defense

LAI offers complete manufacturing solutions for mission-critical defense-related applications and handles contract manufacturing ranging from precision components to multi-tier supply chain management of assemblies. LAI is an approved supplier to the prime defense contractors, including BAE Systems Armament Systems Division, Boeing Integrated Defense System, General Dynamics, Lockheed Martin and other defense contractors, such as ATK, Cadillac Gage, Naval Research Laboratory, Raytheon Missile Systems, Textron and United Defense. LAI has the capabilities, capacity and expertise to work with large defense-related programs, including military aircraft, ships, vehicles, armor, weaponry systems and launch equipment.

example of programs

components

strategic solutions

MRAPs -- Mine-Resistant
Ambush-Protected military vehicle

Series of armor and close-out panel
sub-assemblies

Combine supply chain management and throughput from multiple nationwide production facilities

MRAPs --Mine-Resistant
Ambush-Protected military vehicles

Advanced armor panels

Handle logistics and supply chain management of producing armor kits and shipping directly to assembly

Advanced armor, chamfered

Advanced armor panels

Develop new process for advanced cutting and processing of large armor sheets, and use Lean Initiatives to improve throughput

Industrial rollers

Main drive shaft bearing cages

Achieve technological innovations, including functional inspection techniques, five-axis programming from solid models, large rotary upgrades, special export packaging requirements and Just-In-Time delivery requirements

Quantifiable Values

  • Meet performance metrics standards, including 100% on-time delivery
  • Propose technical solutions based on manufacturing expertise and advanced manufacturing technologies
  • Maintain long-term, best value supplier relationship while delivering mission-critical components and sub-assemblies
  • Reduce material costs by approximately 12% and production time on parts series by approximately 15%
  • Adapt to change, responding to needs of cutting costs and delivering products faster
  • Leverage understanding of product lifecycle management and production scaling
  • Optimize workflow processes and logistics of materials handling