FARMINGTON, N.M., April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Company
(NYSE: RTN) formally opened a new $5
million, 30,000 square foot warehouse at its Diné facility
on the Navajo Nation. Workers will use the new warehouse to build
and store parts for the world's largest missile manufacturer.
The expansion provides dozens of new jobs on the Navajo
Nation.
The warehouse is part of a larger 95,000 square-foot facility
that has been on the Navajo Nation for more than 25
years. Raytheon Diné stores and generates parts for 12
missile programs such as the Tomahawk cruise missile, Javelin
weapon system, and Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile.
"This expansion would not have been possible without the strong
partnership among the Navajo Nation, the state of New Mexico, and Raytheon," said Dr.
Taylor W. Lawrence, president of
Raytheon Missile Systems. "Growth here highlights the ongoing
importance of these systems to our nation's defense."
"We're proud to partner with Raytheon and the Navajo Nation in
the work to diversify New Mexico's
private sector economy," said New
Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez.
"With this expansion, we continue to uphold New Mexico's proud tradition as a leader in
national defense."
The warehouse construction is a part of an expansion that
has resulted in an additional 70 jobs to include assembly line
operators, engineers, supervisors and managers, bringing the total
number of workers to more than 350. Many of the employees are
experts in intricate mechanical, electro-mechanical and harness
assembly.
"With a foundation of skilled Navajo technicians crafting the
highest quality products, the 93-percent Navajo-staffed facility in
Diné includes Navajo team members in all roles from operators, to
engineers, to management," said Navajo Nation President
Russell Begaye. "Safety, security,
professionalism and respect are hallmarks of the Raytheon Diné
team. Raytheon's efficient and effective manufacturing practices
make the company a clear choice as a best business," Begaye
said.
In 2016, the Navajo Nation presented its 'Business of the Year'
award to Raytheon Diné highlighting the facility's strong business
growth, positive community impact, innovative manufacturing
capabilities and technically advanced products.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2016 sales of $24
billion and 63,000 employees, is a technology and innovation
leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity
solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 95 years, Raytheon
provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration,
C5ITM products and services, sensing, effects, and mission
support for customers in more than 80
countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Follow us
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