Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a leading global security and aerospace company, specializing in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. The company operates through four primary segments: Aeronautics, Missiles and Fire Control, Rotary and Mission Systems, and Space Systems. The Aeronautics segment focuses on combat and air mobility aircraft, including unmanned air vehicles. Missiles and Fire Control develops air and missile defense systems, tactical missiles, and logistical support services. The Rotary and Mission Systems segment provides military and commercial helicopters, combat systems, and advanced mission solutions. Lastly, the Space Systems segment is involved in the production of satellites, strategic missile systems, and provides critical intelligence support for national security. Established in 1912 and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is recognized as the world's largest defense contractor, significantly influencing the market for high-end fighter aircraft, particularly through its F-35 program.

Richard F.Ambrose

Executive Vice President

Paul Colonna

President and Chief Investment Officer

David Jewell

Communications Director, Aircraft and Logistics Centers

Frank St John

COO

Allan Lockheed

Founder

John Sheehan

Vice President and General Manager Commercial Aviation Inspection Service

Xiaoming Yin

Investment Manager

Past deals in Defence

Inversion

Series A in 2024
Inversion Space is a privately held company focused on transforming the utilization of space through the development of affordable and high-frequency return vehicles. Aimed at both commercial and defense sectors, Inversion's vehicles are designed to facilitate global delivery, resupply missions to space stations, and the return of resources from space. This capability is essential for supporting human activities in low-Earth orbit and beyond, allowing clients to access efficient and cost-effective re-entry solutions.

Anello Photonics

Series B in 2024
Anello Photonics is a technology company developing a silicon photonic optical gyroscope to navigate, position, and motion track autonomous applications in challenging GPS-jammed and spoofed environments. The company's technology portfolio spans over 28 issued patents, and over 44 pending patents, and includes an AI-based sensor fusion engine. It serves the robotics, defense, construction, agriculture, and autonomous vehicles industries.

Vatn Systems

Seed Round in 2024
Vatn Systems develops affordable autonomous underwater vehicles capable of operating in cooperative swarms. The company's focus on advanced navigation software allows these vehicles to perform effectively in environments where GPS and communication systems may be compromised. By prioritizing cost reduction in hardware, Vatn Systems aims to enhance underwater exploration and defense capabilities for its clients, enabling them to expand their operational boundaries.

Firestorm

Series A in 2024
Firestorm is focused on developing modular open-source architecture tailored to meet the needs of the Department of Defense, emphasizing affordability and mass production. The company specializes in the manufacturing of loitering munitions and mission-adaptable systems designed to enhance aerial weaponry. Its products offer significant modularity and precision in payload delivery, equipping paratroopers with advanced aircraft suitable for modern combat scenarios. By prioritizing low-cost solutions, Firestorm aims to contribute to the evolving demands of the hyper-enabled battlefield.

Terran Orbital

Acquisition in 2024
Terran Orbital Corporation specializes in the manufacture of picosatellites, cubesats, and nanosatellites, catering to government and commercial clients. The company provides a range of integrated systems, including the Intrepid platform for cubesat and nanosatellite missions, and the Endeavour spacecraft bus, which offers advanced subsystems like high-speed communications and attitude control. Additionally, Terran Orbital develops radiation-tolerant FPGA-based computer systems and offers a variety of support services, such as mission consulting, satellite development, and launch services. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and government agencies, primarily in the United States and Europe. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Terran Orbital aims to deliver cost-effective aerospace solutions through its comprehensive approach to satellite design, production, and mission operations.

Liquid Instruments

Venture Round in 2024
Liquid Instruments specializes in developing advanced test and measurement devices tailored for the manufacturing, defense, and education sectors. The company's flagship product, Moku:Lab, is an all-in-one device that integrates high-speed analog inputs and outputs with the signal processing capabilities of an FPGA. This innovative platform allows for software configuration, providing users with the flexibility needed to enhance their workflow and productivity. By addressing the diverse requirements of its clients, Liquid Instruments aims to improve precision in testing and measurement while facilitating advanced digital signal processing across various applications.

Sintavia

Corporate Round in 2023
Sintavia is the global leader in applied additive manufacturing for the Aerospace, Defense, & Space industry. With high-speed printers co-located alongside precision post processing equipment, a full complement of mechanical testing equipment, and a full metallurgical and powder laboratory, Sintavia is able to optimize parameters, serially manufacture, and audit quality parts for aerospace applications. A founding member of the Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association, Sintavia is committed to the highest quality standards in the industry and holds multiple Nadcap and other aerospace accreditations.

RED 6

Series B in 2023
RED 6 Inc. is a company specializing in outdoor augmented reality solutions aimed at enhancing air combat training. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, it has developed the Airborne Tactical Augmented Reality System (ATARS). This innovative system allows real pilots in actual aircraft to engage with synthetically generated enemy threats in real time, utilizing augmented reality visors and an AI-driven multiplayer network. The technology also incorporates biometric feedback loops to optimize training experiences. RED 6's solutions are designed to revolutionize military training applications, enabling enhanced readiness and operational effectiveness for armed forces worldwide. In addition to military applications, the technology holds potential for various industries, including entertainment, sports, and medicine.

Fortem Technologies

Venture Round in 2023
Fortem Technologies, Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing AI-enabled solutions for airspace security and safety, focusing on intrusion detection and detect-and-avoid systems for drones and unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs). The company offers a range of products, including advanced radars designed for aircraft integration, the ThreatAware AI analysis engine for real-time data assessment, and the DroneHunter, which provides perimeter intrusion detection and protection. Fortem’s technologies support organizations in safely transitioning their unmanned operations beyond visual line of sight, enhancing situational awareness and enabling comprehensive airspace management. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Provo, Utah, Fortem Technologies is backed by various investors and aims to provide innovative solutions that meet industry and regulatory standards.

Machina Labs

Venture Round in 2023
Machina Labs is a mechanical and industrial engineering firm focused on automating metal forming and fabrication processes through the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The company has developed a manufacturing platform that integrates advanced robotics and AI technologies, enabling the rapid and cost-effective realization of innovative ideas. By creating new methods that simplify machinery requirements, Machina Labs serves a diverse range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, and defense. This approach allows industries to reduce reliance on costly tooling and setup, streamlining production and enhancing efficiency.

Slingshot Aerospace

Series A in 2022
Slingshot Aerospace, Inc. specializes in developing online tools and platforms that provide geospatial information tailored for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company's offerings include Slingshot Earth, Slingshot Orbital, Slingshot Edge, and Slingshot Imagery, which integrate data streams from satellites, airplanes, drones, and ground-based sensors to deliver actionable insights for various industries, including energy, insurance, military, and emergency management. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, Slingshot Aerospace aims to enhance mission success for government and commercial space organizations by offering space simulation and analytics solutions. These tools help operators design, manage, and secure their assets while mitigating risks to facilitate safe and reliable operations in complex environments.

Terran Orbital

Post in 2022
Terran Orbital Corporation specializes in the manufacture of picosatellites, cubesats, and nanosatellites, catering to government and commercial clients. The company provides a range of integrated systems, including the Intrepid platform for cubesat and nanosatellite missions, and the Endeavour spacecraft bus, which offers advanced subsystems like high-speed communications and attitude control. Additionally, Terran Orbital develops radiation-tolerant FPGA-based computer systems and offers a variety of support services, such as mission consulting, satellite development, and launch services. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and government agencies, primarily in the United States and Europe. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Terran Orbital aims to deliver cost-effective aerospace solutions through its comprehensive approach to satellite design, production, and mission operations.

Orbit Fab

Series A in 2022
Orbit Fab, Inc. is a company focused on developing orbital propellant depots to support satellite servicing and expand the operational capabilities of space assets. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company provides various products, including the Rapidly Attachable Fluid Transfer Interface (RAFTI) for on-orbit refueling and docking, as well as prototypes of rigid and flexible tankers for the International Space Station (ISS). By creating the necessary infrastructure for in-space fuel supply, Orbit Fab aims to foster a growing market for satellite maintenance and new industries such as space tourism, manufacturing, and mining. Their technology enhances the flexibility and operational lifespan of satellites, enabling operators to acquire fuel and materials as needed, thus transforming the way satellites are serviced in orbit.

Liquid Instruments

Series B in 2022
Liquid Instruments specializes in developing advanced test and measurement devices tailored for the manufacturing, defense, and education sectors. The company's flagship product, Moku:Lab, is an all-in-one device that integrates high-speed analog inputs and outputs with the signal processing capabilities of an FPGA. This innovative platform allows for software configuration, providing users with the flexibility needed to enhance their workflow and productivity. By addressing the diverse requirements of its clients, Liquid Instruments aims to improve precision in testing and measurement while facilitating advanced digital signal processing across various applications.

Terran Orbital

Post in 2022
Terran Orbital Corporation specializes in the manufacture of picosatellites, cubesats, and nanosatellites, catering to government and commercial clients. The company provides a range of integrated systems, including the Intrepid platform for cubesat and nanosatellite missions, and the Endeavour spacecraft bus, which offers advanced subsystems like high-speed communications and attitude control. Additionally, Terran Orbital develops radiation-tolerant FPGA-based computer systems and offers a variety of support services, such as mission consulting, satellite development, and launch services. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and government agencies, primarily in the United States and Europe. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Terran Orbital aims to deliver cost-effective aerospace solutions through its comprehensive approach to satellite design, production, and mission operations.

Terran Orbital

Post in 2022
Terran Orbital Corporation specializes in the manufacture of picosatellites, cubesats, and nanosatellites, catering to government and commercial clients. The company provides a range of integrated systems, including the Intrepid platform for cubesat and nanosatellite missions, and the Endeavour spacecraft bus, which offers advanced subsystems like high-speed communications and attitude control. Additionally, Terran Orbital develops radiation-tolerant FPGA-based computer systems and offers a variety of support services, such as mission consulting, satellite development, and launch services. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and government agencies, primarily in the United States and Europe. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Terran Orbital aims to deliver cost-effective aerospace solutions through its comprehensive approach to satellite design, production, and mission operations.

Slingshot Aerospace

Series A in 2022
Slingshot Aerospace, Inc. specializes in developing online tools and platforms that provide geospatial information tailored for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company's offerings include Slingshot Earth, Slingshot Orbital, Slingshot Edge, and Slingshot Imagery, which integrate data streams from satellites, airplanes, drones, and ground-based sensors to deliver actionable insights for various industries, including energy, insurance, military, and emergency management. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, Slingshot Aerospace aims to enhance mission success for government and commercial space organizations by offering space simulation and analytics solutions. These tools help operators design, manage, and secure their assets while mitigating risks to facilitate safe and reliable operations in complex environments.

Anello Photonics

Series A in 2021
Anello Photonics is a technology company developing a silicon photonic optical gyroscope to navigate, position, and motion track autonomous applications in challenging GPS-jammed and spoofed environments. The company's technology portfolio spans over 28 issued patents, and over 44 pending patents, and includes an AI-based sensor fusion engine. It serves the robotics, defense, construction, agriculture, and autonomous vehicles industries.

Elroy Air

Series A in 2021
Elroy Air, Inc. is an aerospace and logistics company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. The company specializes in autonomous aircraft systems designed for aerial cargo delivery, focusing on long-distance transport of heavy cargo. Its innovative air cargo system utilizes rotor-based vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) technology, transitioning to wing-based cruise flight for efficient long-range delivery. Elroy Air serves various sectors, including commercial shipping, humanitarian aid, and military applications, providing solutions for the middle mile of logistics. Its delivery drones are capable of transporting modular pods loaded with significant amounts of cargo, making them suitable for rapid resupply in challenging environments and offering immediate aid in regions with underdeveloped infrastructure. This technology aims to enhance business-to-business express delivery while reducing costs and environmental impact compared to traditional aircraft.

Hidden Level

Venture Round in 2021
Hidden Level specializes in advanced technologies for passive radar and drone detection, focusing on RF spectrum signal analysis. The company offers a comprehensive Airspace Monitoring Service (AMS) that employs networks of passive sensors to detect and track various aerial vehicles, including drones, across extensive geographical areas. This service is tailored for critical sectors such as infrastructure, defense, and public safety, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. In addition to drone detection, Hidden Level provides custom-built sensor technology, classical systems engineering, data modeling and analysis, field testing, printed circuit board design, and full product life cycle management. Their solutions aim to enhance safety and productivity in low-altitude air traffic monitoring for aerospace component manufacturers.

RED 6

Venture Round in 2020
RED 6 Inc. is a company specializing in outdoor augmented reality solutions aimed at enhancing air combat training. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, it has developed the Airborne Tactical Augmented Reality System (ATARS). This innovative system allows real pilots in actual aircraft to engage with synthetically generated enemy threats in real time, utilizing augmented reality visors and an AI-driven multiplayer network. The technology also incorporates biometric feedback loops to optimize training experiences. RED 6's solutions are designed to revolutionize military training applications, enabling enhanced readiness and operational effectiveness for armed forces worldwide. In addition to military applications, the technology holds potential for various industries, including entertainment, sports, and medicine.

Pv Labs

Venture Round in 2020
PV Labs is an established designer and developer of aerial imaging systems used for Intelligence, Surveillance, & Reconnaissance (ISR) applications within various levels of governments and military.

Ocean Aero

Series B in 2018
Ocean Aero, Inc. is a San Diego-based company specializing in unmanned autonomous underwater and surface vehicle solutions, primarily driven by wind and solar energy. Founded in 2013, it designs and manufactures advanced vessels capable of extended ocean observation and data collection for a variety of sectors, including military, scientific, commercial, government, and security. Ocean Aero's products are utilized for applications such as critical asset monitoring, ocean floor mapping, environmental sampling, and maritime security. The company has developed a unique hybrid platform known as the "Submarin," which can operate for months at sea and be deployed from various platforms. With a focus on innovation, Ocean Aero aims to expand its intellectual property and introduce multiple variations of its vessel designs to meet diverse maritime mission requirements.

Terran Orbital

Venture Round in 2017
Terran Orbital Corporation specializes in the manufacture of picosatellites, cubesats, and nanosatellites, catering to government and commercial clients. The company provides a range of integrated systems, including the Intrepid platform for cubesat and nanosatellite missions, and the Endeavour spacecraft bus, which offers advanced subsystems like high-speed communications and attitude control. Additionally, Terran Orbital develops radiation-tolerant FPGA-based computer systems and offers a variety of support services, such as mission consulting, satellite development, and launch services. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and government agencies, primarily in the United States and Europe. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Terran Orbital aims to deliver cost-effective aerospace solutions through its comprehensive approach to satellite design, production, and mission operations.

OMX

Venture Round in 2017
OMX is a subscription-based, industry-led software platform that connects businesses in the international defense, aerospace, and security industries. The platform supports businesses to improve leverage of government procurements, increase efficiency, reduce cost, and ensure economic benefit to government. OMX also provides access to tens of thousands of companies by region, size, local content, certifications, and capability, with software tools to manage supplier and customer communications collaboratively across an organization. The platform is web-based, which helps companies to control their supply chain and sales management while on the road or working in different environments internally. The platform generates real-time analytics and reporting to ensure companies are ahead of their offset obligations as a result of winning government contracts. OMX is based in Toronto, O.N.

CarteNav Solutions

Funding Round in 2016
CarteNav Solutions Inc., based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is a privately held and employee-owned company founded in 2002. Initially focused on research and development for defense laboratories in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, CarteNav gained recognition with the introduction of its flagship product, AIMS-ISR®, which integrates moving map technology with advanced EO/IR turret control and video processing. This software has become a leading solution for situational awareness in maritime, land, and air environments, utilized by both government and non-government agencies across more than 25 platforms in over 17 countries. Additionally, CarteNav offers AIMS-HD, a cost-effective solution that enhances the functionality of EO/IR cameras. The company is ISO-9001:2008 certified and is distinguished by its expertise in sensor management, user interfaces, and systems integration, alongside a strong commitment to customer service and quality.

Sikorsky Aircraft

Acquisition in 2015
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation designs, manufactures, and services military and commercial helicopters. It provides fixed-wing reconnaissance aircraft, and civil and heavy lift helicopters, as well as related spare parts. The company also offers maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for aircraft and helicopters. In addition, it provides integrated helicopter services, including helicopter management, maintenance, and charter helicopter flights. The company's helicopters are used by various governments in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Brazil, Brunei, Chile, Colombia, Egypt, Greece, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, Saudi Arabia, Spain, the People's Republic of China, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and the United States. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation was formerly known as Sikorsky Aviation Corporation. The company was founded in 1923 and is based in Stratford, Connecticut. It has manufacturing and assembly operations in Stratford, Connecticut; Troy, Alabama; and West Palm Beach, Florida, as well as a military aircraft completion center and prototyping facility in Elmira, New York; a commercial aircraft completion center in Coatsville, Pennsylvania; and engineering and design centers in Alabama, Texas, Indiana, Kentucky, and Montana. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation operates as a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.

Deposition Sciences

Acquisition in 2014
Deposition Sciences, Inc. (DSI) specializes in the manufacturing and sale of optical thin film coatings. The company primarily caters to clients in the military and aerospace sectors, both in the United States and internationally. By providing advanced thin film coatings, DSI plays a crucial role in enhancing the performance and durability of various optical components used in critical applications.

CDL Systems

Acquisition in 2012
CDL Systems was established in 1992 by Dave Weiler and Albert Sulmistras. They are a CMMI level 3 appraised software engineering firm specializing in the development of control station software for operating unmanned vehicle systems. Once a small technology start-up, they have grown into a 70 employee operation with offices in Calgary, Alberta and Huntsville, Alabama.

Procerus Technologies

Acquisition in 2012
Procerus Technologies is a company focused on the development of autopilot systems and avionics for micro unmanned aerial systems (UAS). It provides advanced technologies, including autopilot, targeting, and payload solutions, catering to a diverse clientele that includes domestic and international governments, as well as industry and academic institutions. By specializing in micro UAS, Procerus Technologies aims to enhance the operational capabilities of unarmed aerial vehicles, contributing to various applications across multiple sectors.

Gyrocam Systems

Acquisition in 2009
Gyrocam Systems, LLC specializes in the manufacturing of gyrostabilized camera systems aimed at law enforcement and security applications. The company offers a range of products including triple sensor systems, day/night vision capabilities, dual sensor options, and high-definition color cameras, as well as solutions for marine patrol and mobile land-based site protection. Established in 1987 as Aerial Films, Inc., it rebranded to Gyrocam Systems, LLC in 2003 and is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. The company's optical surveillance systems encompass vehicle-mounted and infrared sensor systems, airborne surveillance applications, transportable surveillance centers, and perimeter security solutions. These products serve various markets, enabling enhanced safety measures and situational awareness in expeditionary, maritime, and airborne environments. As of August 31, 2009, Gyrocam operates as a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin Corporation.

Universal Systems & Technology

Acquisition in 2008
Universal Systems & Technology is a company that was acquired by Lockheed Martin Corporation in 2009.

Eagle Group International

Acquisition in 2008
Eagle Group employs more than 1,350 people. Its proven capabilities in military readiness and integrated logistics, healthcare program management and outsourcing, information technology, and training services have enabled it to develop a reputation for outstanding support of its customers' critical missions.

Management Systems Designers

Acquisition in 2007
Management Systems Designers Inc. (MSD) specializes in providing information technology and scientific solutions primarily for government agencies involved in life sciences, national security, and civil operations. The company offers a range of services that include systems design, development, integration, systems engineering, application support, and IT infrastructure management. MSD focuses on delivering business management and system integration services that support clients in the government, national security, biomedical research, and health sectors. Through its comprehensive approach, MSD aims to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness for its clients.

Pacific Architects and Engineers

Acquisition in 2006
Pacific Architects and Engineers Incorporated (PAE) is a provider of services that support military readiness, peacekeeping missions, nation building activities, personnel recruitment and training, and disaster relief services.

ISX Corporation

Acquisition in 2006
ISX Corporation provides IT solutions in technology engineering and systems integration; command and control, communications, computers and intelligence; information and knowledge management.

HMT Vehicles

Acquisition in 2006
HMT Vehicles Limited (HMT) is a privately owned company that has funded the development for innovative designs that have been incorporated into light to medium high mobility wheeled military vehicles in the U.S. and U.K. HMT owns and licenses the intellectual property associated with these designs. Vehicles incorporating HMT's designs are used as platforms for weapons programs such as the Lightweight Mobile Artillery Weapons System and the Soothsayer electronic warfare programs in the UK.

The Sytex Group

Acquisition in 2005
The SYTEX Group, Inc.provides information technology solutions and technical support services to the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies.

Stasys

Acquisition in 2005
STASYS Limited, a U.K.-based technology and consulting firm specializing in network communications and defense interoperability. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Serving a diverse range of international defense and civil government customers, STASYS provides highly specialized expertise in tactical data link integration, requirements management, modeling and simulation, and air traffic management consulting.

Loral Corporation

Acquisition in 1996
Loral Corporation is a defense contractor founded in 1948 in New York by William Lorenz and Leon Alpert.
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