Case Study
Lockheed Martin
Snapshot The Situation Lockheed Martin’s operation in Camden, Arkansas, was established in 1978 as the home of the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) production program. Currently, the operation serves as the company’s Precision Fires Center of Excellence. The Problem/Challenge Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is experiencing unprecedented growth. To be respon- sive to increased customer orders, Lockheed Martin needed to ramp up the production rate on all programs. The company initiated a new capital investment project with the goal of increasing manufacturing capability and meeting demand. The Results Lockheed Martin currently employs 790 people and contributes $300 million in supplier commit- ment to the state. As a result of the investment, the company will grow its Camd