Mach Industries, Inc.

Mach Industries, Inc. is a U.S. defense technology and manufacturing company headquartered in Huntington Beach, California. Founded in 2022 by Ethan Thornton, its core mission is to develop and mass-produce asymmetric aerospace and defense systems and components. The company aims to ensure an allied American advantage by delivering scalable, cutting-edge defense platforms designed for distributed operations in contested environments, thereby deterring kinetic conflict and advancing global security.

Mach Industries' product portfolio includes advanced aerial and unmanned platforms such as the Viper VTOL strike aircraft, the Glide high-altitude glider munition, and the Stratos persistent high-altitude platform for sensors and communications. The company also develops Pike, a long-range munition, and Dart, a low-cost kinetic interceptor for counter-drone operations. Mach Industries operates a vertically integrated industrial base, known as Forge, which comprises decentralized manufacturing facilities for airframes, sensors, propulsion systems, and energy storage components, enabling rapid retooling and scalable output. Through its Mach Energetics division, established via the acquisition of Exquadrum, the company also provides solid rocket motors and other energetics capabilities.

In June 2026, Mach Industries secured $300 million in Series C funding, elevating its valuation to $1.8 billion, a significant increase from its $470 million valuation in June 2025. The company, led by Founder and CEO Ethan Thornton, has expanded its workforce to approximately 350 employees and operates a 115,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Huntington Beach, with plans for additional production sites. Recent strategic developments include a contract with the Department of Defense for a "runway-independent strike aircraft" for the Navy and the appointment of Nathan Diller as President and CSO, and Amanda Sustak as Senior Vice President of Business Development. Mach Industries is positioned as a critical supplier of future defense systems, emphasizing rapid innovation and cost-effective solutions to meet evolving military requirements.