Joby Aviation to Acquire Resonant Sciences to Build Dedicated Defense Business
August 11, 2026
Joby Aviation entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Resonant Sciences, a Dayton, Ohio-based defense technology company, for approximately $500 million. Upon closing (expected in the first half of 2027), Resonant will become Joby’s dedicated defense business and continue operating under the Resonant Sciences name while expanding its portfolio with Joby’s autonomy and aircraft technologies.
- Buyers
- Joby Aviation, Inc.
- Targets
- Resonant Sciences
- Sellers
- Cerberus Capital Management (certain funds and accounts)
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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