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Raytheon

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Business & Economy

Raytheon awarded $20.7 billion Pentagon missile contract

Kieran Hadley

The five-year contract will create 3,000 manufacturing jobs in AMRAAM missile production, according to the Department of War.
News

Anti-weapons "die-in" protest blocks Raytheon entrance during morning commute

Hannah Cree

The civilian group called for the company to stop supplying weapons to Israel.
Arizona AG Kris Mayes sues manufacturers for PFAS contamination

Katya Mendoza

The companies have known about the 'forever chemicals' for decades
Kelly says better plan needed for Afghanistan withdrawal

Christopher Conover

The Arizona senator said things moved more quickly than expected.
News

Raytheon's growth and future in Tucson

Christopher Conover

Also, a security expert discusses the missile-maker's role in the defense industry.
News

Raytheon Missile Systems president discusses growth and priorities in Tucson

AZPM Staff

Plus, young employees share what it's like to work at the company.
Raytheon Opens New Buildings in Latest Expansion

Zachary Ziegler

Research and development facility will employ 2,000 new workers.
Airport Authority's Economic Impact Estimated at $7.4 Billion a Year

Zachary Ziegler

Most recent estimate shows nearly 50 percent increase in economic impact in the past five years.
Raytheon Promoting STEM Education in Southern Arizona

AZPM Staff

The company’s vice president of engineering says it has a responsibility to the community.
Raytheon Tucson Receives 'Superior' Rating In Security Audit

Zachary Ziegler

Facility has maintained rating for six consecutive years.
Military

Trump Defense Promises Could be Boon to Southern Arizona Economy

Zachary Ziegler

Public- and private-sector military spending has a heavy impact on an area's economy.
Year-end: 2016 Kick-Started Tucson's Economic Rebound

Zachary Ziegler

Dropping unemployment, new employers, and a growing downtown.