SkyDefense
Colorado-based defense technology company developing AI-powered autonomous VTOL interceptor drones (CobraJet) for counter-unmanned aerial systems missions, using 3D printing for airframe and munitions manufacturing.
- CEO / Founder
- Nick Verini
- Stage
- Active
- Key Investors
- Nvidia; Boeing (reported as early investors)
Technology & Products
Key Products
CobraJet VTOL UCAV interceptor; VRAM Mission Control; PYTHON, VIPER, CUDA, RAPTOR munitions/systems
Technological Advantage
3D printing of carbon-fiber-core airframes and munitions enabling rapid, low-cost, high-volume production of VTOL interceptors
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Low-cost, mass-producible 3D-printed VTOL drone interceptors that neutralize hostile UAS threats at scale.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on low-cost, mass-producible 3D-printed attritable interceptors rather than expensive reusable systems, targeting scalable squadron deployment for C-UAS missions.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Military and defense agencies requiring counter-UAS capability
Industry Verticals
Aerospace/Defense
Competitors
Anduril Industries; Fortem Technologies; Firestorm Labs
Growth & Milestones
Major Milestones
CobraJet publicly unveiled 2025; reported Golden Dome contract awards
Notable Customers
Golden Dome missile defense program (reported contract awards)