Defense News convened a panel of experts to examine what it actually takes to scale missile production in today’s security environment. Panelists explored the supplier ecosystem that supports prime contractors and missile programs, with a focus on the specialized component providers that enable production capacity, reliability, and rapid replenishment.

Guest Speakers:

Dr. Jahara ‘FRANKY’ Matisek, Senior Fellow at the Payne Institute for Public Policy & Visiting Scholar at Northwestern University

Jason Meredith, President of Solid Missile Systems, Ursa Major

Jason Reynolds, VP of Integrated Air & Missile Defense, Lockheed Martin

Jeffrey Coffed, Senior Industry Manager, Aerospace and Defense, Regal Rexnord