Boeing and Palantir Collaborate to Accelerate AI Integration Across Defense Programs and Factories
Boeing and Palantir announced at the annual Air, Space & Cyber Conference that the two industry leaders are joining forces to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems and software across Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) operations. This strategic collaboration is designed to enhance the efficiency, speed, and reliability of BDS’s manufacturing and program management processes while reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge defense capabilities to U.S. and allied military customers.
At the heart of this partnership is Palantir’s Foundry platform, a sophisticated AI-driven software suite that unifies complex and disparate datasets into a single, intuitive interface. By leveraging Foundry, BDS aims to standardize analytics, improve decision-making, and streamline operations across its global production network. BDS operates over a dozen major manufacturing facilities that produce a wide array of defense platforms, including military aircraft, helicopters, satellites, spacecraft, missiles, and weapons systems. With such a diverse and geographically dispersed network of factories, the integration of AI-driven analytics is expected to enhance operational visibility, reduce bottlenecks, and accelerate the delivery of mission-critical products.
“Palantir is on the cutting edge when it comes to leveraging artificial intelligence to accelerate getting critical products, services, and capabilities into the hands of military operators,” said Steve Parker, CEO of Boeing Defense, Space & Security. “This collaboration is a natural fit that brings together two great companies with a common mission: supporting uniformed personnel in protecting freedom around the world.” Parker emphasized that the partnership will not only improve manufacturing efficiencies but also enable BDS to rapidly respond to emerging defense needs by harnessing AI insights to guide production and program management.
In addition to enhancing factory operations, BDS has engaged Palantir to provide AI expertise for a range of classified and proprietary programs. These efforts, which are focused on supporting some of the military’s most sensitive missions, are expected to benefit from the robust analytical capabilities of Palantir’s platform. By leveraging AI to process vast and complex datasets, BDS can make more informed decisions and maintain operational advantages for military operators in critical areas of defense readiness.
“Palantir and Boeing Defense, Space & Security are committed to delivering dominant capabilities to the warfighter to deter conflict and defend the homeland,” said Mike Gallagher, Palantir’s Head of Defense. “This partnership will turbocharge production and innovation, allowing Boeing and Palantir to bring cutting-edge technology to current and next-generation defense programs. America’s enemies aren’t slowing down, and neither can we.” Gallagher highlighted that the collaboration is as much about innovation as it is about speed, ensuring that U.S. defense programs remain at the forefront of technological advancement in a rapidly evolving global security environment.
Boeing’s collaboration with Palantir reflects a broader trend within the aerospace and defense sector toward integrating AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics across complex supply chains and production systems. By combining Boeing’s engineering expertise and extensive manufacturing infrastructure with Palantir’s data integration and AI capabilities, the partnership aims to set new benchmarks in defense production efficiency and operational excellence.
As one of the world’s leading aerospace companies and a top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures, and services a wide range of commercial airplanes, defense products, and space systems. With customers in more than 150 countries, Boeing’s global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, create economic opportunities, and support sustainability and community impact initiatives. The company’s commitment to its core values of safety, quality, and integrity underpins every program, product, and partnership it undertakes, including its groundbreaking collaboration with Palantir.
Through this AI-driven partnership, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is poised to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities, improve operational responsiveness, and accelerate the deployment of next-generation defense solutions. The integration of Palantir’s Foundry platform into BDS operations underscores Boeing’s ongoing dedication to innovation, technological leadership, and its mission to support military personnel in protecting freedom around the globe. By embracing AI across its factories and programs, BDS is not only optimizing production but also preparing the defense sector for the increasingly complex demands of modern warfare and global security.
