Lockheed Martin and Hadrian have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing manufacturing capabilities for defense products. The agreement, announced on December 8, 2025, will see Hadrian implement its factory-as-a-service model at a Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control site.
Under the arrangement, Hadrian will install a production cell featuring computer numerical control (CNC) machines, advanced robotics, and its proprietary manufacturing execution platform. This system is intended to accelerate the manufacturing rate for various machined parts used in products such as PAC-3 MSE, THAAD, PrSM, and GMLRS.
Tom Carrubba, vice president of production operations at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, said: "We are excited to collaborate with Hadrian to deploy their automated machining and inspection technology to strengthen our manufacturing capabilities and supply chain. This project is a key enabler for Lockheed Martin to increase production output capacity, ensuring we can meet the high demand for our customers’ munitions needs."
Chris Power, CEO of Hadrian, stated: “This partnership is a model for how emerging and established players can work together to build faster, more resilient defense production. By combining Hadrian’s advanced manufacturing capabilities with Lockheed Martin’s expertise, we’re streamlining production for current and future critical programs and laying the groundwork for more collaborations like this across the industry.”
The collaboration aims to create a more responsive production ecosystem that adapts as demands increase or challenges arise.
Lockheed Martin describes itself as a global defense technology company focused on innovation and scientific advancement in support of national security objectives. More information about the company can be found at Lockheedmartin.com.
Hadrian operates an automated factory in Torrance, California and is expanding its presence with additional sites. The company seeks to enhance U.S. industrial competitiveness through process engineering, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and robotics. Additional details are available at https://www.hadrian.co/.
