Northrop recognizes Cygnus as a top supplier

PONDERAY — Cygnus, Inc. has been recognized by Northrop Grumman Corporation’s Aerospace Systems sector as a 2008 Supplier of the Year for its work on a number of programs. 

Cygnus was one of 11 companies to receive a Supplier of the Year designation in this, the fourth year for the awards program. It was the only company to receive the award for a third time. Company president Jack Ambrosiani accepted the award on behalf of the company at an April 17 luncheon sponsored by Northrop Grumman in Manhattan Beach, Calif.

“Cygnus, Inc.’s high quality precision sheet metal machine parts and assemblies make it possible for Northrop Grumman to reach their program milestones,” Ambrosiani said. “We’re honored to be part of the team that’s helping the men and women of the U.S. armed forces protect our country, accomplish their mission, and return home to safety.”

Northrop Grumman developed its Supplier of the Year Award program to recognize the critical role that its suppliers play in the delivery of high-performance products that the company produces for the United States and international customers.

Northrop began the program is in 2003 as a way to build stronger long-term relationships with its suppliers. 

Cygnus, Inc. is an industry leader as a manufacturer of high-quality precision sheet metal and machine parts and assemblies now shipping over 300,000 parts annually. 

Under the initiative, suppliers receive a quarterly score on criteria such as quality, on-time delivery and participation in affordability initiatives. To be considered for a Supplier of the Year award, a company must demonstrate consistently superior performance in delivering products and services to Northrop Grumman.