StartupCaliforniaLast reviewed September 2026

Long Wall

U.S. missile defense company, rebranded from ABL Space Systems in 2025, developing interceptors, test and target boosters, and deployable ground systems.

Overview

Long Wall was founded in 2017 as ABL Space Systems, a small-satellite launch company, and rebranded in February 2025 after leaving the commercial launch market to focus on missile defense. It builds on ABL's rocket and ground-system technology to develop the Cyclops exoatmospheric interceptor, the RSX liquid-fueled booster for flight testing and threat replication, and Ironwood containerized ground support equipment. The company operates sites in Long Beach, El Segundo, and Mojave, California, and Kodiak, Alaska.

AI Outlook

Exploring

Long Wall is focused on interceptor, booster, and ground-system hardware for missile defense, with little public information about AI use.

Student Hiring

Internship ProgramEntry-Level Friendly
Application Tip: Missile defense company in Long Beach, CA, formerly ABL Space Systems.