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Lockheed Martin Partners with Machina for Missile Parts

July 16, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Machina awarded qualification contract from Lockheed Martin for JASSM program.
Machina's robots form complex metal structures for mission-critical parts.
New manufacturing facility dedicated to defense clients.

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Strategic Implications

This partnership may indicate a shift towards advanced manufacturing in defense production, which could enhance Lockheed Martin's competitiveness and support the US defense industrial base. The use of robotic technology suggests a focus on speed, flexibility, and scalability, which may become a key factor in future defense contracts.

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What Happened

Advanced Manufacturing Supports Defense Readiness

Machina Labs has secured a qualification contract from Lockheed Martin to support the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) program, marking the first time a component built using Machina’s robotic technology has advanced to qualification for a US defense missile system. The company’s advanced manufacturing capabilities are expected to enhance defense readiness and deliver capability at speed. According to The Robot Report, Machina is opening a new facility, Machina Factory 3, to exclusively serve the needs of Lockheed Martin and other defense contractors.

Source | Originally Published: July 16, 2026

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