Northrop Grumman CEO Says Australia Solid Rocket Motor Plant Expands Sovereign Missile Production
Northrop Grumman says it was selected to build an in-country solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Australia, aiming to establish rapid local production of mature propulsion technology. The effort is designed to support Australia’s sovereign defense needs by partnering with Australian component suppliers, backed by government investment and expected to create local jobs while strengthening industrial self-reliance.