Top Texas Defense Startups (38)

“In 36 months, agentic AI systems will be an operating reality across major institutions. We intend to be central to it.” — Dr. Jim Rebesco, Cofounder and CEO, Striveworks The next era of American leadership will be defined by whether our AI systems can work when and where it matters most. Since 2018, Striveworks has delivered the most trusted AI...

Deepsea Manufacturing LLC specializes in the manufacture and supply of fabricated equipment serving industries such as Oil and Gas, Chemical, Petrochemical, Food and Beverage, Construction, and Defense.

Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.

K2Share, LLC is a certified HUBZone and Veteran Owned Small Business that serves as a technology services provider for the federal government. Operating as a cybersecurity consultancy and managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), the company delivers data-driven solutions to simplify risk management, cybersecurity program maturity, and security awareness training. It specializes in strategy, policy guidance, and mission visualization to operationalize...

DLS Engineering is a woman-owned engineering and professional-services contractor supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and intelligence community. It provides acquisition and program management, intelligence and security operations, cybersecurity and IT/network operations, lifecycle logistics, and C5ISR systems engineering and sustainment. The company emphasizes cleared expertise, mission continuity, risk reduction, and reliable support for complex national-security and...

Wraithwatch was founded by alumni of SpaceX, Anduril, Palantir, and JSOC to build next generation cyber defenses for the AI era.

Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity. Our mission: Deliver global omniscience. To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for...

Kerberos International, Inc. is an 8(a) certified, Woman-Owned Small Business Enterprise specializing in providing comprehensive armed and unarmed security solutions and services to federal government agencies, safeguarding facilities, infrastructure, and personnel.

Hiller Measurements Inc. designs, manufactures, and supports customized automated test instrumentation and functional test solutions for mission-critical systems. Serving industries such as aerospace, defense, medical devices, automotive, and semiconductors, they focus on delivering high-quality test solutions with speed. The company leverages innovative platforms and a commitment to digital transformation to reduce waste and improve efficiency in manufacturing.

Terradepth is an ocean data-as-a-service company that combines autonomous underwater vehicles with a cloud-native data platform, Absolute Ocean, to deliver comprehensive ocean intelligence solutions for defense, energy, and maritime industries worldwide. By scaling high-resolution data collection and dissemination, the company enables unprecedented exploration of the underwater environment and empowers better decision-making for its wide base of global commercial and government...

Tri Tool Technologies is a global leader in the design and manufacture of custom-engineered solutions and precision machine tools. They provide specialized on-site machining, pipe beveling, tube squaring, and flange facing services. The company serves diverse industrial sectors including aerospace, government and defense, life sciences, power generation, oil and gas, and semiconductors, focusing on solving complex challenges with innovative, high-quality...

Gibraltar US is a Burnet, Texas-based heavy civil construction company focused on critical infrastructure and security projects. It designs and builds border barriers, provides custom steel fabrication, and supplies perimeter-security systems such as vehicle barriers and high-security fencing. The company serves governmental, commercial, industrial, and other critical facilities, emphasizing innovative engineering, durable products, quality, safety, and dependable project delivery across...

Staccato (formerly STI Firearms) is a Texas-based manufacturer specializing in the 2011 gun platform. They produce high-performance handguns, parts, and ammunition, evolving from a competition-focused legacy to provide duty-ready, reliable, and accurate pistols for law enforcement, personal defense, and competitive shooters.

Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR) is a multi-tier certified IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and electronics recycling company headquartered in Pensacola, Florida. It provides secure data destruction, asset recovery, and sustainable recycling solutions for a national client base, specializing in high-security sectors including aerospace, defense, and healthcare. ATR is ITAR-registered and adheres to rigorous compliance standards like R2v3 and RIOS.

Web Business Solutions, Inc. (WBSI) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It supports federal and Department of Defense customers through training and education, wargaming, command-and-control systems support, cybersecurity, mission assurance, systems engineering, software and database development, and weapons maintenance. Its mission is to deliver quality, value-driven training, technical, and operational support to help government customers succeed.

Venus Aerospace is developing reusable hypersonic technology that will revolutionize and redefine the boundaries of aviation, defense, and beyond.

We’re a litigation firm representing Texas appraisal districts and other local governments. Most of our work involves disputes over property value for tax purposes. It’s an intellectually demanding practice that combines valuation, statutory interpretation, trial work, and appellate work. Litigation can sometimes mean demanding hours, but our goal is for our attorneys to have a balanced life. We offer a...

Energy and Defence systems, purpose-engineered from first principles. 800+ installations, 25+ countries, 30+ years — designed and built entirely in-house.

QBE LLC is a management and technology consulting organization that provides services to the federal government and defense communities, offering IT services, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, data management, and system engineering.

FRDA, LLC is a veteran-owned firm founded in 2002 that delivers discreet advisory, security, and technology solutions to government and private-sector clients worldwide. The company engineers custom solutions for U.S. national-security challenges and provides direct mission support to Special Operations Forces and the Intelligence Community, helping personnel execute complex, high-risk, high-impact missions with precision, foresight, adaptability, and effectiveness across critical...