Land-Based SM-3 (LBSM3)

Land Based SM-3 (LBSM3) is a part of the Missile Defense Agency's efforts to develop the Land-Based Standard Missile-3 capability, Aegis Ashore. This program supports the deployment of a mix of afloat and land-based Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) capabilities as part of the European Phased Adaptive Approach (EPAA). The specific goals include modernizing, developing, and testing the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense Test Complex to support deployed Aegis Ashore sites in Romania and Poland. Additionally, the program aims to integrate Aegis BMD capability improvements and support advanced radar and combat system studies to achieve compliance with technical performance measures and certification requirements.

The program also includes site activation activities in Poland, such as providing site design, security, temporary facilities, utilities, administrative communications equipment and services, infrastructure modifications, and other necessary resources until sites are transferred to the U.S. Navy. The budget allocation for this program reflects adjustments for prior year carryover and continued program maturation as Poland construction nears completion and transitions to the U.S. Navy. The acquisition strategy involves direct contracts with industry and Statements of Work with Other Government Agencies to achieve mission success for testing and weapon system support.

Overall, the objectives of Program PE 0604880C are focused on enhancing integrated regional missile defenses to protect defended assets against medium, intermediate, and ultimately intercontinental range ballistic missiles through the development and deployment of land-based missile defense capabilities.