DETROIT DEFENSE SYSTEMS, LLC

Ricardo Defense Systems, LLC specializes in the design, manufacturing, and integration of mission-critical defense components, with deep expertise in motor vehicle steering and suspension systems, power distribution equipment, and precision electronic modules. The company delivers high-reliability components including steering supports, disc brake rotors, wiring harnesses, and switchgear apparatus, engineered to meet stringent military specifications for durability, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility. Their technical proficiency spans precision metal fabrication, high-voltage transformer assembly, and embedded electronics integration, serving applications in armored vehicles, tactical logistics platforms, and field-deployable power systems. A key differentiator is their ability to produce complex, low-volume, high-integrity parts under tight military logistics timelines, often for legacy and mission-essential systems requiring exact form, fit, and function replacements. The contractor maintains a consistent relationship with the Department of Defense, supplying components through DLA Land and Maritime and DLA Aviation for ground vehicle sustainment, fleet modernization, and tactical equipment maintenance. Their work supports critical supply chain continuity for DoD-maintained vehicle fleets and logistics systems, with a focus on NSN-referenced parts requiring certified sourcing and traceability. Industry focus centers on NAICS 336330 for steering and suspension components, 335311 for power transformers and wiring harnesses, and 335312 for motor and generator assemblies—reflecting a niche specialization in defense vehicle electrification and mechanical subsystems. The company positions itself as a trusted supplier for hard-to-source, non-commercial items requiring reverse engineering, material substitution, or MIL-SPEC compliance. Ricardo Defense Systems, LLC is a small business structured as a 2L entity, headquartered in Troy, Michigan. While no formal government certifications are listed, their sustained DoD contract activity demonstrates proven compliance with defense procurement standards and supply chain security protocols. Their geographic presence in the Midwest industrial corridor supports rapid response to military logistics hubs and defense manufacturing networks.