Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing

Explore the Aerospace & Defence sector at Manufacturing Outlook, where we feature companies that shape the skies and fortify nations.

The Aerospace & Defence sector is dedicated to the design, development, and production of aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems. Each company ensures the integration of cutting-edge technology with robust safety measures, serving both civilians and national defence.

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Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing Corporate Stories

Unison : Pioneering Innovation in Aerospace and Beyond

With over 40 years of experience in the ever-evolving aerospace industry, Unison stands out as a leader of innovation and reliability.

By Jack Salter

CPI Aero, Inc. : First-Rate Aerospace Assembly and Integration

CPI Aero, Inc. is diligently solving the needs of North America’s defense and commercial aerospace sectors. We find out more from members of the business’s senior leadership team.

QinetiQ Target Systems : Navigating a Complex Threat Environment

Protecting the national security interests of customers, QinetiQ Target Systems delivers industry-leading solutions designed and developed for threat replication, military operational training, and weapon system tests and evaluations.

By Michael Sommerfield Ed Budds

Core Systems : Specialists in Tough Technology for Tough Territories and Terrains

In San Diego, Core Systems is an expert in providing top-of-the-line, rugged industrial and military-grade technology solutions.

By David Knott Rachel Carr

Navantia Australia : Innovation Where it Matters

Israel Lozano, Executive Managing Director, outlines Navantia Australia’s commitment to excellence and journey to deliver a sovereign design capability for Australia.

By Thomas Arnold Lily Sawyer

Lockheed Martin : Ahead of Ready

Identifying, tracking, and dealing with threats is imperative in national defense. Chandra Marshall, Vice President and General Manager of Lockheed Martin Radar and Sensor Systems, details how the company is at the forefront of threat detection.

Aerosonic : Avionics Precision, Accuracy, and Support

Since last speaking to Aerosonic, the company has progressed in its provision of complete air data systems to meet the demands of the biggest aerospace organizations.

By Michael Sommerfield Lucy Pilgrim

Saab Grintek Defence : At the Cutting Edge of Defence

Committed to continuous development and innovation, Saab Grintek Defence manufactures and develops integrated electronic warfare self-protection systems widely used across the global defence sector.

By Thomas Arnold Lily Sawyer

NewSpace Systems : Enabling Exploration through Innovation

At the forefront of the African aerospace manufacturing industry, NewSpace Systems is breaking boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in technological advancements while contributing to economic growth on the continent. CEO, James Barrington-Brown, tells us more.

By Thomas Arnold Rachel Carr

Kongsberg Defence Australia : Delivering World-Class Technology Systems

Manufacturing world-leading technology for the Australian Defence Force, Kongsberg Defence Australia is working together with industry partners and key suppliers to deliver proven and effective systems to both the Australian Army and Royal Australian Navy.

By Thomas Arnold Lucy Pilgrim