The company operates in highly competitive markets and faces competition from this entity, which may have more financial capacity or specialized capabilities. The competitive environment includes intense bidding for program opportunities and protests of U.S. government procurement awards.  **[0001133421-25-000006_noc-20241231.htm:6]** 

Boeing Co

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General Dynamics Corp

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L3Harris Technologies Inc

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Lockheed Martin Corp

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