American Made Advocacy: Smart Policies Can Ensure AI Data Centers Are Secure
Beyond the Board: Early Engagement Means Faster Prototyping for Defense Programs
Defense Speak Interpreted: The Autonomous Plane Battle—Skyborg Vs. Loyal Wingman
Raytheon Invests in Advanced Manufacturing for Radar Development
August 7, 2018 | Raytheon CompanyEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Raytheon Company announced the opening of a $72 million, 30,000 square foot facility on its Andover, Mass.-based campus, which is now home to some of the industry's leading innovations in manufacturing. The new space features advanced automation technology to support complex radar testing and integration.
Automation drives advanced manufacturing at Raytheon's new radar development facility in Andover, Mass.
"We built the new radar development facility with the future – and our customers – in mind," said Sarah Jennette, program manager for the project. "This advanced manufacturing campus now has the ability to work from atoms all the way up to massive radar arrays,"
The new radar facility in Andover supports quality, reliability, repeatability and delivery speed through:
- Two near field radar test ranges, one of which is now the largest in the company
- 1.5 megawatt substation to meet power requirements of current and future radar programs
- Autonomous material movement via automated guided vehicles
- The aerospace and defense industry's first "dual robotic" system for radar array assembly
"From physical size, to power capabilities, to automated tech, we are building for the future of radar," said Jennette. "As the next step in our advanced manufacturing roadmap, it follows on the heels of our recently announced $100 million radar manufacturing plant to be built in Forest, Mississippi."
The new radar development facility is the primary location for integration and testing of current and future radar programs for U.S. and international customers. AN/SPY-6, the U.S. Navy's next-generation integrated air and missile defense radar, now in low rate initial production, is the first system to enter the space.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 96 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries.
Share on:
Testimonial
"The I-Connect007 team is outstanding—kind, responsive, and a true marketing partner. Their design team created fresh, eye-catching ads, and their editorial support polished our content to let our brand shine. Thank you all! "
Sweeney Ng - CEE PCBSuggested Items
SMT007 Magazine November 2025: Inside Mexico’s Rise as an Electronics Manufacturing Leader
11/03/2025 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamMexico isn’t just part of the electronics manufacturing conversation—it’s leading it. From growing investments to cross-border collaborations, Mexico is fast becoming the center of electronics in North America. In this issue, we uncover why Mexico is earning global recognition. From top-ranked manufacturing capabilities to expanding partnerships that reach far beyond the U.S.
Henger Microelectronics Expands Global Footprint with Major Equipment Shipment to Southeast Asia
10/31/2025 |Henger Microelectronics has reached a major milestone in its global expansion strategy with the successful shipment of advanced plasma etching and cleaning systems, along with automation equipment, to multiple countries and regions across Southeast Asia. This achievement marks a significant step forward in the company’s international growth and reinforces its position as a leading force in the global plasma equipment industry.
PCBAA Names Industry Veteran Dan Weber to Board of Directors
10/31/2025 | PCBAAThe Printed Circuit Board Association of America has added Dan Weber, Executive Vice President and General Counsel at TTM Technologies, to the PCBAA board of directors.
KLA Reports Fiscal Q1 2026 Results
10/31/2025 | PRNewswireKLA Corporation announced financial and operating results for its first quarter of fiscal year 2026, which ended on Sept. 30, 2025, and reported GAAP net income of $1.12 billion and GAAP net income per diluted share of $8.47 on revenues of $3.21 billion.
Samsung Teams With NVIDIA to Lead the Transformation of Global Intelligent Manufacturing Through New AI Megafactory
10/31/2025 | SamsungSamsung Electronics today announced plans to create a new AI Megafactory in collaboration with NVIDIA, marking a major milestone in the company’s efforts to lead the global paradigm shift toward AI-driven manufacturing.