# Lockheed Martin Unveils Vectis Stealth Drone

Lockheed Martin unveiled the full-size design of its Vectis stealth drone near Washington, D.C., describing the effort as an independent company investment intended to deliver a military capability and advance deterrence for the United States and its allies. The announcement includes no contract award, solicitation, funding value, acquisition timeline, or procurement contact, so it signals industry investment rather than an active government buying opportunity.

- Procurement teams and contractors should distinguish this company-led development from a funded procurement or open solicitation; the announcement provides no acquisition requirements or response deadline.
- For defense-market planning, Vectis is a signal of Lockheed Martin’s investment in stealth-drone capabilities, but the announcement does not establish a government purchase or award.
- Jim Taiclet described the investment as “probably the most valuable thing we can do independently for the US and our allies to advance deterrence,” framing it as a strategic company initiative.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 02, 2026

### Vendors
- Lockheed Martin Corp. (Aircraft developer)

### Key Quotes
> It’s probably the most valuable thing we can do independently for the US and our allies to advance deterrence
> — Jim Taiclet, Chief Executive Officer of Lockheed Martin