The Lockheed Martin team has launched a prototyping hub aimed at developing Golden Dome command systems, a critical layer of the homeland missile-defense network. This initiative leverages real-world testing environments to rapidly align command-and-control capabilities across both land and space domains.
A Rapid Response Hub Takes Shape
Within just 36 days, the company stood up the hub at its Center for Innovation in Suffolk, Virginia—known as “the Lighthouse.” There, engineers already conduct tests against simulated current and future threat scenarios. This fast-paced action demonstrates Lockheed’s commitment to adaptability and mission-readiness.
Unified Command-and-Control at Scale
Lockheed designed this hub to unify data flow across multiple systems. Consequently, combatant commanders can gain integrated awareness that matches threats with optimal response options. Because this approach puts the right weapon on the right target, commanders gain layered resilience at scale.
A Collaborative, Industry-Wide Effort
Lockheed does not expect to tackle this challenge alone. Instead, the hub welcomes participation from traditional defense primes and non-traditional industry players. Together, they will build a unified, mission-thread-informed network that shares calibrated data—rather than generic signals—thereby creating a new command-and-control paradigm.
Conclusion: Rapid Innovation Meets Defense Integration
As a result, Lockheed’s prototyping hub accelerates the fusion of existing command-and-control platforms into a synchronized network for the Golden Dome missile‑defense layer. This initiative marks a decisive step toward unified, scalable homeland defense.
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