Defense Electronics M&A Transactions - March 2026

Download and read the March 2026 issue of the Defense Electronics Monthly, covering the latest M&A deal news and valuation trends in the defense electronics sector, including activity in segments such as C4ISR and electronic warfare, rugged electronics, RF & microwave, embedded computing, interconnects, microelectronics & semiconductor and test & measurement. Sign up for the Defense Electronics Monthly distribution list to stay up-to-date on the headline acquisitions impacting your market and the current dynamics of the publicly traded strategic companies within the industry.

Key Defense Electronics Deals Announced

Target	Buyer	Description
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		Target: Long Beach, CA-based Mavrik is a developer of Group 1 and Group 3 unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for private sector and U.S. federal government markets. The company specializes in heavy-lift quadcopter logistics drones, high-speed autonomous interceptor UAS, modular payload transport platforms, and networked aerial systems for defense logistics, counter-UAS, disaster response, and distributed field operations. Buyer: Rumford, RI-based HavocAI develops artificial intelligence and autonomy software supporting unmanned systems and defense mission applications. The company focuses on decision support, swarm coordination, and autonomous operations technologies for contested environments. Terms: Transaction announced on March 11, 2026. Terms not disclosed.
		Target: San Luis Obispo, CA-based ESAero is a developer of electric and hybrid propulsion-powered unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced air mobility (AAM) platforms for private sector and U.S. federal government aerospace, defense, and space exploration markets. The company specializes in conceptual air vehicle designs, electric and hybrid propulsion system development and qualification, and aircraft modifications. Buyer: Arlington, VA-based AeroVironment designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft systems, loitering munitions, and tactical missile systems for defense customers. The company provides integrated ISR and strike capabilities supported by advanced electronics and autonomy technologies. Terms: Transaction announced on March 16, 2026. Purchase price was $200M, consisting of $160M in stock and the remainder in cash.
		Target: Englewood, CO-based E-Max is a provider of control and monitoring solutions for electrical substation equipment in private sector and U.S. federal government markets. The company specializes in trip indication relays, digital fault recorders, and battery monitors. Buyer: Weymouth, MA-based Electro Switch manufactures ruggedized rotary switches, pushbutton switches, and control panels for aerospace and defense applications. The company supports avionics and military electronics systems requiring high-reliability electromechanical interfaces. Terms: Transaction announced on March 20, 2026. Terms not disclosed.