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Rocket company expands in Huntsville as Ukraine, Middle East conflicts drive demand: ‘Emerging opportunities’

by Miles Cooper
November 29, 2024
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  • Huntsville Aerospace Company Expands Missile Component Production⁤ in Response to Global Demands
    • Turbocharged Production Following International Conflicts
    • Significant​ Operational Growth Announced
    • Favorable Business Environment in ⁤Rocket City
    • Comprehensive Facilities Across Huntsville
    • Expanding Manufacturing Beyond Local Boundaries⁤

Huntsville Aerospace Company Expands Missile Component Production⁤ in Response to Global Demands

Turbocharged Production Following International Conflicts

An aerospace and defense firm based in Huntsville is poised to boost its output of missile⁢ components, fueled by rising worldwide demand stemming from ongoing hostilities in Ukraine and the Middle East. Aerojet Rocketdyne, a ⁢segment of L3Harris Technologies, is known for crafting essential parts ​for the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS). This rocket system’s effectiveness in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia has notably influenced global interest and orders.

Significant​ Operational Growth Announced

In 2022, Aerojet declared plans to broaden its operational footprint within Huntsville⁤ by leasing a substantial⁤ 379,000 square feet of space near the local airport. A ​representative from L3Harris indicated that this expansive facility would cater specifically⁢ to the production of inert components related ⁢to both MK 72 and MK 104 solid rocket motors designed for powering Standard Missiles. Additionally, it will ⁤manage components linked⁤ with programs such as Javelin missiles and GMLRS ⁤systems transitioning ‍from Camden, Arkansas to Huntsville.

“The large-scale facility provides ​ample capacity not‌ only for current production⁣ demands but also strategically positions us for upcoming opportunities,” the spokesperson shared with AL.com. In an impressive show of growth since 2016, the workforce at Aerojet’s Huntsville operations has increased sevenfold, reaching nearly 800 employees. Concurrently,‌ L3Harris’ financial support toward ⁢Aerojet has surged ​by over 40% annually.

Favorable Business Environment in ⁤Rocket City

Scott Alexander, President of Aerojet’s Missile ⁤Solutions division, emphasizes why Huntsville stands out as an appealing location: “The city provides a robust talent pool along with advantageous proximity to various governmental bodies and industry allies.” He further noted ⁤that consistent investments from L3Harris enable them to effectively ‌seize​ new prospects within this thriving aerospace hub‍ dubbed “Rocket City.”

Comprehensive Facilities Across Huntsville

Aerojet ‌operates three critical sites within Huntsville: the headquarters for its Missile Solutions sector located in Cummings Research Park along with⁣ two advanced manufacturing‌ centers situated one each at North ‌Huntsville Industrial Park and Jetplex Industrial Park near ‌Huntsville Airport. ⁢The representative elaborated on their⁣ operational focus: “Our manufacturing plants⁣ are dedicated primarily⁣ to producing inert solid rocket ‌motor components required for key defense programs such as THAAD (Terminal⁢ High Altitude Area Defense) systems.”

Expanding Manufacturing Beyond Local Boundaries⁤

Beyond their endeavors in Huntsville alone, L3Harris is significantly enhancing production capabilities across various locations nationwide. The spokesperson‌ stated: “With both⁤ private initiatives as well as government funding being funneled into our efforts,” they are establishing additional facilities across multiple ‍sites and‌ ramping up ⁣capacity—evidenced⁢ by plans for a dedicated⁣ ~60,000 square foot manufacturing unit aimed specifically at GMLRS production​ at their Camden site.”

By adapting strategic operations amid global⁣ unrest⁢ while expanding their workforce infrastructure ⁢significantly since recent ‍years’⁣ escalation—Aerojet Rocketdyne illustrates how innovation coupled with location advantages can‍ help ‌meet escalating defense needs on ‍a ⁤broader scale.

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