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Archaius

North Carolina, US · Founded 2022 · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors

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Archaius develops anti-jamming hardware-software systems (its Grale and Vaelin products) that protect GPS navigation and command-and-control links for autonomous platforms and critical systems operating in contested, jamming-heavy environments. It serves defense operators and critical infrastructure users, using passive analog beamforming and signal-processing technology to keep wireless signals operational under electronic attack.</parameter> <parameter name="founders">[]

CybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechHardware

Founders & leadership

Archaius was founded in 2022 by James M. Upson.

JM
James M. UpsonFounder
FV
Frederick VosburghNamed on SEC filing

Board

JWJustin Wright-Eakes
Justin Wright-EakesinBoard directorFounder and Managing Partner at Oval Park Capital
JDJustin D. Wright-Eakes
Justin D. Wright-EakesinBoard directorFounder and Managing Partner at Oval Park Capital
JC
Joseph CajigalBoard director
JC
James C. Cunningham, IIIBoard director
KE
Kenneth E. TovoBoard director

Investors · 2

Oval Park CapitalRaleigh · $500K – $1.5Mvia Justin Wright-Eakes · inferred
OPCreportedRaleigh

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$2.1M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2022–2026

▶$1MraisedSep 2026 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • James M. UpsonExecutive Officer, Director
  • Joseph CajigalDirector
  • James C. Cunningham, IIIDirector
  • Kenneth E. TovoDirector
  • Justin D. Wright-EakesDirector
Offering amount
$1M
Amount sold
$1M
First sale
Aug 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2022
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.1MraisedJun 2022 · 3 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Justin Wright-EakesDirector
  • Frederick VosburghExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2.6M
Amount sold
$1.1M
First sale
Jun 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2022
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Aurelius Systems3 shared keywordsAurelius Systems builds Archimedes, an autonomous counter-UAS laser system that combines high-power directed energy, optical sensors, and AI to detect, track, and neutralize aerial drone threats without an operator. It targets defense applications, protecting military forces, facilities, and critical infrastructure.

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Non-dilutive funding · 5 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase IISTTR2022$750K
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase II2021$1.1M
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase ISTTR2021$149.8K
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase I2021$50K
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase I2021$50K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

In the news

Press Release — Charlotte Angel Fundcltangelfund.com · Sep 2025Startup Spotlight: Durham-based navigation firm Archaius lands $1.1M, seeks $1.5M more - Research Triangle Regional Partnershipresearchtriangle.org · Jul 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Archaius do?
Archaius develops anti-jamming hardware-software systems (its Grale and Vaelin products) that protect GPS navigation and command-and-control links for autonomous platforms and critical systems operating in contested, jamming-heavy environments. It serves defense operators and critical infrastructure users, using passive analog beamforming and signal-processing technology to keep wireless signals operational under electronic attack.</parameter> <parameter name="founders">[]
Who founded Archaius?
Archaius was founded by James M. Upson in 2022.
Who are Archaius's investors?
Archaius's investors include Oval Park Capital, OPC.
How much funding has Archaius raised?
Archaius has disclosed $2.1M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Archaius headquartered?
Archaius is headquartered in North Carolina, US.