This $266 million contract with the U.S. Space Force involves executing 12 suborbital launches, expected to commence no earlier than the end of 2026.The contract awarded by the U.S. Space Force’s Rocket Systems Launch Program will enhance Rocket Lab’s capabilities in national security missions.Work will be performed at the Pacific Spaceport Complex in Alaska and is expected to be completed by December 31, 2028.This significant deal underscores the company’s position as a leader in the launch services sector.RKLB Technical Analysis: Trend, Support And ResistanceRocket Lab’s stock has shown a notable performance over the past year, gaining approximately 41.68%. Currently, the stock is trading about 16.7% below its 20-day simple moving average (SMA) of $80.67, indicating a bearish short-term trend. The moving average convergence divergence (MACD) is below its signal line, suggesting that upward momentum is fading unless the stock can reclaim that baseline.Key Resistance: $78.50 — a nearby level where rebounds can stall, reflecting a significant pivot point. Key Support: $64.00 — a level where buyers previously stepped in, indicating potential buying interest.RKLB Earnings Preview And Analyst RatingsThe countdown is on: Rocket Lab Corporation Common Stock is set to report earnings on August 10, 2026 (confirmed).