Aerospace & Defense

Engineered for Operational Advantage

Speed meets precision. Reliability meets mission assurance.

From advanced manufacturing to test and integration centers, every ARCO Design/Build project strengthens America’s defense industrial base. With more than 1,700 facilities delivered nationwide, we deliver complex manufacturing, aerospace, and defense facilities up to 50% faster – engineered to perform under pressure.

Key Stats

50

Faster Delivery in Regulated Environments

35

Lower Cost (compared to traditional EPCM models)

1

Distribution & Warehouse Builder in America

2

Industrial Builder in the U.S.

5.2

Billion in Annual Construction Revenue

Proven Capabilities for Aerospace & Defense

Supply Chain & Sustainment Infrastructure

As America’s #1 warehouse builder, we understand the logistics backbone that keeps defense programs running:

Parts distribution centers managing billions in critical inventory
Automated storage systems (AS/RS) for just-in-time delivery
Climate-controlled magazines for munitions and sensitive materials
Sustainment facilities to support fleet readiness

Mission Impact: Ensuring uninterrupted readiness for deployed systems worldwide.

Production & Assembly Facilities

We’ve delivered 1,200+ manufacturing facilities, specializing in advanced capabilities::

Integration Halls-high-bay spaces for final satellite, rocket, or propulsion assembly.
ISO-classified clean rooms (Class 100-100,000) for avionics and optics
Vibration isolation for satellite integration and precision assembly
Electronics Manufacturing Labs – environments for radar, FLIR, avionics, and targeting systems
50-ton overhead cranes for heavy component handling
Redundant power systems ensuring 24/7 production continuity

Mission Impact: Contamination-free environments for critical components, from rapid prototyping to full-rate production.

Testing & Integration Centers

Complex environments requiring specialized infrastructure are our standard:

EMI/RFI shielded chambers for electronic warfare systems
Environmental test cells simulating extreme conditions
High-density cooling for simulation and compute workloads
Flexible Production Lines – quick-changeover bays for fast-shifting demand

Mission Impact: Testing infrastructure that validates mission success before deployment.

The Design-Build Difference

Why ARCO For Your Mission

Speed That Impacts Programs

The Challenge:

Facility delays cascade through entire programs, impacting contracts and readiness

Our Proof:

Up to 50% faster delivery documented across 10M+ SF of regulated environments. Single-source accountability eliminates coordination delays that threaten program timelines.

Operational Understanding

The Challenge:

Contractors who see buildings, not operations

Our Proof:

We’ve maintained 24/7 operations during construction for time-critical supply chains, achieved zero contamination in regulated environments, and delivered 99.999% uptime for mission-critical infrastructure. We understand sustainment and build readiness.

Financial Strength for Major Programs

The Challenge:

IDIQ competitions and major programs require proven capacity

Our Proof:

$5.2B+ annual revenue with bonding capacity for $100M+ projects. Employee-owned stability. Program risk reduction through guaranteed pricing and schedule certainty.

Strategic Bid Advantage

The Challenge:

Winning next-generation programs like Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) and NGAD

Our Proof:

Our integrated approach reduces program risk – schedule certainty and budget predictability become your competitive advantage. Supporting dynamic programs that require adaptive facilities and rapid deployment.