Mach CEO Ethan Thornton Discusses Defense Tech Innovations

Mach CEO Ethan Thornton Discusses Defense Tech Innovations
Ethan Thornton, CEO of Mach, revealed his journey from building weapons systems in high school to leading a defense tech company that recently secured a contract with the U.S. military. During an interview at the StrictlyVC 2025 event in San Francisco, he shared insights on Mach's plans to establish cross-functional factories and its strategy to compete against China. Thornton's early experiences in weapon development have shaped his vision for the company, emphasizing innovation in defense technology.