Northrop Grumman has identified the companies included in its nationwide team as part of its proposal to develop the Air Force’s Ground Based Strategic Deterrent.
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Sara Sirota was an associate editor for Inside the Air Force until April 2021. Previously, she reported for The Hill and The Cazenovia Republican. She has a master's degree in security studies from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service and a bachelor's degree in political science from Colgate University.
Northrop Grumman has identified the companies included in its nationwide team as part of its proposal to develop the Air Force’s Ground Based Strategic Deterrent.
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