Pacific Defense Expands Silicon Valley Facility to Boost Global Production

Author

Slice of Manufacturing Team
November 20, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • 20,000 sq ft state-of-the-art ISO 9001-certified facility in Sunnyvale, CA.

  • 450% production capacity increase planned by 2027, with 45 chassis systems produced per shift monthly.

  • Integrated Design Engineering Center and Manufacturing Operations for faster product innovation.

  • Advanced Software Integration Lab (SIL) connects engineering teams across all company locations.

  • Supports global C5ISR and EW solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and product lifecycle support.

Source: Business Wire

Notable Quote:

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“As demand for our open architecture products continues to grow, we’re scaling our operations to meet the needs of our customers.”

Jon Halsey, VP of Manufacturing at Pacific Defense

Our Take:

Pacific Defense's expansion reflects its strategic response to the increasing global demand for cutting-edge MOSA-compliant solutions. The integration of its engineering and manufacturing capabilities demonstrates a commitment to accelerating innovation cycles while ensuring top-tier quality and efficiency. By scaling production capacity and leveraging advanced technologies like the Software Integration Lab, Pacific Defense is poised to maintain leadership in the defense technology sector, supporting both U.S. and allied forces worldwide. This move underscores the company’s pivotal role in addressing modern security challenges in an era of rapid technological advancement.