The Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) is a Department of Defense Laboratory located in Sacramento, California, operating under the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment. DMEA is composed of specialized microelectronics engineers and support staff working in close partnership with the major defense contractors and the semiconductor industry to rapidly develop advanced technology applications for the warfighter. DMEA's microelectronics specialists produce solutions that support critical active military operations. DMEA's research activities advance microelectronics technologies to support current and future warfighter needs. DMEA's advanced laboratory facilities and unique flexible semiconductor foundry enable DMEA's professional team to provide trusted high mix, low volume microelectronic solutions.