PALMDALE, California — Burns & McDonnell, a 100% employee-owned engineering and construction company, is honored to be recognized by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) as a top supplier at this year’s Supplier Excellence Awards, highlighting our commitment to strengthening the defense industrial base with strategic partnerships that support national security.

“Northrop Grumman has a legacy of fostering strong partnerships, a network of hard-working innovators and collaborators striving towards a mutual goal of protecting the United States and its allies,” said Ken Brown, vice president and chief supply chain officer, Northrop Grumman. “From putting the first humans on the moon to introducing stealth technology that revolutionized defense, Northrop Grumman and our partners have continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible.”

Northrop Grumman acknowledged Burns & McDonnell for Mission Excellence, underscoring the vital role suppliers play in delivering next-generation capabilities in weapons, aircraft, missile defense and space systems. Collectively, Northrop Grumman's suppliers support more than 100,000 jobs with an annual economic impact of more than $27.8 billion nationally.

“Burns & McDonnell is honored to be recognized as a top supplier by Northrop Grumman, and even more honored to partner with a team dedicated to advancing national security, says Pablo Lorenzo, vice president for the Burns & McDonnell Aviation & Federal Group in California. “Together, we are designing and building the critical infrastructure that supports Northrop Grumman’s mission and strengthens the defense industrial base. We are grateful for the collaboration and trust shared across the industry as we work together to deliver resilient, mission-critical solutions.”

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Working from more than 75 offices around the world, Burns & McDonnell designs and builds critical infrastructure. Our family of companies — driven by engineers, construction professionals, architects, planners, technologists and scientists — delivers projects grounded in safety and a desire to make a difference as we make our clients successful. Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is 100% employee-owned. Learn more.