Winning Programs Start with Spirit
Built to Win. Spirit AeroSystems is home to some of the world’s leading aerostructures engineers and manufacturing minds, with a legacy of aerostructure work stretching back to the world's first aircraft production run, of Wright Brothers aircraft, in 1909 and defense work in World War I. We’re applying our recognized design-build capabilities and commercial best practices to defense programs, delivering lower costs and innovative solutions for today’s warfighters.
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The Future of Defense
Spirit AeroSystems is committed to delivering the next generation of military aircraft — leading manufacturing for large, advanced composite aerostructures.
Design-Build Difference
With over a century of experience in aircraft design and manufacturing, Spirit AeroSystems leverages unique design-build capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the warfighter. This experience helps Spirit keep costs lower and quality high.
Complex Composites
Spirit is a world leader in designing and building complex composite structures, providing advanced composite solutions for several commercial and defense projects. Among these is the cockpit and cabin assembly of the Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion, which provides a significant performance upgrade for the U.S. Marines.
Leveraged Experience
Spirit is demonstrating the value of leveraging the best practices employed in the production of commercial aircraft, helping military customers benefit from a more robust, cost-effective and reliable end product.
Defense Aviation Legacy
Spirit AeroSystems’ history includes producing some of the most important aircraft for the nation’s security, including the R31, the most advanced Airship in World War I, the iconic B-29 Superfortress of World War II and the B-52 Stratofortress in the nuclear age. Spirit’s commitment to delivering innovation for the warfighter continues today.