Nearly 150 companies are vying for a spot in the Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program, a top official says.

“Find the right partners,” said Gen. Grynkewich, “and get up there and do some real-world testing.”

The company’s head of defense business talks shifting strategies, navigating policy changes, and how the company is reintroducing itself.

The company wants to make waves in the surface and undersea drone markets amongst startup competitors.