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July 18, 2025 | TT ElectronicsEstimated reading time: 1 minute
TT Electronics, a leading provider of global manufacturing solutions and engineered technologies, announced that it has been awarded a significant new contract with long-standing customer Ultra PCS Ltd (Ultra Precision Control Systems). Under the terms of the contract, TT Electronics will manufacture highly complex, military-grade cable harness assemblies at its facility in Fairford, UK, for Ultra PCS Ltd’s advanced engine ice protection systems, which are integral to the operation of modern combat aircraft.
Established in 1978, TT Electronics in Fairford is a dedicated National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program (Nadcap™) accredited engineering and manufacturing facility with over 80 employees. The site provides cable assembly engineering and manufacturing solutions for harsh environments on major defense platforms, including combat air and missile defense systems.
Michael Leahan, Executive Vice President of TT Electronics, comments: “This contract award marks over three decades of trust and collaboration between TT Electronics and Ultra PCS Ltd at our UK facility in Fairford. We are immensely proud of our shared legacy and the mutual growth we have fostered over the years. Our team is committed to continuing this collaborative partnership, delivering engineering excellence and innovating to meet the evolving needs of the aerospace and defense sectors.”
This new contract strengthens the long-standing, 35-year relationship between the two companies. It underscores TT Electronics’ pivotal role as a preferred and trusted supplier in the aerospace and defense markets.
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