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Defense tech market map: United States

83 defense tech startups in the United States that have raised money in rounds we track, placed in 5 segments by what each says it does. Together they have raised $34B; the biggest segment is space and satellites, with 39 companies.

83startups on the map
5segments
$34Braised between them
Drones and autonomous systemsmost funded segment

Space and satellites

39

+15 more

Drones and autonomous systems

14

Intelligence and decision AI

13

Manufacturing for defense

11

Hypersonics and munitions

6

Segment by segment

Space and satellites

39 startups · $8.4B raised

  1. Stoke SpaceStoke Space is a U.S.United States$1.6B
  2. CastelionCastelion is a privately held defense technology and aerospace manufacturing company founded in November 2022 by former SpaceX exeUnited States$1.3B
  3. Mach IndustriesMach Industries is a defense technology startup based in Huntington Beach, California, founded in 2023.United States$1.0B
  4. True AnomalyTrue Anomaly is a defense technology company specializing in space defense.United States$860M
  5. K2 SpaceK2 Space focuses on the latest generation of launch vehicles that will open the doors to the solar system.United States$750M
  6. AntaresAntares, formerly known as Antares Industries, is a nuclear technology company founded in 2023.United States$566M
  7. Sierra SpaceSierra Space is a commercial aerospace and defense technology company based in Louisville, Colorado.United States$550M
  8. Northwood SpaceNorthwood Space is a hardware solution that expands the orbits and frequency ranges available from the ground for satellite communication.United States$505M

Drones and autonomous systems

14 startups · $11B raised

  1. Anduril IndustriesAnduril Industries is a defense technology company that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems to enhance national security.United States$7.5B
  2. SaronicSaronic designs and manufactures unmanned surface vehicles for maritime security and domain awareness.United States$2.4B
  3. SkydioSkydio is a leading U.S.United States$350M
  4. Neros TechnologiesNeros Technologies is a private defense technology company founded in 2023 and based in El Segundo, California.United States$325M
  5. Allen Control SystemsAllen Control Systems (ACS) is a defense technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2022.United States$230M
  6. PDPerformance Drone Works (PDW)United States$110M
  7. HHavocUnited States$100M
  8. Overland AIOverland AI is a manufacturer and developer of autonomous navigation for off-road autonomous vehicles.United States$80M

Intelligence and decision AI

13 startups · $9.9B raised

  1. Shield AIShield AI is an artificial intelligence company that aims to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems.United States$7.0B
  2. AAndurilUnited States$1.5B
  3. NNominalUnited States$411M
  4. Divergent TechnologiesDivergent Technologies is an IT company that provides web development, ERP, software, mobile apps, graphic design, and network services.United States$290M
  5. OcientOcient is a data analytics software solutions company based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2016.United States$200M
  6. TTwentyTwenty is a development company.United States$144M
  7. Defense UnicornsDefense Unicorns is a veteran-owned defense technology company founded in 2021, with roots tracing back to late 2020.United States$136M
  8. STSmack TechnologiesUnited States$93M

Manufacturing for defense

11 startups · $3.9B raised

  1. Vulcan ElementsVulcan Elements is a U.S.-based startup manufacturer founded in 2023, specializing in rare earth magnets, particularly sintered neUnited States$1.1B
  2. VulcanFormsVulcanForms enables critical industries to innovate, grow, and deliver sustainable impact.United States$720M
  3. Cadre HoldingsCadre Holdings manufactures and distributes safety and protective equipment for law enforcement, military, and first responders.United States$590M
  4. ForterraForterra is a manufacturer of pipe and precast products for facilities that builds and maintains sustainable infrastructures.United States$426M
  5. AmcaAmca, or the Advanced Manufacturing Company of America, is a leading aerospace and defense manufacturing firm based in El Segundo,United States$377M
  6. QuartermasterQuartermaster is a maritime technology company focused on enhancing real-time maritime domain awareness.United States$183M
  7. Code MetalCode Metal is a Boston-based AI startup founded in 2023, specializing in software development applications.United States$161M
  8. Firehawk AerospaceFirehawk Aerospace designs and manufactures rocket motors powered by 3D printed propellant.United States$150M

Hypersonics and munitions

6 startups · $696M raised

  1. HermeusHermeus is an American aerospace and defense technology startup founded in 2018 and based in Atlanta, Georgia.United States$550M
  2. Venus AerospaceVenus Aerospace is a Houston-based aerospace startup founded in 2020, focused on developing reusable hypersonic aircraft and advanUnited States$90M
  3. FurientisFurientis is a defense technology startup based in El Segundo, California, founded in 2025.United States$30M
  4. Aventra Defense SystemsAventra Defense Systems is a Virginia-based defense technology startup founded in 2025 by former US Army officers.United States$12M
  5. HAHop AeroHop Aero develops hypersonic rocket cargo systems for rapid point-to-point delivery in contested environments.United States$12M
  6. Liberty AmmunitionLiberty Ammunition manufactures lead-free rifle ammunitions for military troops in the United States.United States$1.8M

How this map is made. Every startup here has raised money in rounds we track, and is based in the United States. It joins the map when its sectors, read from its rounds, or the opening of its own description say it works in defense tech, and goes to the first segment whose words it carries. Each segment shows its best-funded first. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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