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Epirus

Epirus is a U.S.-based technology company focused on developing advanced directed energy systems, particularly high-power microwave (HPM) solutions, for defense and critical infrastructure protection. The company’s mission centers on leveraging solid-state electronics, artificial intelligence, and innovative engineering to address emerging threats, such as drones and electronic warfare, and to protect critical assets in an increasingly complex security landscape. Epirus is best known for its flagship product, Leonidas™, a software-defined, high-energy HPM platform designed for rapid, scalable deployment and adaptable to a variety of operational environments .

Leadership

Epirus was co-founded by Ken Bedingfield, Leigh Madden, and Bo Marr.

Ken Bedingfield serves as CEO. He previously held executive roles at Northrop Grumman, including Chief Financial Officer, and brings extensive experience in aerospace, defense, and financial management.
Leigh Madden is Chief Strategy Officer and co-founder. He has a background in defense technology, having held leadership positions at companies such as Microsoft and Raytheon.
Bo Marr is Chief Technology Officer and co-founder. He is an expert in RF engineering, high-power microwave systems, and holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. Marr has a track record of innovation in advanced electronics and defense technologies.

Core Technologies

Epirus specializes in the development of solid-state, long-pulse high-power microwave systems that utilize advanced electronics and artificial intelligence. The company’s core technology, Leonidas™, is a software-defined HPM platform capable of neutralizing a wide range of electronic threats, including swarms of drones and other unmanned systems. Key features include:

Solid-state, software-defined architecture for rapid upgrades and adaptability
AI-driven targeting and threat assessment
Scalable power output for various mission requirements
Integration with existing defense platforms and command systems

Epirus also invests in intelligent power management and advanced electronic warfare capabilities, positioning itself at the forefront of next-generation directed energy solutions .

Key Capabilities

Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) and drone swarm defense
Electronic warfare and asset protection
Rapid deployment and hyperscalable production of HPM systems
AI-enabled threat detection and engagement
Modular and mobile system design for flexible operational use .

Investors

Epirus is a privately held company. As of March 2025, it closed a $250 million Series D funding round to expand production of its Leonidas platform. Notable investors include:

T. Rowe Price
8VC
Bedrock Capital
General Catalyst
L3Harris Technologies

The Series D round reportedly values the company at over $1.5 billion, reflecting strong investor confidence in its technology and market potential.

Notable Clients

Epirus’s solutions are deployed with several U.S. government agencies and defense partners. Notable clients and partners include:

U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
U.S. Army
U.S. Air Force

Epirus has announced contracts and pilot deployments with these organizations, focusing on counter-drone operations and critical asset protection .

Competitors

Company Name	Description
Anduril Industries	Develops autonomous defense systems and advanced sensor platforms, including counter-UAS technology.
Raytheon Technologies	Major defense contractor with a portfolio of directed energy and electronic warfare systems.
Northrop Grumman	Offers directed energy and counter-drone solutions for military and security applications.
Lockheed Martin	Invests in high-energy laser and microwave weapon systems for defense markets.
DroneShield	Specializes in counter-drone detection and mitigation technologies, including RF and electronic warfare solutions.

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