Opto-Knowledge Systems
OKSI is a privately held small business headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in developing and fielding custom sensors, AI/ML, EO/IR, and deep reinforced learning technologies. They specialize in rapid and collaborative development of cutting-edge, high-risk, high-reward technologies for defense, aerospace, and environmental sensing applications. Their solutions analyze, identify, and communicate actionable insights for critical decision-making, focusing on autonomy, precision guidance, and GPS-denied navigation. OKSI has a strong track record, evidenced by over 400 government contracts awarded and recent news highlighting their work with the US Army and USSOCOM on advanced sensing and guidance systems.
Opto-Knowledge Systems
OKSI is a privately held small business headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with over 30 years of experience in developing and fielding custom sensors, AI/ML, EO/IR, and deep reinforced learning technologies. They specialize in rapid and collaborative development of cutting-edge, high-risk, high-reward technologies for defense, aerospace, and environmental sensing applications. Their solutions analyze, identify, and communicate actionable insights for critical decision-making, focusing on autonomy, precision guidance, and GPS-denied navigation. OKSI has a strong track record, evidenced by over 400 government contracts awarded and recent news highlighting their work with the US Army and USSOCOM on advanced sensing and guidance systems.
TL;DR
Founded: 1991
Headquarters: Torrance (Los Angeles area), California
Focus: EO/IR sensors, AI/ML, autonomy, precision guidance, GPS‑denied navigation
Customers / Contracts: Extensive government contracting (400+ government contracts referenced)
Funding type: Grant-based funding (including U.S. Department of Energy)
Company Overview
Problem Domain
Sensing, autonomy, and guidance for defense, aerospace, and environmental monitoring where robust perception and GPS‑denied operation are required.
Founded
1991
Industry
Defense / Aerospace / Environmental Sensing
Tech Stack
Funding Track Record
210000.00
Funding event categorized as a grant; Crunchbase lists US Department of Energy as lead funder.
Investor Signal
“Grant-based funding with government agencies (including U.S. Department of Energy)”