Top Arlington, VA Defense Startups (91)

ASI is a dual-use software company that deploys predictive AI to the world's most complex operating environments. Backed by leading investors–including Andreessen Horowitz, Renegade Partners, and Spark Capital–we actively manage over 25% of all US air traffic across both public and private sector air operations. Partnering with major airlines like United and Alaska, we optimize thousands of flights daily, delivering...

Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments

MORSE is a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers who use asymmetric and unconventional approaches to deploy practical solutions that solve difficult multi-disciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

Since our founding in 2019, Vannevar Labs has been building software for the country's most critical national security problems. We believe our military service members and intelligence officers deserve access to the best technology American innovation can offer, and we are building great products for this mission. Our founders have 30 years of combined experience across national security, government sales,...

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

Caliola Engineering, LLC’s staff of systems, security, and software engineers team with PhD researchers to identify and solve mission-critical problems for customers across the US Government. We have subject matter expertise in wireless communications, cryptography, protected MILSATCOM, software defined radio, and unmanned airborne systems. Our team has experience developing and transitioning innovative technologies to Programs of Record. We are a 100%...

Biofire Technologies is on a mission to give gun owners better tools for reducing preventable gun injuries and deaths, especially among children and teens. Our mission-driven approach has earned support from the firearm community, the tech world, and the media.

Striveworks helps organizations get the most out of their investment in artificial intelligence. Our proprietary technology allows organizations to rapidly build, launch, and maintain AI models—in hours, not months. Users can deploy them in one click and keep them working even when the world changes around them. Striveworks delivers trustworthy AI-powered analysis by creating models that “learn” and stay ahead...

Turion Space is building the infrastructure to secure and sustain the future of space. Founded to address the growing need for space domain awareness, in-space servicing, and debris mitigation, Turion designs, builds, and operates spacecraft with real-world operational capability. Our vehicles are built for national security and commercial missions that require speed, autonomy, and resilience. We believe the next chapter of...

Arondite is a defence technology building the foundational software and AI to power the autonomous age. We're hiring world-class engineers who share our values and who want to make a difference. If you're interested in joining us then check out the latest roles on our website.

Canopy was founded to assure access to space by pioneering a new era of advanced manufacturing, starting with the most challenging systems and hardware in the aerospace industry. We are a venture-backed, seed-stage startup developing high-temperature materials for space, defense, and hypersonics applications. We design new material systems, build thermal protection systems (TPS) and 3D print technical ceramics.

G3 Aerospace is an advanced engineering services company committed to providing cost-competitive and quality engineered solutions to the Aerospace and Defense industries. ​ We offer a wide variety of engineering services including Mechanical and Structural engineering, Tool and Fixture Design, CNC Programming, Application Engineering, and Product Development. We grew our core through Aircraft Interior Design and specialize in composite assembly design...

Redspin, a division of Clearwater, has become one of the most trusted cybersecurity companies for the Defense Industrial Base. Our exclusive focus on tailoring our CMMC assessment, training, consulting, and managed services for each client delivers peace of mind by lowering the risk of a security incident or breach, and meeting/maintaining compliance regulations. Since our founding in 2001, we’ve become...

The service delivers immediate access to detailed data from major Ethereum token trending lists. Enhanced with advanced analytics, SafeTrending supports thorough analysis and comparison of tokens. Its algorithms are designed to identify scams and problematic tokens, assess the potential for price increases, and notify users about tokens with limited growth prospects

Optimized Electrotech Private Limited (OEPL) is an Indian Electro-Optics company making Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured (IDDM) Surveillance systems. The company was established in 2017 with a vision of creating a footprint in Indian Defence industry by providing cutting-edge solutions customized to India’s requirements. We build high-end Electro-Optic surveillance systems for Strategic and Commercial buyers. These products are researched and...

Fairwinds Technologies is a systems integrator and engineering services company that offers a full spectrum of communications solutions from planning and design to implementation and post deployment support. Offering integrated, reliable and affordable solutions, Fairwinds believes working closely with Customers to design and develop a custom, technical design that best fits their requirements is paramount. This level of service sets...

Numerica exists to solve the most important information science challenges faced by our customers. Our world-class scientists, engineers and software architects deliver state-of-the-art technology solutions to our government and industry customers. We provide new levels of actionable information to decision makers, and our advanced algorithms and software are deployed in systems around the world.

Stfalcon has been developing custom web services and mobile applications with an AI-powered team for over 15 years. Expertise: 1)Custom transportation and logistics software development: -Bus ticket booking app development -TMS development -Taxi app development -Supply chain software development -Fleet management software -On-demand order & delivery app development 2)Custom emergency aid systems development 3)Custom fintech, blockchain & crypto software development Services: -Discovery Phase in 4-6 weeks -UI/UX Design -Dedicated teams -Web/Mobile development -Cross-platform app development -MVP for...

Architects of Autonomy Noted technologies such as autonomy, artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision are rightfully touted for their enabling potential for national defense and scientific exploration. At Scientific Systems, we develop and holistically connect these technologies together to provide disruptive, offsetting capabilities for unmanned systems, enabling them to make intelligent decisions and collaborate across the domains of space,...

SynMax is an innovative data analytics company dedicated to providing actionable intelligence to its customers and bringing transparency to traditionally opaque industries. Achieved by combining the objective proof afforded by satellite imagery with the scalability of machine learning and artificial intelligence, Synmax is set apart from its competitors by providing the ground truth behind the data. Why guess when you can...