Exelis reports first quarter 2015 financial results

Revenue from continuing operations increases 5 percent over the first quarter of 2014
Operating margin from continuing operations increases 400bps to 13.2 percent; C4ISR segment operating income increases 85% over the first quarter of 2014
Earnings per share from continuing operations up 55 percent over the first quarter of 2014

MCLEAN, Va. — (BUSINESS WIRE) — May 6, 2015 — Exelis (NYSE: XLS) reported financial results for the first quarter of 2015. First-quarter revenue from continuing operations was $785 million, a five percent increase from the first quarter of 2014. First-quarter operating income from continuing operations was $104 million, a 51 percent improvement from the first quarter of 2014. First-quarter diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.31 per share, a 55 percent increase from the first quarter of 2014. The company reported $(17) million in first quarter cash from continuing operations an improvement of $91 million from the prior period.

The company secured $700 million in orders in the first quarter of 2015, including new business in its strategic growth platforms. Key announcements during the quarter included:

Over $30 million in electronic warfare awards for both U.S. and international customers;
Over $25 million in Carriage and Release programs for the F-35 and MQ-9 Reaper programs;
A multi-million dollar contract from Airbus to provide center wing box struts for the A350 XWB aircraft;
The launch of the Global Aviation Solutions business area within the Information Services segment and new contracts with the Port of Seattle, Los Angeles Airport and Singapore Changi Airport; and
Over $17 million in communications and night vision awards.

“First-quarter revenue and profitability growth reflect the strength of our current backlog and improvements in our operational efficiency,” said Exelis CEO and President David F. Melcher. “As we move toward closing the merger with Harris Corporation, I am proud of our employees’ continued commitment to the Exelis growth strategy and delivering our customers and shareholders outstanding capabilities and value.”

Segment Results

C4ISR Electronics and Systems

C4ISR Electronics and Systems first-quarter 2015 revenue was $508 million, up 6 percent from the same period in 2014 primarily due to higher revenue on environmental sensing satellite payloads and international electronic warfare products. First-quarter 2015 operating income from continuing operations was $74 million, up 85 percent from the first quarter of 2014, driven by favorable sales mix and lower restructuring costs and SG&A.

Information and Technical Services

Information and Technical Services first-quarter 2015 revenue from continuing operations was $277 million, an increase of 3 percent from the same period in 2014, driven by higher activity on Civil and Aerospace program area contracts. First-quarter operating income from continuing operations was $30 million, up 3 percent from the first quarter of 2014.

About Exelis

Exelis is a diversified, top-tier global aerospace, defense, information and services company that leverages a greater than 50-year legacy of deep customer knowledge and technical expertise to deliver affordable, mission-critical solutions for global customers. Exelis is a leader in positioning and navigation, sensors, air traffic management solutions, image processing and distribution, communications and information systems; and focused on strategic growth in the areas of critical networks, ISR and analytics, electronic warfare and composite aerostructures. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Exelis employs approximately 10,000 people and generated 2014 sales of approximately $3.3 billion. For more information, visit our website at www.exelisinc.com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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