Lockheed Martin Corporation Suppliers
Global aerospace, defense, arms, security, and advanced technologies company. Largest defense contractor in the world by revenue.
Headquarters: Bethesda, Maryland
Business Segments
Major Programs
Lockheed Martin manufactures and supports these major aerospace and defense programs, each requiring qualified suppliers throughout the supply chain.
F-35 Lightning II
F-22 Raptor
C-130 Hercules
F-16 Fighting Falcon
UH-60 Black Hawk
Orion Spacecraft
Trident II Missiles
Aegis Combat System
Supplier Requirements
To supply Lockheed Martin, machine shops typically need the following certifications and capabilities:
Required Certifications
Typical Capabilities
- •5-axis CNC machining for complex geometries
- •Exotic materials: titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys
- •Tolerances to ±0.0001" on critical features
- •CMM inspection and first article inspection (FAI)
- •Full material traceability and documentation
- •DFARS compliant material sourcing
How to Become a Lockheed Martin Supplier
Get Certified
Obtain AS9100 certification and ITAR registration if working on defense programs.
Register
Create an account in Lockheed Martin's supplier portal and complete the registration process.
Qualification
Complete supplier qualification questionnaires and pass any required quality audits.
Build Track Record
Start with smaller orders to demonstrate quality and reliability before larger programs.
AS9100 Certified Machine Shops
These shops have the certifications typically required to supply Lockheed Martin programs
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications do I need to supply Lockheed Martin?
Lockheed Martin typically requires suppliers to hold AS9100, ITAR, NADCAP, DFARS, CMMC. The specific requirements vary by program and component criticality. Most machined components require at minimum AS9100 certification.
How do I become an approved Lockheed Martin supplier?
To become a Lockheed Martin supplier: 1) Obtain required certifications (AS9100, ITAR if defense), 2) Register in their supplier portal, 3) Complete supplier qualification questionnaire, 4) Pass quality audit if selected, 5) Start with smaller orders to build track record.
What programs does Lockheed Martin manufacture?
Lockheed Martin produces F-35 Lightning II, F-22 Raptor, C-130 Hercules, F-16 Fighting Falcon, UH-60 Black Hawk and 3 other major programs. Each program has specific supply chain requirements and qualification processes.
Where is Lockheed Martin headquartered?
Lockheed Martin is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. They have 4 major business segments: Aeronautics, Missiles & Fire Control, Rotary & Mission Systems, Space.
What types of machine shops supply Lockheed Martin?
Lockheed Martin works with AS9100 certified machine shops offering precision CNC machining, 5-axis capabilities, exotic materials expertise (titanium, Inconel), and tight tolerance work. ITAR registration is required for defense programs.
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