Every mission begins with thoughtful design.

Our in-house engineering team drives the development of airframes, propulsion systems, payload interfaces, and autonomy architecture — all under one roof. From aerodynamic modeling to sensor integration, we design each component with the full mission profile in mind. This tight coupling between hardware and software ensures seamless system performance, faster iteration cycles, and mission-ready reliability.

We build what we design — and we control how it’s built.

Vertical Autonomy owns the full manufacturing process, including engine production, airframe fabrication, and modular payload integration. This allows us to optimize for performance, durability, and maintainability — and ensures our platforms meet the demands of real-world missions. Vertical integration gives us the speed, precision, and flexibility that traditional supply chains can’t match.

We don’t just hand off the aircraft — we fly the mission.

Our flight operations team trains, maintains, and deploys the systems we build. With experience across defense, wildfires, and remote sensing missions, we provide full-service operational support — including operator training, field sustainment, and live mission execution. This closed-loop feedback between design, build, and field use drives constant improvement and keeps our systems ahead of the mission.