Looking to join a company that’s making an impact in our world?
You’re in the right place.
In this article, we share the inside scoop on six DefenseTech startups that are on the hunt for top-notch talent.
These startups aren’t your average Joe—they’re the innovators, the disruptors, the ones pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the defense sector. From revolutionizing military tech to pioneering intelligence solutions and even reshaping law enforcement strategies, these companies are at the forefront of it all.
And here’s the best part: they’re all hiring.
In order from smallest to largest in size, we’ve included key information that will help you find the right fit.
Aerodome
DroneShield
Govini
Rebellion Defense
Dedrone
Oddball
Aerodome
- Work Policy: Fully remote (HQ in Los Angeles, CA)
- Company Size: 10-25
- Year Founded: 2023
- Funding: Seed, $6.5M
About the company. Aerodome is bringing the future of air support to public safety agencies around the world. Using a fully integrated, automated and AI-driven software operating system, Aerodome equips agencies with highly advanced, 24/7 drone-as-first-response capabilities.
This means police and fire departments can automatically fly a drone to an emergency incident located anywhere in their city in less than 3 minutes, every time. State and Federal agencies can use Aerodome stations to immediately detect wildfires as soon as they start, helping prevent them from escalating into the devastating tragedies we’ve seen over the years.
Check out this interview with CEO, Rahul Sidhu, to learn about their company and the problems they’re solving.
What are they building?
The team at Aerodome is on a mission to reinvent drones as first responders.
Here’s how their product works:
- Automatic response to 911 calls. The Aerodome system determines if a 911 call warrants a drone response and sends a drone to the location in less than 3 minutes.
- Fully remote flight operations. The drone can be deployed from a remote location. Pilots use a combination of optical zoom, thermal, night vision, and augmented reality to provide air support for first responders on the ground.
- Beyond visual line of sight. The Aerodome system uses ground-based radar, radio frequency sensors, ADS-B and remote ID data, allowing drone pilots to fly beyond the visual line of sight without the need for visual observers.
- Live video for emergency personnel. Streaming video can be broadcasted live to emergency personnel, allowing for multiple stakeholders to maintain tactical awareness.
- Automated drone swapping. Drones can be replaced by another drone automatically when battery life runs low. When a flight mission has concluded, the drone can come back to land on a docking station that will ready the drone for its next mission.
Want to join their mission? Explore their open roles and apply!
DroneShield
- Work Policy: In Office (Warrenton, VA & Sydney, Australia)
- Company Size: 100-150
- Year Founded: 2014
- Funding: Post IPO
What’s the mission? The team at DroneShield provides AI for multi-mission threat protection and C-UAS (Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System) defense. The solutions they offer are versatile, from comprehensive C-UAS to maximizing the performance of currently deployed third-party sensors.
They provide mission-essential capabilities with their Artificial Intelligence-based sensor fusion and signal processing. Their sensors, effectors, and AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning) can be integrated into their own Command-and-Control solution or fully interoperable with third-party platforms for both Government and commercial systems.
Learn more about what they’re building:
Inside the company culture.
What are the company’s core values?
- Act with integrity
- Operate with speed and purpose
- Demonstrate resilience
Hear directly from the CTO, Angus Bean, about the technical team’s culture and the fascinating product they’re building!
Interested in joining? Check out more employee interviews and explore their open roles!
Govini
- Work Policy: In Office (Offices located in Arlington, VA, San Francisco, CA and Pittsburgh, PA)
- Company Size: 100-150
- Year Founded: 2011
- Funding: Series C
About the company. The United States depends on the Defense Acquisition Process to quickly field next-generation military platforms that counter sophisticated adversaries. But right now, that process is broken, dominated by manual and complex approaches.
Govini builds software that modernizes the Defense Acquisition Process, leveraging authoritative data and AI-enabled applications to transform Defense Acquisition into a strategic advantage.
About the product. The Ark, Govini’s flagship product, combines commercial data and artificial intelligence into applications that solve challenges across the entire spectrum of Defense Acquisition, including Supply Chain, Science and Technology, Production, Sustainment, and Modernization. With the Ark, the acquisition community eliminates slow, manual processes and gains the ability to rapidly imagine, produce, and field critical warfighting capabilities. The Ark transforms Defense Acquisition into a strategic advantage.
Learn more about the company in this presentation from CEO Tara Murphy Dougherty.
If you are looking for intellectually stimulating work that matters, are passionate about creating an extraordinary experience for users, and want to work in a fast-paced, exciting, and dynamic environment, then there is a role for you at Govini.
Check out their open positions and apply!
Rebellion Defense
- Work Policy: Partially Remote (Office in Washington, DC)
- Company Size: 100-150
- Year Founded: 2019
- Funding: Series B
About the company. This team is on a mission to equip warfighters with the best software capabilities to detect, deter and outpace the modern adversary at speed and scale. Bringing together private sector technologists with defense veterans, they’re building technology for defense and national security.
Rebellion Defense was recently selected to support US Navy Project Overmatch.
Get to know the team and learn about their culture:
What are they building?
Rebellion builds software to analyze and secure mission data at speed and scale. They deliver decision-quality insights so operators and analysts can make faster, more informed decisions to keep our adversaries at bay.
Iris performs real-time detection, identification, tracking and future-state prediction capabilities. These insights are delivered at the point of decision — for platforms, systems and operations centers.
Nova tests defenses at scale using automated adversary emulation to discover a mission’s exposure to global cyber threats. Learn more about it:
Ready to join? Check out their open roles and apply!
Dedrone
- Work Policy: Hybrid and remote opportunities available (Offices located in the Washington, DC area, Westerville, Ohio, Phoenix, AZ, San Francisco, CA, Germany, and the UK)
- Company Size: 200-250
- Year Founded: 2014
- Funding: Series C
About the company. In short, Dedrone’s technology protects against malicious drones and enables good drones to fly.
Learn how their technology works:
In 2023, they received the following recognitions and awards:
- 2023 CNBC Disruptor 50 for Innovative Leadership in Counterdrone Technology
- TIME’s Best Inventions of 2023 in AI
- 2024 Best Place to Work by Built In
- 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Honors Homeland Security & Public Safety Award
What problems are they solving? Dedrone’s AI/ML-enabled dual use technology is revolutionizing airspace security and the future of the drone economy. This technology goes beyond the limits of simple sensor correlation to incorporate AI-driven algorithms leveraging behavior data, imagery and more to deliver a true view of the skies above on a single pane of glass.
By utilizing these sophisticated methods, Dedrone has virtually eliminated false positives in its drone detection system, providing unmatched accuracy and reliability. This cutting-edge platform and continuous commitment to innovation are changing the game for lower airspace security, protecting from unauthorized drones while enabling the good drones to fly.
About the culture. The team at Dedrone believes in a flat organization where individual empowerment and open communication drive a more robust and innovative solution set for their customers.
While their employees are located across many continents, the Dedrone team feels like one. A mix of folks from successful startups, large enterprises, prestigious universities, and even pure science, this team works diligently to develop technology that solves the most advanced security challenges their customers face today.
This company is growing quickly and is on the lookout for talented technical employees to join them and push their technology forward.
Interested in joining? Check out their open roles.
Oddball
- Work Policy: Fully Remote
- Company Size: 250-300
- Year Founded: 2015
- Tech Stack: Node, Angular, React, MongoDB, SQL, NoSQL
About the company. This team consists of experienced engineers, product and project managers, and other commercial tech professionals. Their passion lies not just in creating solutions but also in collaboratively addressing client challenges.
Oddball takes pride in supporting federal clients throughout the entire process – from design to deployment. They specialize in crafting scalable solutions that are purpose-built for the citizens they serve and the workforces they empower.
They’ve served a wide array of federal agencies including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Learn more about what they’re building:
About the culture. The team at Oddball doesn’t operate as just another agency – they’re a truly human force driving innovation in government digital services. Their culture is at the heart of everything they do, and it’s something their team takes immense pride in.
Here are some aspects of their company’s culture that they’re particularly proud of:
- People-Centric Approach: They believe their people are their greatest asset. From their incredible HR and recruiting team who ensure that each person is a perfect fit, to their experienced engineers, product and project managers, and other tech professionals, they prioritize fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.
- Collaborative Spirit: Collaboration is key to their success. This team thrives on working together, both within their teams and with their clients, to address challenges and create innovative solutions. The leadership encourages open communication, idea-sharing, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure that everyone’s perspectives are heard and valued.
- Passion for Purpose: Beyond just creating solutions, they’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of citizens and the government agencies they serve. They take pride in crafting scalable, purpose-built solutions that are tailored to meet the unique needs of their clients and the communities they serve. This team’s passion for purpose drives them to continually push the boundaries of what’s possible and deliver meaningful impact.
- Continuous Learning and Growth: They believe in the importance of ongoing learning and professional development. They encourage their team members to pursue opportunities for growth, through training programs, mentorship opportunities, and attending industry events. By investing in their people’s growth and development, they ensure that they have the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their roles and drive innovation forward.
- Inclusive and Diverse Environment: Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to who they are as a company. They strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. They celebrate the unique perspectives and backgrounds of their team members and recognize that diversity fuels creativity, innovation, and success.
These aspects of their culture are fostered through intentional efforts across the organization. From their hiring practices to internal policies and initiatives, they’re committed to nurturing a culture that reflects their values and enables the team to thrive. Through ongoing communication, recognition of achievements, and opportunities for feedback and growth, they cultivate an environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
Want to join the team? Take a look at their open roles.
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