MO.HO.CO. Business Spotlight: Sierra Nevada Company, LLC

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC
Defense, Aerospace & Advanced Technology | Southern Pines, NC
Global innovation. National security. Local impact.
Located in Southern Pines, Sierra Nevada Company, LLC, plays a critical role in supporting national defense and advancing cutting-edge technology, all while contributing meaningfully to the Moore County community. With more than 60 highly skilled employees on-site, SNC helps drive local economic growth by creating quality jobs and attracting federal attention from partners such as the Department of Defense, Fort Bragg, and defense industry stakeholders across North Carolina.
SNC’s work fulfills a vital need by advancing national security priorities and fostering innovation across defense, aviation, space, and technology. Their presence brings not only expertise and infrastructure to the region but also elevates Moore County’s visibility as a strategic hub for defense-related operations.
The SNC name reflects its legacy of innovation, excellence, and mission-driven solutions. Globally, the company is owned by visionary husband-and-wife team Eren and Fatih Ozmen, whose leadership has grown SNC into a trusted partner for critical missions worldwide. Locally, Rob Bender, Director at the Moore County facility, provides steady leadership and stewardship, ensuring SNC’s global innovation translates into real opportunities and impact right here at home.
What may surprise many is the diverse makeup of SNC’s local team. Engineers, IT specialists, program managers, security professionals, testers, help desk staff, former military members, and recent college graduates work side by side in a collaborative, inclusive environment. This diversity of backgrounds fuels creative problem-solving and strengthens SNC’s connection to the community it serves.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of SNC’s culture. The team actively supports local schools through book drives, runs Toys for Tots campaigns, volunteers with organizations like Habitat for Humanity, and supports programs that help transitioning military members move into civilian careers. One standout initiative is “Pints & Prototypes,” an event that brings customers and partners together to showcase SNC technologies, feature guest speakers, and highlight local craft breweries, all while fostering collaboration and innovation.
From Moore County to missions that matter worldwide, Sierra Nevada Company proves that global impact can start right here at home.
SNC is proud to call Moore County home for its unique balance of innovation access, military proximity, and quality of life. Close ties to the Triangle’s tech ecosystem, proximity to Fort Bragg, and the Sandhills’ close-knit community, golf culture, and natural beauty make this region an ideal place for SNC’s team to live, work, and thrive.
For students and jobseekers, SNC offers internships and career opportunities across a wide range of disciplines, providing hands-on experience with meaningful, real-world projects. They value employees who are self-starters, innovative thinkers, adaptable problem-solvers, and team-oriented professionals with integrity and a passion for learning.
As SNC continues to grow and innovate, the community can support their work by staying engaged, spreading awareness of local career opportunities, and recognizing the role advanced industries play in strengthening the Sandhills economy.
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