Raytheon and Lockheed Martin Fear Ukraine Could Outcompete US Patriot Missile Production

Raytheon and Lockheed Martin are said to be concerned that a US license allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot interceptor missiles could create long-term competition for American production. Publicly, the firms cite risks such as intellectual-property theft and unauthorized technology sharing, but a report frames the deeper issue as Ukraine potentially improving designs, reducing unit costs, and scaling output. Ukraine has sought production access and additional interceptors from US stockpiles, with US leaders emphasizing caution over who gets licensing.