Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Since 1955
General Atomics makes electronics, software, unmanned aircraft systems, electromagnetic systems, and nuclear technology. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California, was founded in 1955, and is privately held with an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees. It serves the aerospace, defense, automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries. Its most recent reported development is the selection to support Army-Navy hypersonic weapons production through 2031, as announced by the company.
General Atomics at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1955
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap
Import activity
134
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Military & Defense
Aerospace
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
134
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · South Korea · Germany · United Arab Emirates
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from General Atomics.
What this tells a buyer
No customs or trade data is available in the record, and the company's most recent reported development is a 2026 selection to support hypersonic weapons production through 2031.
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Nadcap certifications, and its listed products and services include sensors, machining, electronics, and assembly.
The company is privately held, its employee count is estimated at 10,000 to 50,000, and it has facilities in Shannon, Mississippi, and San Diego, California.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
71 years in operation (founded 1955).
Holds AS9100, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
General Atomics makes electronics, software, unmanned aircraft systems, electromagnetic systems, and nuclear technology. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California, was founded in 1955, and is privately held with an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees. It serves the aerospace, defense, automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries. Its most recent reported development is the selection to support Army-Navy hypersonic weapons production through 2031, as announced by the company.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1955 |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap |
What General Atomics makes
The company holds AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Nadcap certifications, and its listed products and services include sensors, machining, electronics, and assembly.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Sensor, Machining, Electronics, Assembly (source: ga.com).
Certifications
General Atomics is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — ga.com
ISO 14001 — ga.com
ISO 9001 — ga.com
Nadcap — ga-ats.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs or trade data is available in the record, and the company's most recent reported development is a 2026 selection to support hypersonic weapons production through 2031. US customs bill-of-lading records list 134 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · South Korea · Germany · United Arab Emirates.
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — General Atomics Selected to Support Army-Navy Hypersonic Weapons Production through 2031 | General Atomics (ga.com)
2026-10-30 — GA-ASI Opening New Remote Split Operation in North Dakota | General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (ga-asi.com)
2026-09-14 — GA-ASI Opening a New Facility in Dayton, Ohio | General Atomics (ga.com)
2026-09-10 — General Atomics marks second expansion in four months in Shannon | Mississippi Development Authority (mississippi.org)
2026-04-27 — General Atomics Selected for Phase 3 of US Space Force Enterprise Space Terminal Program Following Successful Laser Crosslink Verification | General Atomics (ga.com)
2026-03-04 — Defense technology leader General Atomics expanding operations in Shannon, MS - Southern Economic Development Council (sedc.org)
Facilities
Public sources reference the following locations:
Company details
The company is privately held, its employee count is estimated at 10,000 to 50,000, and it has facilities in Shannon, Mississippi, and San Diego, California. General Atomics was founded in 1955, and has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 71 years in operation (founded 1955). Holds AS9100, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does General Atomics make?
General Atomics makes electronics, software, unmanned aircraft systems, electromagnetic systems, and nuclear technology. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California, was founded in 1955, and is privately held with an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees. It serves the aerospace, defense, automotive, electric vehicle, and electronics industries. Its most recent reported development is the selection to support Army-Navy hypersonic weapons production through 2031, as announced by the company.
When was General Atomics founded?
General Atomics was founded in 1955.
How big is General Atomics?
General Atomics has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does General Atomics hold?
General Atomics lists AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does General Atomics import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 134 inbound shipments for General Atomics, with top origins including China · South Korea · Germany · United Arab Emirates.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 541-343-7794
Certification
AS9100 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · Nadcap
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