Hadrian Automation
Precision Manufacturing for Aerospace
Aviataix Ventures backs defense and aerospace founders building the next generation of autonomous systems, propulsion, and national security technology — with partners who have operated in the systems they fund.
Aviataix invests at the intersection of defense technology, autonomous systems, and advanced manufacturing — sectors where commercial capital has historically moved slowly and DoD relationships are the real moat.
We bring two things most investors cannot: partners who have held clearances, run acquisition programs, and shipped systems in theater; and a network that spans the prime contractors, program offices, and research labs where defense-tech companies must win.
Our check sizes range from $6M to $41M. We lead rounds, take board seats, and stay active through the full government-contract lifecycle — not just at initial investment.
Sectors We Cover
Our portfolio spans two funds — deployed capital into founders with deep domain expertise and a clear path to government and commercial adoption.
Precision Manufacturing for Aerospace
Defense Autonomy & C4ISR
Autonomous Maritime Surface Vessels
Autonomous Aerial Combat Systems
Hypersonic Munitions
Rocket Propulsion Systems
Software Supply-Chain Security for DoD
Configurable Satellite Buses
Managing Partner
Full ProfilePartner
Full ProfileOperating Partner
Full Profile$35M
Deployed capital into four portfolio companies from 2018–2021: Anduril Industries, Shield AI, Ursa Major, and Anchore.
$60M
Fund II expanded the mandate to include seed-stage positions. Current portfolio includes Hadrian Automation, Saronic Technologies, Castelion, and Apex Space.