AeroVironment
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Aerospace, Cyber Security, Information Technology
AeroVironment, Inc. is a global leader in all-domain defense technologies, known for pioneering innovative solutions on the battlefield for over 50 years. The company is dedicated to driving agile innovation and delivering comprehensive, next-generation solutions designed to redefine the future of defense.
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Arlington, Virginia, United States
- Employees
- 1,238
- Industries
- Aerospace, Cyber Security, Information Technology
- Status
- Public (AVAV)
- Website
- aerovironment.co
- Company page
Recent activity at AeroVironment
- : SEC 8-K (7.01):
- : AeroVironment Partners with Eyeonix SA to Form Joint Venture in Greece for Drone Production.
- : AeroVironment Appoints Michael Ruppert as Chief Financial Officer
- : SEC 8-K (5.02):
- : SEC 8-K (5.02):
- : SEC 8-K (7.01):
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On June 24, 2026, AeroVironment, Inc. appointed William J. Lynn, III as a Class I director upon the recommendation of its Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. This appointment is effective immediately and results in a decrease of the board's size from ten to nine directors. Mr. Lynn's term will expire at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, with no special arrangements or material interests involved in his selection. Alongside his appointment, the Company entered into an indemnification agreement with Mr. Lynn in line with those given to other directors. The announcement of this change was subsequently issued in a press release dated June 25, 2026.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02):
- : Army awards prototype agreement to AeroVironment for new Switchblade 400 kamikaze drone to support LASSO program.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On April 13, 2026, AeroVironment Inc. announced the appointment of Sean Woodward as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 1, 2026. Mr. Woodward succeeds Kevin McDonnell, who is set to retire on July 31, 2026, and will continue to work with the company in a non-officer role from May 1, 2026, to facilitate a smooth transition. As part of his new role, Mr. Woodward will receive an annual base salary of $515,000 and a target bonus opportunity of 70% of his base salary, along with significant equity awards valued at approximately $1.13 million, contingent on meeting specific financial performance metrics. This appointment reflects AeroVironment's focus on leadership continuity and strategic financial management as it transitions to new executive leadership.
AeroVironment funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | Venture | $157.4M |
| Sep 2023 | Venture | $109.0M |
| Feb 2021 | Venture | $50.0M |
Leadership
- Wahid Nawabi, Executive Officer, Director
- Charles Burbage, Director
- Timothy Conver, Director
- Arnold Fishman, Director
- Charles Holland, Director
- Catharine Merigold, Director
- Edward Muller, Director
- Stephen Page, Director
- Elizabeth Mashakas, Senior Vice President, Talent Acquisition (formally BlueHalo)
- Michael Ruppert, Chief Financial Officer
- Whitney Phipps, Talent Acquisition Partner, Lead
- Michelle Poage, Sr Recruiter / Sourcer @ AVinc
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Employee benefit plans
AeroVironment files 3 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Nov 2026.
AeroVironment in the news
- Raymond James upgrades AeroVironment stock rating on bookings inflection - Investing.com (Jul 16, 2026)
- AV to Expand Advanced Production Capabilities in Dayton Area - AeroVironment (Jun 02, 2026)
- AeroVironment to acquire California drone maker ESAero in $200M deal - Breaking Defense (Mar 16, 2026)
- Unusual Machines, AeroVironment, and Ondas Rise as Trump Levies Tariffs on Drone Imports - Barron's (Aug 14, 2026)
- AeroVironment to Establish Industrial Presence in Greece Through AV Eagle - Business Wire (Aug 20, 2026)
- AVAV Court News: AeroVironment Class Action Lawsuit Alleges Securities Fraud on behalf of Investors with Losses - PR Newswire (Jul 14, 2026)
- AeroVironment wins $97.4m GENESIS contract from US Army - Army Technology (Mar 09, 2026)
- US Army Orders More Switchblade Kamikaze Drones From AeroVironment - The Defense Post (Feb 27, 2026)
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About AeroVironment: questions and answers
What does AeroVironment do?
AeroVironment, Inc. is a global leader in all-domain defense technologies, known for pioneering innovative solutions on the battlefield for over 50 years. The company is dedicated to driving agile innovation and delivering comprehensive, next-generation solutions designed to redefine the future of defense.
Where is AeroVironment headquartered?
AeroVironment is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, United States.
How many employees does AeroVironment have?
AeroVironment has about 1,238 employees.
Has AeroVironment raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 3 funding events for AeroVironment. The most recent, $157.4M, was in Mar 2026.
Who leads AeroVironment?
Elizabeth Mashakas is a Senior Vice President, Talent Acquisition (formally BlueHalo) at AeroVironment.
What is the latest news on AeroVironment?
On Sep 09, 2026, SEC 8-K (7.01):
Is AeroVironment a public company?
Yes. AeroVironment is publicly traded under the ticker AVAV.
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