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L3Harris Expands Rocket Motor Production in Arkansas
Slice of Manufacturing Team
March 02, 2025
Key Highlights:
L3Harris starts construction on four new solid rocket motor production facilities in Camden, Arkansas.
$215.6 million agreement with the Defense Department’s Defense Production Act Title III program.
New 60,000-square-foot facility will centralize production and improve efficiency.
Expansion supports U.S. defense readiness and strengthens domestic missile propulsion manufacturing.
Additional modernization efforts underway in Virginia and Alabama.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
“Expanding solid rocket motor production in Arkansas is a strategic investment in our nation’s security at a time when defense and deterrence are increasingly critical on the global stage.”
“This announcement reinforces Camden’s role in Arkansas’ economy and America’s national defense, and I am grateful for L3Harris’ continued commitment to the Natural State.”
“This successful partnership continues to generate economic opportunity in the region and elevate our state’s formidable national security footprint.”
Why This Matters:
L3Harris' expansion in Camden, Arkansas, is a significant step toward strengthening U.S. defense manufacturing at a time of increasing global security challenges. By modernizing and increasing solid rocket motor production, the initiative enhances the nation's missile capabilities, ensures supply chain resilience, and reinforces Arkansas’ role in the aerospace and defense sectors. With additional facilities planned in Virginia and Alabama, this investment secures L3Harris’ position as a leader in propulsion technology while supporting economic growth in key regions.