- Business
- Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security, dedicated to the research, design, development, manufacturing, integration, and ongoing support of sophisticated technological systems and services worldwide. The company operates through four primary business segments: Aeronautics, Missiles and Fire Control, Rotary and Mission Systems, and Space. The Aeronautics division specializes in advanced combat aircraft, including the F-35 Lightning II, F-16 Fighting Falcon, and F-22 Raptor, alongside air mobility platforms like the C-130 Hercules, and pioneering unmanned aerial systems with capabilities such as 5th Gen fighter command and control. The Missiles and Fire Control segment delivers critical air and missile defense solutions like the PAC-3 MSE and THAAD systems, tactical and precision strike weaponry including Javelin, HIMARS, GMLRS, JASSM, and LRASM, advanced fire control, and various ground vehicles. Within Rotary and Mission Systems, offerings span military and specialized civil helicopters such as the UH-60M Black Hawk and FIREHAWK for emergency services, naval and land-based missile defense systems including Aegis, sophisticated radar, comprehensive command and control systems, cyber solutions, and immersive simulation and training. The Space segment focuses on developing and integrating advanced satellite systems like GeoXO for NOAA, space transportation, strategic and defensive missile systems such as the Trident II D5, and classified national security programs, enhancing network-enabled situational awareness and critical intelligence distribution. Lockheed Martin primarily serves the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, as well as international allies through foreign military sales facilitated by the U.S. government and direct international contracts. Founded in 1912, the corporation maintains its headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland.