Lockheed Martin demonstrated Command and Control (C2), battle management, Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD), and long-range targeting capabilities during Exercise Valiant Shield 2026 (VS26), showcasing software-driven integration of sensors, weapons, and C2 systems to support U.S. and coalition forces.
“These demonstrations highlight the power of integration to create operational advantage,” said Joe DePietro, Mission Integration Command and Control vice president and general manager at Lockheed Martin. “Our battle management systems and multi-domain expertise are already being applied in real-world operations, providing a strong foundation for innovation. When we combine that operational experience with modern software and digital technologies, we can move faster from innovation to mission impact.”
Using its CommandIQ® platform, Lockheed Martin demonstrated agile IAMD battle management by integrating live and simulated data from multiple systems, including C2BMC, Aegis Guam System, THAAD, IBCS and ABADS MD. The system provided a common tactical picture, used artificial intelligence to recommend engagement options, and digitally coordinated weapon systems. The demonstration marked a first-of-its-kind capability to support ballistic, hypersonic and air defence engagements across Joint IAMD forces during VS26.
The company also demonstrated rapid integration of commercial sensor data with HawkEye 360 to generate and distribute unclassified target tracks, supporting faster targeting decisions and continuous track custody through edge-based processing.
An expeditionary demonstration paired the AN/TPY-6 radar with the Aegis Guam system and Vertical Launching System to simulate Guam defence operations. The integrated system successfully detected, tracked and engaged advanced hypersonic threats while demonstrating multi-mission capability against ballistic, hypersonic and cruise missile threats.
“In the Indo-Pacific, one of the most challenging operational environments in the world, strategic advantage will belong to those who can rapidly integrate, scale and field the best-of-breed capabilities ahead of evolving threats,” stated DePietro.
Lockheed Martin has supported U.S. and allied missions throughout the Indo-Pacific for decades, working alongside customers to deliver and evolve the technologies needed to address emerging operational challenges. Valiant Shield 2026 highlighted the growing importance of interoperability, software-driven capability, integration and real-time data sharing in contested environments, where decision advantage depends on the ability to connect sensors, systems, and operators across domains with speed, confidence and precision.
