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Australian Industry Participation
Defence is working closely with the Department
of Industry, Tourism and Resources (DITR) to ensure maximum
Australian industry opportunity for participation in the JSF program.
The Ministers for Defence and Industry see that joining the SDD
phase of the JSF program will present a real opportunity for the
Australian aerospace industry to make its mark as an international
supplier of quality products and services.
The JSF program offers opportunities for Australian industry through
the SDD phase, into production, and supporting the aircraft through
its operational life.
Lockheed Martin and its partners (BAE Systems and Northrop Grumman)
and their sub-contractors are looking for innovative and competitive
companies globally to assist in the development, production and
support of the aircraft. Equally, the two aircraft engine manufacturers
(General Electric and Pratt & Whitney) and their sub-contractors
are looking for suppliers as part of their global supply chain.
These companies will be progressively identifying and qualifying
companies in Australia that can value-add to the JSF program.
To assist Australian industry in understanding the opportunities that
might arise and position them to participate, Defence and DITR are
maintaining a database of interested companies, including details
of their capabilities relevant to the JSF program and suitable points
of contact. This information will be shared with Lockheed Martin,
its partners, and suppliers.
Firms with relevant capabilities are invited to register their
interest for possible future participation - see the Invitation
to Register Interest.
Note: Companies that have previously registered
need not re-register, unless their information requires updating.
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