DRS RADA Technologies

Tactical Radar and Avionics Systems

Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Acquired by Leonardo DRS
Acquired Israel Founded 1970
Last updated 2026-06-18
Total raised
$35.3M
Last: 2020-03
Stage
Acquired
Founded
1970
Headcount
500+
HQ
Israel
Sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS

About

DRS RADA is a global defense technology company focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems. The company is a leader in mini tactical radars, serving attractive, high-growth markets such as active military protection, counter-UAS, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

DRS RADA offers advanced pulse-Doppler, multi-mission, and AESA radar systems for tactical applications. These software-defined radar systems are designed to achieve hemispheric spatial coverage in a cost-effective way.

The company's intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions are based on fiber-optic gyros and micro-electromechanical sensors, which provide cost-effective solutions for aerial and land tactical vehicles.

RADA also develops airborne video and data recorders, offering a wide range of solid-state digital recorders, cameras, and debriefing systems and complete avionic upgrade suites for combat and ISR aircraft.

Funding history · 2 rounds · $35.3M total

Q&A

What is DRS RADA Technologies' primary focus?
DRS RADA Technologies is a global defense technology company specializing in proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems, particularly mini tactical radars for military protection, counter-UAS, critical infrastructure, and border surveillance.
When was DRS RADA Technologies acquired and by whom?
DRS RADA Technologies was acquired by Leonardo DRS in November 2022.
What is the employee count for DRS RADA Technologies?
DRS RADA Technologies has 500+ employees.
What types of radar systems does DRS RADA Technologies offer?
DRS RADA Technologies offers advanced pulse-Doppler, multi-mission, and AESA radar systems designed for tactical applications, providing hemispheric spatial coverage.
What kind of ISR solutions does DRS RADA Technologies provide?
DRS RADA Technologies' intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions are based on fiber-optic gyros and micro-electromechanical sensors, suitable for aerial and land tactical vehicles.
What is the company's total funding raised?
DRS RADA Technologies has raised a total of $35.3 million across its funding rounds.
When was DRS RADA Technologies founded?
DRS RADA Technologies was founded in December 1970.
Where is DRS RADA Technologies headquartered?
DRS RADA Technologies is headquartered in Netanya, Israel.

Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Sub-sectors
Aerospace, Defense & HLSDefense & HLS SolutionsDefense Electronics
Technologies
Machinery & RoboticsDronesSensingRadar
Target customers
Defense, Safety & SecurityNational SecurityMilitarySecurityHomeland Security
Business model
B2GB2B

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aviationnavigationaerospacesensorsunmanned-aerial-vehiclesurveillancedefensehomeland-securitymarinemilitarymanufacturingsoftware-applicationsanti-dronesarmor
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