About SecureFoundry
OUR STORY
Revolutionizing Semiconductor Manufacturing
At SecureFoundry, we are redefining semiconductor manufacturing by delivering flexible, cost-effective and premium chip production while addressing critical gaps in the U.S. microelectronics supply chain. We aim to empower innovation, bolster national security and drive U.S. technological leadership through our cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, secure domestic operations and exclusive technology offerings.
Our breakthrough Hyper-Beam Array (HBA) lithography system is at the core of our revolution. This maskless patterning system enables precise fabrication of wafers from 100mm to 300mm, eliminating the need for costly photomasks and reducing lead times. Unlike traditional methods, HBA lithography supports flexible-volume production, making it ideal for small-batch prototypes, legacy chips and advanced designs at significantly lower costs. This innovation democratizes access to high-quality chip manufacturing, empowering startups, defense contractors and innovators.
We Operate From A Secure, U.S.-Based Facility
Mitigates supply chain risks and protects IP
ITAR Compliant
NIST 800-171 Standard Compliant
Mitigates supply chain risks and protects IP
ITAR Compliant
NIST 800-171 Standard Compliant
HBA Lithography System Sales
We proudly offer our HBA lithography tool for sale to a curated clientele. This exclusive opportunity allows select partners — such as research institutions, defense contractors and innovative enterprises — to integrate our revolutionary lithography technology into your facilities. Each sale is tailored to your needs, with comprehensive training, technical support and integration assistance to ensure seamless adoption and manufacturing ramp. This selective approach ensures our technology empowers trusted partners who share our commitment to advancing U.S. technological leadership.
Specialized Services
- Designed to support you from concept to market, streamlining complex projects
- Reverse engineering of obsolete chips
- Technical data investigations to uncover or recreate design specs
SecureFoundry is more than a manufacturer; we are a catalyst for innovation. Our HBA lithography, available as a service or a tool for select clients, fosters a new era of self-sufficient, cutting-edge chip production. Join us in revolutionizing microelectronics and strengthening U.S. technology leadership.
Mission:
To democratize semiconductor manufacturing by enabling secure, maskless and on-demand chip production — accessible to small businesses, innovators and industries around the world.
Our Values
At SecureFoundry, our core values guide every decision, partnership and innovation. They reflect our commitment to revolutionizing semiconductor manufacturing while serving the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), other U.S. government agencies, and commercial clients. These values underpin our mission to strengthen the U.S. microelectronics supply chain and foster technological leadership.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of trust and transparency in all operations to ensure the protection of your sensitive intellectual property and technical data and build lasting trust.
Innovation
We are driven by a passion for pushing boundaries with flexible tools and services that foster breakthroughs that redefine what’s possible in microelectronics.
Security
We prioritize national and commercial security by keeping production onshore and individualizing dies for traceability to ensure authenticity.
Excellence
We strive for unparalleled quality in every facet of our work with reliable, high-performance solutions aligned with DOD standards (e.g., IPC-A-610 Class 3, MIL-STD-883).
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnership, exemplified by our online platform that integrates project management, supplier profiles and production workflows, enabling seamless cooperation.
Resilience
SecureFoundry is dedicated to building a robust, self-sufficient microelectronics industry that ensures continuity for defense and civilian applications.
These values shape SecureFoundry’s identity as a trusted partner, driving our commitment to deliver cutting-edge semiconductor solutions while upholding security and excellence. Whether supporting national defense, accelerating AI and quantum computing innovation, or enabling commercial success, we are united by a vision to strengthen U.S. technological leadership.
Our History
SecureFoundry founded by Lex Keen, Technical Director at U.S. Cyber Command.
Keen’s mission was to secure America’s technological sovereignty by transforming academic innovations into deployable defense solutions, ensuring a robust, independent U.S. defense infrastructure.
SecureFoundry’s initial focus was on commercializing university-developed IP for the DOD, licensing cutting-edge technologies to address defense capability gaps.
SecureFoundry started to pursue domestic manufacturing to create a resilient supply chain free from foreign interference.
The Pentagon presented SecureFoundry with a strategic opportunity to acquire Dutch company, Mapper’s, maskless multi-electron-beam (e-beam) direct write (MEBDW) lithography system.
Through collaboration with the Dutch government, The Hague, and the U.S., SecureFoundry secured and domesticated MEBDW technology in the U.S.
Northrop Grumman opened its advanced technology fab to support the installation and development of the system. SecureFoundry launched an intensive development campaign, partnering with leading R&D firms and building a skilled U.S. workforce.
SecureFoundry formally launched its Hyper-Beam Array (HBA) lithography platform, advancing and improving on the original MEBDW technology.
Today, SecureFoundry fills a critical gap in the U.S. semiconductor ecosystem, ensuring domestic production of advanced chips, supporting commercialization and addressing obsolescent chip needs for legacy defense systems. Its efforts strengthen national security, countering China’s technological rise amid U.S.-China tensions. Aligned with initiatives like the CHIPS Act, SecureFoundry reduces reliance on foreign foundries and high-volume fabs, standing as a cornerstone of U.S. defense and emerging technologies, delivering specialized chips that maintain America’s technological edge in a volatile geopolitical landscape.