# Global Tooling Systems named Elite Supplier by Lockheed Martin for F-35 tooling

Global Tooling Systems, an Ascent Aerospace company, was named an Elite top performing supplier by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics for tooling and support provided for the F-35 Lightning II, including assembly jigs and work stands. The award was presented on May 17, 2018.

- Type: Contract
- Announced: 2018-05-21
- Where: Macomb, Michigan, United States
- Status: completed
- Products: assembly jigs, work stands, production tools for F-35
- Sectors: [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [Ascent Aerospace](https://endata.com/companies/31988.md)
- [Global Tooling Systems](https://endata.com/companies/31989.md)
- [Lockheed Martin Aeronautics](https://endata.com/companies/31990.md) (customer)

## Sources

- [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ascent-aerospace---global-tooling-systems-presented-elite-supplier-award-from-lockheed-martin-aeronautics-300651933.html), 2018-05-21: "Your partnership and commitment to on time delivery and quality products ensures our ability to offer safety and security across the globe"

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