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Core Systems Teams Up with Lockheed Martin for HDR-G Success, Delivering Ruggedized Solutions for Critical Radar Systems
San Diego, CA – Core Systems has proudly reached a significant milestone by successfully participating in the prestigious Lockheed Martin HDR-G program. As a trusted partner in mission-critical computing, Core Systems provided ruggedized system integration and high-performance server repackaging that played a key role in supporting this next-generation radar platform.
“Our expertise in rugged computing and reliable solutions was vital in ensuring seamless system integration for critical defense systems,” said Chris Schaffner, President of Core Systems. “We’re honored to be recognized for our rugged, military-grade repackaging of top server brands like HPE, CISCO, and Arista—meeting the toughest demands of military applications.”
A long-standing collaboration dating back to 2018, the Core Systems and Lockheed Martin partnership exemplifies the success of small business integration into high-level defense platforms. Core Systems supplies back-end command and control infrastructure for Lockheed Martin’s radar programs, combining custom-built rugged computers with rapid deployment and MIL-Spec compliance.
“Core Systems remains committed and has ebbed and flowed with us through customer needs and industry changes,” said Chandra Marshall, Vice President and General Manager of Lockheed Martin Radar and Sensor Systems. “They know how critical their contributions are to Lockheed Martin and our government customers, ultimately playing a major role in overall homeland defense. Core Systems is a great partner with great capability – they keep coming back and stepping up to help us.”
To meet the demanding requirements of HDR-G and other advanced radar systems, Core Systems leveraged its California-based production facility to deliver robust, purpose-built computing hardware tailored to survive in extreme battlefield conditions. Its vertical integration model ensures engineering, fabrication, and assembly are handled in-house, enabling greater flexibility, faster prototyping, and end-to-end quality control.
Core Systems supports a wide range of defense environments with rugged computing systems engineered for:
Every solution is designed for plug-and-play field use with reliable performance under high shock, vibration, EMI, and temperature extremes—allowing military teams to maintain mission continuity across complex terrains and contested zones.
With the successful execution of HDR-G and a proven track record of defense support, Core Systems continues to deliver innovation across the defense ecosystem. Backed by trusted partnerships and decades of expertise, the company is helping shape the future of rugged, edge-deployed military technology.
Core Systems is a leading provider of rugged computing solutions for military, aerospace, and industrial applications. The company specializes in high-performance servers, displays, and mission computers engineered to perform in the most demanding environments.
Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 116,000 people worldwide. The company is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services.
