VSE Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2025 Results

Record Revenue and Profitability Increases FY 2025 Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA Margin Guidance Announces New and Renewal Program Awards

MIRAMAR, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- VSE Corporation (NASDAQ: VSEC, "VSE", or the "Company"), a leading provider of aviation aftermarket distribution and repair services, announced today results for the third quarter 2025.

THIRD QUARTER 2025 RESULTS(1)

(As compared to the Third Quarter 2024)

• Total Revenues of $282.9 million increased 38.9%
• GAAP Net Income of $3.6 million decreased 58.9%
• GAAP EPS (Diluted) of $0.17 decreased 63.8%
• Adjusted EBITDA(2) of $47.4 million increased 58.4%
• Adjusted Net Income(2) of $20.5 million increased 110.5%
• Adjusted EPS (Diluted)(2) of $0.99 increased 86.8%

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

“VSE delivered another quarter of record performance, reflecting the strength of our aviation aftermarket platform and disciplined execution of our 2025 operating plan,” said John Cuomo, President and Chief Executive Officer of VSE Corporation. “Our team continues to deliver on our strategic objectives, integrating recent acquisitions, capturing synergies, advancing OEM-licensed manufacturing, expanding MRO capabilities, and growing our organic pipeline. We were also pleased to announce a number of new business awards with key OEM distribution and MRO partners, supporting our continued organic growth in 2026 and beyond.”

Mr. Cuomo continued, “Our third quarter performance underscores the strength of our diversified aviation platform and the dedication of our employees worldwide. We are executing with discipline, driving operational efficiencies, and positioning VSE for sustained long-term growth and margin expansion.”

“VSE’s record third-quarter financial performance reflects strong execution across both our operational and strategic priorities,” said Adam Cohn, Chief Financial Officer of VSE Corporation. “During the quarter, we continued to strengthen our balance sheet and enhance cash generation through disciplined working-capital management. We are pleased to report that our adjusted net leverage ratio was approximately 2.0x at quarter-end. Based on our strong year-to-date results and our outlook for the remainder of 2025, we are raising our full-year revenue and Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance.”

PROGRAM AWARDS

• AMETEK Sensors and Fluid Management Systems (SFMS) and Hughes Treitler Renewals: Kellstrom Aerospace, a VSE Aviation company, extended its exclusive global distribution agreements for both AMETEK SFMS and Hughes Treitler product lines, including sensors and controls line replaceable units and piece parts, oil coolers, and heat exchangers.
• Eaton Used Serviceable Material Distribution Program: VSE Aviation expanded its strategic collaboration with Eaton to include a new distribution program for used serviceable material, complementing the existing hydraulic systems repair collaboration.
• Bridgestone Aircraft Tire Distribution Agreement: VSE Aviation was awarded a global distribution agreement from Bridgestone Aircraft Tire, providing access to new and retread tire programs supporting Boeing, Airbus, and regional aircraft operators.
• Defense MRO Expansion with V2X, Inc.: VSE Aviation signed a new long-term agreement to provide repair and overhaul services for engine fuel control units powering the U.S. Navy’s TH-73 Thrasher helicopter fleet, expanding the Company’s defense sustainment support.
• LuminUltra Partnership: VSE Aviation partnered with LuminUltra to distribute BugCount® Fuel, an innovative microbial fuel contamination testing solution for the aerospace market across North America.

THIRD QUARTER SEGMENT RESULTS

VSE Aviation segment revenue increased 38.9% year-over-year to a record $282.9 million in the third quarter of 2025 driven by strong execution of new and existing distribution programs, expanded MRO capacity, the addition of new product lines and repair capabilities, and contributions from recent acquisitions, all supported by solid end-market demand.

Aviation distribution revenue increased 48.7%, while MRO revenue grew 25.3% year-over-year. Segment operating income was $38.2 million, compared to $25.4 million in the prior-year period. Segment Adjusted EBITDA increased 51.2% to a record $50.4 million, representing a 17.8% margin, an improvement of approximately 140 basis points year-over-year. Margin expansion was driven by a higher mix of proprietary and higher-value aftermarket products and repair work, increased in-sourcing, sales from the OEM-licensed manufacturing program, and the earlier than expected realization of synergies from recent acquisitions.

FINANCIAL RESOURCES AND LIQUIDITY

The Company generated $24.1 million of operating cash flow and $18.0 million of free cash flow in the third quarter of 2025, representing an improvement of approximately $14 million and $14 million, respectively, versus the third quarter 2024, and improvement of approximately $76 million and $79 million, respectively, year-to-date compared to the same period in the prior year. As of September 30, 2025, the Company had $347 million in cash and unused commitment availability under its $400 million revolving credit facility maturing in 2030. As of September 30, 2025, VSE had total net debt outstanding of $347 million. Adjusted net leverage ratio was approximately 2.0x as of the end of the third quarter.

GUIDANCE

VSE is increasing full-year 2025 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance:

• Full-year 2025 revenue growth is expected to be 38% to 40%, raised from prior guidance of 35 to 40%.
• Aviation segment Adjusted EBITDA margin is expected to be between 17.0% to 17.25%, raised from prior guidance of 16.5% to 17%.
• Guidance assumes current market conditions and no significant changes in tariff or macroeconomic environment.

THIRD QUARTER RESULTS

THIRD QUARTER SEGMENT RESULTS

Following the divestiture of the Fleet segment, the Company operates under a single reportable operating segment. The reconciliation below provides transitional disclosure of Aviation's results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025 and 2024 to support comparability with prior period disclosures.

NON-GAAP MEASURES

In addition to the financial measures prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"), this earnings release also contains Non-GAAP financial measures. These measures provide useful information to investors, and a reconciliation of these measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measures and other information relating to these Non-GAAP measures is included in the supplemental schedules attached. These non-GAAP measures, however, have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for performance prepared in accordance with GAAP.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Adjusted Net Income from Continuing Operations and Adjusted EPS

EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

Segment EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

Free Cash Flow (a)

Net Debt

Net Leverage Ratio

The non-GAAP Financial Information set forth in this document is not calculated in accordance with GAAP under SEC Regulation G. The Company considers Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted EPS (Diluted), EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Acquisition Adjusted EBITDA, TTM Adjusted EBITDA, Segment Adjusted EBITDA, TTM Acquisition Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted unallocated corporate costs, net debt, adjusted net leverage ratio and free cash flow as non-GAAP financial measures and important indicators of performance and useful metrics for management and investors to evaluate the business' ongoing operating performance on a consistent basis across reporting periods. These non-GAAP financial measures, however, should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for performance measures prepared in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted Net Income represents Net Income adjusted for acquisition-related costs, other discrete items, and related tax impact. Management believes these acquisition-related costs and other discrete items provide useful information about nonrecurring costs and benefits to help users meaningfully evaluate and compare the Company's quarterly and year-to-date performance against prior periods. Adjusted EPS (Diluted) is computed by dividing net income, adjusted for the discrete items as identified above and the related tax impacts, by the diluted weighted average number of common shares outstanding. EBITDA represents net income before interest expense, income taxes, amortization of intangible assets and depreciation and other amortization. Management believes EBITDA provides useful information about the Company's operating performance as it isolates non-cash depreciation and amortization charges as well as interest expense and income taxes, which are non-operating items. Adjusted EBITDA represents EBITDA (as defined above) adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation and discrete items as identified above. Acquisition Adjusted EBITDA represents Adjusted EBITDA plus the pre-acquisition portion of EBITDA for the trailing twelve months. TTM Adjusted EBITDA represents Adjusted EBITDA as defined above for the trailing twelve months. TTM Acquisition Adjusted EBITDA includes pre-acquisition portion of EBITDA for the trailing twelve months that is not included in historical results. Adjusted unallocated corporate costs represents Unallocated corporate costs before depreciation and other amortization, adjusted for non-cash stock-based compensation and discrete items as identified above. Net debt is defined as principal amount of debt less debt issuance costs and less cash and cash equivalents. Free cash flow represents operating cash flow less capital expenditures. Adjusted Net leverage ratio is calculated as net debt divided by trailing twelve month Acquisition Adjusted EBITDA.

The Company has presented forward-looking statements regarding Adjusted EBITDA margin. This non-GAAP financial measure is derived by excluding certain amounts, expenses or income, from the corresponding financial measure determined in accordance with GAAP. The determination of the amounts that are excluded from this non-GAAP financial measure is a matter of management judgment and depends upon, among other factors, the nature of the underlying expense or income amounts recognized in a given period in reliance on the exception provided by item 10(e)(1)(i)(B) of Regulation S-K. The Company is unable to present a quantitative reconciliation of forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA margin to its most directly comparable forward-looking GAAP financial measure because such information is not available, and management cannot reliably predict all of the necessary components of such GAAP measure without unreasonable effort or expense. In addition, the Company believes such reconciliation would imply a degree of precision that would be confusing or misleading to investors. The unavailable information could have a significant impact on the Company's future financial results. This non-GAAP financial measure is a preliminary estimate and is subject to risks and uncertainties, including, among others, changes in connection with quarter-end and year-end adjustments. Any variation between the company's actual results and preliminary financial data set forth above may be material.

CONFERENCE CALL

A conference call will be held Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:30 P.M. ET to review the Company’s financial results and discuss recent events.

An audio webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation materials will be available in the Investor Relations section of VSE’s website at https://ir.vsecorp.com. A replay of the audio webcast will be available at the same location following the conclusion of the call.

ABOUT VSE CORPORATION

VSE is a leading provider of aviation distribution and repair services for the commercial and business and general aviation (BG&A) aftermarkets. Headquartered in Miramar, Florida, VSE is focused on significantly enhancing the productivity and longevity of its customers' high-value, business-critical assets. VSE’s aftermarket parts distribution and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services support engine component and engine and airframe accessory part distribution and repair services for commercial and BG&A operators. For more detailed information, please visit VSE's website at www.vsecorp.com.

Please refer to the Form 10-Q that will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on or about October 27, 2025 for more details on the Company's third quarter 2025 results. Also, refer to VSE’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 for further information and analysis of VSE’s financial condition and results of operations. VSE encourages investors and others to review the detailed reporting and disclosures contained in VSE’s public filings for additional discussion about the status of customer programs and contract awards, risks, revenue sources and funding, dependence on material customers, and management’s discussion of short- and long-term business challenges and opportunities.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This document contains certain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements, which are included in accordance with the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause VSE’s actual results and performance in future periods to be materially different from any future results or performance suggested by the forward-looking statements in this document. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, the Company can give no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from these expectations. “Forward-looking” statements, as such term is defined by the SEC in its rules, regulations and releases, represent the Company's expectations or beliefs, including, but not limited to, statements concerning the Company's operations, economic performance, financial condition, growth and acquisition strategies, investments and future operational plans. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “forecast,” “seek,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “could,” “estimate,” “might,” “continue,” “seeking” or the negative or other variations thereof or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements, by their nature, involve substantial risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the Company's control, and actual results may differ materially depending on a variety of important factors, including, but not limited to, factors identified in the Company's reports filed or expected to be filed with the SEC including the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and subsequent filings made with the SEC. All forward-looking statements made herein are qualified by these cautionary statements and risk factors and there can be no assurance that the actual results, events or developments referenced herein will occur or be realized. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward looking-statements, which reflect management's analysis only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

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INVESTOR CONTACT Michael Perlman VP, Investor Relations & Treasury T: (954) 547-0480 M: (561) 281-0247 investors@vsecorp.com

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