Major U.S. defense contractor providing aerospace, combat systems, information systems, and mission-critical technologies.
| Type | Prime |
|---|---|
| Ownership | Public |
| Founded | 1952 |
| Headquarters | 🇺🇸 Reston, United States |
| Region | NORTH AM |
| Employees | 10K+ |
| Listed | GD · NYSE |
General Dynamics is one of the largest defense primes in the United States, operating across four business segments: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Systems and Technology, and Marine Systems. The company serves the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and international customers with advanced weapons systems, aircraft, ships, and cybersecurity solutions.
As a publicly traded Fortune 500 company, General Dynamics maintains significant R&D capabilities and manufacturing facilities across the United States and internationally.
General Dynamics was founded in 1952 through the merger of several aerospace and defense companies. It has grown through acquisitions and organic development to become a leading defense prime, with major programs including the F-16 fighter jet, Gulfstream business aircraft, Virginia-class submarines, and Abrams main battle tanks.