“The defense industry plays a vital role in Suffolk County’s economy, supporting hundreds of high-paying jobs,” Lalotta said.
Today, June 30, 2023, represent. Nick Lalotta (NY-01)The Navy veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee announced hundreds of new jobs in Suffolk County after Advanced Acoustic Concepts and BAE Systems were awarded government defense manufacturing contracts.
“The defense industry plays a vital role in Suffolk County’s economy, supporting hundreds of well-paying jobs.” Lalotta says. “My position on the Armed Services Council allows me to better advocate for this important part of our economy and better prepare our military to deal with the growing threats from China and Russia. I will always work to ensure that Suffolk County receives The federal resources and funding we deserve.”
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The $11,128,633 contract for Advanced Acoustic Concepts will cover the cost of the LCS Mission Pack computer, software and trainer components, as well as engineering services. 35 percent of the contract (approximately US$3,895,021) will be used to perform work at a facility in Hauppauge.
BAE Systems’ contract value of USD 18,943,442 will cover production and delivery costs for 18 AN/UPX-50(C) DI boxes and 50 for converting AN/UPX-41(C) to AN/UPX-50( C) Retrofit Kit. U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard support. Seventy percent of the contract (approximately US$13,260,409) will be used to perform work at a facility in Green Lawn.
Earlier this year, Lalotta announced that the two Boeing and Raytheon Similar government works contracts were awarded at Hauppauge and Setauket respectively.
