Aurelius Systems
San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · Delaware corporation · 5 known investors
Aurelius 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.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDefense TechHardware
Founders & leadership
JM
John MarmadukeNamed on SEC filing
ML
Michael LaFramboiseNamed on SEC filing
Board
PC
Paige CraigBoard director
Investors · 5
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$90M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2025–2026
▶$10MraisedJan 2026 · 15 investors · OtherRule 506(b)
▶$10MraisedJan 2026 · 15 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Paige CraigDirector
- John MarmadukeExecutive Officer, Director
- Michael LaFramboiseExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $10M
- Amount sold
- $10M
- First sale
- Jul 2025
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2024
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Competitors · 3
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In the news
Aurelius Systems Raises $40M To Advance Autonomous Defense Platformventureburn.com · Aug 2026
Counter-Drone Laser Developer Aurelius Raises $40 Million To Expand - Defense Dailydefensedaily.com · Aug 2026
Aurelius Systems Secures $40M Series A to Meet Growing Demand for Counter-Drone Systems | Aurelius Systemsaureliussystems.com · Aug 2026
Aurelius Systems Raises $40 Million Series A to Scale Counter-Drone Defense Platform | citybizcitybiz.co · Aug 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Aurelius Systems do?
- Aurelius 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.
- Who are Aurelius Systems's investors?
- Aurelius Systems's investors include Black Flag, General Catalyst, GoAhead Ventures, Draper Associates, Outlander.
- How much funding has Aurelius Systems raised?
- Aurelius Systems has disclosed $90M raised across 3 rounds.
- Where is Aurelius Systems headquartered?
- Aurelius Systems is headquartered in San Francisco, US.