In a bold move to accelerate U.S. defense readiness, Raytheon, a division of RTX, announced it will dramatically ramp up production of several key missile systems.

The decision follows weeks of White House pressure to accelerate manufacturing and deliver superior weapons to the battlefield. Officials say speed will strengthen deterrence and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers.

RTX said it reached five agreements with the Pentagon to accelerate annual deliveries of Tomahawk cruise missiles, AMRAAM missiles, and SM-6 missiles, with SM-3 IIA and SM-3 IB interceptors also expected to rise.

“These agreements redefine how government and industry can partner to speed the delivery of critical technologies and are a direct result of the administration’s Acquisition Transformation Strategy and commitment to deliver the best technologies faster,” RTX CEO Chris Calio said in a statement.

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“We are proud to support the department’s Arsenal of Freedom to ensure the United States and its allies and partners have the decisive edge — now and in the future,” he added.

Manufacturing will take place at facilities in Huntsville, Alabama; Tucson, Arizona; and Andover, Massachusetts.

The announcements come as the administration seeks to demonstrate speed and readiness in the face of evolving threats. The move followed a sweeping January 7 executive order that barred stock buybacks and dividends at defense firms until they prove they can produce a superior product on time and on budget.

“I am committed to ensuring that the United States military possesses the most lethal warfighting capabilities in the world,” the order reads.

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“While the United States produces the best military equipment in the world, we do not make enough of it quickly enough to meet the needs of our military and our partners.”

Trump at the time singled out Raytheon, calling it “the least responsive to the needs of the Department of War, the slowest in increasing their volume, and the most aggressive in spending on their Shareholders rather than the needs and demands of the United States Military.”

He warned that the Pentagon would cut business ties with the company unless it “steps up” on investment in plants and equipment.

RTX, during a recent earnings call, said it plans to increase investments in 2026, enhancing facilities that make munitions. The move is framed as part of strengthening the Arsenal of Freedom that protects American interests and the interests of allies. The broader push aligns with a goal to deliver the best capabilities faster and ensure allies count on a reliable supply chain.

Manufacturing sites are spread across the country, reflecting a commitment to domestic industrial base resilience. The administration frames these moves as proof that American industry can meet urgent defense needs without compromising accountability.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has pledged rigorous oversight to ensure investments translate into battlefield capability. Under his watch, agencies will speed procurement and enforce accountability to make sure money translates into muscle.

The trend may influence budget debates as lawmakers weigh the cost of longer lead times against the payoff of faster deliveries.Proponents say the speed is essential for deterrence and readiness in a volatile global environment.

Opponents worry about overcommitment to a single supplier, but the administration argues diversification of sources remains a priority. The Raytheon agreement is framed as a proof of concept for a new era of public private collaboration.

By combining government needs with private capacity, the administration hopes to keep the edge over adversaries and protect American interests.

The plan is not merely about quick numbers but about responsible planning that keeps costs in check. Government and industry argue that the new model improves accountability and speed. This is a turning point in how the United States blends policy, production, and leadership to keep adversaries at bay.

If the pace holds, America will show that it can outpace threats while keeping faith with taxpayers and allies. In the end, the measured push to bolster manufacturing capacity may define how future administrations tackle defense readiness.

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