In modern warfare, superiority is not just about having advanced technology, but about possessing systems proven under the most demanding conditions. The military principle of “train as you fight” is paramount, ensuring that when a threat emerges, the response is not a first trial but a refined execution. For America’s missile defense, this philosophy is the bedrock of national security, demanding a level of operational realism that guarantees any potential conflict is decisively tilted in our favor.
To outpace rapidly evolving global threats, the United States must accelerate its ability to develop, test, and deploy next-generation missile defense systems. This requires a testing ecosystem that mirrors the complexity and unpredictability of the modern battlefield. L3Harris stands at the forefront of this mission, building its advanced defense technology on a foundation of high-fidelity testing, precise threat simulation, and a deep-seated legacy in propulsion.
The company’s propulsion systems are the driving force behind the world’s most formidable missile platforms, including key interceptors like THAAD, PAC-3, and Standard Missile. As the leading propulsion provider for all current Missile Defense Agency (MDA) interceptor programs in production, L3Harris plays a foundational role in the nation’s defensive shield. However, ensuring these systems—and the future technologies still on the drawing board—perform flawlessly every time requires an unparalleled testing infrastructure.
L3Harris meets this critical need by developing and manufacturing realistic missile defense targets and conducting comprehensive in-house testing. This integrated approach allows for the continuous validation of interceptor capabilities against simulated threats that replicate real-world adversarial systems. By creating these high-stakes, controlled environments, L3Harris doesn’t just supply components; it delivers the certainty and readiness that underpin the entire missile defense architecture, ensuring the nation’s protective systems are battle-hardened before they are ever called to action.
