Drone Manufacturing in Michigan: Scaling the Future of Flight with Kinetyc
From Automotive Roots to Drone Innovation
Drone manufacturing in Michigan marks the next step in a legacy of innovation. From Ford’s first assembly line to today’s robotic floors, Michigan has built the machines that move the world—and it’s still driving that momentum today.
At Kinetyc, momentum is in our DNA — in our name, our approach, and our mission to build systems that adapt and scale with precision and balance. Based in Wixom, Michigan, we stand in the heart of the state’s automotive legacy. Today, we are at the center of its next chapter: helping the drone industry soar.
And the timing couldn’t be better. According to The Detroit News, the drone market could reach $57 billion by 2030, creating more than 100,000 drone-related jobs in industries including construction, real estate, and agriculture. Michigan is making its case to be a hub in this fast-growing sector — and Kinetyc is already helping make it happen.
Ondas and American Robotics Choose Kinetyc to Scale Drone Production in Michigan
One of the strongest signals of Michigan’s momentum comes from Ondas Holdings and its subsidiary American Robotics, a leader in fully autonomous “drone-in-a-box” platforms. As demand for their Optimus System and other products accelerates, they needed a U.S.-based partner. One that could scale reliably and adapt to growth.
They chose Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) and Kinetyc. Together, we’re producing autonomous drone platforms — leveraging decades of production expertise to deliver reliable, repeatable quality at scale.
This isn’t just a headline. It’s proof that Kinetyc can help next-generation drone companies move from prototypes and small runs to stable, high-volume production.
Why Adaptive Manufacturing Matters for Drone Manufacturers
Timothy Tenne, CEO of American Robotics, told The Detroit News:
“Now that we’re seeing adoptability and increase in demand with customers and clients, we need to scale and we were looking for contract manufacturing partners that have the experience to be able to grow with us and grow with our technology.”
These are the same challenges facing drone innovators everywhere:
- Scaling from lab to market requires partners who can handle complexity and growth.
- Winning the high-growth race depends on speed to market.
- Keeping supply chains secure means choosing U.S.-based production.
At Kinetyc, that’s exactly where we come in. Our role is to provide scalable, adaptive manufacturing that grows with you. Whether you’re producing your first hundred units or expanding to thousands, we meet your pace.
As Chip Rembert, Jr., Sales Director at Kinetyc, explains:
“Michigan has always been a proving ground for manufacturing breakthroughs. At Kinetyc, we’re extending that legacy into the drone economy — giving innovators the confidence to scale from first builds to full production with systems built to grow alongside advancing technology.”
An Invitation to Drone Innovators
The drone economy in Michigan is just getting started — and the opportunity is wide open. Companies like Ondas have already established a footprint here. The state is also investing heavily in talent, training, and infrastructure to support growth.
If you’re developing drone technology and looking for a manufacturing partner in the heart of the action — one built to help you scale — Kinetyc is ready.
Let’s Build What’s Next
Kinetyc specializes in scalable, adaptive manufacturing for companies ready to ramp up (or wind down) production. No matter where you are in your build journey, Kinetyc meets your pace.
In mobility, defense, or emerging technologies like drones, we provide the capacity and expertise. Our role is to help programs grow with confidence.
Ready to scale your drone manufacturing in Michigan? Let’s build what’s next — together.
www.kinetyc.com
Source: Market projections and leadership perspectives cited from Candice Williams, The Detroit News.
