Everspin and Teledyne HiRel Partner to Push MRAM into Aerospace and Defense — Everspin Technologies, Inc.

Event summary

Everspin and Teledyne HiRel Semiconductors have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate MRAM adoption in aerospace and defense applications.
Teledyne HiRel will initially offer Everspin’s 256Mb PERSYST STT-MRAM, with availability expected in Q4 2026.
The agreement covers additional PERSYST STT-MRAM products, including 64Mb and 128Mb options.
Teledyne HiRel will provide product guidance, screening flows, qualification documentation, procurement support, and obsolescence management.

The big picture

This partnership aligns with the broader industry trend of seeking persistent memory solutions that offer fast writes, high endurance, and data retention without battery backup. The collaboration is strategically significant as it combines Everspin’s advanced MRAM technology with Teledyne HiRel’s expertise in high-reliability semiconductor solutions, addressing critical challenges in aerospace and defense applications. The move underscores the growing demand for memory solutions that can withstand harsh environments and long operating lifecycles.

What we're watching

Market Penetration: How quickly Everspin’s MRAM technology will be adopted in aerospace and defense applications, given the stringent requirements for reliability and long service lifecycles.
Supply Chain Dynamics: Whether Teledyne HiRel can sustain long-term supply continuity for MRAM products, addressing the critical need for lifecycle planning in aerospace and defense programs.
Technological Advantage: The pace at which MRAM will replace or complement NOR flash in applications requiring faster updates or power-loss-safe storage, simplifying system architectures.