About Adam Bry
Adam Bry is the Co-founder and CEO of Skydio, a leading US drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight technology. With a background in computer science and robotics from MIT and experience at Google's Project Wing, he is focused on building flying robots that serve as critical infrastructure for civilization. He also advises the FAA on regulatory frameworks for the future of aviation.
Career
Co-founder & CEO
Building flying robots that give the critical industries our civilization depends on superpowers.
Advanced Aviation Advisory Committee (AAAC) Member
Selected by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to advise FAA leadership on the regulatory frameworks that pave the way for American leadership in the next century of aviation.
Software Engineer, Project Wing Google[x]
Controls, state estimation, algorithm design and implementation. Aerodynamic analysis.
Grad Student - CSAIL
Developed fixed-wing UAV system capable of flying at high speeds through obstacles using only onboard sensors.

Robotics Engineer
Conceived, designed, and implemented planning, state estimation, and control algorithms for a robotic tractor. Work culminated in a fully autonomous system capable of performing arbitrary missions in an orchard.
Intern
Statistically analyzed flight test data to determine effectiveness of path planning and control algorithms for viewing targets. Built prototype UAVs and served as test pilot during autopilot tuning.
Education
Master's Degree
Master's Degree - Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Skills
Core technical and professional competencies derived from a career in robotics, computer vision, and autonomous systems.
Robotics
Computer Vision
Algorithms
Flight Control Systems
SLAM
Sensors
Aerodynamics
Strategic Planning
Team Leadership
Business Development
Product Vision
Regulatory Affairs (FAA)
Venture Capital Funding
C++
Python
Linux
Software Engineering
Systems Engineering
Programming
Domains
Autonomous Flight, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Robotics, Computer Vision
Aerospace & Defense, Government Advisory (FAA), AI/ML, Infrastructure Technology
Tags
Visionary, Entrepreneurial, Technical Leader, Mission-Driven, Innovative
Autonomous Systems, American Manufacturing, Critical Infrastructure, Aviation Future
Frequently Asked Questions
A factual summary of Adam Bry's roles as Co-founder and CEO of Skydio, his technical background from MIT and Google, and his advisory role with the FAA.
What is Adam Bry's current role at Skydio?
When did Adam Bry co-found Skydio?
Adam Bry co-founded Skydio in February 2014 and has served as its CEO since the company's inception.
Does Adam Bry advise the Federal Aviation Administration?
Yes, he advises the FAA on regulatory frameworks for the future of aviation, a role he has held since January 2021.
Where did Adam Bry work before Skydio?
Before Skydio, he worked at Google on Project Wing from September 2012 to February 2014.
What is Adam Bry's background from MIT?
He studied computer science and robotics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) from September 2009 to August 2012.


