Lockheed Martin has successfully tested a new missile seeker for the US Army’s NGSRI competition, the program intended to replace the aging Stinger air defense missile. The AI-enabled seeker demonstrated advanced target tracking and onboard signal processing against drones and aircraft during a live flight test. Built with an open systems design for faster upgrades and lower costs, the interceptor highlights the Army’s push toward smarter, more adaptable short-range air defense technologies. The competition between Lockheed Martin and RTX is expected to shape the future of US portable missile defense systems.
