Lockheed Again “Top” Contractor
Lockheed leads the “Defense News Top 100” list of the largest global defense firms with Boeing, BAE, Northrop and Raytheon rounding out the top 5.
Senate May Debate 2015 NDAA
After recent uncertainty, bipartisan optimism spread through the Senate last week that it would begin work on the 2015 NDAA after the upcoming recess.
Wind Farm Delay Possible
Sen. Mikulski placed language in the defense bill that could prevent the wind farm from proceeding until a turbine side effects study is completed.
DoD Contracting Competition Analysis
DoD contracts awarded without competition rose from 39 percent in 2009 to 42 percent in 2012 and in 2013 the contracting non-compete rate rose again.
DoD Defends Troubled F-35 Rollout
F-35 complexities involve millions of lines of code, an integrated stealth design that includes advanced sensors, radars and electronic warfare capability.
Broitman Resigns Key DoD Contracting Post
Ms. Broitman’s position serves as a principal, and vital, contact between the DoD and defense contracting industry leaders.
Defining the Future of K-MAX
NAVAIR is now working with the Marine Corps on formal requirements and new concepts of K-MAX operations.
International F-35 Sales Boost Lockheed
The aeronautics division saw revenue rising from $3.41 billion to $3.86 billion and operating profit from $407 million to $453 million.
The Top 20 UAS Manufacturers
A photo review of the 20 UAS manufacturers considered as having the greatest potential impact in coming years.
Defense Contractors Look to World Market
More than 230 American defense contractors were at the Farnborough International Airshow along with a large contingent of top US government officials.
