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Lockheed Martin announces new Strigo defense solution system, dedicated product center

From Jerusalem Post · () English

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  • Lockheed Martin launched its new Strigo defense system, integrating RF sensors and missile technologies.
  • The company established a dedicated Strigo Product Center to accelerate development and production of new defense solutions.
  • This initiative aims to help the U.S. and allies counter emerging threats by rapidly deploying advanced capabilities.

Lockheed Martin has introduced Strigo, a new defense system designed to integrate advanced radio-frequency sensors, missile datalinks, and seeker technologies. The company announced the launch on Monday, highlighting the system's adaptability for various missions including air defense, missile defense, and surface-to-air engagements.

By putting proactive research and development at the forefront, the Strigo Product Center lets us test and deploy new solutions at unprecedented speed. That's how we turn 'what if' into 'what's next' faster than ever before.

โ€” Stacy KubicekLockheed Martin Sensors and Global Sustainment vice president and general manager Stacy Kubicek described the new system and center's purpose.

To support Strigo's rapid deployment, Lockheed Martin also established a dedicated Strigo Product Center. This center, created less than two years before its announcement, focuses on advancing the system's concept-to-delivery model. It houses operations for developing and producing new RF sensor and missile technologies, serving as a central hub for the system.

Stacy Kubicek, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin Sensors and Global Sustainment, emphasized the center's role in accelerating innovation. "By putting proactive research and development at the forefront, the Strigo Product Center lets us test and deploy new solutions at unprecedented speed,โ€ Kubicek stated. โ€œThat's how we turn 'what if' into 'what's next' faster than ever before.โ€

Lockheed Martin aims to turn 'what if' into 'what's next'

โ€” Lockheed MartinThe company's stated goal for the Strigo Product Center.

The product center has already demonstrated its rapid pace, supporting the development of defense technologies from initial design to operational capability within months. Lockheed Martin has invested $250 million in the center to fund innovation and development, aiming to equip warfighters with advanced solutions to counter evolving threats and maintain a battlefield advantage.

reshape the way we develop and deliver next-generation, mission-ready capabilities, ensuring our warfighters have the solutions they need the moment threats evolve.

โ€” Stacy KubicekKubicek described the establishment of the center as an investment.
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