The US government has announced a contract with Lockheed Martin for the development, integration and testing of PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) into the Aegis Combat System.
“By integrating PAC‑3 MSE’s capabilities into Aegis, the Navy is taking a decisive step forward in defending America’s fleet and our global interests against the most advanced threats,” Lockheed Martin IAMD, vice president and general manager, Jason Reynolds, stated.
“Lockheed Martin is driving the innovation behind this effort—bringing together advanced, combat‑proven systems in new ways to accelerate capability and deliver a decisive advantage in maritime defense.”
This move places the US Navy among the ranks of PAC-3 MSE users around the world, including the US Army and 16 partner nations.
“This integration further expands the capability of Aegis to engage missile threats at multiple layers, enabling a more comprehensive and effective defense against evolving threats, ensuring the warfighter has the strategic advantage,” Lockheed Martin Multi-Domain Combat Solutions, vice president, Chandra Marshall, said.
The US government awarded Lockheed Martin a multi-million contract to continue munitions acceleration efforts and deliver a record number of PAC-3 MSE interceptors in 2026.
This contract will build on the framework agreement Lockheed Martin signed with the US Department of War to rapidly accelerate the production and delivery of PAC-3 MSE in support of the Arsenal of Freedom.
Integrating the PAC-3 MSE and the Aegis Combat System will enhance the US Navy’s IAMD capabilities.
Prior to receiving government funding, Lockheed Martin delivered on Department of War priorities and made internal investments to integrate the an advanced air defence missile with Aegis and the MK41 Vertical Launching System.