Aerovel (an Airbus company)
Airbus-owned maker of the Flexrotor small tactical unmanned aerial system for maritime and land-based operations, formerly Aerovel.
Overview
Aerovel, acquired by Airbus in 2024 and now part of Airbus Helicopters, designs and manufactures the Flexrotor in Bingen, Washington. The Flexrotor is a small tactical UAS that transitions between vertical and horizontal flight without a runway. Built for persistent maritime surveillance and reconnaissance, it operates from ship decks and austere land sites, serving military and government customers with long-endurance ISR capabilities.
AI Outlook
Adopting
The Flexrotor UAS integrates autonomous flight control and navigation systems for persistent ISR missions.
Student Hiring
Internship ProgramEntry-Level FriendlyClearance Required