Strategic Partnerships
Collaborative innovation and advanced manufacturing capabilities through strategic industry partnerships. Learn more about our defense UAS platforms andmission-critical solutions.
Vertex Applied Innovation Hub
Partnership Overview
Safesky Systems has established a strategic partnership with Florida Institute of Technology's Vertex Applied Innovation Hub, a state-of-the-art 100,000 ft² facility that serves as our primary R&D and advanced manufacturing center.
This partnership provides access to cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, advanced research infrastructure, and a collaborative environment that accelerates innovation in unmanned aerial systems and defense technology.
Facility Highlights
Manufacturing & Research Capabilities
State-of-the-art equipment and facilities supporting advanced aerospace manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing
- • EOS M290 Metal 3D Printer
- • nScrypt Microdispensing Systems
- • Composite Material Processing
- • Rapid Prototyping Capabilities
Testing & Validation
- • Environmental Testing Chambers
- • Vibration & Shock Testing
- • EMI/EMC Testing Facilities
- • Flight Test Range Access
Advanced Systems
- • VR/AR Visualization Labs
- • High-Performance Computing
- • Digital Twin Development
- • AI/ML Development Infrastructure
R&D & Workforce Development
SAFESKY's R&D and workforce development initiatives represent our commitment to advancing the unmanned systems industry through strategic research partnerships and comprehensive training programs. We collaborate with leading academic institutions, government agencies, and industry partners to drive innovation and develop the next generation of UAS professionals.
Research Programs
Next-generation autonomous navigation systems
Electronic warfare resilience and countermeasures
Swarm intelligence and coordination algorithms
Advanced materials and manufacturing techniques
AI-powered mission planning and execution
Workforce Programs
Technical Training
UAS operation, maintenance, and advanced flight control systems
Engineering Programs
Aerospace engineering internships and software development training
Professional Certification
Industry-recognized credentials and continuous education programs
Business-in-Residence Program
Our Business-in-Residence program offers strategic partners the opportunity to co-locate within the Vertex facility, enabling deep collaboration and accelerated development cycles.
Dedicated workspace and laboratory access
Direct access to SAFESKY engineering teams
Shared use of advanced manufacturing equipment
Collaborative R&D project opportunities
Program Benefits
- ✓ Accelerated product development
- ✓ Reduced time-to-market
- ✓ Cost-effective resource sharing
- ✓ Enhanced innovation capacity
- ✓ Strategic technology transfer
Partner with SAFESKY
Join us in advancing unmanned systems technology through strategic collaboration and innovation.
Contact Partnerships Team