Lockheed Martin Wins Space Force Interceptor Deal, Eyes 2028 Milestone - Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT)

US to bolster missile defense with contract for space-based interceptors

The United States is making efforts to bolster layered missile defense. The Space Force Systems Command has selected Lockheed Martin to develop capabilities supporting the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program.These agreements mark progress toward fielding core elements of an integrated, layered homeland defense solution. The company revealed that the work will accelerate development, testing and integration of SBI (space-based interceptor) capa…

Lockheed Martin Wins Space Force Interceptor Deal, Eyes 2028 Milestone - Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT)

Lockheed Martin shares edge higher after securing a U.S. Space Force contract for its Space-Based Interceptor program, though weak momentum and a bearish technical setup keep near-term outlook mixed.

Lockheed Martin awarded U.S. Space Force space-based interceptor contracts to meet layered missile defense demand

Huntsville, Ala., May 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has been selected by U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command to develop capabilities supporting the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program. These agreements mark progress toward fielding core elements of an integrated, layered homeland defense solution.  This work will accelerate development, testing and integration of SBI capabilities, delivering an early engagement layer th…