Wahid Nawabi

Wahid Nawabi, CEO of AeroVironment, shares insights on how his drone and robotic systems are transforming modern warfare. He discusses a game-changing merger with BlueHalo that expands their capabilities across multiple domains. The episode highlights their rapid 18-month product cycles, a record $764M backlog, and a unique in-house design strategy that lowers costs while enhancing performance. Nawabi also explores the integration of AI in military applications and the burgeoning opportunities in the defense technology market.