Victorian government throws support behind Lockheed Martin space project

Under the proposal, Lockheed Martin Australia would invest in infrastructure and programs in Victoria to support the delivery of a military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) solution for Defence.

Lockheed Martin Australia and New Zealand chief executive Warren McDonald said the company has a strong commitment to Victoria.

“We have a well-established presence in Victoria, including our STELaRLab HQ in Melbourne — Lockheed Martin’s first multi-disciplinary research and development laboratory outside of the United States,” he said.

“Through STELaRLab, we are currently partnering with universities from across Australia in critical areas such as space-based image exploitation, automated AI-based knowledge generation using neuro-symbolic reasoning, and developing world-leading sovereign technologies for space domain awareness.

“As a global industry leader in space, we share the Victorian government’s vision for a vibrant, dynamic space sector and welcome the opportunity to work together for its realisation.

“The proposed investments in infrastructure, skilled jobs, and STEM initiatives are designed to contribute significantly to ensuring Victoria’s space economy grows sustainably for decades to come.”

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Lockheed Martin Australia regional director for space, David Ball, said it was of utmost importance to have a resilient Victorian space industry capability.

“Lockheed Martin Australia is committed to delivering a sovereign, operationally superior MILSATCOM system that meets Australia’s strategic needs,” he said.

“By forging new space technologies and industries, we will inspire future generations of Victorian students to consider exhilarating space careers.”

Robert Dougherty

Robert is a senior journalist who has previously worked for Seven West Media in Western Australia, as well as Fairfax Media and Australian Community Media in New South Wales. He has produced national headlines, photography and videography of emergency services, business, community, defence and government news across Australia. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Public Relations and Journalism at Curtin University, attended student exchange program with Fudan University and holds Tier 1 General Advice certification for Kaplan Professional. Reach out via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or via LinkedIn.