FAA Honors Sierra Nevada Corporation with Gold Certificate of Excellence Award

Sparks, NV – December 10th, 2008 – Sierra Nevada Corporation Integrated Mission Systems of Hagerstown, Maryland received special recognition from the FAA in a ceremony at their facility on the 10th of December.  They were awarded the Certificate of Excellence “GOLD AWARD”, which is an honor given when 50 percent or more of all eligible employees participate in the FAA’s Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Program.

A Sierra Nevada Corporation / Integrated Mission Systems employee received their first Diamond Award for maintenance training excellence from the FAA for its Hagerstown, Maryland, Part 145 Certified Repair Station.

Fifty-five eligible employees received individual Aviation Maintenance Technician Awards for their participation in the 2008 Maintenance Training Program.  These awards ranged from the Bronze to Diamond Award.

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions in electronics, aerospace, avionics, space, micro-satellite, aircraft and communications systems for both the private and public sectors. Founded in 1963, SNC’s seven unique business areas employ more than 1,300 people in 30 different locations in 20 states – all of whom are dedicated to providing leading-edge solutions to SNC’s dynamic customer base.

Over its 46 year history, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. SNC has grown into one of the Top Woman-Owned Federal Contractors in the United States while maintaining its reputation for innovation and agility. The company continues to focus its growth on the commercial sector through internal advancements and outside acquisitions, including the emerging markets of telemedicine, nanotechnology, energy and net-centric operations.

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