Harris Corporation Establishes Regional Government Communications Systems Business Operation in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Top Quote Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS), an international communications and information technology company, has expanded its Government Communications Systems operations in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as a result of recent contract wins in the region. End Quote
  • (1888PressRelease) February 10, 2012 - The expanded Harris operation will support numerous government customers, including those served by Harris IT Services, which is already located there.

    The recent contract wins spurred the company to increase employment to more than 50 employees in two Harris facilities located at 4619 Foreign Trade Zone Boulevard and 8955A Drennan Road. The business also has expanded its subcontracting efforts with other companies in the region.

    "Our Colorado Springs operation now provides end-to-end sustaining engineering capabilities, ranging from system maintenance and depot-level support to engineering design and development," said Sheldon Fox, group president, Harris Government Communications Systems. "This move consolidates several programs and initiatives based in Colorado so that we can better serve our U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army customers, and positions Harris for additional business opportunities in the area."

    About Harris Corporation
    Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $6 billion of annual revenue and about 17,000 employees — including nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications® products, systems, and services. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at www.harris.com.

    Contact Information:

    Sleighton Meyer
    Harris Government Communications Systems
    sleighton.meyer ( @ ) harris dot com
    321-727-6514

    Jim Burke
    Harris Corporation
    jim.burke ( @ ) harris dot com
    321-727-9131

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