Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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San Mateo, California
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Since 2014
Skydio is a U.S. drone manufacturer headquartered in San Mateo, California, founded in 2014. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. The company is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, construction, military-defense, plumbing-hardware, and industrial-equipment industries. Its products include autonomous drone platforms, and in April 2026 it announced a $3.5 billion commitment to expand U.S. drone manufacturing.
Skydio at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
2014
Headquarters
San Mateo, California
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
Import activity
165
Industries
Automotive
Electronics
Construction
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
165
Named foreign suppliers
37
Top origins
Vietnam · Hong Kong S.A.R. · China · Taiwan
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Skydio.
What this tells a buyer
Skydio announced a $1.2 billion investment from Axon on November 5, 2026, to support its work on drones for first responders.
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ITAR registration, and its web listings include LED, assembly, sub-assembly, and sensor products.
Skydio has facilities in Hayward and Redwood City, California, and in May 2026 the U.S. Air Force expanded its X10D explosive ordnance disposal program with the company.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
12 years in operation (founded 2014).
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Skydio is a U.S. drone manufacturer headquartered in San Mateo, California, founded in 2014. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. The company is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, construction, military-defense, plumbing-hardware, and industrial-equipment industries. Its products include autonomous drone platforms, and in April 2026 it announced a $3.5 billion commitment to expand U.S. drone manufacturing.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2014 |
Headquarters | San Mateo, California |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered |
What Skydio makes
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ITAR registration, and its web listings include LED, assembly, sub-assembly, and sensor products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Assembly, Sub-Assembly, Sensor (source: skydio.com).
Certifications
Skydio is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — skydio.com
IATF 16949 — manuals.plus
ISO 13485 — manuals.plus
ISO 14001 — skydio.com
ISO 9001 — manuals.plus
ITAR registered — manuals.plus
Trade and customs footprint
Skydio announced a $1.2 billion investment from Axon on November 5, 2026, to support its work on drones for first responders. US customs bill-of-lading records list 165 inbound shipments across 37 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Vietnam · Hong Kong S.A.R. · China · Taiwan.
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — Axon Invests $1.2 Billion in Skydio to Build the Future of Drone as First Responder - Nov 5, 2026 (axon.com)
2026-05-14 — U.S. Air Force Expands X10D EOD Program | Skydio (skydio.com)
2026-04-24 — Skydio Commits $3.5 Billion to Expand U.S. Drone Manufacturing | Skydio (skydio.com)
2026-04-23 — Strong Business, Bigger Mission, New Capital | Skydio (skydio.com)
2026-04-08 — U.S. Air Forces Central selects Skydio Dock to secure U.S. airbases in the Middle East | Skydio (skydio.com)
2026-03-22 — U.S. Army Places $52+ Million Order for Skydio X10D, the Largest Single-Vendor Tactical sUAS Order in Army History | Skydio (skydio.com)
Facilities
Skydio is headquartered in San Mateo, California. Public sources also reference these locations:
Hayward, California — skydio.com
Redwood City, CA — skydio.com
Company details
Skydio has facilities in Hayward and Redwood City, California, and in May 2026 the U.S. Air Force expanded its X10D explosive ordnance disposal program with the company. Skydio was founded in 2014, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in San Mateo, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 12 years in operation (founded 2014). Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Skydio make?
Skydio is a U.S. drone manufacturer headquartered in San Mateo, California, founded in 2014. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. The company is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, construction, military-defense, plumbing-hardware, and industrial-equipment industries. Its products include autonomous drone platforms, and in April 2026 it announced a $3.5 billion commitment to expand U.S. drone manufacturing.
Where is Skydio headquartered?
Skydio is headquartered in San Mateo, California (3000 Clearview Way, San Mateo, California, 94402).
When was Skydio founded?
Skydio was founded in 2014.
How big is Skydio?
Skydio has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Skydio hold?
Skydio lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Skydio import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 165 inbound shipments for Skydio, with top origins including Vietnam · Hong Kong S.A.R. · China · Taiwan.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 855-463-5902
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
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