# L3Harris Expands GMLRS Production in Arkansas

On October 14, 2026, Lockheed Martin awarded L3Harris a **$250 million** contract to produce a record number of standard-range GMLRS propulsion units. Production is planned at L3Harris’s Arsenal of Freedom facility in Camden, Arkansas, which is scheduled to open later in 2026. The work supports Lockheed Martin’s stated goal of producing 14,000 GMLRS rockets annually, signaling increased demand for propulsion manufacturing capacity and related supply-chain support.

- The award is between Lockheed Martin and L3Harris; the signal identifies no open solicitation, contract number, or procurement contact.
- Manufacturers and suppliers serving propulsion production may assess whether their capabilities align with the increased production needs, while recognizing that no specific downstream procurement is announced.
- A separate contract of up to $200 million for GMLRS Insensitive Munition variant propulsion units was reported in December 2025, indicating additional activity in the same production area.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 14, 2026

### Government Entities
- United States Army (U.S. Army)

### Vendors
- L3Harris (awardee and propulsion-unit subcontractor)
- Lockheed Martin (prime contractor and awarding contractor)

### Key Quotes
> With our investments to expand capacity ahead of need, we’re well‑positioned to meet this surge while maintaining the quality our customers expect.
> — Scott Alexander, President of Propulsion Systems at L3Harris

### Sources
- [L3Harris has secured a $250-million contract from Lockheed Martin to produce a record number of propulsion units for the GMLRS

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