Northrop Grumman Corporation recognized Applied Aerospace for the third consecutive year as one of its top 50 supplier partners during the company's annual Supplier Excellence Awards event. Applied Aerospace is a proven manufacturer of solutions for commercial and military spacecraft, aircraft, and ground-based systems, and has been serving Northrop Grumman as a key supplier for over 25 years.

"Applied Aerospace has supported Northrop Grumman in delivering technologies that enhance national security for the U.S. and our allies," said Ken Brown, vice president, enterprise global supply chain, Northrop Grumman. "The high-quality performance, dedication and partnership of our supplier teams drive operational excellence to ensure warfighters have next generation advantages in advanced weapons, aircraft, missile defense and space."

Recognized for Performance Excellence, Applied Aerospace is instrumental in supporting multiple Northrop Grumman programs by providing innovative and cost-effective composite and metal bonded structures, sub-systems, and control surfaces for military aircraft and spacecraft.

"We are truly honored to be recognized as one of Northrop Grumman's top performing partners with this year's Supplier Excellence Award." said Applied Aerospace CEO Kevin Bidlack. "We take great pride in embracing our customer's missions as our own. Northrop Grumman has been a very collaborative customer over the years, and we look forward to continuing to provide valued engineering and manufacturing solutions for one of the world's most prestigious aerospace and defense companies."