.2 million increase in the prior year.
- Debt Covenants: Confirm continued compliance with the 4.75:1.00 consolidated total net leverage ratio and 2.00:1.00 interest coverage ratio covenants under the 2023 Credit Agreement.
- Cybersecurity Remediation: Monitor updates regarding the 2025 cybersecurity incident to ensure no latent material costs or regulatory penalties arise.