Private companiesAI defense

Defense manufacturing

Factories and manufacturing systems for defense hardware.

Companies under this lens

HadrianCoveredAI defense, Defense manufacturingTorrance, CA2020Series D, Aug 6, 2026$7.87B, Aug 6, 2026Clarity (formerly Hiive), Nasdaq Private Market, Caplight, AugmentWatchOct 11, 2026
Firestorm LabsCoveredAI defense, Drones and uncrewed aircraft, Defense manufacturingSan Diego, CA2022Series B, Apr 29, 2026No citable valuationClarity (formerly Hiive), Nasdaq Private Market, Caplight, AugmentWatchOct 11, 2026

Why each is here

  • Firestorm LabsIts containerized 3D-printing cells are the factory, sold to the Air Force and Army.
  • HadrianRuns automated factories that machine precision parts for munitions and submarines.