Raytheon.
defunct American industrial corporation (1922–2020)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The United States Air Force tested the HAWC missile, which was developed by Raytheon.Some support1 report
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Raytheon and Lockheed Martin are securing multi-billion dollar contracts for missile sales to NATO forces in Europe.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Alimentation Couche-Tard acquired retail assets from Irving Oil, and Raytheon produced Standard Missile-3 Block IB interceptors.Some support1 report
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Amid the Iran war depleting stockpiles, defense companies like Raytheon and Pratt & Whitney are ramping up production of critical systems like F-35 engines and missile systems for the defense business.Well supported12 reports1 development inside
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Raytheon supplied munitions utilized in military operations against Iran.Some support1 report
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The Office of Naval Research (ONR) awarded a contract to Raytheon to develop radar systems, leveraging prior ONR initiatives.Some support1 report
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Morocco and Israel discussed the acquisition of a joint air defense system developed by Rafael and Raytheon.Some support2 reports
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Coyote drone capabilities are being upgraded and a rocket-powered variant was unveiled by Raytheon, utilizing technology from Russia and Iran.Some support1 report
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Navy and Congress awarded multiple contracts and funding for missile development programs involving BAE Systems, Leidos, and Raytheon.Some support1 report1 development inside
Earlier this month
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Raytheon will perform work at facilities in Huntsville and Tucson to address depleted stockpiles following Middle East conflicts.Well supported3 reports
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The Pentagon has tasked defense manufacturers, including Raytheon, to increase missile production in Arizona.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Tata Advanced Systems Limited, JJV, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon form a joint venture with the Indian Army to co-produce Javelin missiles in India.Well supported37 reports
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Raytheon is scaling its workforce operations in Southern Arizona.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Tom Cotton attended a defense interceptor ceremony highlighting Iron Dome protection and Raytheon's role in interceptor facilities.Some support2 reports
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Raytheon was awarded a contract for a smart bomb, while Harvard provided a chemical solution for warfare amid massive defense acquisitions.Some support1 report
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Jonathan Cain joined Raytheon as senior engineering manager, while Maida became chief misfit at Modular Misfits, and Jason Thomas took a lead role in a Navy office.Some support1 report
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CNN reported that financial disclosures showed Donald Trump's portfolio included shares in companies like Raytheon, Microsoft, and Amazon.Some support1 report
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Defense manufacturing peers, including Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and Raytheon, are producing NGJ-MB pods for the Australian government.Some support2 reports
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Rocket Lab secured contracts with SDA and Raytheon, alongside ongoing Neutron development and Iridium deal status.Some support2 reports
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CUNY, funded by state tax dollars, is investing in defense contractors and private prison companies whose work supports settlements in occupied territories.Some support1 report
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Raytheon, Duke University, and Tingjun Chen are involved in the RAPTORS project.Some support2 reports
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CCA development is underway amid war concerns with Iran, with Navy seeking contracts and Raytheon winning Tomahawk contracts.Some support2 reports
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Covenant raised capital from investors, including 8VC, and confirmed its production of long-range precision missiles in Dallas.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The University of Mississippi is the sole corporate partner of AIAA, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.Some support1 report
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China is restricting critical mineral supply chain access, impacting major defense industry players Raytheon and Boeing.Some support1 report
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An individual worked with radar equipment at Raytheon.Some support1 report
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Raytheon and Cisco announced a joint effort in 2010 to provide grants and resources to the Wounded Warrior Project.Some support1 report
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Raytheon is testing an AI tool for predictive maintenance on the Osprey fleet, involving the U.S. Department of Defense.Some support1 report
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Raytheon operates a manufacturing facility in Mississippi and contributes to the state's economic development.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Raytheon completed an expansion in Forest, Mississippi, benefiting the state's economy.Some support1 report
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Raytheon and Boeing were awarded contracts for B-52 radar production and bomb rack modernization.Some support2 reports
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Raytheon is developing the AIM-424 long-range air-to-air missile for US Navy fleet defense and air domain overmatch.Well supported9 reports
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Raytheon secured a $22.9 billion contract for Tomahawk missiles amid defense spending driven by the war with Iran.Well supported9 reports
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Lockheed Martin has integrated the Sanctum counter-drone system into its portfolio.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Legacy defense contractors like Boeing and Raytheon are facing pressure from the Pentagon regarding production speed and cost management.Some support6 reports3 developments inside
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Raytheon and Boeing signed framework agreements with the War Department to expand defense production capacity.Some support2 reports
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Raytheon and Boeing are jointly producing critical hardware for the SM-3 defense system.Some support3 reports
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Reports detail defense tech funding efforts aimed at serving UK and allied security interests in the large defense industry market.Some support1 report
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Raytheon secured a $745M contract for interceptor production, expanding facilities in Alabama and Tucson with Japanese partners.Well supported6 reports
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Raytheon and Composite Energy Technologies formed a partnership to develop subsea robotic systems.Some support5 reports
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MDA awarded Raytheon a $745.4 million contract, while the U.S. Army also awarded a contract for TOW support.Some support2 reports
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The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is managing receiver programs for the GPS enterprise, with the Next Gen OCX system being built by Raytheon.Well supported3 reports
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Raytheon used the Wallops Island site for radar testing and provided SPY-6 radar for DDG modernization.Some support1 report
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Production issues strain the supply chain for interceptors, leading to calls for joint production agreements between defense companies.Some support1 report
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US and China trade tensions are impacting major tech and defense firms through procurement bans and sanctions.Some support10 reports1 development inside
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Raytheon's stock price rose in pre-market trading after being awarded an $1.8 billion contract extension for SPY-6 radars.Some support2 reports
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John DeSimone held senior leadership roles at IBM Global Services, General Dynamics IT, and served as president of Raytheon’s Cybersecurity business.Some support1 report
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Pratt & Whitney is holding talks with Raytheon while attending the Farnborough Airshow in England.Some support1 report1 development inside
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James Gray has been appointed as the managing director of Raytheon UK.Some support2 reports
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Raytheon and Leonardo are providing leading AESA radar systems to global navies.Some support2 reports
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Arizona is attracting major employers including Raytheon, Lucid, and LG Energy Solution.Some support1 report
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Taiwan utilizes a Raytheon-developed radar system to monitor and track missile launches from mainland China in the South China Sea.Some support1 report
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Raytheon and Diehl are sourcing subcomponents across Europe to jointly produce the guidance section for Stinger missiles, supporting NATO requirements via NSPA.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Germany purchased Raytheon Stinger missiles, highlighting the need for European production volume to meet NATO requirements.Some support3 reports
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Raytheon is shifting its production and maintenance operations to Europe.Some support1 report1 development inside
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NATO and Raytheon are expanding co-production feasibility studies for AMRAAM in partnership with the U.S. government.Some support1 report
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Harry E. Johnson, a West Point graduate, worked with Raytheon on defense technologies and his expertise applies to airport operations at Norfolk International Airport.Some support1 report
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Elizabeth Warren is scrutinizing the revolving door between defense contractors like Raytheon and government roles, including Air Force appointments.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Raytheon is expanding its Portsmouth facility, with Rhode Island offering tax credits for the expansion, which involves Ace Endico Corporation and promises 150 new jobs.Some support1 report
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US defense contractors like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Mercury Systems are responding to global geopolitical tensions and conflicts.Well supported9 reports4 developments inside
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What's reaching Raytheon
Events traced to Raytheon, step by step, newest first- US decision on interceptor production could affect Raytheon's PAC-2 salesRaytheon's PAC-2 market share may be affected by US production decisionsPossible
- Military operations against Iran could boost defense contractor RaytheonMilitary operations against Iran may increase demand for defense systemsPossible
- China's export controls may restrict Raytheon's defense businessRaytheon faces export restrictions from China following US tech blacklistingReported
- How will China's new export controls affect Raytheon?China bans products from Raytheon in its public procurement systemReported
Around Raytheon this week
News at the entities that move Raytheon most-
Lockheed Martin StructuralNvidia chips require specialized connectors, and all three companies are defense contractors in the same segment.Moves Raytheon
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RTX StructuralLockheed Martin, RTX, and Pratt & Whitney are competing in the defense market, with LMT facing F-35 program risks and RTX benefiting from P&W's commercial growth.Moves Raytheon
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Missile Defense Agency TransactionalAgencies coordinate an event focused on health awareness involving the Missile Defense Agency and Redstone Arsenal.Moves Raytheon
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Patriot StructuralNATO summit in Ankara discussed Ukraine's defense needs, including Patriot systems, with Trump and Vance involved.Moves Raytheon
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Pratt & Whitney StructuralIn 2007, test pilots at Patuxent River evaluated the F-35C, which was powered by Pratt & Whitney engines for the Kennedy carrier.Moves Raytheon
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PENTAGON StructuralNE-XT Technologies, a defense supplier, is being assessed by the Pentagon's CMMC program and generating revenue from aerospace contracts.Moves Raytheon
Connections
The 40 strongest of 233, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Tomahawk Structural
Raytheon is the primary manufacturer and supplier of the Tomahawk cruise missile system.
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RTX Structural
Raytheon functions as a major business segment and subsidiary unit of its parent company, RTX, which absorbed its assets.
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Lockheed Martin Structural
Raytheon and Lockheed Martin maintain a formal Joint Venture (JJV) to co-develop and co-produce the Javelin defense system.
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Missile Defense Agency Transactional
The Missile Defense Agency awards contracts to Raytheon for defense systems, which Raytheon subsequently supplies to the agency.
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Patriot Structural
Raytheon is the primary manufacturer and supplier of the Patriot air defense system.
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RTX Structural
Raytheon operates as a division of RTX Corp.
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Pratt & Whitney Structural
Raytheon and Pratt & Whitney are segments operating under the umbrella of RTX Corporation.
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PENTAGON Structural
Raytheon functions as a critical defense contractor, supplying specialized goods and personnel that are tasked and utilized by the Pentagon.
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Scott County Structural
Raytheon has established a manufacturing facility in Scott County, contributing new jobs to the county's economy.
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Kyiv Operational
Raytheon and Ukrainian entities are actively planning the co-production of Patriot interceptors through high-level meetings in Kyiv.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Operational
Raytheon and Volodymyr Zelenskyy are actively negotiating a joint production partnership for Patriot air defense systems.
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Europe Structural
Raytheon is integrating its defense production and supply chain into the European industrial base through co-production agreements.
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Tucson Structural
Raytheon maintains a critical manufacturing and development presence in Tucson, serving as a backbone of the local economy.
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Mississippi Structural
Raytheon maintains and expands manufacturing operations in Mississippi, contributing to the state's economic development.
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BBN Technologies Structural
Raytheon acquired BBN Technologies, establishing BBN as a subsidiary.
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CPI Aerostructures Structural
CPI Aerostructures acts as a supplier to Raytheon, providing components and holding backlog for defense programs.
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Javelin Structural
Javelin operates as a joint venture involving Raytheon.
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Boeing Operational
Raytheon and Boeing are major industry rivals who also function as critical, interdependent suppliers and partners in complex defense programs.
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department Structural
Raytheon provides defense systems and services to the Department through contracts and ongoing development.
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White House Transactional
The White House administration nominated a Raytheon executive, establishing a specific personnel link.
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Forest Transactional
Raytheon established a presence in Forest through a completed expansion.
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GE Aerospace Operational
GE Aerospace and Raytheon are identified as competitors and peers within the defense and aerospace industry.
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Luna Innovations Structural
one depends on the other
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John DeSimone Structural
John DeSimone served as President of Raytheon’s Cybersecurity business.
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Royal Air Force Structural
Raytheon functions as a key supplier, providing precision guided weapons and defense technology to the Royal Air Force.
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Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Transactional
Raytheon was awarded a potential $603M contract by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center for B-52 radar production.
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Wallops Island Structural
Raytheon utilizes the Wallops Island location for specific radar testing operations.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump's political focus and policy decisions directly influence Raytheon's defense market, while Raytheon leadership also influences his weapons policy.
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Collins Aerospace Structural
Raytheon operates using the segments and capabilities provided by Collins Aerospace.
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Japanese Operational
Raytheon is engaged in a joint development program for SM-3 Block IIA interceptors with partners based in Japan.
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Royal Australian Air Force Transactional
Raytheon supplies critical radar and electronic warfare systems to the Royal Australian Air Force.
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Harlow Structural
Raytheon utilizes Harlow as a specialized supplier for critical systems electronics components.
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United States Army Structural
Raytheon operates as a defense contractor providing equipment and services to the United States Army.
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Glenrothes Structural
Raytheon utilizes Glenrothes as a functional component for control actuation.
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NATO Support and Procurement Agency Structural
Raytheon provides production capacity that NSPA utilizes to fulfill NATO requirements.
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Army Transactional
Raytheon secured a contract from the Army to manufacture a smart bomb.
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Office of Naval Research Operational
ONR contracts Raytheon to develop radar systems as part of its naval research and development mission.
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Jonathan Cain Structural
Jonathan Cain is employed as a senior engineering manager at Raytheon.
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William H. Swanson Structural
William H. Swanson served as the Chairman and CEO of Raytheon.
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Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Operational
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Raytheon are actively collaborating on the joint development of defense systems.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
10 events- The United States Air Force tested the HAWC missile, which was developed by Raytheon.
- Alimentation Couche-Tard acquired retail assets from Irving Oil, and Raytheon produced Standard Missile-3 Block IB interceptors.
- Raytheon supplied munitions utilized in military operations against Iran.
- The Office of Naval Research (ONR) awarded a contract to Raytheon to develop radar systems, leveraging prior ONR initiatives.
- Morocco and Israel discussed the acquisition of a joint air defense system developed by Rafael and Raytheon.
- Coyote drone capabilities are being upgraded and a rocket-powered variant was unveiled by Raytheon, utilizing technology from Russia and Iran.
- Navy and Congress awarded multiple contracts and funding for missile development programs involving BAE Systems, Leidos, and Raytheon.
- Raytheon will perform work at facilities in Huntsville and Tucson to address depleted stockpiles following Middle East conflicts.
- Tom Cotton attended a defense interceptor ceremony highlighting Iron Dome protection and Raytheon's role in interceptor facilities.
- Raytheon was awarded a contract for a smart bomb, while Harvard provided a chemical solution for warfare amid massive defense acquisitions.
September 2026
13 events- Jonathan Cain joined Raytheon as senior engineering manager, while Maida became chief misfit at Modular Misfits, and Jason Thomas took a lead role in a Navy office.
- CNN reported that financial disclosures showed Donald Trump's portfolio included shares in companies like Raytheon, Microsoft, and Amazon.
- Defense manufacturing peers, including Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and Raytheon, are producing NGJ-MB pods for the Australian government.
- Rocket Lab secured contracts with SDA and Raytheon, alongside ongoing Neutron development and Iridium deal status.
- CUNY, funded by state tax dollars, is investing in defense contractors and private prison companies whose work supports settlements in occupied territories.
- Raytheon, Duke University, and Tingjun Chen are involved in the RAPTORS project.
- CCA development is underway amid war concerns with Iran, with Navy seeking contracts and Raytheon winning Tomahawk contracts.
- Covenant raised capital from investors, including 8VC, and confirmed its production of long-range precision missiles in Dallas.
- The University of Mississippi is the sole corporate partner of AIAA, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics.
- China is restricting critical mineral supply chain access, impacting major defense industry players Raytheon and Boeing.
- An individual worked with radar equipment at Raytheon.
- Raytheon and Cisco announced a joint effort in 2010 to provide grants and resources to the Wounded Warrior Project.
- Raytheon is testing an AI tool for predictive maintenance on the Osprey fleet, involving the U.S. Department of Defense.
August 2026
13 events- Tata Advanced Systems Limited, JJV, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheon form a joint venture with the Indian Army to co-produce Javelin missiles in India.
- Raytheon operates a manufacturing facility in Mississippi and contributes to the state's economic development.
- Raytheon completed an expansion in Forest, Mississippi, benefiting the state's economy.
- Raytheon and Boeing were awarded contracts for B-52 radar production and bomb rack modernization.
- Raytheon is developing the AIM-424 long-range air-to-air missile for US Navy fleet defense and air domain overmatch.
- Raytheon secured a $22.9 billion contract for Tomahawk missiles amid defense spending driven by the war with Iran.
- Raytheon and Boeing signed framework agreements with the War Department to expand defense production capacity.
- Raytheon and Boeing are jointly producing critical hardware for the SM-3 defense system.
- Reports detail defense tech funding efforts aimed at serving UK and allied security interests in the large defense industry market.
- Raytheon secured a $745M contract for interceptor production, expanding facilities in Alabama and Tucson with Japanese partners.
- Raytheon and Composite Energy Technologies formed a partnership to develop subsea robotic systems.
- MDA awarded Raytheon a $745.4 million contract, while the U.S. Army also awarded a contract for TOW support.
- Raytheon used the Wallops Island site for radar testing and provided SPY-6 radar for DDG modernization.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
19 events- Raytheon and Lockheed Martin are securing multi-billion dollar contracts for missile sales to NATO forces in Europe.
- Amid the Iran war depleting stockpiles, defense companies like Raytheon and Pratt & Whitney are ramping up production of critical systems like F-35 engines and missile systems for the defense business.
- Lockheed Martin has integrated the Sanctum counter-drone system into its portfolio.
- Legacy defense contractors like Boeing and Raytheon are facing pressure from the Pentagon regarding production speed and cost management.
- The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center is managing receiver programs for the GPS enterprise, with the Next Gen OCX system being built by Raytheon.
- Production issues strain the supply chain for interceptors, leading to calls for joint production agreements between defense companies.
- Raytheon's stock price rose in pre-market trading after being awarded an $1.8 billion contract extension for SPY-6 radars.
- John DeSimone held senior leadership roles at IBM Global Services, General Dynamics IT, and served as president of Raytheon’s Cybersecurity business.
- Pratt & Whitney is holding talks with Raytheon while attending the Farnborough Airshow in England.
- James Gray has been appointed as the managing director of Raytheon UK.
- Raytheon and Leonardo are providing leading AESA radar systems to global navies.
- Arizona is attracting major employers including Raytheon, Lucid, and LG Energy Solution.
- Taiwan utilizes a Raytheon-developed radar system to monitor and track missile launches from mainland China in the South China Sea.
- Raytheon and Diehl are sourcing subcomponents across Europe to jointly produce the guidance section for Stinger missiles, supporting NATO requirements via NSPA.
- Germany purchased Raytheon Stinger missiles, highlighting the need for European production volume to meet NATO requirements.
- Raytheon is shifting its production and maintenance operations to Europe.
- NATO and Raytheon are expanding co-production feasibility studies for AMRAAM in partnership with the U.S. government.
- Harry E. Johnson, a West Point graduate, worked with Raytheon on defense technologies and his expertise applies to airport operations at Norfolk International Airport.
- Raytheon is expanding its Portsmouth facility, with Rhode Island offering tax credits for the expansion, which involves Ace Endico Corporation and promises 150 new jobs.
June 2026
5 events- The Pentagon has tasked defense manufacturers, including Raytheon, to increase missile production in Arizona.
- Raytheon is scaling its workforce operations in Southern Arizona.
- US and China trade tensions are impacting major tech and defense firms through procurement bans and sanctions.
- Elizabeth Warren is scrutinizing the revolving door between defense contractors like Raytheon and government roles, including Air Force appointments.
- US defense contractors like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Mercury Systems are responding to global geopolitical tensions and conflicts.