RTX has had a presence in Florida for more than four decades, employing more than 7,000 people across eight major locations throughout the state. Collins Aerospace’s Largo facility plays a critical role in the company’s production of radars, satellite and secure communications components, and testing for commercial and military customers.<\/p>\n
“As a long-standing presence in Florida’s aerospace and aviation sector, Collins Aerospace’s expansion in Largo not only bolsters the growing Tampa Bay-area military and defense cluster, but it also strengthens Florida’s position as a leader in aviation manufacturing and national security,” said Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. “Florida continues to attract leading aerospace manufacturers that are advancing cutting-edge aviation and defense technologies while creating high-skill jobs for Floridians.”<\/p>\n
Work on the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA)\u00a0Radar System Replacement Program<\/a>\u00a0will be performed in this facility, including the production of the\u00a0Condor Mk3<\/a>, a cooperative surveillance radar capable of communicating directly with aircraft transponders, and the\u00a0ASR-XM<\/a>, a non-cooperative radar that detects aircraft using reflected signals.<\/p>\n The new radar production area is expected to become fully operational by late 2026.<\/p>\n About Collins Aerospace About RTX
Collins Aerospace, an\u00a0RTX\u00a0business, is a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our 80,000 employees are dedicated to delivering future-focused technologies to advance sustainable and connected aviation, passenger safety and comfort, mission success, space exploration, and more.<\/p>\n
With more than 180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. With industry-leading capabilities, we advance aviation, engineer integrated defense systems for operational success, and develop next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2025 sales of more than $88 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.<\/p>\n