Happy Birthday to Brett Jackson of the 160th Today we’re celebrating Brett Jackson and wishing him a very happy birthday. Brett is someone who truly represents what the 160th is all about—dedication, professionalism, and always showing up when it matters most. Anyone who’s worked with Brett knows he brings a steady presence and a team-first mindset to everything he does. Whether it’s tackling tough challenges or supporting the people around him, he does it with humility and c

Tactical Labs has partnered with the University of Colorado Boulder’s RECUV lab.

Joshua and Brett join forces to launch one of America’s most innovative veteran-led defense startups: Tactical Labs.

As the Department of War (formerly Defense) continues to modernize acquisition strategies and prioritize the right to repair, the era of bloated, monopolized, blanket contracts is giving way to a new model—one built on collaboration, innovation, and accountability. At Tactical Labs, we’re not here to compete—we’re here to enable. Our mission is clear: to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base by providing a resource for cost-effective, high-performance materials and manu

Tactical Labs' CTO in action

Tactical Labs begins our seed funding round after $42M valuation.

At Tactical Labs, innovation begins at the material level. Our Next-Structure (NS) Basalt Fiber technology—developed in partnership with Baylor University—is reshaping what’s possible in defense and aerospace composites. 25% Less Than Carbon Fiber — 10% Total Cost Reduction Our NS Fiber offers a 25% reduction in material cost compared to aerospace-grade carbon fiber, while maintaining outstanding tensile strength, heat tolerance, and chemical resistance. When applied through

Learn how Tactical Labs creates corrosion-resistant materials for maritime.

Ret. LTG John Evans Jr joins Tactical Labs to help make aviation safer. 

Tactical Labs is honored to announce Brett Jackson as our Co-Founding Chief Operating Officer (COO). A decorated Special Operations Commander with over 25 years of distinguished service, Brett brings elite leadership, operational precision, and mission-first execution to our founding executive team. Brett’s distinguished military career includes commanding roles within the U.S. Army’s 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) — the legendary “Night Stalkers.” As a

We’re excited to announce James Locus as Tactical Labs’ new Chief Marketing Officer. With a dynamic career spanning over 15 years in strategic brand development and digital marketing, James brings a bold vision and deep expertise to our leadership team. James will lead Tactical Labs’ global marketing initiatives, driving brand growth, customer engagement, and market expansion. His innovative approach and data-driven mindset will be key in amplifying our mission to deliver cut

Tactical Labs is committed to ensuring our customers have the right to repair equipment without vendor lock-in.

Tactical Labs is proud to announce James LoBuono as our new Chief Financial Officer. With a robust background in corporate finance, strategic planning, and capital management, James brings over 20 years of experience driving fiscal excellence across high-growth technology sectors. James will oversee Tactical Labs’ financial strategy, ensuring operational efficiency, sustainable growth, and long-term value creation. His expertise in financial modeling, risk management, and inv

Tactical Labs is thrilled to announce the appointment of Patrick Jreijiri as our new Chief Technology Officer. With over two decades of experience driving innovation in the tech sector, Patrick brings a visionary mindset and a proven track record of scaling cutting-edge solutions. In his new role, Patrick will lead Tactical Labs’ technology strategy, spearheading advancements in AI, cybersecurity, and next-gen infrastructure. His leadership will be instrumental in acceleratin