Bowhead is a government contracting company that provides engineers, technicians, and support professionals for mission-critical national defense work. The firm operates through a network of more than 30 subsidiary companies and employs approximately 3,000 people. Its services span engineering, technical and mission-critical support, and defense mission support for government and federal contracts.
Work is carried out across worldwide contract locations, with the company headquartered in Springfield. Bowhead serves the defense, national security, government contracting, and federal services sectors. The organisation is Alaska Native shareholder-owned, with roots in Arctic and Alaska Native heritage.
The company states that its working culture is guided by Iñupiat values, among them paammaaġigñiq (cooperation), alongside preparation, adaptability, and respect. Recognition is given through "Live the Values" awards covering humility, family kinship, and conflict resolution. Bowhead describes its environment as warm, compassionate, and humorous, and notes that the wisdom of Elders is honoured and every person's contribution matters.
