Lockheed Martin was selected by the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command on May 1 2026 to develop capabilities for the Space‑Based Interceptor (SBI) program, a key component of the Pentagon’s “Golden Dome for America” layered defense strategy.
The award is part of a $3.2 billion program that the Space Force has distributed to twelve companies; Lockheed’s specific portion has not been disclosed, but the contract is a multi‑year commitment that will add an early‑engagement layer to the nation’s homeland defense shield.
The SBI program seeks to field a constellation of space‑based interceptors that can engage missiles during boost, mid‑course, and glide phases, addressing the growing threat of hypersonic weapons and other advanced ballistic systems.
Lockheed will accelerate development, testing, and integration of the SBI platform, with an integrated demonstration slated for 2028, marking a significant milestone in the program’s timeline.
This contract expands Lockheed’s missile‑defense portfolio, reinforcing its position as a key supplier for advanced defense systems and providing a substantial multi‑year revenue opportunity that aligns with the U.S. defense strategy to maintain air and space superiority.
Robert Lightfoot, Lockheed Martin Space president, said, “Lockheed Martin is already making next generation integrated air and missile defense a reality with our proven capabilities and the expertise across our entire network. We’re investing in technology and infrastructure, while bringing together the strength of the full industrial base, to deliver advanced capabilities like SBI faster and are committed to delivering an integrated demonstration by 2028.”
The award underscores Lockheed’s continued leadership in missile defense and its ability to leverage existing technologies—such as THAAD, PAC‑3, and next‑generation interceptor platforms—to meet emerging strategic challenges in space and air domains.
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