Lockheed Martin lays out strategy for Patriot and THAAD production surge, F-35 upgrades, autonomous aircraft and Golden Dome role

Lockheed Martin outlined a broad growth plan centered on accelerating missile output, modernizing tactical aircraft and supplying components for layered homeland defense. Proposed long-term agreements would triple PAC-3 MSE production and quadruple THAAD interceptor output, while additional capacity would support JASSM and LRASM demand. The company also highlighted F-35 Block 4 sensors, electronic warfare and data links, plus recent F-22 control of an autonomous aircraft from the cockpit. For Golden Dome, it is positioning PAC-3, THAAD, Aegis, the Next Generation Interceptor, space warning sensors and command-and-control systems as an integrated portfolio.