Aurora Flight Sciences

Happy National STEM Day! Today we are excited to welcome students to our Virginia facility, where these future innovators are getting an inside look at the world of aerospace. Throughout the day, these young minds will have the opportunity to tour our facility, meet with engineers, get hands-on drone flying lessons, and explore how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are shaping the future of flight. #STEM #aerospace #NationalSTEMDay

"The sense of camaraderie at Aurora is incredible. We're driven by a shared commitment to advance the future of flight, and everyone is genuinely excited about our work and supportive of one another, whether we're troubleshooting a design or celebrating a flight milestone," said Anthony Prete, a structures design engineer at Aurora. "This sense of community extends outside of the office through things like our employee-led drone team and informal get-togethers that allow us to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other in new ways." Tony has been with Aurora for 8 years and has held a variety of engineering roles in aircraft testing, structures design, and manufacturing support. Tony received his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from University of Maryland and has completed several professional certifications through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Tony is also a founding member of the employee-led drone team at our Virginia facility. The team combines engineering expertise with fun, allowing employees to enhance their drone-flying skills and test custom modifications. The team also shares their passion with the community, hosting events where local students learn the fundamentals of flight and get hands-on experience flying drones. #culture #aerospace #engineering

#DYK Our twin-engine Theseus robotic aircraft flew for the first time on May 24, 1996. The aircraft was a larger, more powerful derivative of Perseus B designed to carry a heavy payload of scientific equipment into the upper stratosphere for NASA. Theseus was the first Aurora aircraft with a fully composite fuselage. Learn more about our history here: https://lnkd.in/eAZkCxE9 #innovation #flight #autonomy

#ICYMI Aurora is designing a 213-ft wingspan X-plane for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Liberty Lifter program. https://lnkd.in/e2RZP4Tt Operating in ground effect close to the surface of the ocean extends the concept’s unrefueled range and provides fast, heavy-lift capability from the sea.

This year, we're celebrating 35 year of advancing the future of flight. From our beginnings in a small Virginia facility to becoming a leader in next-generation flight technologies, our journey has been defined by a commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering cutting-edge solutions. See some of the key moments that have shaped our legacy - from pioneering unmanned aerial systems to shaping the future of advanced air mobility: https://lnkd.in/es6ybGWA #aerospace #flight #innovation

Today we're proud to highlight the employee-led drone team based at our headquarters in Manassas, Virginia. This talented group of enthusiasts is made up of both novice and seasoned drone pilots, all coming together to sharpen their skills flying first person view (FPV) quadrotors in a fun and supportive environment. Whether it's learning the basics or mastering advanced maneuvers, this team exemplifies the collaborative spirit that drives innovation at Aurora. By honing their own skills, the team also plays a crucial role in our outreach efforts, engaging with students and inspiring the next generation of engineers. Learn more from team members Christopher Gee and Anthony Prete here: https://lnkd.in/eTUBZ_84 Thank you to our dedicated drone team for their commitment to innovation, teamwork, and education. #drone #engineering #innovation #outreach

This month, employees celebrated #HispanicHeritageMonth with lunch and learn sessions, volunteer events, and a weekend hike in Virginia. Thanks to our chapter of the Boeing Familia Employee Resource Group for planning these events, and to everyone who joined in on the fun! We had a great time connecting with colleagues and celebrating the impact and cultures of the Hispanic community. #culture #diversity #HHM

Stop by booth 6027 at the Association of the United States Army - AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition this week to check out this 3D hologram of our SKIRON-X UAS. SKIRON-X is a Group 2 tactical uncrewed aircraft system ideal for airborne ISR missions. Equipped with a state-of-the-art EO/IR camera, SKIRON-X provides a flexible, reliable solution for both military and commercial applications. https://lnkd.in/eQFzWXye #autonomy #flight #ISR #AUSA #AUSA2024

Discover the latest advancements in cutting-edge technology and innovation at Aurora. From human-machine teaming to advanced autonomous systems, our teams are shaping the future of flight. https://lnkd.in/dSwpAbya #autonomy #flight #aerospace #innovation

Check out this news story and newly released renderings for a view of the HSVTOL X-plane we’re developing today and a vision of how these technologies could be applied to larger aircraft in the future. https://lnkd.in/ec64Zdzy The high-speed, vertical take-off and landing (HSVTOL) X-plane is part of a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) program called SPRINT. Aurora’s concept uses fan-in-wing technology to provide fast, runway-independent mobility. “The SPRINT program offers the opportunity to deliver a game-changing capability to the warfighter,” said Michael Caimona, president and CEO of Aurora Flight Sciences. “High-speed, stealth, runway-independent transport could help keep warfighters safe and effective in contested environments, so no domain is out of reach.”