Defense at the Edge of Innovation | Part I

This episode marks the beginning of a powerful two-part conversation between Dan Magy and Eric DeMarco, CEO of Kratos Defense. As they reflect on over a decade of strategic growth and technological advancement, Eric shares what it takes to build resilient defense systems in a world facing fast-evolving threats. It’s not just about innovation—it’s about anticipating future conflicts and having the courage and clarity to prepare for them today.

Timestamps:
0:00 — Eric DeMarco's Journey and Kratos Defense's Growth
4:05 — Team and Division Structure at Kratos Defense
6:41 — Challenges and Opportunities in the Defense Industry
14:57 — Production and Modularity in Unmanned Systems
19:09 — Emerging Threats and Technological Advancements

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Firestorm Studios brings you The Drone Wars Podcast, a show that explores all facets of autonomous systems - ground, air, and sea - and their transformative impact on various aspects of human life, from agriculture to warfare. We feature interviews with CEOs, founders, and C-suite executives from the world's leading autonomy and robotics companies.