Item 1B.
Unresolved Staff Comments.
None.
On September 30, 2017, we occupied 5,068,000 square feet of space, distributed by segment as follows:
We have principal manufacturing facilities in the United States and countries throughout the world in the following locations:
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Aircraft Controls - U.S., Philippines and United Kingdom.
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Space and Defense Controls - U.S., Ireland and Germany.
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Industrial Systems - Germany, Italy, U.S., China, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Philippines, Japan, India, Ireland, Brazil and United Kingdom.
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Components - U.S., United Kingdom, Costa Rica, Canada, Germany and Lithuania.
Our corporate headquarters is located in East Aurora, New York.
We believe that our properties have been adequately maintained and are generally in good condition. Operating leases for our properties expire at various times from 2018 through 2036. Upon the expiration of our current leases, we believe that we will be able to either secure renewal terms or enter into leases for alternative locations at market terms.
Item 3.
Item 3.
Legal Proceedings.
From time to time, we are involved in legal proceedings. We are not a party to any pending legal proceedings that management believes will result in a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
Item 4.
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures.
Not applicable.
PART II
Item 5.
Item 5.
Market for the Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities.
Our two classes of common shares, Class A common stock and Class B common stock, are traded on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") under the ticker symbols MOG.A and MOG.B. The following chart sets forth, for the periods indicated, the high and low sales prices of the Class A common stock and Class B common stock on the NYSE.
Quarterly Stock Prices
The number of shareholders of record of Class A common stock and Class B common stock was 701 and 309, respectively, as of November 7, 2017.
We did not pay cash dividends on our Class A common stock or Class B common stock in 2016 or 2017 and have no current plans to do so.
The following table summarizes our purchases of our common stock for the quarter ended September 30, 2017.
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
(1)
Reflects purchases by the Moog Inc. Stock Employee Compensation Trust Agreement ("SECT") of shares of Class B common stock from the Moog Inc. Retirement Savings Plan ("RSP") as follows: 27,858 shares at $72.58 per share during July; 39,697 shares at $74.87 per share during August; and 18,397 shares at $83.16 per share during September.
(2)
In connection with the exercise of equity-based compensation awards, we accept delivery of shares to pay for the exercise price and withhold shares for tax withholding obligations. In July, we accepted delivery of 11,931 shares at $72.51 per share, in August, we accepted delivery of 26,137 shares at $75.51 per share and in September, we accepted delivery of 1,113 shares at $81.07 per share, in connection with the exercise of equity-based awards.
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The Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program. This program has been amended from time to time to authorize additional repurchases up to an aggregate 13 million common shares. The program permits the purchase of shares of Class A or Class B common stock in open market or privately negotiated transactions at the discretion of management.
Performance Graph
The following graph and tables show the performance of the Company's Class A common stock compared to the NYSE Composite-Total Return Index and the S&P Aerospace & Defense Index for a $100 investment made on September 30, 2012, including reinvestment of any dividends.
Item 6.
Item 6.
Selected Financial Data.
For a more detailed discussion of 2015 through 2017, refer to Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations of this report and Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report.
Amounts in the table above have been revised in accordance with the retrospective application of Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2015-03 and 2015-17 for all years presented. See Note 1 of the Consolidated Financial Statements at Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report.
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Includes the effects of our share repurchase program. See the Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity and Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow at Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report.
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Includes goodwill impairment charge. See Note 6 of the Consolidated Financial Statements at Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report.
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Includes the effects of acquisitions and divestitures. See Note 2 of the Consolidated Financial Statements at Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report. In 2013, we acquired two businesses, one in our Space and Defense Controls segment and one in our Components segment.
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Represents net earnings attributable to common shareholders and net earnings per share attributable to common shareholders.
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Twelve-month backlog is defined as confirmed orders we believe will be recognized as revenue within the next twelve months.
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Net debt is total debt less cash and cash equivalents. Capitalization is the sum of net debt and shareholders’ equity.
Item 7.
Item 7.
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
OVERVIEW
We are a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems for a broad range of applications in aerospace and defense and industrial markets.
Within the aerospace and defense market, our products and systems include:
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Defense market - primary and secondary flight controls for military aircraft, stabilization and automatic ammunition loading controls for armored combat vehicles, tactical and strategic missile steering controls and gun aiming controls.
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Commercial aircraft market - primary and secondary flight controls for commercial aircraft.
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Commercial space market - satellite positioning controls and thrust vector controls for space launch vehicles.
In the industrial market, our products are used in a wide range of applications including:
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Industrial automation market - injection molding, metal forming, heavy industry, material and automotive testing and pilot training simulators.
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Energy market - power generation, oil and gas exploration and wind energy.
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Medical market - enteral clinical nutrition and infusion therapy pumps, ultrasonic sensors and surgical handpieces and CT scanners.
We operate under four segments, Aircraft Controls, Space and Defense Controls, Industrial Systems and Components. Our principal manufacturing facilities are located in the United States, Philippines, United Kingdom, Germany, Costa Rica, India, China, Japan, Italy, Netherlands, Canada, Ireland and Luxembourg.
We have long-term contracts with some of our customers. These contracts are predominantly within Aircraft Controls and Space and Defense Controls and represent 38%, 34% and 33% of our sales in 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively. We recognize revenue on these contracts using the percentage of completion, cost-to-cost method of accounting as work progresses toward completion. The remainder of our sales are recognized when the risks and rewards of ownership and title to the product are transferred to the customer, principally as units are delivered or as service obligations are satisfied. This method of revenue recognition is predominantly used within the Industrial Systems and Components segments, as well as with aftermarket activity.
We concentrate on providing our customers with products designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. Our products are applied in demanding applications, "When Performance Really Matters®." We believe we have achieved a leadership position in the high performance, precision controls market, by capitalizing on our core foundational strengths, which are our technical experts working collaboratively around the world and the capabilities we deliver for mission-critical solutions. These strengths yield a broad control product portfolio, across a diverse base of customers and end markets.
By focusing on customer intimacy and commitment to solving their most demanding technical problems, we have been able to innovate our control product franchise from one market to another, organically growing from a high-performance components supplier to a high-performance systems supplier. In addition, we continue achieving substantial content positions on the platforms on which we currently participate, seeking to be the dominant supplier in the current niche markets we serve. We also look for innovation in all aspects of our business, employing new technologies to improve productivity and to develop innovative business models.
Our fundamental strategies to achieve our goals center around talent, lean and innovation and include:
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a strong leadership team that has positioned the company for growth,
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utilizing our global capabilities and strong engineering heritage to innovate,
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maintaining our technological excellence by solving our customers’ most demanding technical problems in applications "When Performance Really Matters®,"
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continuing to invest in talent development to strengthen employee performance
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and maximizing customer value by implementing lean enterprise principles.
These activities will help us achieve our financial objective of increasing shareholder value with sustainable competitive advantages across our segments. In doing so, we expect to maintain a balanced, diversified portfolio in terms of markets served, product applications, customer base and geographic presence.
We focus on improving shareholder value through strategic revenue growth, both acquired and organic, through improving operating efficiencies and manufacturing initiatives and through utilizing low cost manufacturing facilities without compromising quality. Additionally, we take a balanced approach to capital deployment, which may include strategic acquisitions or further share buyback activity, in order to maximize shareholder returns over the long-term.
We face numerous challenges to improving shareholder value. These include, but are not limited to, adjusting to dynamic global economic conditions that are influenced by governmental, industrial and commercial factors, pricing pressures from customers, strong competition, foreign currency fluctuations and increases in employee benefit costs. We may also engage in restructuring and divesting activities, including reducing overhead, consolidating facilities and exiting some product lines if we deem the operations as non-strategic or underperforming.
Financial Highlights
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Net sales for fiscal 2017 increased 4% to $2.5 billion.
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Total operating profit increased 5% to $250 million.
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Effective tax rate at 22.7%.
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Net earnings attributable to Moog increased 11% to $141 million.
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Diluted earnings per share increased 12% to $3.90.
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Strong cash from operating activities at $218 million.
Acquisitions and Divestitures
All of our acquisitions are accounted for under the purchase method and, accordingly, the operating results for the acquired companies are included in the consolidated statements of earnings from the respective dates of acquisition. Under purchase accounting, we record assets and liabilities at fair value and such amounts are reflected in the respective captions on the consolidated balance sheets. The purchase price described for each acquisition below is net of any cash acquired, includes debt issued or assumed and the fair value of contingent consideration.
In 2017, we acquired Rotary Transfer Systems, a manufacturer of electromechanical systems, located in Germany and France for $43 million. This acquisition is included in our Components segment. We also sold non-core businesses in our Space and Defense Controls segment. We recorded losses in other expense of $13 million and consideration of $7 million related to the sales.
In 2016, we acquired a 70% ownership in Linear Mold and Engineering, a Livonia, Michigan-based company specializing in metal additive manufacturing that provides engineering, manufacturing and production consulting services to customers across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, defense, energy and industrial for $23 million. In 2017, we acquired the remaining 30% redeemable noncontrolling interest for $2 million. This acquisition is included in our Space and Defense Controls segment.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Our financial statements and accompanying notes are prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates, assumptions and judgments that affect the amounts reported. These estimates, assumptions and judgments are affected by our application of accounting policies, which are discussed in Note 1 of Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report. We believe the accounting policies discussed below are the most critical in understanding and evaluating our financial results. These critical accounting policies have been reviewed with the Audit Committee of our Board of Directors.
Revenue Recognition on Long-Term Contracts
Revenue representing 38% of 2017 sales was accounted for using the percentage of completion, cost-to-cost method of accounting. This method of revenue recognition is predominantly used within the Aircraft Controls and Space and Defense Controls segments due to the contractual nature of the business activities, with the exception of their respective aftermarket activities. The contractual arrangements are either firm fixed-price or cost-plus contracts and are with the U.S. Government or its prime subcontractors, foreign governments or commercial aircraft manufacturers, including Boeing and Airbus. The nature of the contractual arrangements includes customers’ requirements for delivery of hardware as well as funded nonrecurring development work in anticipation of follow-on production orders.
We recognize revenue on contracts in the current period using the percentage of completion, cost-to-cost method of accounting as work progresses toward completion as determined by the ratio of cumulative costs incurred to date to estimated total contract costs at completion, multiplied by the total estimated contract revenue, less cumulative revenue recognized in prior periods. Changes in estimates affecting sales, costs and profits are recognized in the period in which the change becomes known using the cumulative catch-up method of accounting, resulting in the cumulative effect of changes reflected in the period. Estimates are reviewed and updated quarterly for substantially all contracts. A significant change in an estimate on one or more contracts could have a material effect on our results of operations.
Occasionally, it is appropriate to combine our segment contracts. Contracts are combined in those limited circumstances when they are negotiated as a package in the same economic environment with an overall profit margin objective and constitute, in essence, an agreement to do a single project. In such cases, we recognize revenue and costs over the performance period of the combined contracts as if they were one. Contracts are segmented in limited circumstances if the customer has the right to accept separate elements of the contract and the total amount of the proposals on the separate components approximate the amount of the proposal on the entire project. For segmented contracts, we recognize revenue and costs as if they were separate contracts over the performance periods of the individual elements or phases.
Contract costs include only allocable, allowable and reasonable costs which are included in cost of sales when incurred. For applicable U.S. Government contracts, contract costs are determined in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations and the related Cost Accounting Standards. The nature of these costs includes development engineering costs and product manufacturing costs such as direct material, direct labor, other direct costs and indirect overhead costs. Contract profit is recorded as a result of the revenue recognized less costs incurred in any reporting period. Amounts representing performance incentives, penalties, contract claims or change orders are considered in estimating revenues, costs and profits when they can be reliably estimated and realization is considered probable. Revenue recognized on contracts for unresolved claims or unapproved contract change orders was not material in 2017, 2016 or 2015.
Contract and Contract-Related Loss Reserves
At September 30, 2017, we had contract and contract-related loss reserves of $43 million. For contracts with anticipated losses at completion, a provision for the entire amount of the estimated remaining loss is charged against income in the period in which the loss becomes known. Contract losses are determined considering all direct and indirect contract costs, exclusive of any selling, general or administrative cost allocations that are treated as period expenses. Loss reserves are more common on firm fixed-price contracts that involve, to varying degrees, the design and development of new and unique controls or control systems to meet the customers’ specifications. Contract-related loss reserves are recorded for the additional work needed on completed products in order for them to meet contract specifications.
Reserves for Inventory Valuation
At September 30, 2017, we had net inventories of $489 million, or 30% of current assets. Reserves for inventory were $109 million, or 18% of gross inventories. Inventories are stated at the lower-of-cost-or-market with cost determined primarily on the first-in, first-out method of valuation.
We record valuation reserves to provide for slow-moving or obsolete inventory by principally using a formula-based method that increases the valuation reserve as the inventory ages. We also take specific circumstances into consideration. We consider overall inventory levels in relation to firm customer backlog in addition to forecasted demand including aftermarket sales. Changes in these and other factors, such as low demand and technological obsolescence, could cause us to increase our reserves for inventory valuation, which would negatively impact our gross margin. As we record provisions within cost of sales to increase inventory valuation reserves, we establish a new, lower cost basis for the inventory.
Reviews for Impairment of Goodwill
At September 30, 2017, we had $774 million of goodwill, or 25% of total assets. We test goodwill for impairment for each of our reporting units at least annually, during our fourth quarter, and whenever events occur or circumstances change, such as changes in the business climate, poor indicators of operating performance or the sale or disposition of a significant portion of a reporting unit. We also test goodwill for impairment when there is a change in reporting units.
We identify our reporting units by assessing whether the components of our operating segments constitute businesses for which discrete financial information is available and segment management regularly reviews the operating results of those components. We aggregate certain components based upon an evaluation of the facts and circumstances, including the nature of products and services and the extent of shared assets and resources. As a result, we have five reporting units.
Companies may perform a qualitative assessment as the initial step in the annual goodwill impairment testing process for all or selected reporting units. Companies are also allowed to bypass the qualitative analysis and perform a quantitative analysis if desired. Economic uncertainties and the length of time from the calculation of a baseline fair value are factors that we consider in determining whether to perform a quantitative test.
When we evaluate the potential for goodwill impairment using a qualitative assessment, we consider factors including, but not limited to, macroeconomic conditions, industry conditions, the competitive environment, changes in the market for our products and services, regulatory and political developments, entity specific factors such as strategy and changes in key personnel and overall financial performance. If, after completing this assessment, it is determined that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, we proceed to a quantitative two-step impairment test.
Quantitative testing first requires a comparison of the fair value of each reporting unit to its carrying value. We principally use the discounted cash flow method to estimate the fair value of our reporting units. The discounted cash flow method incorporates various assumptions, the most significant being projected revenue growth rates, operating margins and cash flows, the terminal growth rate and the discount rate. Management projects revenue growth rates, operating margins and cash flows based on each reporting unit's current business, expected developments and operational strategies typically over a five-year period. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, goodwill is considered impaired and any loss must be measured.
In measuring the impairment loss, the implied fair value of goodwill is determined by assigning a fair value to all of the reporting unit's assets and liabilities, including any unrecognized intangible assets, as if the reporting unit had been acquired in a business combination at fair value. If the carrying amount of the reporting unit's goodwill exceeds the implied fair value of that goodwill, an impairment loss would be recognized in an amount equal to that excess.
The determination of our assumptions is subjective and requires significant estimates. Changes in these estimates and assumptions could materially affect the results of our reviews for impairment of goodwill.
For our annual test of goodwill for impairment in 2017, we performed a quantitative assessment for each of our five reporting units.
Annual Test
We determined the fair value of our reporting units using discounted cash flows. We projected sales, operating margins and working capital requirements. We applied a 3% terminal value growth rate, which is supported by our historical growth rate, near-term projections and long-term expected market growth. We then discounted our projected cash flows using weighted-average costs of capital that ranged from 10.0% to 11.0% for our various reporting units. These discount rates reflect management’s assumptions of marketplace participants’ cost of capital. Based on our tests, the fair value of each reporting unit exceeded its carrying amount. Therefore, we concluded that goodwill was not impaired.
The fair value of each reporting unit exceeded its carrying amount by at least 45%. While any individual assumption could differ from those that we used, we believe the overall fair values of our reporting units are reasonable, as the values are derived from a mix of reasonable assumptions. Had we used discount rates that were 100 basis points higher or a terminal growth rate that was 100 basis points lower than those we assumed, the fair values of each of our reporting units would have continued to exceed their carrying amounts by at least 25%.
We evaluate the reasonableness of the resulting fair values of our reporting units by comparing the aggregate fair value to our market capitalization and assessing the reasonableness of any resulting premium.
Reviews for Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets held for use, which primarily includes finite-lived intangible assets and property, plant and equipment, are evaluated for impairment whenever events or circumstances indicate that the undiscounted net cash flows to be generated by their use over their expected useful lives and eventual disposition are less than their carrying value. The long-term nature of these assets requires the estimation of their cash inflows and outflows several years into the future and only takes into consideration technological advances known at the time of the impairment test. During 2017, there were no events or circumstances that indicated that the carrying value of the Company's long-lived assets held for use were not recoverable.
Pension Assumptions
We maintain various defined benefit pension plans covering employees at certain locations. Pension expense for all defined benefit plans for 2017 was $43 million. Pension obligations and the related costs are determined using actuarial valuations that involve several assumptions. The most critical assumptions are the discount rate, mortality rates and the long-term expected return on assets. Other assumptions include salary increases and retirement age.
Beginning with the 2017 fiscal year, we have elected to use the spot rate approach to estimate the service and interest cost components of the net periodic benefit cost for most of our plans. Under this approach the service cost is determined by applying the discount rates along the yield curve to the specific service cost cash flows to determine the present value. The interest cost component is computed by using each assumed discount rate along the curve. Prior to 2017, we estimated these components using a single weighted-average discount rate derived from the yield curve used to measure the benefit obligation at the beginning of the period. This change provides a more precise measurement of service and interest costs and favorably impacted expense by $7 million. The discount rates used in determining expense for the U.S. Employees’ Retirement Plan, our largest plan, in 2017 were a 4.0% service cost discount rate and a 3.2% interest cost discount rate, compared to a single discount rate of 4.5% in 2016. The change in discount rates increased expense $9 million for fiscal year 2017, or a net impact of $2 million after considering the impact of the refined approach. The discount rates are used to state expected future cash flows at present value. Using a higher discount rate decreases the present value of pension obligations and decreases pension expense. We use the Aon Hewitt AA Above Median yield curve to determine the discount rate for our U.S. defined benefit plans at year end. We believe that the Aon Hewitt AA Above Median Discount Yield Curve best mirrors the yields of bonds that would be selected by management if actions were taken to settle our obligation.
Mortality rates are used to estimate the life expectancy of plan participants during which they are expected to receive benefit payments. We use a modified version of the mortality table and projection scale published by the Society of Actuaries (SOA), which reflects improvements consistent with the Social Security Administration, as a basis for our mortality assumptions for our U.S. plans. We believe the use of this modified table and projection scale best reflects our demographics and anticipated plan outcomes.
The long-term expected return on assets assumption reflects the average rate of return expected on funds invested or to be invested to provide for the benefits included in the projected benefit obligation. In determining the long-term expected return on assets assumption, we consider our current and target asset allocations. We consider the relative weighting of plan assets, the historical performance of total plan assets and individual asset classes and economic and other indicators of future performance. Asset management objectives include maintaining an adequate level of diversification to reduce interest rate and market risk and to provide adequate liquidity to meet immediate and future benefit payment requirements. In determining the 2017 expense for our largest plan, we used a 7.50% return on assets assumption, compared to 7.75% for 2016. A 25 basis point decrease in the long-term expected return on assets assumption would increase our annual pension expense by $2 million.
Income Taxes
Our annual tax rate is based on our earnings before tax by jurisdiction, applicable statutory tax rates, the impacts of permanent differences, tax incentives and tax planning opportunities in the various jurisdictions in which we operate. Significant judgment is required in determining our annual tax rate and in evaluating our tax positions.
An estimated annual effective tax rate is applied to our quarterly ordinary operating results. For certain significant, unusual or infrequent events, we recognize the tax impact. The financial impacts of the divestitures of the European space business and related tax consequences were recorded as discrete items during the first and third quarters of 2017.
We record reserves against tax benefits when it’s more likely than not that we will not sustain a position if the appropriate taxing jurisdiction had full information and examined our position. We adjust these reserves when facts and circumstances change, such as when progress is made by taxing authorities in their review of our position. There is a considerable amount of judgement in making these assessments. During 2017, we had two situations that had a significant impact on our results, including the timing of recognizing tax benefits. The largest benefit related to the European space businesses that we either sold during Q1 or held for sale as of the end of Q1. The other benefit was derived from our conversion of our additive manufacturing business from a corporation to an LLC.
Valuation allowances associated with deferred tax assets is another area that requires judgment. We record a valuation allowance to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount of future tax benefit that we believe is more likely than not to be realized. We consider recent earnings projections, allowable tax carryforward periods, tax planning strategies and historical earnings performance to determine the amount of the valuation allowance. Changes in these factors could cause us to adjust our valuation allowance, which would impact our income tax expense when we determine that these factors have changed.
At September 30, 2017, we had gross deferred tax assets of $281 million and deferred tax asset valuation allowances of $5 million. The deferred tax assets principally relate to benefit accruals, inventory obsolescence, tax benefit carryforwards and contract loss reserves. The deferred tax assets include $10 million related to tax benefit carryforwards associated with net operating losses and tax credits, for which $5 million of deferred tax asset valuation allowances are recorded.
CONSOLIDATED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND OUTLOOK
Net sales in 2017 compared to 2016 increased in Aircraft Controls, Components and Space and Defense Controls, while net sales decreased in Industrial Systems. Weaker foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar, in particular the British pound, caused sales to decline $19 million in 2017 compared to 2016. Conversely, net sales decreased in each of our segments in 2016 compared to 2015. Weaker foreign currencies, in particular the British pound and the Euro relative to the U.S. dollar, contributed $26 million of the sales decline in 2016.
Gross margin decreased in 2017 compared to 2016. Negative sales mix in Aircraft Controls, driven by lower foreign military sales, as well as lower military aftermarket sales, reduced gross margin. Partly offsetting the decline were favorable sales mixes in Industrial Systems and in Space and Defense Controls. In addition, reduced costs from the restructuring actions taken in 2016 increased profitability $5 million.
Gross margin increased in 2016 compared to 2015. The restructuring benefits from actions taken in 2015 contributed $9 million of reduced costs. We also benefited from the absence of the $7 million correction of an out-of-period accounting adjustment in our Space and Defense Controls segment in 2015. However, the improvements were partly offset by an adverse sales mix in both Components and in Industrial Systems due to lower energy and industrial market sales.
Research and development expenses in 2017 decreased compared to 2016. Within Aircraft Controls, research and development expenses decreased $13 million, as development activities declined on the Embraer E-2 and the Airbus A350 programs. The reduced spend in Aircraft Controls was mostly offset by increases in research and development expenses in Components and Space and Defense Controls. Research and development expenses in 2016 increased compared to 2015. Within Aircraft Controls, research and development expenses increased $16 million as we had higher activity on our major commercial OEM programs.
Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of sales increased in 2017 compared to 2016. Within Space and Defense Controls and Components, we had higher selling activities. Partly offsetting the increases were $7 million of reduced costs from the restructuring actions taken in 2016. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of sales decreased in 2016 compared to 2015. Most of the declines were due to a focus on expense reduction.
Interest expense in 2017 was comparable to interest expense in 2016. In 2017, higher interest rates increased interest expense $4 million; however, lower levels of debt decreased interest expense $4 million. Interest expense in 2016 increased $3 million due to higher interest rates associated with our revolving credit facility. Additionally, interest expense increased $3 million due to higher levels of debt attributable to the funding of our share repurchase program.
In 2015 and 2016, we incurred restructuring expenses in response to business conditions. In 2015, we incurred $15 million of restructuring expenses, primarily in Space and Defense Controls, Industrial Systems and Aircraft Controls. Through 2016, the total savings were $20 million, or 95% of our original projected benefits prior to amending our workforce planning. More than half of these savings are in selling, general and administrative expenses. In the second and fourth quarters of 2016, we incurred $15 million of restructuring expenses, primarily in Aircraft Controls and Industrial Systems. Through the fourth quarter of 2017, the total savings were $17 million, in line with our expected return, with approximately 40% in cost of sales and 60% in selling, general and administrative expenses.
In 2016, we recorded a $5 million goodwill impairment charge in Space and Defense Controls related to our recent additive manufacturing acquisition.
Other expense in 2017 includes $13 million of losses associated with the sale of non-core businesses in Space and Defense Controls. Other expense in 2016 includes $2 million of royalty income. Other expense in 2015 includes a $2 million asset impairment write-down in Industrial Systems, $2 million of foreign exchange currency loss and a $1 million loss on the sales of two small operations in our Components segment.
Our effective tax rates in 2017, 2016 and 2015 are lower than the U.S. statutory tax rate. In 2017, our effective tax rate includes the benefits associated with divesting non-core businesses in Space and Defense Controls and the recognition and timing of U.S. tax incentives. In 2016, our effective tax rate included the beneficial timing of the enactment of the U.S. research and development tax credit. In 2015, our effective tax rate benefited from earnings being taxed in foreign jurisdictions with lower statutory tax rates.
Average common shares outstanding decreased over the past three years due to our share buyback program. Since the Board of Directors amended the program in January 2014, we have repurchased 10 million shares. Under the current Board of Directors authorization, we have three million shares available for repurchase.
Other comprehensive income in 2017 includes $69 million of income from retirement liability adjustments and $27 million of positive foreign currency translation adjustments. Other comprehensive loss in 2016 included $54 million of losses from retirement liability adjustments and $38 million of foreign currency translation losses. Other comprehensive loss in 2015 included $82 million of foreign currency translation losses and $51 million of losses from retirement liability adjustments. In 2017 compared to 2016, the retirement liability gain was primarily due to changes in discount rates and return on assets. Also in 2017 compared to 2016, the change in foreign currency translation adjustments was primarily driven by positive impacts of the British pound and the Euro. In 2016 compared to 2015, the change in foreign currency translation adjustments was driven by positive impacts of the Euro and Canadian dollar. These positive impacts were partially offset by a decline in the British pound against the U.S. dollar.
SEGMENT RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND OUTLOOK
Operating profit, as presented below, is net sales less cost of sales and other operating expenses, excluding interest expense, equity-based compensation expense and other corporate expenses. Cost of sales and other operating expenses are directly identifiable to the respective segment or allocated on the basis of sales, manpower or profit. Operating profit is reconciled to earnings before income taxes in Note 17 of Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report.
Aircraft Controls
Aircraft Controls' net sales growth was primarily driven by commercial programs in 2017 compared to 2016. In 2016 compared to 2015, Aircraft Controls' lower net sales was driven by military program declines, partially offset by commercial program growth. Additionally in 2016 compared to 2015, the British pound relative to the U.S. dollar decreased sales $10 million.
In 2017 compared to 2016, commercial OEM and aftermarket sales increased $46 million and $5 million, respectively. OEM sales for the Airbus A350 increased $40 million due to the program's production ramp up. The increase in commercial aftermarket sales was due to higher repair activity on legacy Boeing programs. In addition, military OEM sales increased $26 million in 2017 compared to 2016. While classified military OEM development jobs increased $23 million and higher production volume on the program increased sales $17 million, lower foreign military sales decreased $19 million. Also, military aftermarket sales decreased $16 million in 2017, due to lower repair activity for the B1-B and C-5 programs.
In 2016 compared to 2015, military OEM sales decreased $24 million and military aftermarket sales decreased $10 million. OEM sales on the V-22 program decreased $15 million and sales on the FA-18 program decreased $12 million due to lower sales volumes. These declines were partially offset by $5 million of increased sales for the program. The decline in military aftermarket sales in 2016 is largely due to work on the C-5 refurbishment program winding down, partially offset by increased activity on the aftermarket program. In 2016 compared to 2015, commercial OEM sales increased $16 million while commercial aftermarket sales decreased $5 million. Commercial OEM sales to Airbus increased $28 million driven by the A350 program, and sales for the Boeing 787 program increased $9 million. These increases were partially offset by lower sales on various business jet and other commercial programs. The commercial aftermarket sales decline was driven by lower levels of Boeing 787 initial provisioning and business jet aftermarket sales.
Operating margins in 2016 and 2015 were affected by restructuring activities. In 2015, we incurred $3 million of restructuring expenses, of which we realized $5 million of benefits in 2016. Also, in 2016, we incurred $7 million of restructuring expenses. During the successive quarters through the fourth quarter of 2017, our total savings were $7 million, and were in line with our expectations.
Operating margin increased in 2017 compared to 2016. Research and development expenses decreased $13 million due to lower development activities on the Embraer E-2 and the Airbus A350 programs. Operating margin also benefited $7 million due to the absence of last year's restructuring expense and an incremental $4 million of associated restructuring benefits. Partly offsetting these benefits was $10 million of higher additions to contract loss reserves in 2017 compared to 2016.
Operating margin increased marginally in 2016 compared to 2015. In 2016, improvements in the costs on our major commercial OEM programs and operational cost containment activities contributed to higher margin. However, offsetting the margin expansion was an increase of $16 million in research and development expenses, as we had higher activity across all of our major commercial programs. Additionally, we incurred $4 million of higher restructuring charges.
The twelve-month backlog for Aircraft Controls at September 30, 2017 declined compared to October 1, 2016. Half of the decline is in military aircraft, driven primarily due to order timing on the program. The remaining reduction is due to declining production rates on legacy commercial programs. Twelve-month backlog for Aircraft Controls at October 1, 2016 declined compared to October 3, 2015. Almost half of the decline was due to the weaker British pound relative to the U.S. dollar. In addition, changes in commercial OEM order patterns, as well as work completed on military programs, reduced the level of twelve-month backlog.
Space and Defense Controls
Space and Defense Controls' net sales increased in 2017 compared to 2016 driven by growth in our defense market. Space and Defense Controls' net sales decreased in 2016 compared to 2015 as sales declined in both our space and our defense markets.
Sales in our defense market increased $28 million in 2017 compared to 2016, driven by higher sales of controls for domestic and European defense vehicles, as well as higher naval sales. Additionally in our space market in 2017, higher orders for satellite avionics and controls were offset by contracts continuing to wind down on launch vehicles and lost sales associated with the divestitures in the first half of 2017.
Sales in our space market decreased $10 million in 2016 compared to 2015. Sales declined $19 million due primarily to satellite and launch vehicle contracts winding down. However, this decline was offset by $9 million of additional sales from our additive manufacturing acquisition. Sales in our defense market decreased $5 million. Within defense, sales decreased $11 million due to the unfavorable timing of orders on products for European defense vehicles and due to lower sales volumes on missile systems. Partially offsetting these declines was $6 million of higher sales for products on U.S. defense vehicles.
Operating margin decreased in 2017 compared to 2016 due primarily to $13 million of charges associated with selling non-core businesses. Also, operating margin was affected by $5 million of higher research and development expenses and by a $4 million charge on a satellite program related to an engineering issue. Partly offsetting these margin pressures was a favorable sales mix in our defense markets.
Operating margins in 2015 were affected by restructuring activities. In 2015, we incurred $6 million of restructuring expenses, and we realized $6 million of cost savings in 2016. More than half of the total restructuring expense in 2015 relates to the termination of a selling and marketing contractual relationship, and did not carry the same ratio of benefits as our previous restructuring activities.
Operating margin increased in 2016 compared to 2015. The absences of the $8 million out-of-period adjustment in 2015 and the $6 million restructuring expense in 2015 contributed to the increase in operating profit. Additionally, improved sales mix, primarily in our satellite business, and cost containment activities contributed incremental operating profit. Partially offsetting the margin improvement was a $5 million goodwill impairment charge related to our recent additive manufacturing acquisition and $2 million more of additions to contract loss reserves in 2016 compared to 2015.
Twelve-month backlog for Space and Defense Controls at September 30, 2017 increased slightly compared to October 1, 2016 as order growth in satellite avionics, as well as launch vehicles, was mostly offset by defense controls programs completing. The higher level of twelve-month backlog for Space and Defense Controls at October 1, 2016 compared to October 3, 2015 was due to higher orders for defense controls and naval programs.
Industrial Systems
Industrial Systems' net sales decreased both in 2017 compared to 2016 and in 2016 compared to 2015. Weaker foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar, in particular the British pound, caused sales to decline $5 million in 2017 compared to 2016. Similarly, weaker foreign currencies relative to the U.S. dollar in 2016 compared to 2015 caused sales to decline $11 million, caused mostly by the Euro and the Brazilian real.
Sales in our industrial automation market decreased $27 million in 2017 compared to 2016 across our broad range of industrial markets. Also, sales decreased $14 million in our energy market. Within our wind energy products, sales decreased due to lost sales to a key customer in Brazil who was acquired and by lower sales from additional wind customers. Sales increased $4 million in our simulation and test market due to higher product deliveries.
Excluding the currency effects on sales in 2016 compared to 2015, sales increased $9 million in our simulation and test market due to higher sales to flight simulation customers. Also in our energy market, sales increased $6 million due to stronger wind product sales in China. Partially offsetting the increases were declines across our industrial automation products due to economic weakness in our markets resulting in lower demand for our metal forming, steel production and aftermarket products and services.
Operating margins in 2016 and 2015 were affected by restructuring activities. In 2015, we incurred $5 million of restructuring expenses, and realized $7 million in cost savings in 2016. In 2016, we incurred $5 million of restructuring expenses. During the successive quarters through the fourth quarter of 2017, our total savings were $6 million, and were in line with our expectations.
Operating margin increased marginally in 2017 compared to 2016. In 2017, the absence of the prior year's restructuring expense and incremental benefits were offset by lower sales volumes across our major markets.
Operating margin increased in 2016 compared to 2015 due to the realized restructuring benefits from the 2015 restructuring actions, additional cost containment activities and $4 million of lower research and development expenses. Partially offsetting the margin improvement was a negative sales mix due in part to lower industrial automation sales.
The increased level of twelve-month backlog in Industrial Systems at September 30, 2017 compared to October 1, 2016 is in part due to higher orders for non-renewable energy customers, as well as higher test and simulation orders. The lower level of twelve-month backlog in Industrial Systems at October 1, 2016 compared to October 3, 2015 was due to canceled wind energy orders with a key customer who was acquired, as well as the completion of simulation orders.
Components
Components' net sales increased across all of our markets in 2017 compared to 2016. The recent acquisition of Rotary Transfer Systems increased sales $12 million. Conversely, in 2016 compared to 2015, net sales decreased across all of our Components' markets.
Sales in our medical market increased $14 million in 2017 compared to 2016 due primarily to higher sales volumes on our sets and pumps. Additionally, sales in our industrial market increased $14 million due primarily to the Rotary Transfer Systems acquisition as well as increased demand for cooling equipment. Also, sales increased $5 million in our aerospace and defense market, primarily related to higher shipments on the Guardian program as well as various space components programs.
Sales in our industrial market decreased $41 million in 2016 compared to 2015. Approximately two-thirds of the decline was in our energy market where the macro-economic conditions centered around the significant decline in the price of crude oil resulted in lower demand for our marine products. The remaining decline in our industrial market was due to unfavorable order timing. Within our aerospace and defense market, sales declined $20 million due primarily to lower demand for aftermarket products. Sales also declined $8 million in our medical market, as lower sales for our sleep apnea products were partially offset by higher sales for medical pump products.
Operating margin decreased marginally in 2017 compared to 2016. In 2017, we had $5 million of higher research and development investments. In addition, selling general and administrative expenses increased $4 million in part due to higher selling expenses in support of our medical business. Mostly offsetting these declines was an improved sales mix in our defense and medical markets.
Operating margin decreased in 2016 compared to 2015. The decreases are due, in part, to lower demand for our marine energy products resulting from the significant decline in the price of crude oil, as well as lower sales in our military markets. We also incurred $2 million of higher research and development expenses in 2016.
The twelve-month backlog at September 30, 2017 increased compared to the twelve-month backlog at October 1, 2016 due to higher orders for multiple aerospace and defense products, as well as the Rotary Transfer Systems acquisition in industrial products. The twelve-month backlog at October 1, 2016 is comparable to the level at October 3, 2015 as higher industrial orders were mostly offset by completed aerospace and defense orders.
Effective October 1, 2017, we changed our segment reporting structure to three reporting segments. Our former Components segment has been separated and merged into Space and Defense Controls and Industrial Systems. We expect this will result in one less reporting unit in 2018. The following table reflects the 2018 outlook and 2017 actuals, whose amounts have been reclassified to conform with the 2018 presentation.
2018 Outlook - We expect the increase in 2018 sales to be primarily driven by higher military OEM sales for the program in Aircraft Controls. We also expect sales increases across our major markets both in Industrial as well as Space and Defense Controls. We expect 2018 operating margin will increase due to the absence of 2017's losses associated with divesting non-core businesses, as well as incremental margin from higher sales. However, we expect that a higher effective tax rate of 31% will partially offset the higher level of operating profit. We expect net earnings attributable to common shareholders to increase 5% in 2018 to $148 million, and diluted earnings per share will range between $3.90 and $4.30, with a midpoint of $4.10, an increase of 5% compared to 2017.
2018 Outlook for Aircraft Controls - We expect 2018 sales in Aircraft Controls will increase primarily due to the continued ramp ups of the program and the Airbus A350 program. Partially offsetting the increases is an expected sales decline of legacy commercial OEM programs. We expect 2018 operating margin will increase compared to 2017. We expect that research and development costs will decrease $6 million and that we will continue to realize the benefits of cost saving activities. However, we expect a negative sales mix, as sales on our mature commercial programs are replaced with sales growth on newer commercial programs.
2018 Outlook for Space and Defense Controls - We expect 2018 sales in Space and Defense Controls will increase due to sales growth from launch vehicles and satellite programs. Also within our defense market, we expect higher missile systems and security sales will offset a decline in defense controls sales. We expect 2018 operating margin will increase, as the losses associated with divesting non-core businesses do not repeat.
2018 Outlook for Industrial Systems - We expect 2018 sales in Industrial Systems to increase across all of our major markets. We expect 2018 operating margin will increase as we benefit from incremental margin on higher sales volumes.
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND LIQUIDITY
Our available borrowing capacity and our cash flow from operations provide us with the financial resources needed to run our operations, reinvest in our business and make strategic acquisitions.
At September 30, 2017, our cash balance was $368 million, and was primarily held outside of the U.S. Cash flow from our U.S. operations, together with borrowings on our credit facility, fund on-going activities, debt service requirements and future growth investments. We reinvest the cash generated from foreign operations locally and such international balances are not available to pay down debt in the U.S. unless we decide to repatriate such amounts. During 2016, we repatriated $91 million of earnings from various foreign subsidiaries and used the funds to pay down our U.S. revolving credit facility. If we determine further repatriation of foreign funds is necessary, we would then be required to pay U.S. income taxes on those funds.
Operating activities
Net cash provided by operating activities in 2017 was comparable to 2016, as net earnings increased $17 million, but was offset by lower cash provided by working capital accounts. Unfavorable timing of receivables and increases in inventory within Aircraft Controls, Space and Defense Controls and Industrial Systems used $65 million more of cash compared to a year ago. Also, customer advances used $10 million more of cash due to milestones met primarily in Space and Defense Controls. Partially offsetting the decline was $48 million of cash provided by accounts payable due to favorable timing and $18 million of cash provided by accrued expenses.
Net cash provided by operating activities decreased in 2016 compared to 2015. Unfavorable timing of payments and collections across all of our segments used $89 million more of cash compared to a year ago. Additionally, we contributed an additional $19 million in pension contributions in 2016.
Investing activities
Net cash used by investing activities in 2017 includes $76 million for capital expenditures and $41 million for the acquisition of Rotary Transfer Systems.
Net cash used by investing activities in 2016 included $67 million for capital expenditures and $11 million for the 70% ownership for the Linear Mold and Engineering acquisition.
Net cash used by investing activities in 2015 included $81 million for capital expenditures. In 2015, investment activities provided $7 million of cash as we liquidated retirement plan investments in order to purchase our stock, and $3 million of proceeds from the sale of two medical operations in our Components segment.
We expect our 2018 capital expenditures to be approximately $95 million, due to facilities investments supporting the increased production of the program, as well as engine propulsion testing.
Financing activities
Net cash used by financing activities in 2017 included net payments on our credit facility.
Net cash used by financing activities in 2016 included $39 million to fund our stock repurchase program. We repurchased approximately 850,000 shares, averaging $46 per share, and used our credit facility for funding.
Net cash used by financing activities in 2015 included $344 million to fund our stock repurchase program. Additionally, net cash used by financing activities in 2015 included the net proceeds of issuing our $300 million aggregate principal 5.25% senior notes, which were used to pay down our U.S. revolving credit facility borrowings.
CAPITAL STRUCTURE AND RESOURCES
We maintain bank credit facilities to fund our short and long-term capital requirements, including acquisitions. From time to time, we also sell debt and equity securities to fund acquisitions or take advantage of favorable market conditions.
Our U.S. revolving credit facility matures on June 28, 2021. The U.S. revolving credit facility has a capacity of $1.1 billion and also provides an expansion option, which permits us to request an increase of up to $200 million to the credit facility upon satisfaction of certain conditions. The U.S. revolving credit facility had an outstanding balance of $540 million at September 30, 2017. The weighted-average interest rate on primarily all of the outstanding credit facility borrowings is 2.62% and is principally based on LIBOR plus the applicable margin, which was 1.38% at September 30, 2017. The credit facility is secured by substantially all of our U.S. assets.
The U.S. revolving credit facility contains various covenants. The covenant for minimum interest coverage ratio, defined as the ratio of EBITDA to interest expense for the most recent four quarters, is 3.0. The covenant for the maximum leverage ratio, defined as the ratio of net debt, including letters of credit, to EBITDA for the most recent four quarters, is 3.5. We are in compliance with all covenants. EBITDA is defined in the loan agreement as (i) the sum of net income, interest expense, income taxes, depreciation expense, amortization expense, other non-cash items reducing consolidated net income and non-cash equity-based compensation expenses minus (ii) other non-cash items increasing consolidated net income.
We are generally not required to obtain the consent of lenders of the U.S. revolving credit facility before raising significant additional debt financing; however, certain limitations and conditions may apply that would require obtaining consent. In recent years, we have demonstrated our ability to secure consents to access debt markets. We have also been successful in accessing equity markets from time to time. We believe that we will be able to obtain additional debt or equity financing as needed.
At September 30, 2017, we had $548 million of unused capacity, including $535 million from the U.S. revolving credit facility after considering standby letters of credit.
We have $300 million aggregate principal amount of 5.25% senior notes due December 1, 2022 with interest paid semiannually on June 1 and December 1 of each year. The senior notes are unsecured obligations, guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis by certain subsidiaries and contain normal incurrence-based covenants and limitations such as the ability to incur additional indebtedness, pay dividends, make other restricted payments and investments, create liens and certain corporate acts such as mergers and consolidations. The effective interest rate for these notes after considering the amortization of deferred debt issuance costs is 5.73%.
We have a trade receivables securitization facility (the "Securitization Program"), which was extended on October 23, 2017 and now matures on October 23, 2019. The Securitization Program will now effectively increase our borrowing capacity by up to $130 million and will lower our cost to borrow funds as compared to the U.S. revolving credit facility. Under the Securitization Program, we sell certain trade receivables and related rights to an affiliate, which in turn sells an undivided variable percentage ownership interest in the trade receivables to a financial institution, while maintaining a subordinated interest in a portion of the pool of trade receivables. We had an outstanding balance of $120 million at September 30, 2017. The Securitization Program has a minimum borrowing requirement, which was $96 million at September 30, 2017. Interest on the secured borrowings under the Securitization Program was 2.11% at September 30, 2017 and is based on 30-day LIBOR plus an applicable margin.
Net debt to capitalization was 33% at September 30, 2017 and 41% at October 1, 2016. The decrease in net debt to capitalization is primarily due to our net earnings and positive cash flow.
We believe that our cash on hand, cash flows from operations and available borrowings under short and long-term arrangements will continue to be sufficient to meet our operating needs.
The Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program beginning in January 2014 that includes both Class A and Class B common shares, and allows us to buy up to an aggregate 13 million common shares. Under this program, we have purchased approximately 9.7 million shares for $650 million as of September 30, 2017.
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements
We do not have any material off balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a material future effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
Contractual Obligations and Commercial Commitments
Our significant contractual obligations and commercial commitments at September 30, 2017 are as follows:
In addition to the obligations in the table above, we have $1 million recorded for unrecognized tax benefits in current liabilities, which includes related accrued interest. We are unable to determine if and when any of those amounts will be settled, nor can we estimate any potential changes to the unrecognized tax benefits.
The table above excludes interest on variable-rate debt from our U.S. revolving credit facility and Securitization Program, as we are unable to determine the rate and average balance outstanding for the periods presented in the above table. Interest on variable-rate long-term debt, assuming the rate and outstanding balances do not change from those at September 30, 2017, would be approximately $18 million annually.
Total contractual obligations exclude pension obligations. In 2017, we have no minimum funding requirements. However, we anticipate making contributions to defined benefit pension plans of $72 million, of which approximately $64 million are for our U.S. plans. We are unable to determine minimum funding requirements beyond 2018.
We have made discretionary incremental contributions to our defined benefit plans in excess of minimum funding requirements in 2017 and expect to continue to do the same in 2018. These additional contributions are being made in an effort to migrate toward fully funded status and reduce the volatility to our consolidated financial statements.
ECONOMIC CONDITIONS AND MARKET TRENDS
We operate within the aerospace and defense and industrial markets. Our aerospace and defense markets are affected by market conditions and program funding levels, while our industrial markets are influenced by general capital investment trends and economic conditions. A common factor throughout our markets is the continuing demand for technologically advanced products.
Aerospace and Defense
Approximately two-thirds of our 2017 sales were generated in aerospace and defense markets. Within aerospace and defense, we serve three end markets: defense, commercial aircraft and space.
The defense market is dependent on military spending for development and production programs. Aircraft production programs are typically long-term in nature, offering predictability as to capacity needs and future revenues. We maintain positions on numerous high priority programs, including the Lockheed Martin Joint Strike Fighter, FA-18E/F Super Hornet and V-22 Osprey. The large installed base of our products leads to attractive aftermarket sales and service opportunities. The tactical and strategic missile, missile defense and defense controls markets are dependent on many of the same market conditions as military aircraft, including overall military spending and program funding levels. Our security and surveillance product line is dependent on government funding at federal and local levels, as well as private sector demand.
Reductions in the U.S. Department of Defense's mandatory and discretionary budgeted spending, which became effective on March 1, 2013, resulting from the Budget Control Act of 2011, has had ramifications for the domestic aerospace and defense market. As originally passed, the Budget Control Act provided that, in addition to an initial significant reduction in future domestic defense spending, further automatic cuts to defense spending authorization (which is generally referred to as sequestration) of approximately $500 billion through the Federal Government's 2021 fiscal year would be triggered by the failure of Congress to produce a deficit reduction bill. The sequestration spending cuts were intended to be uniform by category for programs, projects and activities within accounts. The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 and the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 provided stability and modest growth in Department of Defense spending through 2017. However, future budgets beyond 2017 are uncertain with respect to the overall levels of defense spending. Currently, we expect approximately $730 million of U.S. defense sales in 2018.
The commercial aircraft market is dependent on a number of factors, including global demand for air travel, which generally follows underlying economic growth. As such, the commercial aircraft market has historically exhibited cyclical swings which tend to track the overall economy. In recent years, the development of new, more fuel-efficient commercial air transports has helped drive increased demand in the commercial aircraft market, as airlines replace older, less fuel-efficient aircraft with newer models in an effort to reduce operating costs. The aftermarket is driven by usage of the existing aircraft fleet and the age of the installed fleet, and is impacted by fleet re-sizing programs for passenger and cargo aircraft. Changes in aircraft utilization rates affect the need for maintenance and spare parts impacting aftermarket sales. Boeing and Airbus have historically adjusted production in line with air traffic volume. Demand for our commercial aircraft products is in large part dependent on new aircraft production, which is increasing as Boeing and Airbus work to fulfill large backlogs of unfilled orders.
The commercial space market is comprised of large satellite customers, traditionally communications companies. Trends for this market, as well as for commercial launch vehicles, follow demand for increased capacity. This, in turn tends to track with underlying demand for increased consumption of telecommunication services, satellite replacement and global navigation needs. The space market is also partially dependent on the governmental-authorized levels of funding for satellite communications, as well as investment for commercial and exploration activities.
Industrial
Approximately one-third of our 2017 sales were generated in industrial markets. Within industrial, we serve three end markets: industrial automation, energy and medical.
The industrial automation market we serve is influenced by several factors including capital investment, product innovation, economic growth, cost-reduction efforts and technology upgrades. We experience challenges from the need to react to the demands of our customers, who are in large part sensitive to international and domestic economic conditions.
The energy market we serve is affected by changing oil and natural gas prices, global urbanization, the resulting change in supply and demand for global energy and the political climate and corresponding public support for investments in renewable energy generation capacity. Historically, drivers for global growth include investments in power generation infrastructure, including renewable energy, and exploration in search of new oil and gas resources. However, the significant decline in the price of crude oil has reduced investment in exploration activities. This reduced investment has directly affected our energy business. Currently, we expect approximately $34 million of oil exploration-related sales in 2018, down from approximately $100 million in 2014.
The medical market we serve is influenced by economic conditions, regulatory environments, hospital and outpatient clinic spending on equipment, population demographics, medical advances, patient demands and the need for precision control components and systems. Advances in medical technology and medical treatments have had the effect of extending average life spans, in turn resulting in greater need for medical services. These same technology and treatment advances also drive increased demand from the general population as a means to improve quality of life. Access to medical insurance, whether through government funded health care plans or private insurance, also affects the demand for medical services.
Foreign Currencies
We are affected by the movement of foreign currencies compared to the U.S. dollar, particularly in Aircraft Controls and Industrial Systems. About one-quarter of our 2017 sales were denominated in foreign currencies. During 2017, average foreign currency rates generally weakened against the U.S. dollar compared to 2016. The translation of the results of our foreign subsidiaries into U.S. dollars decreased sales by $19 million compared to one year ago. During 2016, average foreign currency rates generally weakened against the U.S. dollar compared to 2015. The translation of the results of our foreign subsidiaries into U.S. dollars decreased 2016 sales by $26 million compared to 2015.
RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
See Note 1 of the Consolidated Financial Statements included in Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary Data of this report for further information regarding Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Updates ("ASU").
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Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk.
In the normal course of business, we are exposed to interest rate risk from our long-term debt and foreign exchange rate risk related to our foreign operations and foreign currency transactions. To manage these risks, we may enter into derivative instruments such as interest rate swaps and foreign currency contracts. We do not hold or issue financial instruments for trading purposes. In 2017, our derivative instruments consisted of interest rate swaps designated as cash flow hedges and foreign currency contracts.
At September 30, 2017, we had $660 million of borrowings subject to variable interest rates. At September 30, 2017, we had interest rate swaps with notional amounts totaling $150 million. The interest rate swaps effectively convert this amount of variable-rate debt to fixed-rate debt at 2.62%, including the applicable margin of 1.38% as of September 30, 2017. The interest will revert back to variable rates based on LIBOR plus the applicable margin upon the maturity of the interest rate swaps. These interest rate swaps mature at various times through June 23, 2020. During 2017, our average borrowings subject to variable interest rates, after adjusting for interest rate swaps, were $521 million and, therefore, if interest rates had been one percentage point higher during 2017, our interest expense would have been $5 million higher.
We also enter into forward contracts to reduce fluctuations in foreign currency cash flows related to third party purchases, intercompany product shipments and to reduce exposure on intercompany balances that are denominated in foreign currencies. We have foreign currency contracts with notional amounts of $154 million outstanding at September 30, 2017 that mature at various times through August 30, 2019. These include notional amounts of $94 million outstanding where the U.S. dollar is one side of the trade. The net fair value of all of our foreign currency contracts involving the U.S. dollar was a $1 million net liability at September 30, 2017. A hypothetical 10 percent increase in the value of the U.S. dollar against all currencies would decrease the fair value of our foreign currency contracts at September 30, 2017 by approximately $5 million, while a hypothetical 10 percent decrease in the value of the U.S. dollar against all currencies would increase the fair value of our foreign currency contracts at September 30, 2017 by approximately $6 million. It is important to note that gains and losses indicated in the sensitivity analysis would often be offset by gains and losses on the underlying receivables and payables.
Although the majority of our sales, expenses and cash flows are transacted in U.S. dollars, we have exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates such as the Euro, British pound and Japanese yen. If average annual foreign exchange rates collectively weakened or strengthened against the U.S. dollar by 10%, our net earnings in 2017 would have decreased or increased by $8 million from foreign currency translation. This sensitivity analysis assumed that each exchange rate would change in the same direction relative to the U.S. dollar and excludes the potential effects that changes in foreign currency exchange rates may have on actual transactions.
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Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Consolidation: The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Moog Inc. and all of our U.S. and foreign subsidiaries. All intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Fiscal Year: Our fiscal year ends on the Saturday that is closest to September 30. The consolidated financial statements include 52 weeks for the years ended September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016 and 53 weeks for the year ended October 3, 2015.
Operating Cycle: Consistent with industry practice, aerospace and defense related inventories, unbilled recoverable costs and profits on long-term contract receivables, customer advances and contract loss reserves include amounts relating to contracts having long production and procurement cycles, portions of which are not expected to be realized or settled within one year.
Foreign Currency Translation: Assets and liabilities of subsidiaries that prepare financial statements in currencies other than the U.S. dollar are translated using rates of exchange as of the balance sheet date and the statements of earnings are translated at the average rates of exchange for each reporting period.
Use of Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Actual results could differ from those estimates and assumptions.
Revenue Recognition: We recognize revenue using either the percentage of completion method for contracts or as units are delivered or services are performed.
Percentage of completion method for contracts: Revenue representing 38%, 34% and 33% of 2017, 2016 and 2015 sales, respectively, was accounted for using the percentage of completion, cost-to-cost method of accounting. This method of revenue recognition is predominantly used within the Aircraft Controls and Space and Defense Controls segments due to the contractual nature of the business activities, with the exception of their respective aftermarket activities. The contractual arrangements are either firm fixed-price or cost-plus contracts and are primarily with the U.S. Government or its prime subcontractors, foreign governments or commercial aircraft manufacturers, including Boeing and Airbus. The nature of the contractual arrangements includes customers’ requirements for delivery of hardware as well as funded nonrecurring development work in anticipation of follow-on production orders.
Revenue on contracts using the percentage of completion, cost-to-cost method of accounting is recognized as work progresses toward completion as determined by the ratio of cumulative costs incurred to date to estimated total contract costs at completion, multiplied by the total estimated contract revenue, less cumulative revenue recognized in prior periods. Changes in estimates affecting sales, costs and profits are recognized in the period in which the change becomes known using the cumulative catch-up method of accounting, resulting in the cumulative effect of changes reflected in the period. Estimates are reviewed and updated quarterly for substantially all contracts. A significant change in an estimate on one or more contracts could have a material effect on our results of operations.
Occasionally, it is appropriate to combine or segment contracts. Contracts are combined in those limited circumstances when they are negotiated as a package in the same economic environment with an overall profit margin objective and constitute, in essence, an agreement to do a single project. In such cases, revenue and costs are recognized over the performance period of the combined contracts as if they were one. Contracts are segmented in limited circumstances if the customer had the right to accept separate elements of the contract and the total amount of the proposals on the separate components approximated the amount of the proposal on the entire project. For segmented contracts, revenue and costs are recognized as if they were separate contracts over the performance periods of the individual elements or phases.
Contract costs include only allocable, allowable and reasonable costs, as determined in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations and the related Cost Accounting Standards for applicable U.S. Government contracts, and are included in cost of sales when incurred. The nature of these costs includes development engineering costs and product manufacturing costs including direct material, direct labor, other direct costs and indirect overhead costs. Contract profit is recorded as a result of the revenue recognized less costs incurred in any reporting period. Amounts representing performance incentives, penalties, contract claims or change orders are considered in estimating revenues, costs and profits when they can be reliably estimated and realization is considered probable. Revenue recognized on contracts for unresolved claims or unapproved contract change orders was not material for 2017, 2016 or 2015.
For contracts with anticipated losses at completion, a provision for the entire amount of the estimated remaining loss is charged against income in the period in which the loss becomes known. Contract losses are determined considering all direct and indirect contract costs, exclusive of any selling, general or administrative cost allocations that are treated as period expenses. Loss reserves are more common on firm fixed-price contracts that involve, to varying degrees, the design and development of new and unique controls or control systems to meet the customers’ specifications.
As units are delivered or services are performed: Revenue representing 62%, 66% and 67% of 2017, 2016 and 2015 sales, respectively, were recognized as units were delivered or as service obligations were satisfied. Revenue is recognized when the risks and rewards of ownership and title to the product are transferred to the customer. When engineering or similar services are performed, revenue is recognized upon completion of the obligation including any delivery of engineering drawings or technical data. This method of revenue recognition is predominantly used within the Industrial Systems and Components segments, as well as with aftermarket activity. Profits are recorded as costs are relieved from inventory and charged to cost of sales and as revenue is recognized. Inventory costs include all product manufacturing costs such as direct material, direct labor, other direct costs and indirect overhead cost allocations.
Shipping and Handling Costs: Shipping and handling costs are included in cost of sales.
Research and Development: Research and development costs are expensed as incurred and include salaries, benefits, consulting, material costs and depreciation.
Bid and Proposal Costs: Bid and proposal costs are expensed as incurred and classified as selling, general and administrative expenses.
Equity-Based Compensation: Our stock-based compensation plans allow for various types of stock-based incentive awards. The types and mix of stock-based incentive awards are evaluated on an on-going basis and may vary based on our overall strategy regarding compensation. Equity-based compensation expense is based on share-based payment awards that are ultimately expected to vest over the requisite services periods and are based on the fair value of the award measured on the grant date. Vesting requirements vary for directors, officers and key employees. In general, awards granted to officers and key employees principally vest over three years, in equal annual installments for time-based awards and in three years cliff vest for performance-based awards. Equity-based compensation expense is included in selling, general and administrative expenses.
Earnings Per Share: Basic and diluted weighted-average shares outstanding are as follows:
Cash and Cash Equivalents: All highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less are considered cash equivalents.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts: The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on our assessment of the collectibility of customer accounts. The allowance is determined by considering factors such as historical experience, credit quality, age of the accounts receivable balances and current economic conditions that may affect a customer’s ability to pay.
Inventories: Inventories are stated at the lower-of-cost-or-market with cost determined primarily on the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method of valuation.
Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost. Plant and equipment are depreciated principally using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, generally ranging from 15 to 40 years for buildings and improvements, 5 to 15 years for machinery and equipment and 3 to 7 years for computer equipment and software. Leasehold improvements are amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease or the estimated useful life of the asset, whichever is shorter.
Goodwill: We test goodwill for impairment at the reporting unit level on an annual basis or more frequently if an event occurs or circumstances change that indicate that the fair value of a reporting unit is likely to be below its carrying amount. We also test goodwill for impairment when there is a change in reporting units.
We may elect to perform a qualitative assessment that considers economic, industry and company-specific factors for all or selected reporting units. If, after completing this assessment, it is determined that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, we proceed to a quantitative test. We may also elect to perform a quantitative test instead of a qualitative test for any or all of our reporting units.
Quantitative testing requires a comparison of the fair value of each reporting unit to its carrying value. We typically use the discounted cash flow method to estimate the fair value of our reporting units. The discounted cash flow method incorporates various assumptions, the most significant being projected revenue growth rates, operating margins and cash flows, the terminal growth rate and the weighted-average cost of capital. If the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value, goodwill is considered impaired and any loss must be measured. To determine the amount of the impairment loss, the implied fair value of goodwill is determined by assigning a fair value to all of the reporting unit's assets and liabilities, including any unrecognized intangible assets, as if the reporting unit had been acquired in a business combination at fair value. If the carrying amount of the reporting unit goodwill exceeds the implied fair value of that goodwill, an impairment loss would be recognized in an amount equal to that excess.
We recorded a $4,800 goodwill impairment charge in 2016 in the additive manufacturing reporting unit within our Space and Defense Controls segment. There were no impairment charges recorded in 2017 or 2015.
Acquired Intangible Assets: Acquired identifiable intangible assets are recorded at cost and are amortized over their estimated useful lives.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets: Long-lived assets, including acquired identifiable intangible assets, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of those assets may not be recoverable. We use undiscounted cash flows to determine whether impairment exists and measure any impairment loss using discounted cash flows.
In 2017, we recorded $1,378 of impairment charges in our Space and Defense Controls segment. These charges relate to a write down on the value of equipment that no longer meets production requirements and is held for sale. These charges are included as other expense in the consolidated statement of earnings.
In 2016, we recorded $4,913 of impairment charges in our Aircraft Controls segment. These charges primarily related to intangible assets as a result of restructuring actions taken for a product line we are no longer pursuing. These charges are included in restructuring in the consolidated statements of earnings.
In 2015, we recorded $2,432 of impairment charges in our Industrial Systems segment. These charges primarily related to intangible assets from a wind energy product line and are included as other expense. We also recorded an additional $472 impairment charge related to intangible assets on the product line we decided to exit in 2014, included as restructuring in the consolidated statements of earnings.
Product Warranties: In the ordinary course of business, we warrant our products against defect in design, materials and workmanship typically over periods ranging from twelve to sixty months. We determine warranty reserves needed by product line based on historical experience and current facts and circumstances. Activity in the warranty accrual is summarized as follows:
Financial Instruments: Our financial instruments consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, receivables, notes payable, accounts payable, long-term debt, interest rate swaps and foreign currency contracts. The carrying values for our financial instruments approximate fair value with the exception at times of long-term debt. We do not hold or issue financial instruments for trading purposes.
We carry derivative instruments on the consolidated balance sheets at fair value, determined by reference to quoted market prices. The accounting for changes in the fair value of a derivative instrument depends on whether it has been designated and qualifies as part of a hedging relationship and, if so, the reason for holding it. Our use of derivative instruments is generally limited to cash flow hedges of certain interest rate risks and minimizing foreign currency exposure on foreign currency transactions, which are typically designated in hedging relationships, and intercompany balances, which are not designated as hedging instruments. Cash flows resulting from forward contracts are accounted for as hedges of identifiable transactions or events and classified in the same category as the cash flows from the items being hedged.
Reclassifications: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to current year's presentation. Refer to the following table for a summary of ASUs we adopted during 2017 and the related financial statement impact. The Consolidated Balance Sheets and Indebtedness, Employee Benefit Plans, Income Taxes and Segment footnotes have been restated to reflect these changes.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements:
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Adopted
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted
We consider the applicability and impact of all ASUs. ASUs not listed above were assessed and determined to be either not applicable, or had or are expected to have minimal impact on our financial statements and related disclosures.
Note 2 - Acquisitions and Divestitures
In 2017, we sold non-core businesses of our Space and Defense Controls segment. We recorded losses in other expense of $13,191 and consideration of $7,105 related to the sales.
On April 2, 2017, we acquired Rotary Transfer Systems, a manufacturer of electromechanical systems, located in Germany and France for a purchase price, net of acquired cash, of $42,593, consisting of $40,545 in cash and $2,048 in assumed pension obligations. This operation is included in our Components segment. The purchase price allocation is subject to adjustments as we obtain additional information for our estimates during the measurement period.
In 2016, we acquired a 70% ownership in Linear Mold and Engineering, a Livonia, Michigan-based company specializing in metal additive manufacturing that provides engineering, manufacturing and production consulting services to customers across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, defense, energy and industrial. The purchase price, net of acquired cash, was $22,765 consisting of $11,016 in cash, issuance of a $1,280 unsecured note and assumption of $10,469 of debt. This acquisition is included in our Space and Defense Controls segment. On January 25, 2017, we acquired the remaining 30% redeemable noncontrolling interest for $1,656 in cash, which is reflected in additional paid-in capital.
Note 3 - Receivables
Receivables consist of:
Under our trade receivables securitization facility (the "Securitization Program"), we securitize certain trade receivables in transactions that are accounted for as secured borrowings. We maintain a subordinated interest in a portion of the pool of trade receivables that are securitized. The retained interest, which is included in receivables in the consolidated balance sheets, is recorded at fair value, which approximates the total amount of the designated pool of accounts receivable. See Note 7, Indebtedness, for additional disclosures related to the Securitization Program.
Long-term contract receivables are primarily associated with prime contractors and subcontractors in connection with U.S. Government contracts, as well as commercial aircraft and satellite manufacturers. Amounts billed under long-term contracts to the U.S. Government were $2,966 at September 30, 2017 and $2,535 at October 1, 2016. Unbilled recoverable costs and accrued profits under long-term contracts to be billed to the U.S. Government were $16,720 at September 30, 2017 and $12,195 at October 1, 2016. Unbilled recoverable costs and accrued profits principally represent revenues recognized on contracts that were not billable on the balance sheet date. These amounts will be billed in accordance with contract terms, generally as certain milestones are reached or upon shipment. Approximately 96% of unbilled amounts are expected to be collected within one year. In situations where billings exceed revenues recognized, the excess is included in customer advances.
There are no material amounts of claims or unapproved change orders included in the consolidated balance sheets. There are no material balances billed but not paid by customers under retainage provisions.
Concentrations of credit risk on receivables are limited to those from significant customers who are believed to be financially sound. Receivables from Boeing were $142,876 at September 30, 2017 and $169,199 at October 1, 2016. We perform periodic credit evaluations of our customers’ financial condition and generally do not require collateral.
Note 4 - Inventories
Inventories, net of reserves, consist of:
There are no material inventoried costs relating to long-term contracts where revenue is accounted for using the percentage of completion, cost-to-cost method of accounting as of September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016.
Note 5 - Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment consists of:
Note 6 - Goodwill and Intangible Assets
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill are as follows:
Goodwill in our Space and Defense Controls segment is net of a $4,800 accumulated impairment loss at September 30, 2017.
Goodwill in our Medical Devices reporting unit, included in our Components segment, is net of a $38,200 accumulated impairment loss at September 30, 2017.
The components of intangible assets are as follows:
Substantially all acquired intangible assets other than goodwill are being amortized. Customer-related intangible assets primarily consist of customer relationships. Technology-related intangible assets primarily consist of technology, patents, intellectual property and software. Program-related intangible assets consist of long-term programs represented by current contracts and probable follow on work. Marketing-related intangible assets primarily consist of trademarks, trade names and non-compete agreements.
Amortization of acquired intangible assets was $18,518 in 2017, $21,058 in 2016 and $24,708 in 2015. Based on acquired intangible assets recorded at September 30, 2017, amortization is estimated to be approximately $18,300 in 2018, $17,200 in 2019, $14,900 in 2020, $9,400 in 2021 and $7,100 in 2022.
Note 7 - Indebtedness
Short-term borrowings consist of:
We maintain short-term line of credit facilities with banks throughout the world that are principally demand lines subject to revision by the banks. Interest on outstanding lines of credit is 0.92% at September 30, 2017.
Long-term debt consists of:
Our U.S. revolving credit facility matures on June 28, 2021. Our U.S. revolving credit facility has a capacity of $1,100,000 and provides an expansion option, which permits us to request an increase of up to $200,000 to the credit facility upon satisfaction of certain conditions. The credit facility is secured by substantially all of our U.S. assets. The loan agreement contains various covenants which, among others, specify interest coverage and maximum leverage and capital expenditures. We are in compliance with all covenants. The weighted-average interest rate on primarily all of the outstanding credit facility borrowings is 2.62% and is principally based on LIBOR plus the applicable margin, which was 1.38% at September 30, 2017.
At September 30, 2017, we had $300,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.25% senior notes due December 1, 2022 with interest paid semiannually on June 1 and December 1 of each year. The senior notes are unsecured obligations, guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis by certain subsidiaries and contain normal incurrence-based covenants and limitations such as the ability to incur additional indebtedness, pay dividends, make other restricted payments and investments, create liens and certain corporate acts such as mergers and consolidations. The effective interest rate for these notes after considering the amortization of deferred debt issuance costs is 5.73%.
The Securitization Program was extended on October 23, 2017 and now matures on October 23, 2019. The Securitization Program will now effectively increase our borrowing capacity by up to $130,000. Under the Securitization Program, we sell certain trade receivables and related rights to an affiliate, which in turn sells an undivided variable percentage ownership interest in the trade receivables to a financial institution, while maintaining a subordinated interest in a portion of the pool of trade receivables. Interest for the Securitization Program is 2.11% at September 30, 2017 and is based on 30-day LIBOR plus an applicable margin. A commitment fee is also charged based on a percentage of the unused amounts available and is not material. The agreement governing the Securitization Program contains restrictions and covenants which include limitations on the making of certain restricted payments, creation of certain liens, and certain corporate acts such as mergers, consolidations and sale of substantially all assets. The Securitization Program has a minimum borrowing requirement equal to the lesser of either 80% of our borrowing capacity or 100% of our borrowing base, which is a subset of the trade receivables sold under this agreement. As of September 30, 2017, our minimum borrowing requirement was $96,000.
Maturities of long-term debt are $295 in 2018, $11 in 2019, $120,000 in 2020, $540,110 in 2021, $0 in 2022 and $300,000 thereafter.
At September 30, 2017, we had pledged assets with a net book value of $1,569,527 as security for long-term debt.
At September 30, 2017, we had $547,746 of unused short and long-term borrowing capacity, including $535,182 from the U.S. revolving credit facility.
Commitment fees are charged on some of these arrangements and on the U.S. revolving credit facility based on a percentage of the unused amounts available and are not material.
Note 8 - Derivative Financial Instruments
We principally use derivative financial instruments to manage interest rate risk associated with long-term debt and foreign exchange risk related to foreign operations and foreign currency transactions. We enter into derivative financial instruments with a number of major financial institutions to minimize counterparty credit risk.
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments
Interest rate swaps are used to adjust the proportion of total debt that is subject to variable and fixed interest rates. The interest rate swaps are designated as hedges of the amount of future cash flows related to interest payments on variable-rate debt that, in combination with the interest payments on the debt, convert a portion of the variable-rate debt to fixed-rate debt. At September 30, 2017, we had interest rate swaps with notional amounts totaling $150,000. The interest rate swaps effectively convert this amount of variable-rate debt to fixed-rate debt at 2.62%, including the applicable margin of 1.38% as of September 30, 2017. The interest will revert back to variable rates based on LIBOR plus the applicable margin upon the maturity of the interest rate swaps. These interest rate swaps mature at various times through June 23, 2020.
We use foreign currency contracts as cash flow hedges to effectively fix the exchange rates on future payments and revenue. To mitigate exposure in movements between various currencies, including the Philippine peso and the British pound, we had outstanding foreign currency contracts with notional amounts of $48,955 at September 30, 2017. These contracts mature at various times through August 30, 2019.
These interest rate swaps and foreign currency contracts are recorded on the consolidated balance sheet at fair value and the related gains or losses are deferred in shareholders’ equity as a component of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (AOCIL). These deferred gains and losses are reclassified into the consolidated statements of earnings during the periods in which the related payments or receipts affect earnings. However, to the extent the interest rate swaps and foreign currency contracts are not perfectly effective in offsetting the change in the value of the payments being hedged, the ineffective portion of these contracts is recognized in earnings immediately. Ineffectiveness was not material in 2017, 2016 or 2015.
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments
We also have foreign currency exposure on balances, primarily intercompany, that are denominated in a foreign currency and are adjusted to current values using period-end exchange rates. The resulting gains or losses are recorded in the consolidated statements of earnings. To minimize foreign currency exposure, we have foreign currency contracts with notional amounts of $104,796 at September 30, 2017. The foreign currency contracts are recorded in the consolidated balance sheets at fair value and resulting gains or losses are recorded in the consolidated statements of earnings. We recorded a net loss of $566 in 2017 and a net loss of $6,089 in 2016 on the foreign currency contracts. These losses are included in other expense and generally offset the gains and losses from the foreign currency adjustments on the intercompany balances that are also included in other income or expense.
Summary of derivatives
The fair value and classification of derivatives is summarized as follows:
Note 9 - Fair Value
Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Depending on the nature of the asset or liability, various techniques and assumptions can be used to estimate fair value. The definition of the fair value hierarchy is as follows:
Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.
Level 2 - Observable inputs other than quoted prices in active markets for similar assets and liabilities.
Level 3 - Inputs for which significant valuation assumptions are unobservable in a market and therefore value is based on the best available data, some of which is internally developed and considers risk premiums that a market participant would require.
Our derivatives are valued using various pricing models or discounted cash flow analyses that incorporate observable market data, such as interest rate yield curves and currency rates, and are classified as Level 2 within the valuation hierarchy.
The following table presents the fair values and classification of our financial assets and liabilities measured on a recurring basis, all of which are classified as Level 2:
Our only financial instrument for which the carrying value differs from its fair value is long-term debt. At September 30, 2017, the fair value of long-term debt was $967,346 compared to its carrying value of $960,416. The fair value of long-term debt is classified as Level 2 within the fair value hierarchy and was estimated based on quoted market prices.
Note 10 - Restructuring
In 2016, we initiated restructuring actions in conjunction with exiting a product line within Aircraft Controls in the U.S. and a facility in the U.K. We also took actions as a result of the business outlook in specific markets and locations in Components and Industrial Systems. Those actions have resulted in workforce reductions in Canada, Europe and the U.S. for Components and primarily Europe for Industrial Systems.
In 2015, we initiated additional restructuring plans as a result of ongoing reviews of our lines of business and operations. The restructuring actions taken resulted in workforce reductions, primarily in the U.S., Europe and Asia.
The restructuring charge in 2016 consists of $9,117 for severance, $4,913 of non-cash charges for the impairment of long-lived assets in our Aircraft Controls segment and $1,363 for facility closure. The restructuring charge in 2015 principally relates to severance, but also includes $3,773 related to the termination of a sales and marketing contract and $472 for the impairment of long-lived assets in our Industrial Systems segment.
Restructuring activity for severance and other costs by segment and reconciliation to consolidated amounts is as follows:
As of September 30, 2017, the restructuring accrual consists of $1,168 for the 2016 plan. Restructuring for all plans is expected to be paid by December 30, 2017, except portions classified as long-term liabilities based on payment arrangements.
Note 11 - Employee Benefit Plans
We maintain multiple employee benefit plans, covering employees at certain locations.
Our qualified U.S. defined benefit pension plan is not open to new entrants. New employees are not eligible to participate in the pension plan. Instead, we make contributions for those employees to an employee-directed investment fund in the Moog Inc. Retirement Savings Plan ("RSP"). The Company’s contributions are based on a percentage of the employee’s eligible compensation and age. These contributions are in addition to the employer match on voluntary employee contributions.
The RSP includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. As one of the investment alternatives, participants in the RSP can acquire our stock at market value. We match 25% of the first 2% of eligible compensation contributed to any investment selection. Shares are allocated and compensation expense is recognized as the employer share match is earned. At September 30, 2017, the participants in the RSP owned 1,575,347 Class B shares.
The changes in projected benefit obligations and plan assets and the funded status of the U.S. and non-U.S. defined benefit plans are as follows:
U.S. plan assets included 1,001,034 shares of Class B common stock. Our funding policy is to contribute at least the amount required by law in the respective countries.
The total accumulated benefit obligation as of the measurement date for all defined benefit pension plans was $1,064,195 in 2017 and $1,105,973 in 2016. At the measurement date in 2017, our plans had fair values of plan assets totaling $898,180. The following table provides aggregate information for the other pension plans, which have projected benefit obligations or accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets:
Weighted-average assumptions used to determine benefit obligations as of the measurement dates and weighted-average assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit cost are as follows:
Beginning in 2017, we changed the method used to estimate the service and interest cost components of net periodic pension cost. The new method uses the spot yield curve approach to estimate the service and interest costs by applying the specific spot rates along the yield curve used to determine the benefit obligation to the relevant projected cash outflows. Previously, these cost components were determined using a single-weighted average discount rate. This change does not affect the measurement of the projected benefit obligation.
We have made this change to provide a more precise measurement of service and interest costs by improving the correlation between projected benefit cash flows to the corresponding spot yield curve rates. We have accounted for this change as a change in accounting estimate and accordingly have accounted for it prospectively. The more granular application of the spot rates reduced the service and interest cost for the annual net periodic pension expense in 2017 by approximately $7,000.
Pension plan investment policies and strategies are developed on a plan specific basis, which varies by country. The overall objective for the long-term expected return on both domestic and international plan assets is to earn a rate of return over time to meet anticipated benefit payments in accordance with plan provisions. The long-term investment objective of both the domestic and international retirement plans is to maintain the economic value of plan assets and future contributions by producing positive rates of investment return after subtracting inflation, benefit payments and expenses. Each of the plan’s strategic asset allocations is based on this long-term perspective and short-term fluctuations are viewed with appropriate perspective.
The U.S. qualified defined benefit plan’s assets are invested for long-term investment results. To accommodate the long-term investment horizon while providing appropriate liquidity, the plan maintains a liquid cash reserve sufficient to allow the plan to meet its benefit payment, fee and expense obligations. Its assets are broadly diversified to help alleviate the risk of adverse returns in any one security or investment class. The international plans’ assets are invested in both low-risk and high-risk investments in order to achieve the long-term investment strategy objective. Investment risks for both domestic and international plans are considered within the context of the entire asset allocation, rather than on a security-by-security basis.
The U.S. qualified defined benefit plan and certain international plans have investment committees that are responsible for formulating investment policies, developing manager guidelines and objectives and approving and managing qualified advisors and investment managers. The guidelines established for each of the plans define permitted investments within each asset class and apply certain restrictions such as limits on concentrated holdings in order to meet overall investment objectives.
Pension obligations and the related costs are determined using actuarial valuations that involve several assumptions. The return on assets assumption reflects the average rate of return expected on funds invested or to be invested to provide for the benefits included in the projected benefit obligation. In determining the return on assets assumption, we consider the relative weighting of plan assets, the historical performance of total plan assets and individual asset classes and economic and other indicators of future performance. Asset management objectives include maintaining an adequate level of diversification to reduce interest rate and market risk and to provide adequate liquidity to meet immediate and future benefit payment requirements.
In determining our U.S. pension expense for 2017, we assumed an average rate of return on U.S. pension assets of approximately 7.5% measured over a planning horizon with reasonable and acceptable levels of risk. The rate of return assumed an average of 55% in equity securities and 45% in fixed income securities. In determining our non-U.S. pension expense for 2017, we assumed an average rate of return on non-U.S. pension assets of approximately 3.6% measured over a planning horizon with reasonable and acceptable levels of risk. The rate of return assumed an average asset allocation of 30% in equity securities and 70% in fixed income securities.
The weighted average asset allocations by asset category for the pension plans as of September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016 are as follows:
The valuation methodologies used for pension plan assets measured at fair value have been applied consistently.
Cash and cash equivalents: Direct cash holdings valued at cost, which approximates fair value.
Money market funds: Institutional short-term investment vehicles valued daily.
Shares of registered investment companies: Consists of both equity and fixed income mutual funds. Valued at quoted market prices that represent the net asset value of shares held by the plan at year end.
Fixed income securities: Valued using methods, such as dealer quotes, available trade information, spreads, bids and offers provided by a pricing vendor.
Equity securities: Traded on national exchanges are valued at the last reported sales price. Investments denominated in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars using the last reported exchange rate.
Employer securities: Valued at the closing price reported on the New York Stock Exchange.
Interest in common collective trusts: The net asset value is used as a practical expedient to estimate fair value. This practical expedient would not be used if it is determined to be probable that the common collective trust will sell the investment for an amount different from the reported NAV.
Investment in insurance contracts: Valued at contract value, which is the fair value of the underlying investment of the insurance company.
Limited partnerships and hedge funds: Valued at net asset value of units held. The NAV is used as a practical expedient to estimate fair value. The NAV is based on the fair value of the underlying investments held by the fund less its liability. This practical expedient is not used when it is determined to be probable that the fund will sell the investment for an amount different from the reported NAV.
Securities or other assets for which market quotations are not readily available or for which market quotations do not represent the value at the time of pricing (including certain illiquid securities) are fair valued in accordance with procedures established under the supervision and responsibility of the Trustee of that investment. Such procedures may include the use of independent pricing services or affiliated advisor pricing, which use prices based upon yields or prices of securities of comparable quality, coupon, maturity and type, indications as to values from dealers, operating data and general market conditions.
The following tables present the consolidated plan assets using the fair value hierarchy, which is described in Note 9 - Fair Value, as of September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016.
(1) Per adoption of ASU 2015-07, certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent) practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. Prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation. The fair value amounts presented in this table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the total retirement plan assets.
The following is a roll forward of the consolidated plan assets classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy:
The following table summarizes investments measured at fair value based on net asset value (NAV) per share as of September 30, 2017:
(1)
Investments in limited partnerships held by us invest primarily in emerging markets, equity and equity related securities. The strategy for the partnerships is to have exposure to certain markets or to securities that are judged to achieve superior earnings growth and/or judged undervalued relative to intrinsic value.
(2)
Hedge fund which invests primarily in global equity long and short positions. The primary strategy for the hedge funds is to seek risk-adjusted returns with volatility lower than the broad equity markets primarily through long and short investment opportunities in the global markets.
The preceding methods may produce a fair value calculation that may not be indicative of net realizable value or reflective of future fair values. Furthermore, although we believe the valuation methods are appropriate and consistent with other market participants, the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of certain financial instruments could result in a different fair value measurement at the reporting date.
Pension expense for all defined benefit plans is as follows:
The estimated net prior service cost and net actuarial loss that will be amortized from accumulated other comprehensive loss into net periodic benefit cost for pension plans in 2018 are $130 and $30,107, respectively.
Benefits expected to be paid to the participants of the plans are:
We presently anticipate contributing approximately $64,400 to the U.S. plans and $7,300 to the non-U.S. plans in 2018.
Pension expense for the defined contribution plans consists of:
We provide postretirement health care benefits to certain domestic retirees, who were hired prior to October 1, 1989. There are no plan assets. The changes in the accumulated benefit obligation of this unfunded plan for 2017 and 2016 are shown in the following table:
The cost of the postretirement benefit plan is as follows:
As of the measurement date, the assumed discount rate used in the accounting for the postretirement benefit obligation was 3.6% in 2017, 3.2% in 2016 and 3.9% in 2015. The assumed service cost discount rate and interest cost discount rate used in the accounting for the net periodic postretirement benefit cost were 3.4% and 2.5%, respectively, in 2017. The assumed discount rate used in the accounting for the net periodic postretirement benefit cost was 3.9% in 2016 and 4.5% in 2015.
For measurement purposes, a 6.6% annual per capita rate of increase of medical and drug costs were assumed for 2018, gradually decreasing to 4.5% for 2028 and years thereafter. A one percentage point increase in this rate would increase our accumulated postretirement benefit obligation as of the measurement date in 2017 by $195, while a one percentage point decrease in this rate would decrease our accumulated postretirement benefit obligation by $185. There would be no material effect on the total service cost and interest cost components of the net periodic postretirement benefit cost given a one percentage point increase or decrease in this rate.
Employee and management profit sharing reflects a discretionary payment based on our financial performance. Profit share expense was $26,534, $16,656 and $13,188 in 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
Note 12 - Income Taxes
The reconciliation of the provision for income taxes to the amount computed by applying the U.S. federal statutory tax rate to earnings before income taxes is as follows:
At September 30, 2017, foreign tax benefit carryforwards total $15,300. Domestic benefit carryforwards representing state tax losses total $15,856. We also have $3,388 of state tax credit carryforwards. Some of these tax benefit carryforwards do not expire and can be used to reduce current taxes otherwise due on future earnings of those subsidiaries. The change in the valuation allowance relates to tax benefit carryforwards reflecting recent and projected financial performance, tax planning strategies and statutory tax carryforward periods.
During 2016, we repatriated $90,937 of earnings from various foreign subsidiaries and the tax expense was completely offset by foreign tax credits.
No provision has been made for U.S. federal or foreign taxes on that portion of certain foreign subsidiaries’ undistributed earnings ($923,602 at September 30, 2017) considered to be permanently reinvested. It is not practicable to determine the amount of tax that would be payable if these amounts were repatriated to the U.S.
The components of income taxes are as follows:
Realization of deferred tax assets is dependent, in part, upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. Management considers projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making its assessment of the recoverability of deferred tax assets.
The tax effects of temporary differences that generated deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are reported in separate captions on the consolidated balance sheets.
We have unrecognized tax benefits which, if ultimately recognized, will reduce our annual effective tax rate. A reconciliation of the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits, excluding interest and penalties, is as follows:
We are subject to income taxes in the U.S. and in various states and foreign jurisdictions. Tax regulations within each jurisdiction are subject to the interpretation of the related tax laws and regulations and require the application of significant judgment. With few exceptions, we are no longer subject to U.S. federal, state and local, or non-U.S. income tax examinations by tax authorities in significant jurisdictions for years before 2014. The statute of limitations in several jurisdictions will expire in the next twelve months and we will have no unrecognized tax benefits recognized if the statute of limitations expires without the relevant taxing authority examining the applicable returns.
We record interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense. We had accrued interest and penalties of $567 and $469 at September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016, respectively. We expensed interest of $106 and $276 for 2017 and 2016, respectively.
Note 13 - Shareholders’ Equity
Class A and Class B common stock share equally in our earnings and are identical with certain exceptions. Other than on matters relating to the election of directors or as required by law where the holders of Class A and Class B shares vote as separate classes, Class A shares have limited voting rights, with each share of Class A being entitled to one-tenth of a vote on most matters, and each share of Class B being entitled to one vote. Class A shareholders are entitled, subject to certain limitations, to elect at least 25% of the Board of Directors (rounded up to the nearest whole number) with Class B shareholders entitled to elect the balance of the directors. No cash dividend may be paid on Class B shares unless at least an equal cash dividend is paid on Class A shares. Class B shares are convertible at any time into Class A shares on a one-for-one basis at the option of the shareholder. The number of common shares issued reflects conversion of Class B to Class A of 37,485 in 2017, 28,183 in 2016 and 11,087 in 2015.
Class A shares and Class B shares reserved for issuance at September 30, 2017 are as follows:
We are authorized to issue up to 10,000,000 shares of preferred stock. The Board of Directors may authorize, without further shareholder action, the issuance of additional preferred stock which ranks senior to both classes of our common stock with respect to the payment of dividends and the distribution of assets on liquidation. The preferred stock, when issued, would have such designations relative to voting and conversion rights, preferences, privileges and limitations as determined by the Board of Directors.
We issue common stock under our equity compensation plans from treasury stock. As of September 30, 2017, in addition to the shares reserved for issuance upon the exercise of outstanding equity awards, there were 1,568,220 shares authorized for awards that may be granted in the future under the 2014 Long Term Incentive Plan, assuming performance-based awards currently outstanding are all settled at the targeted payout.
Our Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program that has been amended from time to time to authorize additional repurchases. During 2017, we repurchased 2,190 shares of our Class B common stock for $147. During 2016, we repurchased 850,546 of our Class A and Class B common stock for $39,103. During 2015, we repurchased 4,795,568 of our Class A and Class B common stock for $337,739. As of September 30, 2017, the total remaining authorization for future common share repurchases under our program is 3,349,819 shares.
Note 14 - Equity-Based Compensation
We have equity-based compensation plans that authorize the issuance of equity-based awards for shares of Class A and Class B common stock to directors, officers and key employees. Equity-based compensation grants are designed to reward long-term contributions to Moog and provide incentives for recipients to remain with Moog.
On February 15, 2017, shareholders approved the Employee Stock Purchase Plan ("ESPP"). The ESPP allows for qualified employees (as defined in the plan) to purchase our common stock at a discounted price. The maximum discounted purchase price of a share of our common stock is 85% of the fair market value at the lower of the beginning or the end of the semi-annual offering period.
On January 7, 2015, shareholders approved the 2014 Long Term Incentive Plan ("2014 Plan"). The 2014 Plan authorizes the issuance of a total of 2,000,000 shares of either Class A or Class B common stock. The 2014 Plan is intended to provide a flexible framework that permits the development and implementation of a variety of stock-based programs that base awards on key performance metrics as well as align our long term incentive compensation with our peers and shareholder interests.
During 2017, we granted awards in the form of stock appreciations rights (SARs), performance-based restricted stock units (PSUs) and restricted stock awards (RSAs). The compensation cost for employee and non-employee director share-based compensation programs for all current and prior year awards granted are as follows:
In 2017 we adopted ASU no. 2016-09, “Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting”, and as a result we derive a tax deduction measured by the excess of the market value over the grant price on the date stock-based awards are exercised. The tax benefit from award exercises was $2,222 for 2017 and was recognized as a discrete tax benefit through a reduction of income tax expense. Previously these benefits were recognized as additional paid-in capital and are included in the consolidated statements of cash flows as a financing activity.
Stock Appreciation Rights and Stock Options
The fair value of SARs granted was estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. The following table provides the range of assumptions used to value awards and the weighted-average fair value of the awards granted.
To determine expected volatility, we generally use historical volatility based on daily closing prices of our Class A and Class B common stock over periods that correlate with the expected terms of the awards granted. The risk-free rate is based on the United States Treasury yield curve at the time of grant for the appropriate expected term of the awards granted. Expected dividends are based on our history and expectation of dividend payouts. The expected term of equity-based awards is based on vesting schedules, expected exercise patterns and contractual terms.
The number of shares received upon the exercise of a SAR is equal in value to the difference between the fair market value of the common stock on the exercise date and the exercise price of the SAR. The term of a SAR may not exceed ten years from the grant date. Options outstanding as of September 30, 2017 consisted of both incentive options and non-qualified options. Options become exercisable over periods not exceeding ten years. The exercise price of SARs and options, determined by a committee of the Board of Directors, may not be less than the fair value of the common stock on the grant date.
SARs and options are as follows:
The aggregate intrinsic value in the preceding tables represents the total pre-tax intrinsic value, based on our closing price of Class A common stock of $83.43 and Class B common stock of $83.16 as of September 30, 2017. That value would have been effectively received by the option and SAR holders had all option and SAR holders exercised their options and SARs as of that date.
The intrinsic value of awards exercised and fair value of awards vested are as follows:
As of September 30, 2017, total unvested compensation expense associated with SARs amounted to $2,964 and will be recognized over a weighted-average period of two years.
Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units
PSU awards consist of shares of our stock which are payable upon the determination that we achieve certain established performance targets and can range from 0% to 200% of the targeted payout based on the actual results. PSU's granted in 2017 have a performance period of three years. The fair value of each PSU granted is equal to the fair market value of our common stock on the date of grant. PSUs granted generally have a three year period cliff vesting schedule; however, according to the grant agreements, if certain conditions are met, the employee (or beneficiary) will receive a prorated amount of the award based on active employment during the service period.
PSUs are as follows:
As of September 30, 2017, total unvested compensation expense associated with nonvested PSUs amounted to $2,348 and will be recognized over a weighted-average period of two years.
Restricted Stock Awards
The fair value of each RSA granted is equal to the fair market value of our common stock on the date of grant. These shares are vested upon grant. There were 6,696 RSAs granted and vested in 2017 at a weighted-average price of $71.65. As of September 30, 2017, the fair value of the RSAs vested is $480.
Note 15 - Stock Employee Compensation Trust and Supplemental Retirement Plan Trust
The Stock Employee Compensation Trust (SECT) assists in administering and provides funding for equity-based compensation plans and benefit programs, including the Moog Inc. Retirement Savings Plan (RSP). The Supplemental Retirement Plan (SERP) Trust provides funding for benefits under the Moog Inc. SERP. Both the SECT and the SERP Trusts hold shares as investments. The shares in the SECT and SERP Trusts are not considered outstanding for purposes of calculating earnings per share. However, in accordance with the trust agreements governing the SECT and SERP Trusts, the trustees vote all shares held by the SECT and SERP Trusts on all matters submitted to shareholders.
Note 16 - Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The changes in AOCIL, net of tax, by component are as follows:
The amounts reclassified from AOCIL into earnings are as follows:
(1) The reclassifications are included in the computation of periodic pension cost and postretirement benefit cost.
The amounts deferred in AOCIL are as follows:
Note 17 - Segments
Aircraft Controls. We design, manufacture and integrate primary and secondary flight controls for military and commercial aircraft and provide aftermarket support. Our systems are used on both development and production programs in large commercial transports, supersonic fighters, multi-role military aircraft, business jets and rotorcraft. We also supply ground-based navigation aids.
We are currently working on the KC-46 military air refueling tanker on the military side, and the Airbus A350XWB, COMAC C919 and the Embraer E-Jet E2 family on the commercial side. Typically development programs require concentrated periods of research and development by our engineering teams, while production programs are generally long-term manufacturing efforts that extend for as long as the aircraft builder receives new orders.
In the past few years, a number of significant programs have begun to transition from the development phase to initial low-rate production, including the Lockheed Martin Joint Strike Fighter on the military side and the Boeing 787 on the commercial side. In terms of mature production programs, our large military programs include the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor and the Black Hawk UH-60/Seahawk SH-60 helicopter, while our large commercial production programs include the full line of Boeing 7-series aircraft, Airbus A330 and A380 and a variety of business jets.
Aftermarket sales, which represented 27%, 29% and 30% of 2017, 2016 and 2015 sales, respectively, for this segment consist of the maintenance, repair, overhaul and parts supply for both military and commercial aircraft. Further, we sell spare parts and line replaceable units to both military and commercial customers that they store throughout the world in order to minimize down time.
Space and Defense Controls. We provide controls for satellites, space vehicles, launch vehicles, armored combat vehicles, tactical and strategic missiles, security and surveillance and other defense applications.
We design, manufacture and integrate commercial and military satellite positioning controls. Propulsion components and systems accelerate the spacecraft for orbit-insertion, station keeping, and attitude control. Mission specific actuation mechanisms control solar array panels and antennas. We also design, manufacture and integrate steering and propulsion controls for space launch vehicles, such as the Atlas, Delta and Ariane platforms. Additionally, we design and manufacture spaceflight electronics and software. We are also developing new control products and systems for a variety of programs related to manned spaceflight including: NASA's new Space Launch System, Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and Soft Capture System.
In addition, we design controls for gun aiming, stabilization and automatic ammunition loading for armored combat vehicles for a variety of domestic and international customers. We also design controls for steering tactical and strategic missiles including: Lockheed Martin's Hellfire®, the U.S. National Missile Defense Agency's Ballistic Missile Defense initiatives and Raytheon's TOW and Trident missiles. We also design, build and integrate weapons stores management systems for light attack aerial reconnaissance, ground and sea platforms, as well as build high power, quiet controls for naval surface ships and submarines such as the US Virginia Class. Our sensor and surveillance products are used in both military and commercial applications such as electrical grid and other critical infrastructure protection applications.
Industrial Systems. Our Industrial Systems segment serves a global customer base across a variety of markets.
We design, manufacture and integrate systems for industrial automation customers for applications in injection and blow molding machinery, metal forming presses and heavy industry in steel and aluminum production. Our systems allow for precise controls of critical parameters in the industrial manufacturing processes, using both hydraulic and electric technology. Other industrial automation applications we serve include material handling and paper mills.
In the energy market, we supply solutions for power generation applications which allow for precise control and greater safety of fuel metering and guide vane positioning on steam and gas turbines. We also design and manufacture high reliability systems and components for applications in oil and gas exploration and production, including downhole drilling, topside and subsea environments, as well as electric pitch controls and blade monitoring systems for wind turbines.
We supply electromechanical motion simulation bases for the flight simulation and training applications, as well as medical training simulators. We also supply custom test systems and controls for automotive, structural and fatigue testing.
Components. Our Components segment serves many of the same markets as our other segments. Our Components segment’s largest product categories include slip rings and fiber optic rotary joints, motors, and infusion and enteral pumps and associated sets.
Slip rings and fiber optic rotary joints use sliding contacts and optical technology to allow unimpeded rotation while delivering power and data through a rotating interface. They come in a range of sizes that allow them to be used in many applications, including diagnostic imaging CT scan medical equipment, blade de-icing and data transfer for rotorcraft, remotely operated vehicles and floating platforms for offshore oil exploration, surveillance cameras, forward-looking infrared camera installations and radar pedestals, satellites, missiles and wind turbines.
Our motors are used in an equally broad range of solutions, many of which are the same as for slip rings. We design and manufacture a series of fractional horsepower brushless motors that provide extremely low acoustic noise and reliable long life operation, with the largest program being sleep apnea equipment. Industrial customers use our motors for material handling and electric pumps. Military programs use our motors for gimbals, missiles and radar pedestals.
Infusion therapy products include infusion pumps and associated administration sets. They offer IV, intra-arterial, subcutaneous or epidural flow of fluids and precise medicine delivery and can be applied to many applications, including hydration, nutrition, patient-controlled analgesia, local anesthesia, chemotherapy and antibiotics.
Enteral clinical nutrition products include a complete line of portable and stationary pumps along with disposable sets. They are designed for ease of use and mobility. Medical customers use our enteral feeding products in the delivery of enteral nutrition for patients in their own homes, hospitals and long-term care facilities.
Our Components’ segment's other product lines include ultrasonic and optical sensors and surgical hand pieces used in medical applications, electromechanical actuators for military, aerospace and commercial applications, fiber optic modems that provide electrical-to-optical conversion of communication and data signals, avionic instrumentation, subsea navigation and control systems, acoustic sensors and sonars for energy and marine applications including remotely-operated underwater vehicles and optical switches and resolvers.
Segment information and reconciliations to consolidated amounts are as follows:
Operating profit is net sales less cost of sales and other operating expenses, excluding interest expense, equity-based compensation expense and other corporate expenses. Cost of sales and other operating expenses are directly identifiable to the respective segment or allocated on the basis of sales, manpower or profit.
Effective October 1, 2017, we changed our segment reporting structure to three reporting segments. Our former Components segment has been separated and merged into Space and Defense Controls and Industrial Systems.
Sales, based on the customer’s location, and property, plant and equipment by geographic area are as follows:
Sales to Boeing were $321,110, $346,596 and $399,082, or 13%, 14% and 16% of sales, in 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively, including sales to Boeing Commercial Airplanes of $252,977, $251,288 and $240,984 in 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively. Sales arising from U.S. Government prime or sub-contracts, including military sales to Boeing, were $775,271, $726,562 and $780,259 in 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively. Sales to Boeing and the U.S. Government and its prime- or sub-contractors are made primarily from our Aircraft Controls and Space and Defense Controls segments.
Note 18 - Commitments and Contingencies
From time to time, we are involved in legal proceedings. We are not a party to any pending legal proceedings which management believes will result in a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
We are engaged in administrative proceedings with governmental agencies and legal proceedings with governmental agencies and other third parties in the normal course of our business, including litigation under Superfund laws, regarding environmental matters. We believe that adequate reserves have been established for our share of the estimated cost for all currently pending environmental administrative or legal proceedings and do not expect that these environmental matters will have a material adverse effect on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
In the ordinary course of business we could be subject to ongoing claims or disputes from our customers, the ultimate settlement of which could have a material adverse impact on our consolidated results of operations. While the receivables and any loss provisions recorded to date reflect management's best estimate of the projected costs to complete a given project, there is still significant effort required to complete the ultimate deliverable. Future variability in internal cost and as well as future profitability is dependent upon a number of factors including deliveries, performance and government budgetary pressures. The inability to achieve a satisfactory contractual solution, further unplanned delays, additional developmental cost growth or variations in any of the estimates used in the existing contract analysis could lead to further loss provisions. Additional losses could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows in the period in which the loss may be recognized.
We lease certain facilities and equipment under operating lease arrangements. These arrangements may include fair market renewal or purchase options. Rent expense under operating leases amounted to $25,257 in 2017, $28,279 in 2016 and $27,764 in 2015. Future minimum rental payments required under non-cancellable operating leases are $21,878 in 2018, $19,644 in 2019, $15,596 in 2020, $12,697 in 2021, $9,934 in 2022 and $44,203 thereafter.
We are contingently liable for $24,708 of standby letters of credit issued by a bank to third parties on our behalf at September 30, 2017. Purchase commitments outstanding at September 30, 2017 are $755,735, including $16,527 for property, plant and equipment.
Note 19 - Quarterly Data - Unaudited
Note: Quarterly amounts may not add to the total due to rounding.
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Shareholders of Moog Inc.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Moog Inc. as of September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016, and the related consolidated statements of earnings, comprehensive income (loss), shareholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended September 30, 2017. Our audits also included the financial statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 15(a). These financial statements and schedule are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and schedule based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of Moog Inc. at September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016, and the consolidated results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended September 30, 2017, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Also, in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule, when considered in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole, presents fairly in all material respects the information set forth therein.
As discussed in Notes 1 and 14 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company changed its recognition of excess tax benefits as a result of the adoption of the amendments to the Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification resulting from Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-09, Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting, effective October 2, 2016.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), Moog Inc.’s internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2017, based on criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) and our report dated November 13, 2017 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Buffalo, New York
November 13, 2017
MANAGEMENT’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) of the Exchange Act. Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, we conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2017 based upon the framework in Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Based on that evaluation, our management concluded that our internal control over financial reporting is effective as of September 30, 2017.
We completed one acquisition in 2017, which was excluded from our management’s report on internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2017. On April 2, 2017, we acquired Moog Rekofa GmbH (formerly Rotary Transfer Systems). This acquisition is included in our 2017 consolidated financial statements and constituted $52 million and $43 million of total and net assets, respectively, as of September 30, 2017 and $11.7 million and $1.0 million of net sales and net earnings attributable to Moog, respectively, for the year then ended.
Ernst & Young LLP, independent registered public accounting firm, has audited our consolidated financial statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and, as part of their audit, has issued their report, included herein, on the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting.
/s/ JOHN R. SCANNELL
John R. Scannell
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
/s/ DONALD R. FISHBACK
Donald R. Fishback
Vice President,
Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Shareholders of Moog Inc.
We have audited Moog Inc.’s internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2017, based on criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) (the COSO criteria). Moog Inc.’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
As indicated in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting, management’s assessment of and conclusion on the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting did not include the internal controls of Moog Rekofa GmbH (formerly Rotary Transfer Systems), which are included in the 2017 consolidated financial statements of Moog Inc. and constituted $52 million and $43 million of total and net assets, respectively, as of September 30, 2017 and $11.7 million and $1.0 million of net sales and net earnings attributable to Moog respectively, for the year then ended. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting of Moog Inc. also did not include an evaluation of the internal control over financial reporting of Moog Rekofa GmbH acquired in 2017.
In our opinion, Moog Inc. maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of September 30, 2017 based on the COSO criteria.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the consolidated balance sheets of Moog Inc. as of September 30, 2017 and October 1, 2016, and the related consolidated statements of earnings, comprehensive income (loss), shareholders’ equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended September 30, 2017 of Moog Inc. and our report dated November 13, 2017 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Buffalo, New York
November 13, 2017
Item 9.
Item 9.
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure.
Not applicable.
Item 9A.
Item 9A.
Controls and Procedures.
Disclosure Controls and Procedures.
We carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e). Based on that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that these disclosure controls and procedures are effective as of the end of the period covered by this report, to ensure that information required to be disclosed in reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures.
Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting.
See the report appearing under Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplemental Data of this report.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting.
There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting during the most recent fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Item 9B.
Item 9B.
Other Information.
Not applicable.
PART III
Item 10.
Item 10.
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance.
The information required herein with respect to our directors and certain information required herein with respect to our executive officers is incorporated by reference to the 2017 Proxy. Other information required herein is included in Item 1, Business, under “Executive Officers of the Registrant” of this report.
We have adopted a code of ethics that applies to our Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Controller. The code of ethics is available upon request without charge by contacting our Chief Financial Officer at 716-652-2000.
The information required herein is incorporated by reference to the 2017 Proxy.
Item 12.
Item 12.
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters.
The information required herein is incorporated by reference to the 2017 Proxy.
Item 13.
Item 13.
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence.
The information required herein is incorporated by reference to the 2017 Proxy.
Item 14.
Item 14.
Principal Accountant Fees and Services.
The information required herein is incorporated by reference to the 2017 Proxy.
PART IV
Item 15.
Item 15.
Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules.
Documents filed as part of this report:
Financial Statements
Consolidated Statements of Earnings
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Consolidated Balance Sheets
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Financial Statement Schedules
II.
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts.
Schedules other than that listed above are omitted because the conditions requiring their filing do not exist or because the required information is included in the Consolidated Financial Statements, including the Notes thereto.
All of the exhibits listed above have been filed under Moog Inc., Securities and Exchange Commission file number 1-05129.
Name
State/Country of Incorporation
Curlin Medical Inc.
Delaware
Moog MDG SRL
Costa Rica
Viltechmeda UAB
Lithuania
ZEVEX, Inc.
Delaware
Harmonic Linear Drives Ltd.
England and Wales
Moog Asset Management LLC
Delaware
Moog Australia Pty., Ltd.
Australia
Moog do Brasil Controles Ltda.
Brazil
Moog Components Group GmbH
Germany
Moog Controls Corp.
Ohio
Moog Controls Hong Kong Ltd.
Hong Kong
Moog Control Systems (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
People's Republic of China
Moog Industrial Controls (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
People's Republic of China
Moog Controls (India) Pvt. Ltd. (56% Moog Inc.; 44% Moog Singapore Pte. Ltd.)
India
Moog Controls Ltd.
United Kingdom
Moog Components Group Limited
United Kingdom
Tritech Holdings Limited
United Kingdom
Tritech International Limited
United Kingdom
Tritech do Brasil Servicos E Equipamentos Submarinos Ltda.
Brazil
Moog Fernau Ltd.
United Kingdom
Moog Norden AB
Sweden
Moog Wolverhampton Limited
United Kingdom
Moog Europe Holdings Luxembourg SCS
Luxembourg
Focal Technologies Corporation
Nova Scotia
Moog Holding GmbH & Co. KG
Germany
Insensys Holdings Ltd.
United Kingdom
Moog Insensys Limited
United Kingdom
Moog Italiana S.r.l.
Italy
Moog B.V.
Netherlands
Moog GmbH
Germany
Moog Luxembourg S.A.R.L.
Luxembourg
Moog Rekofa GmbH
Germany
Moog Unna GmbH
Germany
Moog Control Equipment (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
People's Republic of China
Obshestwo s Ogranizennoi Otwetstwennostju MOOG
Russia
Moog Luxembourg Finance S.A.R.L.
Luxembourg
Moog International Financial Services Center S.a.r.l.
Luxembourg
Moog Verwaltungs GmbH
Germany
Moog Ireland Limited
Ireland
Moog Holdings Ltd.
Ireland
Moog Japan Ltd.
Japan
Moog Korea Ltd.
South Korea
Moog Receivables LLC
Delaware
Moog S.A.R.L. (95% Moog Inc.; 5% Moog GmbH)
France
Moog Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
Moog India Technology Center Pvt. Ltd.
India
Moog Motion Controls Private Limited
India
Pieper GmbH
Germany
In accordance with Rule 406T of Regulation S-T, the XBRL related information in Exhibit 101 to this Annual Report on Form 10-K shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section and shall not be part of any registration or other document filed under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.
Inc.
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts - Fiscal Years 2015, 2016 and 2017
* Includes the effects of divestitures.
Signatures
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Moog Inc.
(Registrant)
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities indicated on November 13, 2017.
/s/ JOHN R. SCANNELL
/s/ PETER J. GUNDERMANN
John R. Scannell
Peter J. Gundermann
Chairman of the Board and Director
Director
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
/s/ DONALD R. FISHBACK
/s/ KRAIG H. KAYSER
Donald R. Fishback
Kraig H. Kayser
Director
Director
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)
/s/ JENNIFER WALTER
/s/ R. BRADLEY LAWRENCE
Jennifer Walter
R. Bradley Lawrence
Controller
Director
(Principal Accounting Officer)
/s/ RICHARD A. AUBRECHT
/s/ BRIAN J. LIPKE
Richard A. Aubrecht
Brian J. Lipke
Director
Director
/s/ WILLIAM G. GISEL, JR.
/s/ BRENDA L. REICHELDERFER
William G. Gisel, Jr.
Brenda L. Reichelderfer
Director
Director