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NAICS 334511: Search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical system and instrument manufacturing

NAICS 334511 is the industry code for search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical system and instrument manufacturing. Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Explore financing for technology and start your application when you are ready.

What 334511 covers

This code covers makers of search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical and nautical systems and instruments, such as radar, sonar, GPS units, avionics and flight instruments.

Included in this code

  • Radar and sonar systems
  • Avionics and flight instruments
  • GPS and navigation systems
  • Missile guidance systems
  • Nautical instruments

Businesses that use 334511

Avionics makerSonar system manufacturerDefense electronics contractor

Financing for this trade

These makers rely on contract financing, receivables lines on government and aerospace customers, and equipment loans. Lenders look at defense backlog, certifications and clearances.

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Is 334511 the right code for a navigation, guidance and avionics manufacturer?

Yes, if you make radar, sonar, navigation, guidance or avionics systems. General wireless equipment belongs in 334220, and nonelectronic aircraft parts in 336413. Surveying and other measuring instruments generally belong in 334519. If two codes seem to fit, the activity that produces the most revenue decides, and lenders will expect that same code everywhere.

What is the SBA size standard for 334511?

Under 13 CFR 121.201, a business classified under NAICS 334511 is small if it averages no more than 1,350 employees, counting affiliates, over the prior 24 months. SBA uses that number for loan eligibility and federal agencies use it for small business set asides. A firm above it can still qualify for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans under the alternative standard of $15 million tangible net worth and $5 million average net income.

How do defense electronics makers finance contracts?

Defense electronics firms often use lines of credit secured by government receivables, sometimes with assignment of claims, plus progress payments on long contracts. Equipment loans finance test and production equipment. Lenders look at backlog, past performance and compliance requirements. Lenders move fastest when financial statements, tax returns and a debt schedule are ready to share.

What does NAICS 334511 cover?

Search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical system and instrument manufacturing. Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 31-33 Manufacturing, 334 Computer and electronic product manufacturing, 3345 Navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments manufacturing, 33451 Navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments manufacturing.

What financing do NAICS 334511 businesses use?

Equipment financing, working capital, SBA loans and invoice factoring are the products placed most for technology businesses. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.

Where do I put NAICS 334511?

On the SBA loan application, on federal Schedule C or Form 1120, on SAM.gov and state registrations, and on most lender applications. A business can report more than one code; use this one if it describes what produces most of your revenue.