Curtiss‑Wright Selected by Boeing to Supply Mission Computers for C‑17 Modernization

Curtiss‑Wright has been chosen by Boeing to provide mission computer technology for the U.S. Air Force’s C‑17 Globemaster III Flight Deck Obsolescence and Technology Refresh program, a major avionics upgrade intended to extend the service life and operational capability of the strategic airlift fleet. The contract carries an estimated lifetime value exceeding 400 million dollars and reinforces the company’s long‑standing role in U.S. military modernization initiatives.

Advancing the C‑17’s Next Phase of Avionics Upgrades

Under the program, Curtiss‑Wright will deliver Modular Open Systems Approach aligned mission computers for integration across the C‑17 fleet. These systems are designed to support higher computing performance, enable future technology insertion, and maintain long‑term readiness for both U.S. and allied operators. The upgrade is part of a broader effort to modernize the cockpit and ensure the aircraft remains viable for decades of global mobility operations.

Company leadership emphasized that the rugged, modular architecture of the new mission computers is intended to evolve with emerging mission requirements, supporting the Air Force’s push toward open, scalable avionics solutions.

Supporting a Critical Strategic Airlift Platform

The C‑17 has been a cornerstone of U.S. strategic airlift since the early 1990s, transporting heavy equipment, vehicles, and personnel across global theaters. Ensuring the platform’s avionics remain current is essential for mission reliability, interoperability, and sustainment planning. Curtiss‑Wright’s selection builds on its long relationship with Boeing and highlights the company’s continued contribution to next‑generation aerospace modernization programs.

Work Performed Within Curtiss‑Wright’s Defense Electronics Segment

The mission computer production and integration support will be carried out within Curtiss‑Wright’s Defense Electronics segment, which specializes in rugged computing, avionics, and open‑architecture systems for military and aerospace applications.

About Curtiss‑Wright Corporation

Curtiss‑Wright Corporation is a global integrated business providing engineered products, solutions, and services for aerospace and defense, commercial nuclear power, and industrial markets. With a workforce of approximately 9,100 employees, the company builds on the legacy of Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, delivering advanced technologies and long‑standing customer partnerships across critical sectors.