RTX Ventures

RTX Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of RTX, a global aerospace and defense technology leader. Established to invest in early-stage and growth-stage companies, RTX Ventures strategically supports innovations that align with RTX's core businesses and future technological needs. Its primary mission is to identify and nurture disruptive technologies that can enhance RTX's capabilities across its diverse portfolio, spanning commercial aerospace, defense, and government sectors. The fund acts as a bridge between cutting-edge startups and the extensive resources and market access of a major defense contractor.

The venture arm focuses on a broad spectrum of dual-use technologies, meaning those with both commercial and defense applications. Key investment areas include advanced materials, autonomy, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, future communications, and power and propulsion systems. By targeting these critical sectors, RTX Ventures aims to accelerate the development of solutions that address complex challenges in national security, air travel, and sustainable energy. This strategic alignment ensures that portfolio companies not only receive capital but also gain potential access to RTX's engineering expertise, supply chain, and customer base.

RTX Ventures typically deploys initial checks ranging from $1 million to $15 million, often participating in Series A and B rounds, but also considering seed and later-stage opportunities. Since its launch in 2022, the firm has actively built a portfolio of companies poised to revolutionize their respective fields. Beyond capital, RTX Ventures provides strategic guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for collaboration with RTX's business units, fostering a symbiotic relationship designed to accelerate growth and market penetration for its portfolio companies. This hands-on approach aims to integrate innovative solutions into real-world applications more rapidly.

As a strategic investor, RTX Ventures plays a crucial role in the broader aerospace and defense innovation ecosystem. It helps RTX stay at the forefront of technological advancements while simultaneously empowering promising startups. The fund's commitment to fostering innovation in critical technology areas underscores RTX's long-term vision for a more connected, secure, and sustainable future.