Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

The NAICS category 336419, Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, encompasses the production of specialized components and equipment for missile systems, aerospace vehicles, and related defense technologies. This category includes manufacturers of critical subsystems such as electronic components, mechanical assemblies, electrical interfaces, actuators, control systems, and auxiliary equipment specifically designed for guided missiles, space vehicles, and their support infrastructure. The products are typically highly specialized, precision-engineered components that require sophisticated manufacturing capabilities and strict quality control standards.

Federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant investment in defense and aerospace technologies, with contract values ranging from a few thousand to several million dollars. Key contractors include Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Collins Aerospace, and smaller specialized manufacturers like AGM Container Controls and Nanoracks. Most awards are issued by agencies such as the Defense Logistics Agency, NASA, and the Department of Defense, with a mix of contract types including firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, and indefinite delivery vehicles. Set-aside designations frequently include total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, and women-owned small business categories. Performance locations span multiple states, with significant concentrations in Arizona, Massachusetts, California, and Texas.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on procuring specific missile and space vehicle components such as cable assemblies, actuators, controllers, dampener assemblies, and specialized test equipment. Solicitations predominantly come from the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation and Land and Maritime divisions, with requirements often involving precise technical specifications for guided missile and space vehicle parts. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses and require electronic quote submissions with specific delivery timelines ranging from 30 to 645 days after order. Typical quantities range from 1 to 440 units, with delivery locations primarily at various Defense Logistics Agency distribution centers across the United States.