Lockheed Martin has completed the first phase of development for its Remote Interceptor Guidance – 360 (RIG-360) system, marking a key step in the Engineering, Manufacturing and Development (EMD) program. The system is being developed in collaboration with the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office Missiles and Space, specifically under the Integrated Fires and Mission Command (IFMC) division.
The milestone includes the completion of the initial Array Assembly, one of three major subsystems of RIG-360. Considered the most complex component of the system, the Array Assembly functions as the communications hub, facilitating real-time transmission and translation of radio frequency data for in-flight guidance and beacon tracking.
RIG-360 is designed to enable 360-degree communications for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missiles within the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). It aims to improve interoperability within the Army’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) framework by allowing engagement coordination between available sensors and missile systems across the battlefield.
On May 9, 2025, IFMC awarded Lockheed Martin a definitized $114 million contract to support continued development and production of RIG-360. As part of this effort, Lockheed Martin is constructing a dedicated RIG-360 production facility in Grand Prairie, Texas. The new site will house advanced manufacturing tools and consolidate relevant teams and equipment. Completion is expected by the end of 2026.
The program continues to advance toward fielding initial RIG-360 units as the Army modernizes its missile defense infrastructure.