General Dynamics United Kingdom Limited , a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics ( NYSE : GD ) , is a leading player in the UK 's knowledge economy and industrial base . � � Established in the United Kingdom for over 40 years , it employs over 1,600 people at 10 UK and international facilities . � � A prime contractor and complex systems integrator , working in partnership with the Ministry of Defence ( MoD ) and other allies , growing key intellectual property , skills and capabilities in its UK research facilities and workforce , whilst harnessing world-leading technology .