PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: January 2, 2025
(Sitka, Alaska) – Shee Atiká is excited to announce the acquisition of Eikon Research (Eikon), a cutting-edge radar technology company based in Huntsville, Alabama. Since 2014, Eikon has tackled some of the U.S. Department of Defense’s toughest challenges with innovative radar systems, advanced modeling and simulation tools, and customized user interfaces.
“Bringing Eikon into our family of companies creates the perfect synergy between our existing business lines of cyber security, software development, systems integration, and manufacturing,” said Shee Atiká Chairman Steve Karpstein.
By emphasizing adaptability and affordability, Eikon’s radar technology aligns seamlessly with America’s evolving national defense and security priorities. Their portable, affordable, and flexible radar systems deliver dependable solutions tailored to diverse mission requirements. Utilizing commercial off-the-shelf components, Eikon ensures cost-effective products without sacrificing quality or performance. Additionally, Eikon’s modular user interfaces provide a flexible, mission-tailored approach, while their high-fidelity radar simulation tools enable precise modeling and testing, enhancing system reliability and performance.
As part of Shee Atiká’s family of companies, Eikon is set to expand from research and development prototyping to production and manufacturing. “One of the greatest advantages of being part of Shee Atiká is that our engineers can fully focus on innovation and technical excellence with the support of a strong team handling administrative and operational needs,” said Eikon’s founding Chief Executive Officer and incoming Chief Strategy Officer Stephanie Cunningham.
Beginning in January 2025, Michael Schovel will step into the role of President at Eikon. With more than 20 years of leadership experience serving Department of Defense and federal agencies, Mr. Schovel brings a wealth of expertise to the position to drive innovation and growth.
About Shee Atiká
Shee Atiká is an urban Alaska Native Corporation organized under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA). The Shee Atiká family of companies include eight SBA 8(a)-certified subsidiaries and nine total subsidiaries in enterprise and cloud infrastructure, cyber security, and software development; logistics and supply chain management; research and development in physical, engineering, and medical/life sciences; systems integration; radar research and development as well as multiple commercial real estate holdings. Shee Atiká is headquartered in Sitka, Alaska, with more than 3,400 Alaska Native shareholders. Learn more >