Press release
20/05/2026
Teledyne FLIR OEM is honoured to be recognised by Northrop Grumman Corporation as a top supplier at this year's Supplier Excellence Awards, highlighting our commitment to strengthening the defence industrial base with strategic partnerships that support national security.
"Northrop Grumman has a legacy of fostering strong partnerships, a network of hard-working innovators and collaborators striving towards a mutual goal of protecting the United States and its allies," said Ken Brown, vice president and chief supply chain officer, Northrop Grumman. "From putting the first humans on the moon to introducing stealth technology that revolutionised defence, Northrop Grumman and our partners have continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible."
Northrop Grumman acknowledged Teledyne FLIR OEM for Mission Excellence, underscoring the vital role suppliers play in delivering next-generation capabilities in weapons, aircraft, missile defence and space systems. Collectively, Northrop Grumman's suppliers support more than 100,000 jobs with an annual economic impact of more than $27.8 billion nationally.
"We're incredibly grateful to once again be recognised by Northrop Grumman as a top supplier and strategic partner," said Jared Faraudo, vice president of product management, Teledyne FLIR OEM. "To be honoured for the Mission Excellence Award by such a storied and prestigious aerospace and defence company underscores our dedication to both advancing critical defensive capabilities and serving as a trusted high-volume manufacturer of infrared sensors and camera modules."
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