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Northrop Grumman opens a state-of-the-art facility in Alabama to boost production of defense systems for the U.S. Army.
MADISON, Ala. — Northrop Grumman has opened a new integration facility in Madison, contributing to Alabama’s defense sector and supporting the U.S. Army’s modernization efforts in air and missile defense systems.
The Enhanced Production and Integration Center (EPIC) covers 175,500 square feet and will increase production of the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), an essential component of the Army’s missile defense strategy. This new facility doubles Northrop Grumman’s integration capacity, enabling the company to scale production efficiently to meet military requirements.
With the expansion, Northrop Grumman can now produce up to 96 Engagement Operation Centers, 96 Integrated Collaborative Environments, and 192 Integrated Fire Control Network relays each year. The facility also includes 35,000 square feet of office space and will employ several hundred workers.
