Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB), a leading launch and space systems company, today announced that in partnership with Raytheon it has been selected to demonstrate advanced capabilities for the United States Space Force’s Space Based Interceptor program. The program is an important step in strengthening national missile defense capabilities.
“Next-generation missile defense, including the ability to counter hypersonic threats, is a national security priority – one that the joint Rocket Lab and Raytheon team stands ready to deliver on,” said Brad Clevenger, President of Rocket Lab USA. “Rocket Lab is already a trusted mission partner for national security and defense programs across our launch and space systems portfolios, and we’re proud to add the Space Based Interceptor program to that growing list. A threat as real and rapid as hypersonic and maneuverable missiles demands proven technology and a proven team that executes mission after mission, which is exactly what we’re bringing to this program.”
Together, Raytheon and Rocket Lab are contributing proven expertise to advance the development of effective solutions for this urgent security need. Raytheon and Rocket Lab stand ready to deliver.