Quantum Systems' Vector UAS added to U.S. DOD's Blue UAS List

Quantum Systems, a leader in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aerial intelligence solutions, announced its mid-range eVTOL small uncrewed aerial system (sUAS), Vector, has been added to the U.S. Department of Defense's Blue UAS List.

The Blue UAS List, managed by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), recognizes UAS platforms meeting the U.S. government's most rigorous standards for cybersecurity, supply chain integrity, and operational performance. Vector's inclusion affirms its field-proven reliability, strategic relevance, and combat credibility while enabling defense and federal agencies to acquire and deploy the system without additional approvals. This streamlines procurement, shortens fielding timelines, and ensures frontline units receive access to trusted aerial intelligence faster and with fewer barriers.

“This designation reflects much more than compliance,” says Dave Sharpin, CEO of Quantum-Systems Inc. “It validates the performance Vector is already delivering in the hands of U.S. and allied forces. Blue UAS approval accelerates our customers' ability to field capability faster with full confidence in its security, resilience, and tactical relevance. For today's warfighter, speed and trust matter. This clears the path for both.”

Already deployed by multiple U.S. government users and allied forces, Vector delivers AI-enabled, real-time ISR across dynamic and contested environments. Its modular payload architecture, edge-processing capabilities, and secure communications make it ideal for expeditionary ISR and coalition operations.

To meet growing U.S. demand and provide long-term sustainment, Quantum Systems opened a new 135,000ft² facility in June in Moorpark, California that serves as the company's primary U.S. integration, production, and support hub. The site expands domestic capacity for delivery, training, and lifecycle support of Vector and Quantum Systems' broader UAS portfolio, supporting global operations from U.S. soil.