Top Aerospace Startups in Vaud 2026

Neural Concept develops AI-powered software for product design and simulation, helping engineers handle complex computational workflows across industries from autonomous vehicles to drones. The company raised $100 million in Series C funding led by Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives in late 2025, demonstrating strong investor confidence in its engineering platform.

Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

Ligentec manufactures photonic integrated circuits for LiDAR, datacom, quantum computing, and space communications applications. Founded in 2016, the company received 48 million EUR in EU-funded industrial silicon photonics project support and holds ESA BIC alumni status.

Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

PAVE Space develops in-space logistics and propulsion systems for orbital operations, having launched in 2024. The company secured a $40 million seed round led by Visionaries Club and Creandum, and recently ranked third in the Top100 Swiss Startup Award 2026.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

Involi provides real-time air traffic surveillance and receiver networks for drone operations and airspace management. The company has multiple partnership announcements with industry players and introduced its VistaTrack service in 2025 as an ESA BIC alumni participant.

Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

EH Group Engineering develops compact hydrogen fuel cell stacks and systems for marine, aviation, and stationary power applications. Founded in 2017 in Nyon, the company has raised over $32 million from investors including Safran Group, HyAccelerator, and Google Accelerator, with recent news of a joint development agreement with Advent Technologies.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

Flybotix manufactures inspection drones for confined spaces with extended flight times and AI analytics, targeting both planetary missions and industrial applications. Founded in 2019, the company secured approximately $10 million in Series A extension funding in September 2025 from a technology-focused family office.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

CompPair Technologies develops self-healing composite materials and repair technology for aerospace and mobility applications. Founded in 2020, the company raised 6.2 million EUR in its latest funding round led by existing shareholders and Zurcher Kantonalbank in February 2026.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

CYSEC provides cybersecurity solutions for satellite systems and confidential computing applications. The company earned a 100,000 EUR award from the European Union Agency for Space Programme in the CASSINI Challenges competition in January 2026 as an ESA BIC alumni company.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

Coactum develops satellite positioning and movement solutions for Earth orbit operations, enabling in-space transportation to high orbits and beyond. The company received ESA Boost program co-funding for propellant storage system development and holds ESA BIC alumni status.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

EM Path offers RF testing solutions for antenna and phased array characterization without anechoic chambers, accelerating satellite antenna development. The company joined the ESA BIC Switzerland program in January 2026 and holds ESA BIC current participant status.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

Clearspace operates an in-orbit servicing business focused on satellite inspection, life extension, and debris removal missions. Founded in 2018 and based in Renens, the company signed an ESA contract in January 2026 to advance its Phoenix GEO life-extension mission.

Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

MinWave Technologies creates compact microwave devices for satellite communication systems through metamaterial and subwavelength engineering, making components 10 times smaller and lighter. The company received Venture Kick Stage 3 and Foundation for Technological Innovation support while holding ESA BIC alumni status.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

CFS Engineering provides computational fluids and structures engineering services for aerospace applications. The company has received 5 million EUR in EU research grant funding and participated in EU-funded projects including CFD4SALTO for reusable launch vehicles.

Sources: EU CORDIS research projects

Rigi Technologies develops VTOL drone delivery systems with cloud-based logistics management, connecting hospitals, warehouses, and businesses via long-range drone operations. Founded with ESA BIC alumni status, the company raised 12 million USD in Series A funding in January 2023 and recently announced partnerships with major aerospace firms.

Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC