The U.S. Army has awarded Elbit Systems of America a $120.5 million contract to develop a next-generation Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC) capability, aimed at transforming how soldiers gather information, make decisions, and operate in complex combat environments.

The contract, awarded under the Army’s Other Transaction Authority (OTA) framework, will see Elbit America build an advanced system designed to deliver real-time situational awareness directly to soldiers in the field. The technology integrates live multi-spectral sensors, assured positioning, and networking capabilities into an intuitive head-borne interface, enabling troops to access critical operational data without interrupting movement or combat tasks.

According to the company, SBMC is designed to enhance both the speed and quality of battlefield decision-making by providing continuous situational awareness and real-time intelligence sharing across units. By distributing visual intelligence and threat data among soldiers, the system aims to turn squads into interconnected, sensor-enabled teams capable of operating effectively even in contested or degraded environments.