# PAE Munitions Marks RAM Program Anniversary

PAE Munitions commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) program, underscoring a longstanding U.S.-German partnership in naval self-defense systems. The program remains active and continues to evolve to address modern fleet defense requirements, emphasizing industrial base resiliency and rapid production capabilities to counter emerging threats. This milestone highlights the sustained collaboration between the U.S. Department of the Navy and German partners, reflecting ongoing procurement and modernization efforts in missile defense technology.

- The RAM program's evolution signals continued procurement opportunities for contractors specializing in naval missile systems and defense technologies.
- Emphasis on industrial base resiliency and rapid production indicates priority areas for supply chain robustness and manufacturing agility.
- Procurement professionals should note the importance of international collaboration, particularly U.S.-German partnerships, in sustaining defense capabilities.
- Companies engaged in missile defense and naval systems may find strategic value in aligning with the RAM program's modernization trajectory and associated contract opportunities.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of the Navy

### Vendors
- PAE Munitions (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> For 50 years, the RAM program has continued to evolve to meet fleet needs and the changing threat environment.
> — Capt. Tom Pilkerton, Terminal Defense Systems Program Manager

### Sources
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	PAE Munitions marks 50 years of U.S.-German partnership on Rolling Airframe Missile program > United States Navy > News Display
](https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/display-news/Article/4608405/pae-munitions-marks-50-years-of-us-german-partnership-on-rolling-airframe-missi) - navy.mil