Picogrid
Defense data and sensor mesh platform integrating disparate ISR feeds for the DoD and allied militaries
Defense & Space
📍 El Segundo, CA
Founded 2020
Current Valuation
$500M
as of 2025-Q2
PRIVATE
Picogrid integrates data from heterogeneous defense sensors — drones, radars, satellite feeds, unattended ground sensors — into a unified operational picture for military commanders. Customers include the US Army, US Navy, US Marines, and allied militaries. Sequoia-led $50M Series B in May 2025 at a $500M valuation. Was in contention for a €300M Bundeswehr (German MoD) contract late 2025.
Company Profile
Growth
Strong (DoD contract revenue)
Last Round
Series B — $50M (May 2025) · Lead: Sequoia Capital
IPO Status
no imminent plans
Founders & Key People
Carson BrownMike McCoy
Investors
Sequoia Capital · NATO Innovation Fund · Initialized Capital · Starburst Ventures · 8VC
Products
- Picogrid Platform (sensor and ISR data integration)
- Edge gateways for unattended sensors
Competitors
Anduril Lattice · Palantir Gotham · Shield AI (different segment) · CesiumAstro
DefenseData MeshISRSequoia Backed
Private-company numbers are not real-time. Reflects publicly disclosed valuations from press releases, news reports, and tender offers as of 2025-Q2. Refreshed quarterly.