Javelin Production Ramp Drives Supply Chain Expansion

Javelin production ramp drives supply chain expansion

Lockheed Martin and Raytheon are scaling up the Javelin missile supply chain as global demand continues to rise, with suppliers investing in capacity, tooling and infrastructure to support higher production rates, according to the companies. The effort centres on preparing a network of nearly 100 part-level suppliers and 25 major subcontractors, covering components ranging from propulsion systems to guidance electronics. Over the past year, supp…

Lockheed Martin expands Javelin anti-tank missile supply chain

The company said the past year has been dedicated to coordinating supplier actions, mitigating risks and making strategic investments. A key milestone was the completion of non-recurring engineering work across the supply base, including additional tooling, test equipment and expanded production space. The Javelin programme relies on a network of nearly 100 part-level suppliers and 25 major subcontractors. These suppliers provide components rang…