Lockheed Martin $LMT was awarded a significant contract by the U.S. Department of Defense, marking a notable development in the defense sector. The contract, with a ceiling value of $4.1 billion, is for the development of the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) system, a key component of the Missile Defense Agency's strategy. The award comes as Lockheed Martin prepares to announce its first-quarter results on April 23, highlighting the company's pivotal role in defense and aerospace.