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The aerospace and defense industry is a cornerstone of national security and a key driver of economic growth. With U.S. defense spending leading globally, the top 10 U.S. aerospace and defense contractors are poised for significant growth amid rising geopolitical tensions. These companies, ranked by defense revenue using 2024 data, represent compelling opportunities for investors seeking exposure to this critical sector. From Lockheed Martin’s dominance with $64.7 billion in defense revenue to Amentum’s specialized engineering services, each contractor brings unique strengths. Companies like Northrop Grumman and RTX are pushing the boundaries of innovation with hypersonic weapons and advanced sensors, while HII remains indispensable in naval shipbuilding. Meanwhile, Boeing and General Dynamics continue to balance commercial and defense operations, ensuring diversified revenue streams. As global demand for advanced military technologies grows, understanding these contractors’ strategies and capabilities is essential for investors. The sector’s reliance on cutting-edge technologies like AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems underscores its long-term potential. #AerospaceIndustry #DefenseContractors #InvestmentOpportunities https://lnkd.in/essj4zhX

🇺🇸 Super Hornets for USAF 🇺🇸 This jet is being sustained by the USN for another 20 years (easily). The USAF needs to leverage the strength and mutual investment in this production line and pledge to buy Super Hornets through 2035. Adding robust EW capabilities is the same strategy F-15EX is using, and I’m all for it. F-16 has done the same with IVIEWS. 4th Gen mass with efficient 5th Gen force packaging is the way. MORE HAMMERS, MORE NAILS. Super Hornet with Legion 2.0 and ADVEW and SM-6? Yes please. Nothing “low observable” is safe. Keep this production line open. Benefits: 1. Shared logistics (USN, USAF, CAN, AUS) 2. Shared basing options overseas 3. Resilient supply chain aided by USN’s ability to move globally Write your congressional leadership. Thoughts my own. Boeing Defense, Space & Security Office of Senator Roger F. Wicker

The U.S. Navy has awarded Collins Aerospace a follow-on contract worth up to $904 million over five years, reinforcing the company’s critical role in advancing the Navy’s Cooperative Engagement Capability system. This system integrates sensors across surface, land, and air platforms, enhancing the Navy’s Integrated Fire Controls and supporting its Distributed Maritime Operations strategy. Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation, has long been a trusted partner in aerospace and defense innovation. This contract underscores the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge technologies that strengthen national security. As the sole provider of the CEC system, Collins Aerospace continues to modernize the Navy’s combat and weapons systems, ensuring readiness in an increasingly complex global landscape. This contract is more than a financial milestone—it’s a strategic investment in the future of U.S. defense capabilities. By expanding weapon and sensor coordination, increasing interoperability, and integrating new data sources, Collins Aerospace is shaping the future of maritime defense. This partnership highlights the importance of collaboration between the defense industry and the military to address evolving threats. Collins Aerospace’s legacy of innovation dates back to 1933, and today, the company remains a global leader in aerospace technology. With a workforce of 68,000 employees and a diverse portfolio, Collins Aerospace is driving advancements that ensure its customers remain at the forefront of innovation. This contract is a testament to the company’s expertise and its pivotal role in national security. #AerospaceInnovation #NationalSecurity #DefenseTechnology Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ePAt-7iy

Mobix Labs, Inc. has reached a significant milestone with the delivery of its advanced EMI-filtered connectors for the US Navy's Tomahawk Cruise Missile system. These connectors, integral to the new Block V Tomahawks, help ensure electronic resilience in the face of electromagnetic interference. We have also partnered with Arrow Electronics to bring our EMI filtering products to broader markets, initially focusing on the defense and aerospace sectors. This marks an exciting step forward, positioning Mobix Labs to capture new opportunities in defense and aerospace applications, ensuring our advanced connectivity solutions play a crucial role in the evolving landscape of national security. #Defense #Aerospace #Military #Tomahawk

Bravo - more of this!!! “The “Big 5” defense companies, while peerless in developing military platforms such as tanks, ships, and missiles, are not the nation’s leading innovators when it comes to sharing information across systems. The information revolution has instead occurred in the civilian sector, driven by companies outside the defense ecosystem who often perceive barriers to doing business with the Department of Defense.1 Therefore, PEO IWS is working across our portfolio to grow the weapon-system industrial base, drive competition, and connect the expertise of the traditional defense industry with the innovation and agility of commercial technology developers.” https://lnkd.in/eBkMWJXt

Big moves in the aerospace and defense sector! Northrop Grumman’s $3.4 billion contract with the U.S. Navy for the E-130J TACAMO system highlights the ongoing innovation and modernization in U.S. defense manufacturing. Exciting times for an industry driving national security and technological advancements. #AerospaceAndDefense #Innovation #DefenseTechnology

Taking Defense to New Heights: Lighter, Faster, More Advanced ✈️ The next generation of defense aerospace demands cutting-edge technology! AMETEK EIP's #hermetic connectors and packaging are the answer, ensuring that electronic systems can reliably withstand the harshest environments. Why choose AMETEK EIP for your defense needs? ✔️Unbreakable Durability: Conquer the harshest missions. ✔️Infinite Customization: Solutions tailored to your exact needs. ✔️Proven Legacy: Unmatched quality, built on trust. Our electronic components, interconnect technologies, and sealed packaging solutions serve OEMs across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, military, and space, on a global scale. Read our brochure 👇 #AMETEKEIP #Defense #HermeticConnectors

U.S. Prime Defense Contractors have accumulated Billion-Dollar Losses in fixed-price development and production contracts awarded by the government due to delay, cost over-runs, etc. The latest charges raise Lockheed’s historic losses to $1.4 billion on the classified program in Missiles & Fire Control (M&FC) business. All losses reported so far on the classified Aeronautics program now add up to $825 million. Boeing’s reach-forward losses on five such programs awarded since 2011 now total more than $18 billion. Last year, Northrop Grumman also posted a $1.56 billion charge on the fixed-price production phase of the B-21 Raider bomber program. What are the problems? “We’ve gone from today’s problem, to today’s problem, to today’s problem, and that’s because we’re not looking around the corner enough on these programs,” Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said. ____________________________________________ https://lnkd.in/gsMJFD_p

Lockheed Martin Australia and Thales Australia have signed a Teaming Agreement to explore the opportunities to advance the development and production of Solid Rocket Motors (SRM) for the Australian market. The purpose of the agreement is to collaborate, qualify and produce Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) Solid Rocket Motors and other components in support of the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise. The Teaming Agreement production effort will focus on jointly developed tasks to produce an Australian SRM System, as well as to explore supply chain options to establish Australian industrial capability for related components. The collaboration will assess the possibility of future potential design, development, production or co-production of sub-components of the GMLRS missiles, and potentially inform Commonwealth considerations in establishing a resilient GWEO Enterprise that is globally competitive and may include the domestic manufacture of SRMs ranging from simple rockets to large, complex strategic motors. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/gRDtuwKS

👨✈️ Harnessing Military Test and Evaluation for Mission Success 👨✈️ When we think of Test and Evaluation (T&E) in the military, aerospace testing often comes to mind—aircraft systems, munitions, and avionics. But T&E goes far beyond that, touching every discipline, domain, and aspect of our integrated military forces. It’s the backbone of ensuring that our military capabilities are safe, reliable, and effective across all operational scenarios. T&E rigorously assesses new aircraft systems, advanced weapons technologies, and avionics functions in aerospace. Each component is subjected to a series of stringent tests designed to validate performance under extreme conditions—from high-speed manoeuvres to the harshest weather environments. These evaluations do more than just meet performance standards; they ensure our platforms' safety, resilience, and longevity in the field. But T&E’s role isn’t confined to the skies. It’s equally critical in other military domains. Whether we’re testing the endurance of armoured vehicles on rugged terrains, evaluating the robustness of communication systems in the face of electronic warfare, or conducting live-fire exercises to verify the reliability of our weapons systems, T&E is the key to ensuring our forces are prepared for any challenge. Our work in T&E demands a fusion of high-quality engineering, systems integration expertise, environmental science and software development. Coupled with a deep understanding of operational requirements and military standards, T&E is about pushing systems to their limits—and beyond. So, when our military needs them most, they don’t just perform; they excel. Want to learn more about our T&E capabilities? Visit our Capability Statement at https://lnkd.in/gkDkM9nX or contact us today. #TestAndEvaluation #Aerospace #Military #Engineer #Engineering #Innovation #Ascent #ATeam #Defence #DefenceIndustry