🇺🇸 Country Profile

United States

746 space organizations driving innovation in United States's aerospace industry

746
Total Companies
65
Public Companies
6
Space Hubs
122
Sectors
Top Cities: Washington (30) San Francisco (29) Los Angeles (27) Denver (23) Boulder (20) New York (19)

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Quick Stats

Companies with funding
0
Active/Operational
514
In Development
146

All Companies (746)

490 BioTech

operational
Boulder Est. 2017

Biotechnology company using space environment to enhance crop genetics. Sends seeds to ISS for microgravity exposure to accelerate beneficial mutation...

life sciences biotechnology agriculture

a.i. solutions

operational
Lanham Est. 1996

a.i. solutions provides the Meridian flight dynamics ground system powered by FreeFlyer, used on 250+ missions including ISS as the primary flight dyn...

software

a]6z Space

operational
Menlo Park Est. 2009

a16z Space, a division of the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), focuses on investing in companies operating within the broader space in...

investment data services satellite services

a]i[b (Aibedo Intelligence)

operational
San Francisco Est. 2019

Aibedo Intelligence (a]i[b) is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 focused on applying artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to the...

ai analytics earth observation

Aalyria

operational
Livermore Est. 2022

Aalyria, founded in 2022 and based in Livermore, California, is a network orchestration company specializing in connectivity solutions across diverse ...

optical communications software connectivity

Aalyria Technologies

operational
Livermore Est. 2022

Aalyria Technologies, spun out from Alphabet's Project Loon, develops software for orchestrating communications across space, air, ground, and sea net...

satellite communications software

AAR Corp Space

operational
Wood Dale Est. 1951 AIR

AAR Corp provides aerospace products and services including parts supply, maintenance, and engineering services. The company supports space programs t...

aerospace components services

Accion Systems

operational
Boston Est. 2014

Accion Systems develops compact electrospray propulsion systems for small satellites. The company's TILE propulsion modules provide efficient in-space...

propulsion

Ad Astra Rocket

operational
Webster Est. 2005

Ad Astra Rocket Company, founded in 2005 and based in Webster, United States, is a spaceflight technology company specializing in advanced plasma prop...

propulsion electric propulsion in space services

Advanced Cooling Technologies

operational
Lancaster Est. 2003

ACT is a premier thermal management solutions company offering heat pipes, loop heat pipes, and liquid cooling systems for spacecraft. ISO 9001:2015 a...

thermal systems

Advanced Space

operational
Westminster Est. 2011

Advanced Space provides mission planning, spacecraft navigation, and on-orbit autonomy services. Developed the Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System ...

space situational awareness in space services navigation

Aegis Space Law

operational
Washington Est. 2015

Aegis Space Law is a U.S.-based legal firm specializing in the rapidly evolving field of commercial space, satellite, and launch regulatory law. Found...

legal space law consulting

Aerojet Rocketdyne

operational
Palm Bay Est. 1942

Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company, is a leading rocket propulsion manufacturer providing engines for NASA's Space Launch System, co...

propulsion defense

Aerojet Rocketdyne Space Propulsion

operational
Sacramento Est. 1942

Aerojet Rocketdyne Space Propulsion, founded in 1942 and headquartered in Sacramento, United States, is a leading developer of rocket engines and prop...

propulsion aerospace engineering

Aerospace & Defense Recruiters

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2010

Aerospace & Defense Recruiters is a Los Angeles-based firm specializing in talent acquisition within the aerospace industry. Founded in 2010, the comp...

recruitment staffing aerospace

Aerospace Corporation

operational
El Segundo Est. 1960

The Aerospace Corporation is a federally funded research center providing technical guidance for national security space programs. The company support...

research defense

Aerospace Industries Association

operational
Arlington Est. 1919

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) is the premier trade association representing America's aerospace and defense industry. AIA advocates for p...

industry association advocacy aerospace

Aerostar

operational
Sioux Falls Est. 1956

Aerostar is a U.S.-based company with over 65 years of experience in lighter-than-air (LTA) platform development and operation, dating back to the fir...

haps stratospheric aerospace

AeroVironment HAPS

operational
Arlington Est. 1971

AeroVironment HAPS is a division of AeroVironment, Inc., a company founded in 1971 and specializing in global defense technology. While broadly known ...

haps stratospheric aerospace

Aethero

operational
McLean Est. 2019

Aethero (formerly OrbitsEdge) develops edge computing hardware for satellites and spacecraft. The company provides radiation-hardened computing soluti...

computing components ai

AI SpaceFactory

operational
New York Est. 2017

AI SpaceFactory is a space architecture and technology company that won NASA's 3D Printed Habitat Challenge ($500K). The company develops autonomous 3...

construction lunar

AIAA

operational
Reston Est. 1963

American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. World's largest aerospace professional society. Technical conferences. Standards development. Jour...

industry association aerospace education

AiDash

operational
San Jose Est. 2019

AiDash is an enterprise SaaS company providing satellite and AI-powered remote inspection and monitoring of critical infrastructure. Combining satelli...

geospatial

Airbus OneWeb Satellites

operational
Merritt Island Est. 2016

Airbus OneWeb Satellites is a joint venture established in 2016, focused on the manufacturing of satellites. Located in Merritt Island, Florida, the c...

satellite manufacturing satellites manufacturing

Airbus Ventures

operational
Menlo Park Est. 2015

Airbus Ventures is the corporate VC arm of Airbus Group with a $150M fund. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices in Paris and Tokyo, the firm i...

investment

Akin Space Law & Policy

operational
Washington Est. 1945

Akin Gump's Space Law & Policy practice advises clients across the space industry. Team includes former senior officials from Capitol Hill and federal...

legal consulting policy

Aliro Quantum

operational

US developer of entanglement-based quantum networking software for satellite systems. Enabling distributed quantum computing infrastructure across spa...

Altius Space Machines

operational
Broomfield Est. 2010

Altius Space Machines, founded in 2010 and based in Broomfield, Colorado, is a company focused on the emerging in-space services market. The company s...

in space services robotics spacecraft components

Amazon Kuiper Systems

operational
Redmond Est. 2019

Amazon's Project Kuiper is a planned constellation of 3,236 low Earth orbit satellites designed to provide global broadband internet access. Backed by...

satellite communications connectivity satellite operators

Amazon Leo

operational
Seattle Est. 2019

Amazon Leo (formerly Project Kuiper) is Amazon's ambitious satellite internet constellation targeting 3,236 low Earth orbit satellites to provide glob...

satellite communications satellite operators

AMERGINT Technologies

operational

Developer of software-defined signal processing for satellite ground systems, providing modems, baseband units, and ground system front ends for GPS a...

AMSAT

operational
Kensington Est. 1969

Founded in 1969 and based in Kensington, United States, AMSAT – The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation – is a non-profit organization dedicated to fo...

satellite manufacturing satellite communications satellite operators

Anduril Industries

operational
Costa Mesa Est. 2017

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company applying artificial intelligence and autonomous systems to national security challenges, expanding ...

defense robotics space situational awareness

Ansys AGI

operational
Exton Est. 1989

Develops Systems Tool Kit (STK) and Orbit Determination Tool Kit (ODTK), industry-standard mission engineering environments for orbital mechanics, con...

simulation software engineering

Ansys Space

operational
Canonsburg Est. 1970

Ansys Space, founded in 1970 and based in Canonsburg, United States, is a provider of engineering simulation software. The company focuses on deliveri...

software simulation aerospace

Antaris

operational
Sunnyvale Est. 2020

Antaris provides a software platform for designing, building, and operating satellites. Enables rapid satellite development through digital engineerin...

software satellite manufacturing

Anuvu (formerly Global Eagle)

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2011

Anuvu, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Los Angeles, is a provider of connectivity and entertainment solutions primarily focused on the aviation a...

satellite communications aviation maritime

Aon International Space Brokers

operational
Washington Est. 1977

Aon International Space Brokers, founded in 1977 and based in Washington, United States, is a leading provider of insurance brokerage services specifi...

space insurance insurance services

AOSense

operational

US developer of cold atom quantum inertial sensors achieving first in-flight quantum navigation demonstration with Boeing. Precision navigation for GP...

Aperture Optical Sciences

operational

Aperture Optical Sciences is a United States-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of silicon carbide (SiC) optical telescopes for ...

satellite manufacturing satellite communications spacecraft components

Apex

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2022

Apex is a satellite manufacturing company producing standardized small satellite buses at unprecedented speed for commercial and government customers....

satellite manufacturing

APL - Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

operational
Laurel Est. 1942

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory develops spacecraft and instruments for NASA missions. APL has built over 70 spacecraft including New Horizon...

research spacecraft

Apollo Fusion

operational
Sunnyvale Est. 2016

Now Astra subsidiary. Develops Hall effect thrusters for small and medium satellites. Apollo Constellation Engine provides high-efficiency propulsion ...

electric propulsion propulsion

Applied Composites

operational
Los Angeles Est. 1989

Aerospace composites manufacturer specializing in satellite structures, antenna reflectors, and launch vehicle components. Provides high-performance c...

composites structures satellite subsystems

Applied Technical Services

operational

Provides comprehensive space radiation testing including TID, SEE, and radiation-hardened electronics testing following DLA standards with neutron, pr...

Argonne National Lab Space

operational
Argonne Est. 1946

Argonne National Laboratory, established in 1946 and located in Argonne, Illinois, conducts research directly applicable to the space industry. As a U...

research materials simulation

Arizona State SESE

operational
Tempe Est. 2006

Arizona State University’s School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE), founded in 2006 and located in Tempe, Arizona, is a leading academic and rese...

research academic planetary science

Arizona State Space Exploration

operational
Tempe

ASU's School of Earth and Space Exploration is a leader in planetary science, astrobiology, and space instrumentation. Operates the Mars Space Flight ...

Arkisys

operational
Los Alamitos Est. 2019

Develops orbital Port platforms for satellite servicing, assembly, and logistics using modular robotic infrastructure. NASA partnership to maintain As...

robotics in space services

Assure Space

operational
Bethesda Est. 1973

Assure Space, founded in 1973 and based in Bethesda, United States, is a company focused on providing insurance services specifically for the satellit...

space insurance insurance services

Astralytical

operational
Melbourne Est. 2016

Astralytical is a boutique space consulting firm founded in 2016, specializing in analysis of emerging technologies and trends within the space indust...

consulting analytics services

Astranis

operational
San Francisco Est. 2015

Astranis Space Technologies designs and manufactures small geostationary telecommunications satellites. The company's MicroGEO satellites are signific...

satellite communications

Astranis Space Technologies

operational
San Francisco Est. 2015

Astranis builds small geostationary satellites for dedicated broadband connectivity. Their MicroGEO platform delivers affordable, high-throughput band...

telecommunications satellite operators connectivity

Astro Digital

operational
Santa Clara Est. 2014

Astro Digital is a Littleton, Colorado-based Mission-as-a-Service provider founded in 2015, designing, building, and operating microsatellite systems ...

earth observation satellite manufacturing

Astrobee Space

operational
Moffett Field Est. 2017

Astrobee Space, founded in 2017 and based at Moffett Field, California, develops free-flying robotic systems for use in space environments. The compan...

robotics space stations space technology

Astrobee Space Services (NASA)

operational
Mountain View Est. 2019

Astrobee is NASA's free-flying robot assistant aboard the ISS. Provides autonomous inspection, cargo movement, and research support on the space stati...

robotics research

Astrobotic

operational
Pittsburgh Est. 2007

Astrobotic Technology is a Pittsburgh-based lunar logistics company providing delivery services to the Moon through NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Se...

lunar spacecraft

Astrobotic Technology

operational
Pittsburgh Est. 2007

Astrobotic develops lunar landers and delivery services as a NASA Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) provider. Carnegie Mellon spinoff founded i...

lunar lunar landers

AstroForge

operational
Huntington Beach Est. 2022

AstroForge is developing asteroid mining technology to extract platinum group metals from near-Earth asteroids. The company launched its first test mi...

asteroid mining space resources

Astrolab

operational
Hawthorne Est. 2019

Founded in 2019 and based in Hawthorne, California, Astrolab is a space robotics company focused on developing lunar rovers for cargo and crew transpo...

lunar robotics spacecraft

Astronics Corporation

operational

Integrated connectivity and avionics provider offering SATCOM solutions for commercial, military, and business aircraft with 20+ years experience acro...

Astroport Space Technologies

operational
San Antonio Est. 2020

Astroport Space Technologies develops construction materials and infrastructure for lunar and planetary surface operations. The company is pioneering ...

lunar construction in space manufacturing

Atlas Space Operations

operational
Traverse City Est. 2015

Atlas Space Operations is a software-centric, cloud-based ground network provider operating the Freedom Ground Network. With 50+ antennas across 34+ g...

ground systems satellite communications

ATRX

operational

Developer of Hummingbird single-stage-to-orbit space plane with horizontal takeoff/landing. Founded by Virgin Galactic alumni. Techstars Space 2024 wi...

Aurelia Institute

operational
Cambridge Est. 2020

Founded in 2020 and based in Cambridge, United States, Aurelia Institute is a non-profit organization focused on research and development in the field...

research space stations in space manufacturing

AvL Technologies

operational
Asheville Est. 1994

Manufacturer of mobile satellite antenna systems including vehicle-mounted, flyaway, and fixed earth stations. Serves broadcast, military, emergency r...

ground systems antennas satellite communications

AWS Ground Station

operational
Seattle Est. 2018

AWS Ground Station is Amazon Web Services' satellite ground station service providing fully managed ground station capabilities. The service enables c...

ground systems software

Axiom Materials

operational
Santa Ana Est. 2009

Axiom Materials, founded in 2009 and based in Santa Ana, California, is a materials manufacturer specializing in advanced composite materials. The com...

materials composites manufacturing

Axiom Space

operational
Houston Est. 2016

Axiom Space is building the world's first commercial space station while conducting pioneering private astronaut missions to the International Space S...

space stations human spaceflight leo

B612 Foundation

operational
Mill Valley Est. 2002

B612 Foundation works to protect Earth from asteroid impacts. Develops technology to detect and track potentially hazardous asteroids and advance plan...

defense research

Ball Aerospace

operational
Boulder Est. 1956

Ball Aerospace, now part of BAE Systems' Space & Mission Systems division following the $5.6 billion acquisition completed in February 2024, is a lead...

satellite manufacturing instruments

Ball Aerospace Antennas

operational
Boulder Est. 1956

Ball Aerospace Antennas, founded in 1956 and based in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in the development of electronically steered antenna (ESA) techno...

antennas defense satellite communications

Bally Ribbon Mills

operational
Bally Est. 1923

Bally Ribbon Mills is a US-based manufacturer specializing in the design, development, and production of engineered woven fabrics, webbing, and tapes....

thermal systems composites manufacturing

Basalt

operational

Developer of Dispatch spacecraft OS for autonomous satellite tasking and fleet coordination. Y Combinator W24 graduate, raised $3.5M seed for multi-ma...

Baylor College of Medicine NSBRI

operational
Houston Est. 2008

The Center for Space Medicine at Baylor advances space medicine research and training. Develops countermeasures for spaceflight health risks and suppo...

space medicine research

Benchmark Space Systems

operational
Burlington Est. 2017

Benchmark Space Systems develops green propulsion systems for small satellites. The company manufactures propulsion systems using non-toxic propellant...

propulsion

Berkshire Hathaway Space

operational
Stamford Est. 1967

Berkshire Hathaway Space, a division of Berkshire Hathaway established in 1967 and based in Stamford, Connecticut, operates as a specialized insurance...

insurance space insurance space finance

Bessemer Venture Partners Space

operational
San Francisco Est. 1911

Bessemer Venture Partners is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 1911. The firm invests across a variety of sectors, with a current ...

investment space technology ai

BioServe Space Technologies

operational
Boulder Est. 1987

BioServe develops biotechnology research hardware for spaceflight. University of Colorado lab that has flown 60+ payloads on Space Shuttle, ISS, and c...

space medicine research life sciences

BlackSky Technology

operational
Herndon Est. 2014

BlackSky Technology operates a constellation of high-revisit Earth observation satellites providing real-time geospatial intelligence. The company off...

earth observation analytics

Blue Canyon Technologies

operational
Boulder Est. 2008

Blue Canyon Technologies provides high-performance satellite buses and ADCS systems including the XACT series, FlexCore, and reaction wheels/CMGs with...

satellite manufacturing components

Blue Canyon Technologies (Raytheon)

operational
Lafayette Est. 2008

Blue Canyon Technologies, a Raytheon company located in Lafayette, Colorado, specializes in the design, manufacture, and delivery of complete mission ...

satellite manufacturing spacecraft components small satellites

Blue Halo

operational
Arlington Est. 2020

BlueHalo provides space, directed energy, and cyber solutions for defense and intelligence applications. The company develops space domain awareness s...

defense space situational awareness

Blue Origin

operational
Kent Est. 2000

Blue Origin is a private aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company founded by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in 2000. Headquartered in Kent, ...

launch services human spaceflight propulsion

bluShift Aerospace

operational
Brunswick Est. 2014

bluShift Aerospace, founded in 2014 and based in Brunswick, Maine, is a propulsion company focused on developing innovative rocket engines for the spa...

launch vehicles propulsion space technology

Boyd Corporation

operational

Boyd Corporation is a materials science and thermal management company specializing in engineered materials designed to seal, cool, protect, and insul...

aerospace components manufacturing

Breakthrough Initiatives

operational
Palo Alto Est. 2015

Breakthrough Initiatives funds programs exploring the universe, including Breakthrough Starshot (interstellar travel) and Breakthrough Listen (SETI). ...

research propulsion

BridgeComm

operational
Denver Est. 2015

BridgeComm specializes in optical wireless communications and laser communication terminals. The company develops optical ground stations and bi-direc...

optical communications

Bryce Tech (now Bryce Space and Technology)

operational
Alexandria Est. 2010

Bryce provides research and analysis on space industry trends. Publishes the annual State of the Satellite Industry Report and advises government and ...

research consulting

BryceTech

operational
Alexandria Est. 2013

BryceTech provides research, analysis, and consulting services for the space and technology sectors. The company produces reports on space industry tr...

consulting

Busek

operational
Natick Est. 1985

Busek develops electric propulsion systems for small satellites and spacecraft. The company manufactures Hall thrusters, electrospray thrusters, and R...

propulsion

Busek Company

operational
Natick Est. 1985

Busek Company, founded in 1985 and based in Natick, Massachusetts, specializes in the development of high-performance electric propulsion systems and ...

propulsion electric propulsion spacecraft components

CAES

operational
Arlington Est. 2019

CAES provides advanced electronics for space and defense including radiation-hardened processors and RF systems. Major supplier of space-qualified com...

components defense

California Science Center

operational
Los Angeles Est. 1951

The California Science Center in Los Angeles is home to the Space Shuttle Endeavour, the only shuttle displayed in launch configuration with external ...

education

CalPoly CubeSat Lab

operational
San Luis Obispo Est. 1999

The Cal Poly CubeSat Lab, established in 1999 at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is a leading research and academic institut...

small satellites academic research

Caltech GALCIT

operational
Pasadena Est. 1928

The Graduate Aerospace Laboratories at the California Institute of Technology (GALCIT) is a leading aerospace research institution. GALCIT has pioneer...

research education aerospace

Caltech Space Challenge

operational
Pasadena Est. 2011

Caltech leads aerospace research and education, hosting the annual Space Challenge and conducting pioneering research in planetary science and spacecr...

research education university

Caltech Space Solar Power Project

operational
Pasadena Est. 2011

The Caltech Space Solar Power Project (SSPP), founded in 2011 and based in Pasadena, California, is focused on developing technology for the collectio...

power systems research space technology

Cape Analytics

operational
Mountain View Est. 2014

Cape Analytics, founded in 2014 and based in Mountain View, California, is a company focused on providing property intelligence solutions. Currently c...

geospatial data services analytics

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

operational
Cape Canaveral Est. 1950

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is a major U.S. military spaceport adjacent to Kennedy Space Center. The facility hosts numerous launch complexes u...

spaceports defense

Capella Space

operational
San Francisco Est. 2016

Capella Space is America's first commercial synthetic aperture radar satellite company, providing 24/7 Earth observation using advanced X-band SAR tec...

earth observation radar imaging

Carbon Mapper

operational
Pasadena Est. 2021

Founded in 2021 and based in Pasadena, California, Carbon Mapper is an Earth observation company focused on tracking and quantifying point-source gree...

earth observation satellite operations data services

Catalyst Space Accelerator

operational
Colorado Springs Est. 2019

Space Force-sponsored accelerator at Space CAMP. Defense-focused space startups. Part of AFWERX innovation ecosystem. Access to government customers.

accelerator defense space technology

Cecil Spaceport

operational
Jacksonville Est. 2010

Jacksonville Aviation Authority spaceport. Horizontal launch operations. Boeing, Space Florida partnerships. UAS and space vehicle testing.

spaceports launch services

Celestis

operational
Houston Est. 1994

Celestis, founded in 1994 and based in Houston, Texas, is a launch services provider specializing in memorial spaceflights. The company offers a uniqu...

launch services space tourism services

CelesTrak

operational
Wailuku Est. 1985

CelesTrak, founded in 1985 and based in Wailuku, United States, is a provider of space data services focused on space-traffic-management. The company ...

space situational awareness data services satellite operations

Cemvita Factory

operational
Houston Est. 2017

Cemvita develops biotechnology for space resource utilization. Creates engineered microbes to produce fuels, materials, and food from CO2 for space an...

biotechnology

Ceres Robotics

operational
Oakland Est. 2017

Develops robotic lunar landers, rovers and software for surface exploration. Founded by former NASA Mars rover veteran. NASA CLPS contractor developin...

lunar rovers lunar landers lunar

Cesium

operational
Philadelphia Est. 2011

Cesium, founded in 2011 and based in Philadelphia, is a software company specializing in 3D geospatial visualization platforms. They provide a compreh...

software geospatial data services

CesiumAstro

operational
Austin Est. 2017

CesiumAstro develops active phased array communication systems for satellites, UAVs, and missiles. The company is developing LunaNet-compatible naviga...

satellite communications lunar

Chloris Geospatial

operational
Boston Est. 2021

Chloris Geospatial is a forest carbon intelligence company combining AI, machine learning, and satellite technology for science-based carbon monitorin...

geospatial earth observation

Climavision

operational
Louisville Est. 2018

Weather technology company with ground radar network. Satellite weather data integration. Predictive climate intelligence. Insurance and agriculture f...

weather radar data services

Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions

operational
Lowell Est. 2020

Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions manufactures radiation-hardened electronics and RF components for space. The company provides space-qualified sem...

components

Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions Space

operational
Daytona Beach Est. 1934

Space-qualified antennas, RF components, and microelectronics. High-reliability hybrid assemblies and multi-chip modules. Antenna systems for satellit...

spacecraft components antennas electronics

Cognitive Space

operational
Houston Est. 2018

Cognitive Space provides an AI-powered automated satellite operations platform. CNTIENT.Optimize uses deep learning for satellite fleet management, de...

software ai

ColliMate Space

operational

AI-driven satellite data delivery optimization platform. ColliMate Nexus provides real-time planning and control of space assets. Techstars Space 2024...

Collins Aerospace

operational
Charlotte Est. 2018

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, provides aerospace systems including satellite communications, space electronics, and spacecraft c...

components satellite communications

Collins Aerospace Space

operational
Cedar Rapids Est. 1933

Collins Aerospace Space, a subsidiary of RTX, is a leading provider of integrated solutions for the space industry, with a history dating back to 1933...

spacecraft components communications electronics

Colorado Space Coalition

operational
Colorado Springs Est. 2015

The Colorado Space Coalition represents Colorado's aerospace industry, one of the largest in the United States. Colorado hosts major space companies, ...

industry association advocacy consulting

Commercial Spaceflight Federation

operational
Washington Est. 2006

The Commercial Spaceflight Federation represents the commercial spaceflight industry. CSF advocates for policies supporting commercial space transport...

industry association

Comsearch

operational
Sterling Est. 1977

Founded in 1977 and based in Sterling, Virginia, Comsearch is a global leader specializing in spectrum management and satellite frequency coordination...

spectrum management consulting telecommunications

COMSPOC

operational
Exton Est. 2014

First operational commercial space situational awareness center, spun off from AGI in 2020. Delivers commercial SSA software with high-accuracy catalo...

space situational awareness software

Cooley Space Practice

operational
Palo Alto Est. 1920

Global law firm with multidisciplinary spacetech and satellite practice connecting enterprises and investors. Provides integrated IP litigation, couns...

legal space law

Cornell Space Sciences

operational
Ithaca Est. 1865

Cornell's Department of Astronomy and Space Sciences conducts planetary science research and has contributed to major missions including Mars rovers a...

research planetary science

COSMIC - Constellation Observing System for Meteorology

operational
Boulder Est. 2006

COSMIC is a joint US-Taiwan mission using GPS radio occultation to measure atmospheric conditions. The constellation provides weather and climate data...

earth observation weather research

Cosmic Shielding Corporation

operational

Creator of world's first multifunctional shielding polymer Plasteel for radiation protection. Three Plasteel systems launched on SpaceX Transporter-13...

CPI

operational

Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is a global leader in microwave, radio frequency (RF), power, and control solutions serving diverse sectors in...

satellite communications satellite subsystems spacecraft components

Cryptosat

operational

Orbital compute provider using space-hardened GPUs/TPUs for on-orbit AI processing. Now Aptos Orbital. Raised $3.12M seed for edge computing in space.

CSSMA

operational
Washington Est. 2016

The Commercial Smallsat Spectrum Management Association (CSSMA) is a 501(c)(6) trade association addressing spectrum policies specific to the smallsat...

industry association satellite communications

CU Aerospace

operational
Champaign Est. 1998

CU Aerospace develops advanced propulsion systems for small satellites. Provides PPT thrusters and propulsion systems for CubeSats and microsatellites...

propulsion

Dark Sky

operational
Tucson Est. 1988

DarkSky International, founded in 1988 and based in Tucson, Arizona, is a European space company dedicated to the preservation of the night sky enviro...

advocacy research ai

Data Collective DCVC

operational

Data Collective (DCVC) is a deep tech venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, United States. The firm focuses on investing in amb...

investment ai data services

Datum Systems

operational

Datum Systems is a United States-based manufacturer specializing in satellite and troposcatter communication modems, with over 35 years of experience ...

satellite communications satellite subsystems components

Dayton T. Brown

operational
Bohemia Est. 1950

Dayton T. Brown, Inc. is an established, independent testing laboratory serving the military, aerospace, and commercial sectors. Founded in 1950 and l...

testing aerospace engineering

Descartes Labs

operational
Santa Fe Est. 2014

Descartes Labs is a geospatial intelligence company analyzing satellite and aerial imagery using machine learning. The company provides agricultural a...

analytics

DLA Piper Space

operational
Washington Est. 2005

DLA Piper Space is the aerospace-focused legal team within DLA Piper, a global law firm with a presence in over 40 countries. Founded in 2005, the tea...

legal space law consulting

DM3D Technology

operational

Leading Directed Energy Deposition provider for large-scale metal additive manufacturing. Printing 10-foot rocket nozzle for NASA's RAMPT programme wi...

Draper

operational
Cambridge Est. 1932

Draper is an engineering organization providing navigation, guidance, and control systems for space missions. The company developed navigation systems...

lunar navigation

Draper Laboratory

operational
Cambridge Est. 1932

Non-profit R&D organization that developed Apollo Guidance Computer. NASA CLPS contractor developing Artemis-7 lunar lander and APEX 1.0 lander with i...

lunar landers navigation

Draper Laboratory Space

operational
Cambridge Est. 1932

Draper Laboratory, founded in 1932 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a nonprofit research and development company specializing in the design, ...

research aerospace engineering

Dynetics Lunar

operational
Huntsville Est. 1974

Leidos subsidiary that developed ALPACA lunar lander for NASA HLS competition. Received $40.8M for sustainable HLS concepts development. Provides prop...

lunar landers propulsion defense

E2MC Space

operational
Washington Est. 2018

E2MC Space is an investment firm and advisory focused on the commercial space sector. The firm provides capital and strategic guidance to emerging spa...

space finance investment

EaglePicher Technologies

operational
Joplin Est. 1843

Leading space battery manufacturer with heritage dating to Explorer 1 in 1958. Produces lithium-ion, nickel-hydrogen, and advanced battery systems for...

power systems

Ecliptic Enterprises

operational

Ecliptic Enterprises is a United States-based company specializing in the design, development, and supply of satellite cameras and avionics for the sp...

components spacecraft components satellite manufacturing

Electric Sky

operational
Redmond Est. 2019

Electric Sky, founded in 2019 and based in Redmond, Washington, is a technology company focused on the development of wireless power beaming solutions...

power systems propulsion space technology

Element U.S. Space & Defense

operational

Expert testing, compliance, and certification services for satellites and spacecraft with 60+ years aerospace testing heritage. NASA Space Flight Awar...

Eli Lilly Space Research

operational
Indianapolis Est. 1876

Eli Lilly Space Research represents a unique extension of Eli Lilly and Company’s pharmaceutical research capabilities. Founded in 1876, the company i...

space medicine research life sciences

Elmet Technologies

operational

Largest US-owned producer of tungsten and molybdenum materials. High-density tungsten heavy alloy for radiation shielding 1.5x more effective than lea...

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

operational
Daytona Beach

World's largest aeronautical university, specializing in aerospace engineering, space physics, and planetary science with strong industry connections.

EnerSys ABSL

operational
Reading Est. 2000

EnerSys ABSL, founded in 2000, is a global leader in stored energy solutions, specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative batteries, char...

power systems aerospace satellite subsystems

Epsilon3

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2021

Epsilon3 provides mission operations software for space companies. The platform enables hardware testing, launch operations, and mission management wi...

software ground systems analytics

Ethos Space

operational

Lunar infrastructure startup extracting liquid oxygen from regolith for spacecraft propellant and building hard-rock landing pads by melting moon dust...

Everyday Astronaut

operational
Cedar Falls Est. 2014

Founded in 2014 and based in Cedar Falls, United States, Everyday Astronaut is a media and education company focused on simplifying complex topics wit...

media education space technology

ExoAnalytic Solutions

operational
Irvine Est. 2007

ExoAnalytic Solutions operates a global network of optical telescopes for space surveillance. The company tracks satellites and debris using ground-ba...

space situational awareness analytics

EXOS Aerospace

operational
Caddo Mills Est. 2014

Exos Aerospace, founded in 2014 and based in Caddo Mills, Texas, is a launch vehicle company focused on developing reusable suborbital launch vehicles...

launch services launch vehicles in space services

Exoterra Resources

operational
Littleton Est. 2011

ExoTerra develops electric propulsion and solar power systems for small spacecraft. Provides complete propulsion solutions for CubeSats and small sate...

propulsion

Experior Laboratories

operational
San Antonio Est. 1968

Founded in 1968 and based in San Antonio, Texas, Experior Laboratories is a leading provider of testing services for the aerospace, satellite, telecom...

testing thermal systems aerospace

Fibertek

operational
Herndon Est. 1987

Fibertek develops laser and electro-optic systems for space communications. The company built the uplink laser assembly for NASA's Deep Space Optical ...

optical communications components

Final Frontier Design

operational
Brooklyn Est. 2010

Final Frontier Design, founded in 2010 and based in Brooklyn, New York, is a company focused on the development of commercial spacesuits. Specializing...

human spaceflight space technology manufacturing

Final Frontier Medical Devices

operational
Paoli Est. 2012

Final Frontier developed the DxtER medical diagnostic device, winner of the Qualcomm Tricorder XPRIZE. Creates medical technology for remote and space...

space medicine life sciences

Firefly Aerospace

operational
Cedar Park Est. 2014

Firefly Aerospace is a space launch and in-space services company developing the Alpha small launch vehicle, Blue Ghost lunar lander, and related spac...

launch services spacecraft

Firehawk Aerospace

operational

Developer of 3D-printed hybrid rocket motors using 3D-Ultra additive manufacturing. Raised $60M Series C. Completed GMLRS-class flight test exceeding ...

For All Moonkind

operational
New York Est. 2017

Protecting human heritage in outer space. Apollo landing sites preservation advocacy. UN recognition of space heritage sites. Legal framework developm...

nonprofit lunar

Founders Fund Space

operational
San Francisco Est. 2005

Founders Fund is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm established in 2005, focused on investing in companies developing revolutionary technologi...

investment satellite communications satellite services

FreeFall Aerospace

operational
Tucson Est. 2016

FreeFall Aerospace is a University of Arizona spin-off developing low-cost antenna solutions. All-Sky antenna offers phased array beam-steering with p...

antennas ground systems

Frontgrade Technologies

operational
Colorado Springs Est. 2011

Frontgrade Technologies is the largest provider of analog and radiation-hardened electronics for aerospace and defense, with over 60 years of heritage...

electronics spacecraft components semiconductors

Frontier Aerospace

operational
Simi Valley Est. 2006

Frontier Aerospace, founded in 2006 and based in Simi Valley, California, is a propulsion company specializing in the development of storable bi-prope...

propulsion spacecraft components lunar

Gateway Spaceport

operational

Gateway Spaceport is a United States-based company focused on the development of rotating space stations designed to simulate varying levels of gravit...

space stations human spaceflight space tourism

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems

operational
San Diego Est. 1955

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems develops satellites, space systems, and electromagnetic technologies. The company manufactures spacecraft for ...

satellite manufacturing defense nuclear

General Atomics EMS

operational
San Diego Est. 1955

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is a diversified technology company applying decades of research and development expertise to deliver...

satellite manufacturing defense power systems

General Dynamics Mission Systems

operational
Fairfax Est. 1899

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leading provider of space ground systems and network operations for defense satellite constellations. The compan...

ground systems satellite communications defense

General Dynamics SATCOM

operational

Major provider of satellite antenna systems and ground infrastructure equipment for commercial and military applications across multiple frequency ban...

Genesis Engineering Solutions

operational
Lanham Est. 1993

Genesis Engineering Solutions is an established space engineering firm founded in 1993 and based in Lanham, Maryland. The company provides comprehensi...

spacecraft components space stations engineering

GeoOptics

operational
Pasadena Est. 2006

GeoOptics operates the CICERO satellite constellation for weather and climate data using radio occultation. The company provides atmospheric profiles ...

earth observation weather

Georgia Institute of Technology

operational
Atlanta

Georgia Tech's Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering is ranked #2 in the U.S., focusing on hypersonics, space systems design, satellite te...

Georgia Tech Space Systems Design Lab

operational
Atlanta Est. 1990

Georgia Tech's Space Systems Design Lab conducts research on advanced spacecraft and mission design. Develops CubeSats and contributes to NASA and com...

research education university

Global Aerospace Underwriters

operational
Parsippany Est. 1969

Global Aerospace provides insurance for space and aviation risks. One of the world's leading space insurance underwriters covering launch, in-orbit, a...

insurance

H3X Technologies

operational

Developer of world's lightest electric propulsion systems at 9.5-12 kW/kg power density. Y Combinator W21 graduate, raised $20M for 250kW integrated m...

Harris Space

operational
Melbourne Est. 1895

Harris Space is now integrated as part of L3Harris Technologies, a globally-focused defense technology company with over a century of experience suppo...

defense communications satellite communications

HawkEye 360

operational
Herndon Est. 2015

HawkEye 360 is a geospatial analytics company operating the world's first commercial constellation for radio frequency signal detection and geolocatio...

earth observation radio frequency

HEBI Robotics

operational
Pittsburgh Est. 2014

Develops modular hardware and software robotic platforms. Carnegie Mellon spinout partnered with NASA in 2025 to develop space-rated modular robotic b...

robotics

Hexcel Corporation

operational
Stamford Est. 1948

Hexcel is the leading producer of carbon fiber reinforcements and resin systems, and world leader in honeycomb manufacturing. Provides composites for ...

materials composites

Hogan Lovells Space

operational
Washington Est. 2010

Hogan Lovells provides space law and regulatory counsel. Advises on satellite licensing, spectrum coordination, export controls, and commercial space ...

space law

Holland & Knight Space

operational
Washington Est. 1889

Holland & Knight Space is the aerospace practice group within Holland & Knight, a full-service law firm established in 1889. The practice focuses spec...

legal space law services

Honeywell Aerospace

operational
Phoenix Est. 1936

Honeywell Aerospace manufactures navigation systems, sensors, and components for spacecraft. The company provides inertial measurement units, star tra...

components navigation

HRL Laboratories

operational

Boeing partner for Q4S satellite demonstrating quantum entanglement swapping in space. Key milestone achieved in 2025 for space-based quantum communic...

Hughes Network Systems

operational
Germantown Est. 1971

Largest satellite internet provider in Americas with over 1 million HughesNet subscribers. Operates JUPITER 3 (world's largest commercial comsat) prov...

satellite communications ground systems connectivity

Hydrosat

operational
Washington DC Est. 2017

Thermal infrared satellite constellation for agriculture, water management, and wildfire prediction. Uses advanced thermal imaging to measure water st...

earth observation agriculture analytics

Hypergiant

operational
Austin Est. 2018

Hypergiant develops AI and machine learning solutions for space and defense applications. The company provides satellite imagery analysis, space opera...

software analytics

HySpecIQ

operational
Denver Est. 2020

Commercial hyperspectral imaging satellite company providing detailed spectral data for mineral exploration, agriculture, and environmental monitoring...

earth observation analytics satellite manufacturing

ICEYE US

operational
Irvine Est. 2020

ICEYE US is the American subsidiary of Finnish SAR satellite company ICEYE, providing radar satellite imagery and analytics for U.S. government and co...

earth observation radar imaging

ICON

operational
Austin Est. 2017

ICON is a construction technology company developing Project Olympus, a lunar construction system using robotic 3D printing with laser vitrification o...

construction lunar

ILC Dover

operational
Frederica Est. 1947

Pioneering manufacturer of spacesuits, including Apollo lunar suits and EMU components. Develops inflatable habitats, airlock systems, and softgoods f...

human spaceflight space stations

ILC Dover Space

operational
Frederica Est. 1947

ILC Dover Space, founded in 1947 and based in Frederica, Delaware, is a company specializing in the design and development of advanced flexible techno...

human spaceflight spacecraft components materials

In-Q-Tel

operational
Arlington Est. 1999

In-Q-Tel invests in cutting-edge companies developing technologies to support the CIA and broader US intelligence community. Major investor in space a...

investment

Infinity Systems Engineering

operational
Colorado Springs Est. 2008

Space Force contractor specializing in space operations software. Supporting USSF Space C2 program, satellite control networks, and training systems d...

engineering software defense

Infleqtion

operational
Boulder Est. 2007

Infleqtion (formerly ColdQuanta) is a cold atom quantum technology company providing quantum sensors and atomic clocks for space. The company built th...

components

Inmarsat Government

operational
Reston Est. 2007

Inmarsat Government, founded in 2007 and based in Reston, Virginia, is a leading provider of secure satellite communication (satcom) services and mana...

satellite communications satellite operators satellite services

Intelsat

operational
McLean Est. 1964

Intelsat operates one of the world's largest satellite fleets providing communications services to media companies, telecommunications providers, and ...

satellite communications satellite operators

International Space Brokers

operational
Bethesda Est. 1982

International Space Brokers (ISB), founded in 1982 and based in Bethesda, United States, is an insurance brokerage firm specializing exclusively in th...

insurance space insurance services

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

operational
New York Est. 1982

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City is housed on the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid. The museum features the Space Shuttle Enterprise...

education

Intuit Dome

operational
Houston Est. 2013

Intuitive Machines develops propulsion systems and lunar landers. The company's propulsion division creates advanced liquid rocket engines and attitud...

propulsion

Johns Hopkins APL

operational
Laurel

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory has designed and built over 70 spacecraft visiting every planet. Leads missions including Parker Solar Probe,...

Johns Hopkins APL Space

operational
Laurel Est. 1942

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU APL), founded in 1942 and located in Laurel, Maryland, is a national research and development...

research defense space agency

JPL - Jet Propulsion Laboratory

operational
Pasadena Est. 1936

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federally funded research center managed by Caltech. JPL builds and operates robotic spacecraft exploring the so...

research spacecraft

Kall Morris Inc

operational
Bethlehem Est. 2020

Kall Morris Inc (KMI) is developing lunar infrastructure including the Lunar Forge for in-situ manufacturing on the Moon. The company focuses on using...

lunar in space manufacturing space resources

Katalyst Space Technologies

operational
Flagstaff Est. 2020

Katalyst builds autonomous robotic spacecraft for on-orbit servicing and space domain awareness upgrades. Won DoD contract to install SIGHT sensors on...

space situational awareness in space services defense

Kayhan Space

operational
Boulder Est. 2018

Kayhan Space provides autonomous space traffic management software for satellite operators. The company's platform enables automated collision avoidan...

space situational awareness

KBR Space

operational
Houston Est. 1962

Major NASA contractor for ISS mission operations, astronaut training, and EVA support. Mission Control Center operations. Artemis program support incl...

engineering ground systems human spaceflight

Kelly Space & Technology

operational

Provides state-of-the-art environmental testing facilities for space including vibration, thermal cycling, thermal shock, and space component qualific...

Kennedy Space Center

operational
Merritt Island Est. 1962

NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida is America's premier launch facility for human spaceflight. KSC hosts launch complexes for SpaceX, ULA, and oth...

spaceports

Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39

operational
Merritt Island Est. 1967

Historic Apollo and Space Shuttle launch complex. SpaceX Falcon 9 and Heavy launches from 39A. SLS Artemis launches from 39B. NASA's flagship launch f...

spaceports launch services

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

operational
Merritt Island Est. 1967

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is NASA's official visitor center at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The facility features Space Shuttle Atlanti...

education

KeyW Space

operational
Hanover Est. 2008

KeyW Space, founded in 2008 and based in Hanover, United States, operates as a provider of space intelligence solutions. Currently categorized within ...

defense data services analytics

Khosla Ventures

operational

Khosla Ventures is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm with approximately $15 billion in assets under management. While not a space technology ...

investment space technology small satellites

Kratos Space and Missile Defense

operational
San Diego Est. 1994

Kratos Space and Missile Defense, founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Diego, California, is a company focused on providing defense and ground-bas...

defense ground systems electronics

Kubos

operational
Denton Est. 2014

Kubos, founded in 2014 and based in Denton, United States, is a software company specializing in flight software for satellites. Currently, details re...

software satellite subsystems satellites

KVH Industries

operational
Middletown Est. 1982

Maritime and mobile satellite communications provider. Develops stabilized antenna systems, VSAT terminals, and mini-VSAT broadband services for marit...

ground systems maritime satellite communications

Kymeta

operational
Redmond Est. 2012

Kymeta develops flat-panel satellite antennas using metamaterials technology. The company's electronically-steered antennas enable mobile satellite co...

satellite communications

L3Harris Space

operational
Melbourne Est. 2019

Major defense contractor's space division. Builds weather satellites (GOES), navigation satellites (GPS III). Responsive space portfolio with small sa...

satellite manufacturing defense earth observation

LambdaVision

operational
Farmington Est. 2009

LambdaVision develops protein-based artificial retinas to treat blindness using microgravity manufacturing. The company produces highly uniform multil...

in space manufacturing biotechnology

LASP - Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics

operational
Boulder Est. 1948

CU Boulder's Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics is a world leader in space science research and mission operations. LASP has built instrumen...

research instruments

Launcher (Vast)

operational
Hawthorne Est. 2017

Now part of Vast. Pioneered 3D-printed copper rocket engine technology. E-2 engine uses regeneratively-cooled design. Orbiter space tug provides last-...

propulsion in space services 3d printing

Lawrence Livermore Space

operational
Livermore Est. 1952

Lawrence Livermore Space, operating as part of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), is a research and development organization focused on ap...

research defense satellite subsystems

LeoLabs

operational
Menlo Park Est. 2016

LeoLabs is a commercial provider of low Earth orbit (LEO) space environment data and tracking services. The company operates a global network of phase...

space situational awareness

Leonardo DRS

operational
Arlington Est. 1968

Defense electronics company providing space-qualified sensors, electronics, and systems. Develops infrared sensors, signal processing, and communicati...

sensors electronics defense

LeoStella

operational
Tukwila Est. 2018

LeoStella, founded in 2018 and located in Tukwila, Washington, is a satellite manufacturing facility operating as a joint venture between Thales Aleni...

satellite manufacturing small satellites earth observation

Ligado Networks

operational
Reston Est. 1988

Ligado Networks is a satellite spectrum and wireless infrastructure company holding 40 MHz of spectrum licenses in the nationwide L-Band spectrum and ...

satellite communications telecommunications spectrum management

LMI Advisors

operational
Washington Est. 2013

LMI Advisors provides global ICT regulatory compliance solutions. Founded by Carlos Nalda with 20+ years telecom law expertise, the firm specializes i...

consulting satellite communications

Lockheed Martin Ventures

operational
Bethesda Est. 2007

Lockheed Martin Ventures invests in startups developing breakthrough technologies for aerospace and defense. Active investor in space technology compa...

investment defense

Loft Orbital

operational
San Francisco Est. 2017

Loft Orbital is a space infrastructure company founded in 2017 with offices in San Francisco, Toulouse, and Colorado, providing Space Infrastructure a...

satellite services

Lunar Outpost

operational
Golden Est. 2017

Lunar Outpost develops lunar rovers and resource prospecting systems. The company's MAPP (Mobile Autonomous Prospecting Platform) rovers are designed ...

lunar robotics

Lux Capital

operational
New York Est. 2000

Lux Capital is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2000, specializing in deep tech investments with a significant and growing portfolio i...

investment space technology satellite services

Lynk Global

operational
Falls Church Est. 2017

Lynk Global operates a satellite constellation providing direct-to-phone connectivity using standard mobile phones. The company has achieved the first...

satellite communications

Made In Space (Redwire)

operational
Jacksonville Est. 2010

Made In Space, now a division of Redwire following its 2020 acquisition, is a pioneer in in-space manufacturing technology. The company focuses on dev...

in space manufacturing 3d printing components

MagiQ Technologies

operational
Somerville Est. 1999

MagiQ Technologies, founded in 1999 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, is a technology company specializing in optical sensor innovation and quan...

quantum cybersecurity sensors

ManTech

operational
Herndon Est. 1968

ManTech is a technology solutions provider focused on national security, serving the Defense, Intelligence, and Federal Civilian sectors. Founded in 1...

defense software analytics

ManTech International

operational

Delivers mission software, cyber operations, signals intelligence processing, and systems engineering for classified satellite programs and space-base...

ManTech International Space

operational
Herndon Est. 1968

ManTech provides technology services to national security agencies including space systems support, satellite operations, and cybersecurity for defens...

defense software ground systems

Mars Institute

operational
Mountain View Est. 2002

Mars Institute is an international non-profit research organization dedicated to advancing the scientific study, exploration, and public understanding...

research planetary science

Mars Society

operational
Lakewood Est. 1998

Mars Society advocates for the exploration and settlement of Mars. Operates research stations and conducts analog missions to develop Mars exploration...

advocacy research

Marsh Space

operational
New York Est. 1871

Marsh's space insurance practice provides launch and in-orbit insurance for satellite operators and launch providers. The company is one of the larges...

space insurance

Marsh Space Insurance

operational

Marsh Space Insurance is a specialist division of Marsh, a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, dedicated to the burgeoning space i...

space insurance insurance satellite operations

Maverick Space Systems

operational
San Luis Obispo Est. 2018

Maverick Space Systems provides small satellite deployment systems and CubeSat dispensers for rideshare launches. The company offers standardized depl...

deployment satellite services rideshare

Maxar Robotics

operational
Palo Alto Est. 2017

Maxar Robotics, founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, United States, operates as a division of Maxar Technologies focused on the development of spac...

robotics in space services satellite operations

Maxar Technologies

operational
Westminster Est. 2017

Maxar Technologies is a space technology company that specializes in Earth observation satellites, geospatial analytics, and satellite manufacturing. ...

satellite manufacturing earth observation analytics

Merck Space Lab

operational
Rahway Est. 1891

Merck Space Lab, a division of the long-established pharmaceutical company Merck & Co., Inc. (founded 1891), focuses on leveraging the unique environm...

research space medicine life sciences

Mercury Systems

operational

Manufactures radiation-hardened processors, secure processing modules, and high-performance computing systems for defense satellites and space-based i...

Methane SAT

operational
New York Est. 2020

MethaneSAT is a New York-based space company founded in 2020 focused on global methane monitoring as a critical component of climate change mitigation...

earth observation satellite operators data services

Microchip Technology

operational

Key provider of radiation-hardened FPGAs, microcontrollers, and power management devices for satellite and military platforms operating in harsh space...

MicroLink Devices

operational

Developer of ultra-lightweight flexible III-V solar cells using Epitaxial Lift-Off technology. Cells are 5x lighter than germanium-based alternatives ...

Microsoft Azure Orbital

operational
Redmond Est. 2020

Azure Orbital is Microsoft's ground station as a service platform connecting satellites to Azure cloud. The service provides satellite operators with ...

ground systems software

Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport

operational
Wallops Island Est. 1995

Virginia commercial spaceport at NASA Wallops. Antares ISS resupply. Rocket Lab US launches. Growing east coast launch capabilities.

spaceports launch services

Milbank Space

operational
New York Est. 1866

Milbank Space, a practice within the broader international law firm Milbank LLP, focuses on providing legal services specifically for the burgeoning s...

space law space finance legal

Millennium Space Systems

operational
El Segundo Est. 2001

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing company, designs and manufactures small satellites for defense and intelligence applications. The company provides ...

satellite manufacturing defense engineering

MIT

operational
Cambridge

Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics is consistently ranked #1 globally for aerospace engineering, condu...

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

operational
Lexington Est. 1951

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded R&D center developing advanced technology for national security. The lab conducts space surveillance rese...

research defense

MIT Space Exploration Initiative

operational
Cambridge Est. 2016

MIT's Space Exploration Initiative brings together artists, scientists, and engineers to design humanity's future in space through over 40 projects sp...

research education university

Mithril Technologies

operational

Developer of reshapeable mesh antennas with active surface correction for atmospheric monitoring and satellite communications. Techstars Space 2024, r...

MITRE Space

operational
McLean Est. 1958

MITRE Space, established in 1958 and located in McLean, Virginia, operates as a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) supporting U....

research engineering government

MMA Design

operational

MMA Design is a United States-based company specializing in deployable space structures, primarily booms and antenna technologies. Their core business...

small satellites spacecraft components satellite subsystems

MMA Space

operational
Louisville Est. 2002

MMA Space, founded in 2002 and currently located in Broomfield, Colorado, specializes in the design and manufacture of deployable structures and mecha...

spacecraft components small satellites satellite manufacturing

Mojave Air and Space Port

operational
Mojave Est. 2004

Mojave Air and Space Port in California is the first FAA-licensed spaceport and a hub for commercial space development. The facility hosts numerous ae...

spaceports testing

Moog Space

operational
Chatsworth Est. 1951

Moog Space, founded in 1951 and headquartered in Chatsworth, United States, is a key provider of solutions for the space industry, specializing in the...

spacecraft components propulsion spacecraft

Moog Space Systems

operational
East Aurora Est. 1951

Provides precision motion control components for spacecraft including reaction wheels, solar array drives, antenna positioning systems, and propulsion...

components propulsion

Motiv Space Systems

operational
Pasadena Est. 2014

Motiv Space Systems designs and manufactures robotic arms and mechanisms for space applications. The company built the robotic arm for NASA's Mars 202...

robotics defense

NANO Nuclear Energy

operational

NASDAQ-listed developer of ZEUS solid-core battery reactor and LOKI transportable reactor for space applications. Targets demonstrations at Idaho Nati...

Nanoracks

operational
Houston Est. 2009

Nanoracks pioneered democratizing space access through standardized plug-and-play hardware for ISS research and satellite deployment. Founded in 2009 ...

in space services research space stations

Nanoracks Bishop Airlock

operational
Houston Est. 2020

Nanoracks Bishop Airlock, founded in 2020 and now operating under Voyager Space, provides unique in-space services centered around the first commercia...

in space services space stations satellite operations

Narda-MITEQ

operational

Narda-MITEQ is a United States-based company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of RF/microwave components and subsystems. Wit...

satellite communications satellite manufacturing components

NASA

operational
Washington Est. 1958

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is the United States government agency responsible for the nation's civilian space program, a...

space agency research human spaceflight

NASA Ames Research Center

operational
Mountain View

NASA's Silicon Valley center conducting research in astrobiology, small satellites, advanced thermal protection, and supercomputing for space missions...

NASA GeneLab

operational
Mountain View Est. 2015

NASA GeneLab is an open science platform providing access to spaceflight omics data. Enables researchers worldwide to study biological responses to sp...

space medicine analytics

NASA Glenn Research Center

operational
Cleveland

Develops critical space propulsion systems, power generation for spacecraft, and communications technologies. Operates world-class space simulation fa...

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

operational
Greenbelt

NASA's largest organization of scientists and engineers, developing Earth observation satellites, space telescopes including Hubble and Webb, and plan...

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center

operational
Huntsville

NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, established in 1960 and located in Huntsville, Alabama, serves as the agency’s lead center for propulsion systems...

space agency launch vehicles propulsion

NASASpaceFlight

operational
Orlando Est. 2005

NASASpaceFlight, founded in 2005 and based in Orlando, Florida, is a media organization specializing in coverage of launch vehicle development. The co...

media aerospace launch vehicles

NASTAR Center

operational
Southampton Est. 2007

First FAA-approved center for commercial human spaceflight crew qualification and training. Offers centrifuge training, high-G loading, space physiolo...

training testing space tourism

National Air and Space Museum

operational
Washington Est. 1946

The National Air and Space Museum, established in 1946 as part of the Smithsonian Institution, is dedicated to the preservation and display of aviatio...

education aerospace aviation

National Space Society

operational
Washington Est. 1974

National Space Society advocates for space exploration and settlement. Promotes public interest in space through education, outreach, and policy advoc...

advocacy education nonprofit

NeXolve

operational
Huntsville Est. 2009

NeXolve, now operating as a product line within Applied Aerospace & Defense, is a materials science and engineering company specializing in the resear...

materials composites spacecraft components

Northern Sky Research

operational
Cambridge Est. 2000

Northern Sky Research (NSR) provides market research and consulting for satellite and space markets. The company publishes industry reports and advise...

consulting research

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Structures

operational
Clearfield Est. 1968

Satellite structures and composites. Spacecraft bus structures. Antenna reflectors. Rocket fairings. Major supplier for commercial and government sate...

spacecraft components composites structures

Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems

operational
Dulles Est. 2018

Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems (formerly Orbital ATK) manufactures launch vehicles, satellites, and space systems. The division produces Antares ...

launch services satellite manufacturing

Northrop Grumman Space

operational
Dulles Est. 1994

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is a leading provider of comprehensive space solutions for government, civil, and commercial customers. Founded in 1994...

satellite manufacturing defense launch services

Northrop Grumman Space Systems

operational

Builds military satellites, missile warning systems, space-based infrared sensors, solid rocket motors, and provides launch services for national secu...

Northrop Grumman SpaceLogistics

operational

Provides on-orbit satellite servicing through Mission Extension Vehicle (MEV) fleet. First company to extend commercial satellite lifespan through ref...

Northwood Space

operational
El Segundo Est. 2022

Northwood Space builds the first shared network of phased array ground stations for satellites. Co-founded by Bridgit Mendler (CEO), raised $30M Serie...

ground systems antennas

NOVI Space

operational

NOVI Space is a United States-based company developing space-edge computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure for geospatial intelligence (GI...

satellite operators earth observation satellite services

NRO - National Reconnaissance Office

operational
Chantilly Est. 1961

The National Reconnaissance Office designs, builds, launches, and maintains America's intelligence satellites. NRO provides satellite intelligence to ...

space agency defense

NTS (National Technical Systems)

operational
Calabasas Est. 1961

Largest independent testing laboratory in North America. Provides space hardware environmental testing including thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, EMI...

testing

Numerica

operational
Fort Collins Est. 1996

Numerica, founded in 1996 and based in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a provider of space situational awareness (SSA) solutions. The company focuses on tr...

space situational awareness software defense

Numerica Corporation

operational
Loveland Est. 1996

Numerica Corporation develops software and sensors for space situational awareness. The company provides satellite tracking, collision prediction, and...

space situational awareness defense

Numerica Corporation Space

operational
Fort Collins Est. 1996

Numerica Corporation Space, founded in 1996 and based in Fort Collins, Colorado, focuses on providing space domain awareness (SDA) solutions. The comp...

space situational awareness defense software

Oak Ridge Space Applications

operational
Oak Ridge Est. 1943

Oak Ridge Space Applications, operating as part of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) since 1943, focuses on the development of space power systems....

research power systems materials

Oceaneering Space Systems

operational
Houston Est. 1988

Oceaneering Space Systems, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a key contractor specializing in life support and Extravehicular Ac...

aerospace human spaceflight robotics

Odyssey Space Research

operational

Develops flight software, GNC systems, and mission simulation for spacecraft from small satellites to human-rated vehicles. Supports NASA and DoD prog...

Olis Robotics

operational
Seattle Est. 2013

Olis Robotics, founded in 2013 and based in Seattle, Washington, develops software solutions for remote monitoring and diagnostics of industrial autom...

robotics software analytics

Open Lunar Foundation

operational
San Francisco Est. 2018

Founded in 2018, the Open Lunar Foundation is a San Francisco-based nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a peaceful and cooperative human pre...

lunar software research

Opterus R&D

operational

Colorado aerospace company combining high-strain composites with origami for deployable structures. 40-meter rigid booms fit in shoebox packages at 6....

ORBCOMM

operational
Rochelle Park Est. 1993

Global IoT provider operating 31 LEO satellites and ground infrastructure across 130+ countries. Serves 742,000 subscribers with OG2 LEO and IsatData ...

iot satellite communications

Orbit Fab

operational
Lafayette Est. 2018

Orbit Fab is building the in-space refueling infrastructure to extend satellite operational life, advertising itself as "gas stations in space." The C...

in space services propulsion refueling

Orbit Logic

operational
Greenbelt Est. 2000

Orbit Logic develops mission planning and scheduling software for satellite operators. Provides automated tools for spacecraft operations and ground s...

software services

Orbital Assembly Corporation

operational

Orbital Assembly Corporation, a subsidiary of Above: Space Development Corporation, is focused on the development of large-scale, rotating space stati...

in space services space stations human spaceflight

Orbital Composites

operational
San Jose Est. 2016

Orbital Composites develops robotic 3D printing technology for manufacturing large space structures. The company's systems enable in-space manufacturi...

in space manufacturing 3d printing composites

Orbital Insight

operational
Palo Alto Est. 2013

Orbital Insight is a geospatial analytics company using satellite imagery and AI to provide business intelligence. The company analyzes satellite data...

analytics

Orbital Sidekick

operational
San Francisco Est. 2016

Orbital Sidekick operates hyperspectral imaging satellites for infrastructure and environmental monitoring. The company provides spectral analysis ser...

earth observation

Orion Space Solutions

operational
Louisville Est. 2005

Orion Space Solutions (now part of Arcfield) is a leader in atmospheric science and space weather dynamics. The company is developing the Kraken missi...

space weather research

Outpost

operational
San Francisco Est. 2020

Founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, Outpost is a space technology company focused on developing in-space services, in-space manufacturing capa...

in space services in space manufacturing spacecraft

Overview Energy

operational

Developer of GEO satellites beaming solar energy as near-infrared light to Earth solar farms. Raised $20M, achieved world's first high-power wireless ...

Pacific Spaceport Complex Alaska

operational
Kodiak Est. 1991

Pacific Spaceport Complex Alaska (PSCA), operated by Alaska Aerospace Corporation on Kodiak Island, is the only commercial polar launch range in the U...

spaceports launch services earth observation

Panasonic Avionics

operational
Lake Forest Est. 1979

Panasonic Avionics, founded in 1979 and headquartered in Lake Forest, California, is a leading provider of in-flight entertainment (IFE) and connectiv...

satellite communications aviation connectivity

Parabolic Arc

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2005

Parabolic Arc, founded in 2005 and based in Los Angeles, is a media company focused on covering the commercial space industry. The company operates as...

media data services services

Paragon Space Development

operational
Tucson Est. 1993

Environmental control and life support systems provider for human spaceflight. Develops thermal control, water recovery, and atmospheric management sy...

human spaceflight thermal systems life sciences

Payload Space

operational
Washington Est. 2021

Payload is a space industry media company providing news, analysis, and research on commercial space. The publication covers space startups, investmen...

news media

Penn State Aerospace

operational
University Park

Penn State's Department of Aerospace Engineering focuses on propulsion systems, space systems engineering, and satellite technology with strong defens...

Penn State Applied Research Lab

operational
State College Est. 1945

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is a Department of Defense (DoD) designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC...

research defense aerospace

Peraton

operational
Herndon Est. 2017

Peraton provides mission-critical technology solutions for government customers including space and satellite operations. The company operates satelli...

defense ground systems

Phase Four

operational
El Segundo Est. 2015

Phase Four is a leading provider of electric propulsion systems for small satellites, developing innovative radio-frequency thrusters that simplify sp...

propulsion

PickNik Robotics

operational

Developer of MoveIt Pro motion planning software for space robotics autonomy. Powers advanced manipulation across NASA, ESA, and commercial space miss...

Pillsbury Space Practice

operational
Washington Est. 2015

International law firm with space industry practice covering launch licensing, satellite operations, space resource rights, and commercial human space...

space law regulatory consulting

Planet Federal

operational
San Francisco Est. 2010

Planet Federal is the government services division of Planet Labs, a San Francisco-based company founded in 2010 by former NASA scientists. Planet Lab...

earth observation government satellite operators

Planet Labs PBC

operational
San Francisco Est. 2010

Planet Labs PBC operates the largest constellation of Earth observation satellites, imaging the entire Earth daily. The company's fleet of over 200 Do...

earth observation satellite manufacturing analytics

PlanetIQ

operational
Golden Est. 2016

PlanetIQ operates satellites for GPS radio occultation weather measurements. The company provides atmospheric data for weather forecasting using signa...

earth observation weather

PowerLight Technologies

operational
Kent Est. 2006

PowerLight Technologies (formerly LaserMotive) provides power transmission via lasers, the first to prove the use of lasers to safely transfer electri...

power beaming

Pratt & Whitney Space Propulsion

operational
West Palm Beach Est. 1925

Pratt & Whitney develops rocket propulsion systems through its Rocketdyne heritage. The company's RL10 engine has powered over 500 space missions and ...

propulsion rocket engines aerospace

PredaSAR

operational
Melbourne Est. 2018

SAR constellation for defense applications. High-resolution radar imaging. Government and commercial services. Florida-based.

radar imaging earth observation defense

Predictive Science

operational
San Diego Est. 2008

Predictive Science Inc. is an employee-owned company developing sophisticated magnetohydrodynamic models of the Sun's corona and heliosphere. Supporti...

space weather research

Privateer Space

operational
Honolulu Est. 2021

Privateer Space develops software for space traffic management and debris tracking. Co-founded by Steve Wozniak, the company creates the Wayfinder pla...

space situational awareness analytics

Promus Ventures

operational
San Francisco Est. 2016

Promus Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in space and frontier technology companies. The firm supports startups developing tra...

space finance investment

Pulse Space

operational

Developer of laser-based space-to-space power transmission and situational awareness services. Partnership with Scout Space for 2026 demonstration mis...

Pumpkin Space Systems

operational
San Francisco Est. 2003

Pumpkin Space Systems is a worldwide leader in nanosatellite structures (CubeSat Kit), providing precision-machined Al 5052-H32 chassis components for...

satellite manufacturing components

Purdue AAE

operational
West Lafayette Est. 1945

Purdue’s School of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AAE), established in 1945 and located in West Lafayette, Indiana, is a leading academic and research ...

research academic aerospace

Purdue University

operational
West Lafayette

Known as the 'Cradle of Astronauts,' Purdue's School of Aeronautics and Astronautics has produced 25 astronauts including Neil Armstrong. Excels in pr...

Purdue Zucrow Labs

operational
West Lafayette Est. 1948

Purdue's Maurice J. Zucrow Laboratories is one of the largest academic propulsion labs in the world. Conducts rocket propulsion research and develops ...

research propulsion

Qorvo

operational
Greensboro Est. 2015

Qorvo was formed from RF Micro Devices and TriQuint merger. With 40+ years space heritage and over one million components launched, Qorvo leads in GaA...

electronics semiconductors

Quantum Computing Inc

operational

US quantum computing company awarded contract for NASA LIDAR data analysis. Applying quantum computing to Earth observation and space-based data proce...

Quantum Space

operational

US developer of Ranger multi-operations vehicle delivering payloads to GEO and cislunar space with 15+ year orbital lifespan. Building QuantumNet cons...

Quilty Analytics

operational
Tampa Est. 2017

Quilty Space, formerly Quilty Analytics, provides market research and financial analysis for the space industry. The company advises investors and com...

consulting

Quilty Space

operational
Tampa Est. 2019

Space industry advisory firm providing market research, M&A advisory, and strategic consulting. Specializes in LEO constellations, launch industry ana...

consulting research space finance

QuSecure

operational

Post-quantum cryptography leader pioneering quantum-resilient satellite communications. Demonstrated first U.S. live end-to-end satellite quantum-resi...

Raytheon

operational
El Segundo Est. 1922

Raytheon develops Next-Generation OPIR GEO missile warning satellites and LEO missile tracking constellations for Space Development Agency. Operates F...

defense satellite manufacturing

Raytheon Intelligence & Space

operational
Arlington Est. 2020

Raytheon Intelligence & Space develops satellites, sensors, and space systems for defense and intelligence applications. The company provides advanced...

satellite manufacturing defense

Raytheon Missiles & Defense

operational

RTX division developing missile defense interceptors, space-based sensors, kill vehicles, and integrated air and missile defense systems with space tr...

Raytheon Space

operational
Aurora Est. 1922

Raytheon, an RTX business, is a leading defense technology company providing advanced missile systems, space-based sensors, and ground systems for mis...

defense sensors

RBC Signals

operational
Seattle Est. 2018

RBC Signals provides global ground station network services for satellite operators. The company aggregates ground station capacity worldwide, offerin...

ground systems

Relativity Space

operational
Long Beach Est. 2015

Relativity Space is an aerospace manufacturer developing 3D-printed rockets using innovative additive manufacturing technology. Founded in 2015 and he...

launch services manufacturing

Rendezvous Robotics

operational

Developer of modular space robots for orbital construction and reconfigurable infrastructure. Exited stealth in 2025 with $3M funding for autonomous a...

reOrbital

operational

Developer of reusable orbital platform for launch, in-orbit operations, and payload recovery. Techstars Space 2024 graduate enabling circular economy ...

Riskpulse

operational
Austin Est. 2013

Riskpulse, founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, is a supply chain analytics company operating under the brand Everstream Analytics. The company...

analytics ai data services

Rock West Composites

operational
San Diego Est. 2006

Rock West Composites, founded in 2006 and based in San Diego, California, is a manufacturing company specializing in carbon fiber composite components...

composites materials manufacturing

Rocket Crafters

operational
Cocoa Est. 2010

Rocket Crafters, founded in 2010 and based in Cocoa, Florida, is a propulsion company focused on the development of hybrid rocket motors. The company ...

propulsion launch vehicles space technology

Rocket Lab Launch Complex 2

operational
Wallops Island Est. 2019

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company providing comprehensive space solutions, encompassing launch services, complete spacecraft development and m...

launch vehicles satellite manufacturing spacecraft components

Rogue Space Systems

operational
Laconia Est. 2020

Rogue Space Systems operates a fleet of Orbot spacecraft for satellite inspection, maintenance, repair, and transport across LEO, MEO, and GEO. The co...

in space services

RS Metrics

operational
Newark Est. 2009

RS Metrics is a geospatial analytics company founded in 2009 and based in Newark, United States. The company specializes in providing asset-level Envi...

analytics geospatial earth observation

SA Photonics

operational
Los Gatos Est. 2001

SA Photonics, acquired by CACI in 2022, specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of free-space optical communication systems and phot...

optical communications satellite communications defense

Sandia National Laboratories Space

operational
Albuquerque Est. 1949

Sandia National Laboratories, founded in 1949 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a national laboratory focused on delivering science and technol...

research defense nuclear

Satcom Direct

operational
Melbourne Est. 1997

Satcom Direct, founded in 1997 and based in Melbourne, United States, is a provider of global satellite communications and connectivity solutions, pri...

satellite communications satellite services aviation

Satelles

operational
Reston Est. 2012

Satelles provides positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services using Iridium satellite signals. The company's STL service provides GPS-independe...

navigation

Satellite Industry Association

operational
Washington Est. 1995

The Satellite Industry Association represents the commercial satellite industry in the United States. SIA advocates for satellite policy and publishes...

industry association advocacy satellite manufacturing

Satellite Today

operational
Rockville Est. 2010

Satellite Today, founded in 2010 and based in Rockville, United States, is a leading media outlet focused on delivering news and business intelligence...

media satellite communications communications

Satelytics

operational
Bowling Green Est. 2013

Founded in 2013 and based in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Satelytics is a geospatial analytics software company specializing in early detection of operati...

earth observation analytics data services

Sceye

operational
Los Alamos Est. 2014

Sceye, founded in 2014 and based in Los Alamos, United States, is developing stratospheric platforms for connectivity and Earth observation. The compa...

haps stratospheric earth observation

Scorpius Space Launch

operational
Torrance Est. 1999

Scorpius Space Launch, founded in 1999 and based in Torrance, California, specializes in the design, engineering, and production of advanced composite...

composites materials spacecraft components

Scout Space

operational
Boulder Est. 2021

Scout Space develops orbital servicing cameras and space domain awareness solutions. The company's Scout satellite cameras provide on-orbit inspection...

space situational awareness in space services sensors

Seagate Space

operational

Tampa-based maritime startup developing offshore launch platforms for small rockets. Gateway-S platform received ABS spaceport approval December 2024.

SEAKR Engineering

operational
Centennial Est. 1982

SEAKR Engineering develops advanced space electronics and processing systems. The company manufactures space computers, solid-state recorders, and dig...

components computing

Secure World Foundation

operational
Broomfield Est. 2002

A private operating foundation dedicated to the secure and sustainable use of space. Acts as research body, convener and facilitator to advocate for s...

policy research

Sedaro

operational
Arlington Est. 2016

Sedaro provides a cloud-based digital twin and mission simulation platform. The distributed multi-physics simulation operates at 10x lower cost than l...

software simulation

SES Government Solutions

operational
Reston Est. 2005

SES Government Solutions provides satellite communications and managed services to US government and military customers. Operates a fleet serving defe...

satellite communications defense

Sheppard Mullin Space

operational
Los Angeles Est. 1927

Sheppard Mullin is a full-service AmLaw 100 law firm with a significant and growing presence in the space industry, providing specialized legal counse...

legal space law government

Shield AI

operational
San Diego Est. 2015

Develops Hivemind AI pilot software enabling autonomous operations of aircraft and spacecraft without GPS or communications. Founded by former Navy SE...

robotics ai defense

Sierra Nevada Corporation Space

operational
Louisville Est. 1963

Sierra Space, founded in 1963 and based in Louisville, Colorado, is a leading aerospace company focused on the development of advanced space technolog...

spacecraft human spaceflight launch services

Sierra Nevada Corporation Space Systems

operational
Louisville Est. 1963

Sierra Nevada Corporation Space Systems is the space division of Sierra Nevada Corporation, a privately held aerospace and defense company founded in ...

satellite manufacturing spacecraft

Sierra Space Life Sciences

operational
Louisville Est. 2021

Division of Sierra Space focused on microgravity research and bio-manufacturing. Develops life science payloads and commercial research services for I...

life sciences in space manufacturing biotechnology

SiTime Corporation

operational
Santa Clara Est. 2004

SiTime Corporation, founded in 2004, is a leading provider of MEMS-based timing solutions, including precision oscillators, TCXOs, OCXOs, and resonato...

aerospace components spacecraft components

Skycorp

operational
Reston Est. 2011

Skycorp, founded in 2011 and based in Reston, Virginia, is a space company focused on in-space services and software development. The company speciali...

in space services software satellite operations

Skylo Technologies

operational
Mountain View Est. 2017

Non-terrestrial network provider enabling smartphones and IoT devices to connect via existing satellites. Launched D2D service in US and Canada. Partn...

satellite communications iot connectivity

Skyloom Global

operational
Oakland Est. 2017

Skyloom Global develops high-performance optical communications terminals for satellite-to-satellite and satellite-to-ground laser communications. A l...

optical communications

Slingshot Aerospace

operational
Austin Est. 2017

Slingshot Aerospace is a space data and tracking company providing advanced space domain awareness solutions. The company's Slingshot Beacon, Laborato...

space situational awareness software simulation

Slingshot Aerospace Beacon

operational
Austin Est. 2017

Slingshot's Beacon platform provides space domain awareness using commercial and government sensor data. Enables tracking and analysis of objects in o...

space situational awareness software

SmallSat Alliance

operational
Washington Est. 2017

Founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C., the SmallSat Alliance is a trade association dedicated to representing the interests of the U.S. small ...

small satellites industry association advocacy

Solestial

operational
Tempe Est. 2013

Solestial develops next-generation ultra-thin silicon solar cells that self-cure radiation damage at normal space temperatures. Operates 30,000 sq ft ...

power systems

Southwest Research Institute

operational
San Antonio Est. 1947

Southwest Research Institute develops space instruments and conducts planetary science research. SwRI built instruments for New Horizons, Juno, and ot...

research instruments

Space & Satellite Professionals Intl

operational
New York Est. 1983

Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) is a trade association founded in 1983 and based in New York, serving professionals worldwide wit...

industry association services recruitment

Space Adventures

operational
Vienna Est. 1998

Space Adventures is a space tourism company that has flown private citizens to the International Space Station. The company arranges orbital and subor...

space tourism

Space Angels

operational
New York Est. 2007

Space-focused investment network. Invested in 90+ space companies. Annual Space Investment Quarterly report. Pioneer in space startup ecosystem develo...

investment space technology

Space Camp

operational
Huntsville Est. 1982

Space Camp at US Space & Rocket Center has inspired over one million alumni over 42 years with NASA astronaut training focusing on teamwork and leader...

education training

Space Capital

operational
New York Est. 2017

Space Capital is a venture capital firm focused on the space economy. The firm invests in companies across the space value chain including geospatial ...

space finance investment

Space Center Houston

operational
Houston Est. 1992

Official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center, attracting 1.25 million visitors annually. Welcomes 250,000 teachers and students to educational...

education

Space Cowboy

operational

Active debris remediation startup capturing and removing small space debris from Low Earth Orbit while repurposing collected materials for in-space ma...

Space Development Agency

operational
Washington Est. 2019

The Space Development Agency (SDA) is a U.S. Department of Defense organization developing the National Defense Space Architecture. SDA procures proli...

space agency defense

Space Dynamics Laboratory

operational
Logan Est. 1959

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), founded in 1959 and located in Logan, Utah, is a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) specializing in mission...

research satellite manufacturing defense

Space Environment Technologies

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2001

Space Environment Technologies (SET) is a premier commercial space weather company providing mitigation instrumentation and cloud-based data applicati...

space weather data services

Space Florida

operational
Cape Canaveral Est. 2006

Space Florida, established in 2006, functions as Florida’s aerospace development agency, focused on fostering the growth of the space industry within ...

spaceports consulting government

Space Force

operational
Washington Est. 2019

The United States Space Force is the space service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. USSF organizes, trains, and equips space forces to protect U.S. an...

space agency defense

Space Foundation

operational
Colorado Springs Est. 1983

The Space Foundation is a nonprofit organization advocating for the global space industry. The organization hosts the annual Space Symposium and promo...

industry association

Space Intel Report

operational
Denver Est. 2017

Space Intel Report provides intelligence and analysis on the space industry, covering commercial space activities, policy developments, and market tre...

news media research

Space ISAC

operational
Colorado Springs Est. 2019

Space Information Sharing and Analysis Center. Cybersecurity threat sharing for space sector. Critical infrastructure protection. Government and indus...

cybersecurity

Space Leasing International

operational
New York Est. 2023

Space Leasing International (SLI) is the world's first dedicated space leasing company, a subsidiary of Libra Group. SLI owns and leases satellites, g...

space finance

Space Micro (LaserComm)

operational
San Diego Est. 2018

Miniaturized optical communication terminals for small satellites. Part of Space Micro. Demonstrated inter-satellite links. SDA and DoD programs.

optical communications small satellites

Space Nuclear Power Corporation

operational
Los Alamos Est. 2001

Space Nuclear Power Corporation (SpaceNukes) is a US-based company specializing in the design and fabrication of fission reactor power systems for spa...

power systems nuclear spacecraft components

Space Perspective

operational
Cape Canaveral Est. 2019

Space Perspective offers gentle balloon flights to the edge of space. The company's Spaceship Neptune capsule carries passengers to 100,000 feet for m...

space tourism

Space Policy Group

operational

Space Policy Group is an independent consulting firm specializing in analysis of the evolving global space sector. Founded by veteran Mike French, the...

consulting government investment

Space Science Institute

operational
Boulder Est. 1992

The Space Science Institute conducts planetary science research and space education. The Boulder-based institute operates imaging systems on space mis...

research

Space Services Inc

operational
Houston Est. 1980

Space Services Inc., founded in 1980 and based in Houston, Texas, is a provider of unique memorialization services focused on space-based launches. Th...

launch services services space tourism

Space Tango

operational
Lexington Est. 2014

Space Tango provides microgravity research and manufacturing services. The company operates automated research facilities on the ISS and develops tech...

in space services research space medicine

Space Telescope Science Institute

operational
Baltimore Est. 1981

The Space Telescope Science Institute operates the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes for NASA. STScI conducts astronomical research and manages t...

research

Space Weather Prediction Center

operational
Boulder Est. 1965

The Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC), established in 1965 and based in Boulder, Colorado, serves as the official U.S. government source for spac...

space weather analytics government

Spaceflight Inc.

operational
Seattle Est. 2011

Spaceflight Inc. is a Seattle-based aerospace company specializing in rideshare launch coordination and satellite deployment services, acquired by Fir...

satellite services rideshare launch services

Spaceflight Industries

operational
Seattle Est. 2011

Spaceflight Industries provides rideshare launch services and mission management for small satellites. The Seattle-based company has coordinated hundr...

rideshare launch services services

Spaceflight Now

operational
Orlando Est. 1999

Spaceflight Now, founded in 1999 and based in Orlando, Florida, is a dedicated online media outlet focused on space exploration and launch coverage. T...

media services data services

Spacefund

operational
Houston Est. 2017

SpaceFund is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage space companies. The firm provides capital and expertise to entrepreneurs building the ne...

space finance investment

SpaceKnow

operational
New York Est. 2013

SpaceKnow provides an AI-powered satellite data analytics platform for economic monitoring and global intelligence. By analyzing optical and SAR data,...

geospatial analytics

SpaceLogistics

operational
Dulles Est. 2016

SpaceLogistics is a Northrop Grumman subsidiary providing on-orbit satellite servicing. The company operates Mission Extension Vehicles (MEVs) and Mis...

in space services

SpaceMicro

operational
San Diego Est. 2002

Voyager, founded in 2002 and based in San Diego, is a technology company specializing in both national security and space solutions. The company devel...

electronics satellite subsystems defense

SpaceNews

operational
Washington Est. 1989

SpaceNews is a leading media company covering the space industry. The publication provides news, analysis, and coverage of commercial, civil, and mili...

media

Spaceport America

operational
Truth or Consequences Est. 2011

Spaceport America in New Mexico is the world's first purpose-built commercial spaceport. The facility serves as the operating base for Virgin Galactic...

spaceports

SpaceQuest

operational
Fairfax Est. 1994

AAC SpaceQuest, located in Fairfax, Virginia, is a provider of small satellite solutions and space-data services. Founded in 1994 and now a brand of A...

satellite manufacturing satellite operators small satellites

SpaceRef

operational
Washington Est. 1999

SpaceRef, founded in 1999 and based in Washington, D.C., is a media company focused on delivering news and information related to the space industry. ...

media services data services

SpaceTEC

operational
Cocoa Est. 2002

SpaceTEC is a national resource center for aerospace technical education. The organization develops standards and certifications for space and aerospa...

education research

SpaceVIP

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2021

SpaceVIP is a space tourism agency offering exclusive space travel experiences and orbital stays. The company arranges private astronaut missions and ...

space tourism

SpaceWorks Enterprises

operational
Atlanta Est. 2000

Specializes in concept development, economic analysis, technology impact assessment, and systems analyses for future space systems. Merges Wall Street...

consulting engineering

SpaceX

operational
Brownsville Est. 2002

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX) is the world's leading private aerospace company, founded by Elon Musk in 2002 with the mission of reduc...

launch services satellite manufacturing human spaceflight

SpaceX Starfactory

operational
Hawthorne Est. 2002

SpaceX, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hawthorne, California, is a vertically integrated aerospace manufacturer and space transportation service...

launch services launch vehicles spacecraft

SpaceX Starshield

operational
Hawthorne Est. 2022

SpaceX's national security satellite service. Starlink variant for government. DoD contracts for secure communications. Missile tracking constellation...

defense satellite operators

SpaceX Starship

operational
Boca Chica Est. 2012

Starship is SpaceX's fully reusable super heavy-lift launch system designed for missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Standing 120 meters tall with ...

launch services launch vehicles human spaceflight

Spectrolab

operational
Sylmar Est. 1956

Spectrolab, a Boeing company, is the world's leading manufacturer of space solar cells. The company produces high-efficiency multi-junction solar cell...

components power systems

SpiderOak

operational
Mission Est. 2007

Zero-trust security platform for space systems. OrbitSecure for satellite communications. Protecting space assets from cyber threats. Incubed program ...

cybersecurity satellite communications

Spire Assure

operational
San Francisco Est. 2012

Spire Assure, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, is a data and analytics company specializing in the design, build, and operation of a large ...

satellite operators earth observation analytics

Spire Weather

operational
Vienna Est. 2012

Spire Weather, founded in 2012 and based in Vienna, United States, is a data and analytics company specializing in satellite-based weather forecasting...

earth observation weather satellite operators

Squire Patton Boggs Space

operational
Washington Est. 1890

Squire Patton Boggs Space is a specialized practice within the full-service international law firm, Squire Patton Boggs, focusing on space policy and ...

legal space law consulting

SSL

operational
Palo Alto Est. 1957

Space Systems Loral, now Maxar Space Systems. GEO satellite manufacturing leader. 100+ satellites built. Electric propulsion pioneer. All-electric 130...

satellite manufacturing telecommunications satellite operators

SSL MDA Holdings

operational
Palo Alto Est. 1957

SSL (Space Systems Loral), now Maxar Technologies' manufacturing division, builds commercial communications satellites and spacecraft systems. The com...

satellite manufacturing

ST Engineering iDirect

operational
Herndon Est. 1994

Satellite communications technology provider developing VSAT hubs, satellite routers, and network management platforms. Serves enterprise, government,...

satellite communications ground systems electronics

Stanford Space Initiative

operational
Stanford Est. 2013

Stanford Space Initiative is a student-run organization developing satellites, rockets, and other space systems. Building the next generation of space...

research education university

Stanford Space Rendezvous Lab

operational
Stanford Est. 2013

Stanford Space Rendezvous Lab (SRL), founded in 2013 at Stanford University, is a research and academic organization focused on the development of aut...

research academic robotics

Starbridge Venture Capital

operational
Denver Est. 2019

Starbridge Venture Capital invests in early-stage space companies. The firm is backed by Lockheed Martin and NTT and supports entrepreneurs building s...

space finance investment

Starburst Aerospace

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2012

Starburst Aerospace is a global aerospace and defense startup accelerator and VC founded in Paris, now headquartered in Los Angeles. Operating Starbur...

investment accelerator

Starcloud

operational

Orbital AI data center company that trained first AI model in space using NVIDIA H100 GPU. Y Combinator S24 graduate backed by NVIDIA Inception. Plann...

Starfish Space

operational
Kent Est. 2019

Starfish Space is developing the Otter spacecraft for satellite servicing, enabling life extension through docking and repositioning of satellites in ...

in space services

Starlab

operational
Denver Est. 2022

Starlab Space is a US-led joint venture established in 2022, focused on developing the next generation of commercial space stations. The company aims ...

space stations human spaceflight research

Starlink

operational
Hawthorne Est. 2015

Starlink is a satellite internet constellation operated by Starlink Services, LLC, a subsidiary of SpaceX, providing high-speed, low-latency broadband...

satellite communications satellite operators

Stellar Exploration

operational
San Luis Obispo Est. 2003

Stellar Exploration, Inc., founded in 2003 and based in San Luis Obispo, California, develops affordable rocket propulsion systems and miniaturized ae...

propulsion small satellites spacecraft components

Stratolaunch

operational
Seattle Est. 2011

Stratolaunch operates the world's largest aircraft by wingspan as an airborne launch platform. Developing hypersonic test vehicles and launch services...

launch services aerospace

Surrey Satellite Technology US

operational
Englewood Est. 2008

Surrey Satellite Technology US (SSTL US) is the American subsidiary of Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL), established in 2008 and based in Englew...

satellite manufacturing small satellites satellites

Swift Navigation

operational
San Francisco Est. 2012

Swift Navigation, founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, is a technology company specializing in precise positioning solutions utilizing Real-Tim...

gnss navigation software

Techshot

operational
Greenville Est. 1988

Techshot develops bioprinting and life sciences hardware for space. Created the first 3D bioprinter in space and provides commercial research services...

space medicine biotechnology in space services

Techstars Space

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2020

Space-focused accelerator partnered with USAF, Lockheed Martin. 3-month programs for space startups. Investment and mentorship. Part of global Techsta...

accelerator incubator space technology

Teledyne Energy Systems

operational
Hunt Valley Est. 1968 TDY

Develops radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs) and fuel cells for spacecraft. Built Multi-Mission RTGs for Mars rovers in partnership with Aer...

nuclear power systems

Teledyne FLIR Space

operational
Thousand Oaks Est. 1978 TDY

Develops infrared imaging systems and sensors for space applications. Provides focal plane arrays, imaging sensors, and complete camera systems for Ea...

sensors

Tendeg

operational
Louisville Est. 2016

Tendeg specializes in deployable space antennas with 25+ systems flown at 100% deployment success. Trusted by Capella, NASA, and Lockheed Martin. Depl...

antennas deployable structures

Terran Orbital (Lockheed)

operational
Boca Raton Est. 2013

Terran Orbital, a Lockheed Martin company based in Boca Raton, Florida, focuses on the design, manufacture, and operation of small satellites. Founded...

satellite manufacturing small satellites defense

Tethers Unlimited

operational
Bothell Est. 1994

Develops space tethers, in-space manufacturing systems, and deorbit devices. SpiderFab technology for building large structures in orbit. HYDROS water...

robotics in space manufacturing propulsion

Tethers Unlimited (now Amergint Space)

operational
Bothell Est. 1994

Amergint Space, now operating as part of ARKA AMERGINT Technologies, is a Bothell, Washington-based company focused on the development of in-space ser...

in space services manufacturing robotics

Tex Tech Industries

operational

Specialty textiles and thermal protection systems manufacturer since 1904. Q Shield TPS for space vehicles. Ablative coatings, FRSI for 600°F, Strain ...

Texas A&M Aerospace

operational
College Station

Texas A&M's Department of Aerospace Engineering ranks #10 nationally with strong programs in space systems, propulsion, and satellite communications. ...

The Planetary Society

operational
Pasadena Est. 1980

The Planetary Society is the world's largest space interest group with members in 100+ countries. Advocates for planetary exploration and searches for...

advocacy education research

The Space Review

operational
Washington Est. 2003

The Space Review, founded in 2003 and based in Washington, D.C., is a media and analysis organization focused on the space industry. The company’s cor...

media government space law

ThermAvant Technologies

operational

ThermAvant Technologies is a U.S.-based company specializing in advanced heat transfer solutions, with a core focus on oscillating heat pipe (OHP) tec...

space technology thermal systems spacecraft components

ThinKom Solutions

operational
Torrance Est. 2000

ThinKom develops phased array antennas for aeronautical and ground mobile satellite communications. Provides connectivity solutions for commercial avi...

antennas satellite communications

Thompson Hine Space Law

operational
Cleveland Est. 1911

Thompson Hine is a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 attorneys across eight offices, providing legal services with a specialized f...

legal space law services

Tomorrow.io

operational
Boston Est. 2016

Tomorrow.io is a weather intelligence company operating proprietary radar satellites for weather prediction. The company combines satellite data with ...

earth observation weather

Toray Composite Materials

operational
Tacoma Est. 1992

Toray produces carbon fiber composite materials conforming to NASA and European standards with 30 years of spaceflight heritage. Materials used in nea...

materials composites

Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH)

operational
Houston Est. 2016

TRISH advances human health and performance for deep space exploration. NASA-funded consortium led by Baylor College of Medicine focused on space biom...

space medicine research

Trimble

operational
Westminster Est. 1978

Trimble, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Westminster, Colorado, is a global provider of positioning technologies and solutions. The company focus...

gnss navigation software

Trimble Space

operational
Sunnyvale Est. 1978

Trimble, founded in 1978 and based in Sunnyvale, California, is a technology company specializing in positioning solutions. While broadly applicable a...

navigation gnss geospatial

True Anomaly

operational
Denver Est. 2022

True Anomaly is a Colorado-based defense technology company developing the Jackal spacecraft for space domain awareness and rendezvous proximity opera...

defense spacecraft

TrustPoint

operational
Tucson Est. 2015

TrustPoint is developing miniature navigation systems for GPS-denied environments. The company creates chip-scale atomic clocks and inertial sensors f...

navigation

Twigg Corporation

operational
Chatsworth Est. 1976

Twigg Corporation, founded in 1976 and located in Chatsworth, California, is a precision component manufacturer serving the aerospace and defense indu...

components manufacturing aerospace

Type One Ventures

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2020

Type One Ventures invests in early-stage space and frontier technology companies. The firm focuses on companies developing breakthrough capabilities i...

space finance investment

UC Berkeley Space Sciences Lab

operational
Berkeley Est. 1959

The Space Sciences Lab (SSL) at UC Berkeley is a leading research institution dedicated to space exploration and the development of innovative space i...

research academic planetary science

UCLA Institute for Planets and Exoplanets

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2015

The UCLA Institute for Planets and Exoplanets (iPlex) is a research-focused academic institute dedicated to the study of planetary systems. Founded in...

research academic planetary science

Ultra Safe Nuclear

operational
Seattle Est. 2011

Ultra Safe Nuclear (USNC), founded in 2011 and based in Seattle, Washington, is a company focused on the development of nuclear thermal propulsion (NT...

propulsion nuclear space technology

Umbra

operational
Santa Barbara Est. 2015

Umbra is a commercial space company operating an advanced synthetic aperture radar satellite constellation delivering the highest resolution SAR image...

earth observation radar imaging

United Launch Alliance

operational
Centennial Est. 2006

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is a premier launch services provider formed as a joint venture between Lockheed Martin and Boeing, delivering reliable a...

launch services

University of Arizona LPL

operational
Tucson Est. 1960

Lunar and Planetary Laboratory leads major planetary science missions including the OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample return and HiRISE Mars camera. A global...

research planetary science

University of Colorado Boulder

operational
Boulder

CU Boulder's Smead Aerospace Engineering Sciences department receives more NASA funding than any other public university, leading research in satellit...

University of Colorado Boulder Aerospace

operational
Boulder Est. 1959

The University of Colorado Boulder's Aerospace Engineering Sciences department is a leading research institution for space science and engineering. Th...

research education university

University of Colorado LASP

operational
Boulder Est. 1948

Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) is the world's only research institute to send instruments to all eight planets. Leads space scien...

research planetary science

University of Illinois Aerospace

operational
Urbana

UIUC's Department of Aerospace Engineering excels in hypersonics, spacecraft design, and space propulsion research with strong ties to NASA and major ...

University of Michigan Aerospace

operational
Ann Arbor

The University of Michigan's Department of Aerospace Engineering is ranked #6 nationally, conducting cutting-edge research in space systems, propulsio...

University of Michigan SPRL

operational
Ann Arbor Est. 1958

Space Physics Research Laboratory develops spacecraft instruments and conducts space plasma physics research. Built instruments for multiple NASA and ...

research spacecraft

University of Texas at Austin Space Research Center

operational
Austin Est. 1960

The University of Texas at Austin Space Research Center is a long-standing research institution, established in 1960, focused on space-based Earth obs...

research university earth observation

University of Washington Aerospace

operational
Seattle

The University of Washington's William E. Boeing Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics maintains strong partnerships with Boeing, Blue Origin, an...

Ursa Major Technologies

operational
Berthoud Est. 2015

Ursa Major Technologies is an American company developing and manufacturing rocket engines and propulsion systems. The company produces the Hadley ker...

propulsion

Ursa Space Systems

operational
Ithaca Est. 2014

Ursa Space provides SAR analytics and intelligence products. Aggregates satellite radar data to monitor global economic activity, infrastructure, and ...

analytics earth observation maritime

USC Astronautics

operational
Los Angeles

USC's Department of Astronautical Engineering is one of the oldest in the nation, specializing in spacecraft design, orbital mechanics, and space miss...

USC Space Engineering Research Center

operational
Los Angeles Est. 2012

The USC Space Engineering Research Center (SERC), established in 2012 as part of the USC Viterbi Department of Astronautical Engineering, is a leading...

research academic aerospace

USRA

operational
Columbia Est. 1969

Universities Space Research Association is a nonprofit with 121 member universities conducting space research and operating facilities including the Q...

education research

UT Austin Aerospace

operational
Austin Est. 1928

UT Austin Aerospace, formally the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics within the Cockrell School of Engineering at the Unive...

research academic aerospace

Utah State University Space Dynamics Lab

operational
North Logan Est. 1959

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) sponsored by the U.S. Space Force and affiliated with Utah State Uni...

research university sensors

VACCO Industries

operational
South El Monte Est. 1954

VACCO Industries is a long-established designer and manufacturer of specialty fluid control products serving the defense, space, and commercial sector...

propulsion components manufacturing

Vandenberg Space Force Base

operational
Lompoc Est. 1957

Vandenberg Space Force Base in California is the primary West Coast launch site for polar and sun-synchronous orbit missions. The base hosts SpaceX, U...

spaceports defense

Varda Space Industries

operational
El Segundo Est. 2020

Founded in January 2021 by former SpaceX engineer Will Bruey and Founders Fund partner Delian Asparouhov, Varda Space Industries is pioneering in-spac...

in space services manufacturing pharmaceutical

Vast Space

operational

Vast Space is a U.S.-based company developing next-generation commercial space stations, with a primary focus on establishing a long-term human presen...

space stations human spaceflight in space services

Velo3D

operational
Campbell Est. 2014

Velo3D is a metal additive manufacturing company with Sapphire printers capable of printing at zero degrees without support. SpaceX's first customer i...

manufacturing 3d printing

Vescent Photonics

operational

US developer of radiation-hardened optical frequency combs for space clocks and navigation systems. Enabling precise quantum timing for satellite appl...

Via Satellite

operational
Potomac Est. 1986

Via Satellite provides news, analysis, and market research for the satellite industry. Leading publication covering satellite communications and space...

media research

ViaSat Government Systems

operational
Carlsbad Est. 2010

ViaSat Government Systems, founded in 2010 and based in Carlsbad, United States, is a provider of secure communications solutions for government clien...

satellite communications satellite services defense

Vicor Corporation

operational
Andover Est. 1981

Manufactures radiation-tolerant modular power solutions for LEO and MEO satellites. Opened $75M 90,000 sq ft fabrication facility for ChiP power modul...

power systems

Virginia Tech Aerospace

operational
Blacksburg

Virginia Tech's Kevin T. Crofton Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering is ranked among the top 15 globally, specializing in hypersonics and sp...

VORAGO Technologies

operational

VORAGO Technologies is a U.S.-based company specializing in radiation-hardened and radiation-tolerant microcontrollers and microprocessors for mission...

components spacecraft components electronics

Voyager Space

operational
Denver Est. 2019

Voyager Space is a space exploration company building the future of commercial space stations and in-space services through strategic acquisitions and...

space stations satellite services

VPT Inc

operational
Blacksburg Est. 1993

World's largest supplier of radiation-hardened DC-DC power converters for military, aerospace, and satellite markets. Products on GPS satellites and m...

power systems

W.L. Gore Space

operational
Newark Est. 1958

W.L. Gore Space, a division of W.L. Gore & Associates founded in 1958, focuses on providing specialized materials and components for the space industr...

spacecraft components components materials

Wallops Flight Facility

operational
Wallops Island Est. 1945

NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia supports orbital and suborbital launches, including Northrop Grumman's Antares rocket for ISS resupply miss...

spaceports research

Wiley Rein Space Practice

operational
Washington Est. 1983

Leading telecommunications and satellite law firm representing clients before the FCC, FAA, and international regulatory bodies. Expertise in spectrum...

space law regulatory

World View

operational
Tucson Est. 2012

World View operates stratospheric balloon systems for tourism and Earth observation. The company offers stratospheric flights and provides commercial ...

space tourism earth observation

World View Enterprises

operational
Tucson Est. 2012

World View Enterprises designs, manufactures, and operates stratospheric balloon flight technology for space tourism and stratospheric observation. Th...

space tourism stratospheric haps

Xage Security

operational
Palo Alto Est. 2016

Cybersecurity firm specializing in zero trust solutions for space systems. Protects Space Force networks, satellite ground stations, and space assets ...

cybersecurity software

Xplore

operational

Dual-use hyperspectral satellite company. XCUBE-1 delivers world-leading 4.2m hyperspectral resolution. NOAA Tier-3 license for nation's most capable ...

Zafgen Law

operational
Washington Est. 2020

Zafgen Law is a Washington, D.C.-based legal firm founded in 2020 specializing in the burgeoning field of space law. The firm focuses its practice on ...

space law legal services

Zero Gravity Corporation

operational
Arlington Est. 2004

Zero Gravity Corporation (ZERO-G) is the world's only FAA-approved commercial provider of weightless parabolic flights in the United States. Operating...

space tourism research

Amphenol Space

public
Wallingford Est. 1932 APH

Amphenol Aerospace is a leading global supplier of space-qualified interconnect solutions, delivering hermetically sealed connectors, high-speed fiber...

spacecraft components connectors components

AST SpaceMobile

public
Midland Est. 2017 ASTS

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard smartphones, without requiring s...

satellite communications

Astra

public
Alameda Est. 2016 ASTR

Astra Space is a launch services company focused on providing frequent, affordable access to space for small satellites. Founded in 2016 and headquart...

launch services launch vehicles propulsion

Astra Space

public
Alameda Est. 2016 ASTR

Astra Space is an American space company developing launch vehicles and spacecraft electric propulsion systems from its facilities in Alameda and Atwa...

launch services

BlackSky

public
Herndon Est. 2014 BKSY

BlackSky is a real-time space-based intelligence company operating one of the most advanced commercial Earth observation systems, combining the Spectr...

earth observation analytics

Boeing Space

public
Arlington Est. 1916 BA

Boeing Space & Launch is a division of The Boeing Company responsible for spacecraft development, space station operations, and launch vehicle systems...

satellite manufacturing human spaceflight defense

Booz Allen Hamilton

public
McLean Est. 1914 BAH

Booz Allen Hamilton is a technology consulting company providing solutions using AI, cyber, and advanced technologies for government and commercial cu...

defense consulting space technology

Booz Allen Hamilton Space

public
McLean Est. 1914 BAH

Booz Allen Hamilton has served for more than 60 years as a trusted space program partner for defense, intelligence, and civil agencies across the fede...

consulting defense

BWX Technologies Space

public
Lynchburg Est. 1867 BWXT

BWX Technologies (NYSE: BWXT) stands at the forefront of nuclear technology development for space exploration, playing a pivotal role in NASA's ambiti...

nuclear propulsion

CACI International Space

public
Reston Est. 1962 CACI

CACI International is a leading provider of mission-critical space solutions, delivering advanced signals intelligence, optical communications, and sa...

defense software ground systems

Comtech Telecommunications

public
Melville Est. 1967 CMTL

Comtech Telecommunications is a leading provider of satellite communications technology, delivering mission-critical ground station equipment, modems,...

satellite communications ground systems

Curtiss-Wright Space

public
Davidson Est. 1929 CW

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions provides radiation-tolerant electronics and data acquisition systems for the most demanding space applications, deliv...

spacecraft components electronics defense

Ducommun Space

public
Santa Ana Est. 1849 DCO

Aerospace structures and electronics. Radar assemblies. Satellite structural components. Defense and space hardware. One of oldest US aerospace suppli...

spacecraft components electronics structures

EchoStar

public
Englewood Est. 1980 SATS

EchoStar Corporation is a satellite communications company providing satellite television, broadband, and technology services. The company operates sa...

satellite operators satellite communications broadcasting

EchoStar Corporation

public
Englewood Est. 1980 SATS

EchoStar Corporation is an American telecommunications company specializing in satellite communication, wireless telecommunications, and internet serv...

satellite communications telecommunications broadcasting

GE Aerospace Space Systems

public
Cincinnati Est. 1917 GE

GE Aerospace provides space systems including power electronics, thermal management systems, and additive manufactured components for satellites and l...

propulsion electronics aerospace

General Dynamics

public
Reston Est. 1899 GD

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company with a history dating back to 1899. The company operates across a broad portfolio encompass...

defense aerospace manufacturing

Globalstar

public
Covington Est. 1991 GSAT

Globalstar is a leading provider of mobile satellite voice and data services, operating the world's newest and most advanced low-Earth orbit (LEO) sat...

satellite communications satellite operators iot

Gogo Business Aviation

public
Broomfield Est. 1991 GOGO

Gogo Business Aviation is the leading provider of in-flight connectivity solutions for business aviation, operating proprietary air-to-ground networks...

satellite communications aviation

Heico Space

public
Hollywood Est. 1957 HEI

HEICO Corporation (NYSE: HEI, HEI.A) has evolved from a small aerospace components manufacturer into one of the most successful growth stories in the ...

spacecraft components electronics connectors

Honeywell Space

public
Phoenix Est. 1906 HON

Honeywell Space, a division of the major aerospace supplier Honeywell, focuses on providing critical components and systems for both crewed and uncrew...

spacecraft components electronics sensors

Intuitive Machines

public
Houston Est. 2013 LUNR

Intuitive Machines is a leading commercial lunar services company providing spacecraft, landers, and space infrastructure supporting NASA's return to ...

lunar spacecraft

Iridium Communications

public
McLean Est. 2001 IRDM

Iridium Communications is a satellite communications company operating the world's only truly global mobile satellite network. The Iridium constellati...

satellite communications satellite operators iot

Jacobs

public
Dallas Est. 1947 J

Jacobs is a global engineering and consulting firm founded in 1947, with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and a team of nearly 43,000 profe...

engineering consulting aerospace

Jacobs Engineering

public
Dallas Est. 1947 J

Jacobs provides engineering and technical services for NASA centers and defense space programs. Major contractor for ground systems, launch support, a...

engineering defense ground systems

KBR

public
Houston Est. 1998 KBR

KBR provides engineering and mission support services for NASA, the US military, and commercial space programs. Major contractor for ISS operations an...

engineering defense ground systems

Kratos Defense

public
San Diego Est. 1994 KTOS

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Diego, California, is a technology company focused on the defense ...

ground systems defense satellite communications

Kratos Defense Space

public
San Diego Est. 1994 KTOS

Provides satellite ground systems and products including quantumGS virtual ground, RT Logic signal processing, and satellite command/control software....

ground systems software satellite communications

L3Harris Technologies

public
Melbourne Est. 2019 LHX

L3Harris Technologies is a global aerospace and defense technology company operating as "The Trusted Disruptor" across air, land, sea, space, and cybe...

satellite manufacturing defense ground systems

Leidos

public
Reston Est. 1969 LDOS

Leidos provides technology and engineering solutions for defense, intelligence, and civil markets including space systems. The company develops satell...

defense satellite services

Leidos Holdings

public
Reston Est. 1969 LDOS

Leidos Holdings is an American defense, aviation, information technology, and biomedical research company with approximately 48,000 employees. The com...

defense aerospace space technology

Lockheed Martin Space

public
Littleton Est. 1995 LMT

Lockheed Martin Space is a business segment of Lockheed Martin Corporation, one of the world's largest defense and aerospace companies. The Space segm...

satellite manufacturing defense human spaceflight

Mercury Systems Space

public
Andover Est. 1981 MRCY

Secure processing for defense and space. Rad-hard electronics. Space-qualified signal processing. Trusted computing. Growing space electronics portfol...

spacecraft components electronics defense

Microchip Space

public
San Jose Est. 1987 MCHP

Radiation-tolerant and radiation-hardened microcontrollers, FPGAs, and power management ICs for space applications. Acquired Microsemi's space portfol...

spacecraft components semiconductors electronics

Momentus

public
San Jose Est. 2017 MNTS

Momentus is a commercial space company providing in-space infrastructure services including orbital transportation, hosted payloads, and in-orbit serv...

in space services spacecraft

Momentus Space

public
San Jose Est. 2017 MNTS

Momentus Space, founded in 2017 and based in San Jose, California, is a company focused on providing in-space transportation services. Specifically, M...

in space services propulsion electric propulsion

Moog Inc

public
East Aurora Est. 1951 MOG.A

Moog Inc. manufactures precision motion control components and systems for spacecraft. The company produces reaction wheels, solar array drives, propu...

components propulsion

NextNav

public
McLean Est. 2007 NN

NextNav, founded in 2007 and based in McLean, Virginia, is a technology company focused on enhancing geolocation services with a particular emphasis o...

navigation geospatial data services

Northrop Grumman

public
Falls Church Est. 1939 NOC

Northrop Grumman Corporation is a global aerospace and defense technology company that is a leading provider of space systems, launch vehicles, and sa...

launch services satellite manufacturing defense

Palantir Technologies Space

public
Denver Est. 2003 PLTR

Palantir Technologies is a leading software company providing data analytics and artificial intelligence platforms for defense, intelligence, and spac...

software analytics defense

Parker Hannifin Space

public
Irvine Est. 1917 PH

Parker Hannifin Space, a division of the century-old Parker Hannifin Corporation, focuses on the design and manufacture of critical components for the...

spacecraft components propulsion thermal systems

Parsons Corporation

public
Centreville Est. 1944 PSN

Parsons Corporation provides technology solutions for defense and intelligence including space systems. The company develops satellite ground systems,...

defense software

Parsons Space

public
Chantilly Est. 1944 PSN

Parsons Corporation is a leading provider of space operations and ground systems solutions, supporting nearly 200 different space programs over the pa...

defense ground systems

Planet Labs

public
San Francisco Est. 2010 PL

Planet Labs PBC is a leading Earth observation company operating the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites ever deployed. Founded in 2010 by forme...

earth observation satellite manufacturing

Redwire

public
Jacksonville Est. 2020 RDW

Redwire Corporation is a leading space infrastructure company pioneering in-space manufacturing, 3D bioprinting, and advanced spacecraft systems. With...

satellite manufacturing in space services

Redwire Corporation

public
Jacksonville Est. 2020 RDW

Redwire Corporation is an American aerospace manufacturer specializing in deployable structures and solar arrays. Acquired Roccor and Deployable Space...

deployable structures power systems spacecraft components

Redwire Space

public
Jacksonville Est. 2020 RDW

Redwire Space, founded in 2020 and based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a developing space infrastructure company. Currently focused on in-space manufac...

in space manufacturing components manufacturing

Rocket Lab

public
Long Beach Est. 2006 RKLB

Rocket Lab is a leading aerospace company providing end-to-end space solutions including launch services, spacecraft manufacturing, and on-orbit opera...

launch services satellite manufacturing spacecraft

RTX Corporation

public
Arlington Est. 2020 RTX

RTX Corporation (formerly Raytheon Technologies) is the world's largest aerospace and defense company with more than 185,000 global employees. Formed ...

defense aerospace satellite manufacturing

SAIC

public
Reston Est. 2013 SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation provides technology solutions for government including space and satellite systems. SAIC develops satel...

defense satellite services

Sidus Space

public
Cape Canaveral Est. 2012 SIDU

Sidus Space is an American company manufacturing satellites and providing space services from Cape Canaveral. The company builds multi-sensor satellit...

satellite manufacturing earth observation

SiriusXM Holdings

public
New York Est. 2008 SIRI

SiriusXM is America's leading audio entertainment company providing satellite radio and online radio services. Formed from the 2008 merger of Sirius a...

satellite operators broadcasting telecommunications

SkyWater Technology

public
Bloomington Est. 2017 SKYT

SkyWater Technology is the only US-owned pure-play silicon semiconductor foundry and DMEA-accredited Category 1A Trusted Foundry for the Department of...

semiconductors electronics manufacturing

Spire Global

public
Vienna Est. 2012 SPIR

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that collects data through its proprietary satellite constellation and provides predictive insights...

earth observation satellite manufacturing analytics

Spirit AeroSystems Space

public
Tulsa Est. 2005 SPR

Spirit AeroSystems Space, a division of Spirit AeroSystems, focuses on the design and manufacture of large-scale aerostructures for the space sector. ...

spacecraft components structures manufacturing

Teledyne Technologies Space

public
Thousand Oaks Est. 1999 TDY

Teledyne Technologies Space, founded in 1999 and based in Thousand Oaks, California, focuses on the design and manufacture of advanced space-based sen...

spacecraft components sensors electronics

Texas Instruments Space

public
Dallas Est. 1951 TXN

Space-grade analog and power management semiconductors. High-reliability components for satellite power systems, sensors, and data acquisition. Long h...

spacecraft components semiconductors electronics

TransDigm Space

public
Cleveland Est. 1993 TDG

TransDigm designs and manufactures aerospace components including actuators, valves, and ignition systems used in launch vehicles and satellites. The ...

components aerospace propulsion

Triumph Group Space

public
Berwyn Est. 1993 TGI

Triumph Group manufactures aerospace structures and components including composite structures, thermal protection systems, and mechanical components f...

aerospace structures components

Viasat

public
Carlsbad Est. 1986 VSAT

Viasat is a global communications company pioneering secure, reliable satellite connectivity for consumers, businesses, governments, and military forc...

satellite communications satellite operators connectivity

Virgin Galactic

public
Tustin Est. 2004 SPCE

Virgin Galactic is a spaceflight company within the Virgin Group that develops commercial spacecraft and aims to provide suborbital spaceflights to sp...

space tourism human spaceflight

Woodward Aerospace

public
Fort Collins Est. 1870 WWD

Woodward designs and manufactures control systems, fuel systems, and actuation components for aerospace applications including rocket engine controls ...

propulsion components aerospace

Above Space Development

development
Houston Est. 2021

Founded in 2021 and based in Houston, Texas, Above Space Development is a commercial space technology company focused on the design and development of...

space stations in space services spacecraft

Ad Astra Rocket Company

development
Webster Est. 2005

Ad Astra Rocket Company develops the VASIMR (Variable Specific Impulse Magnetoplasma Rocket) electric propulsion system. Founded by astronaut Franklin...

propulsion

Additive Rocket Corporation

development
Henderson Est. 2018

Additive Rocket Corporation (ARC), founded in 2018 and based in Henderson, United States, is a space company focused on the development of 3D printed ...

propulsion 3d printing manufacturing

Aerojet Rocketdyne AR1

development
Sacramento Est. 2015

Aerojet Rocketdyne AR1, founded in 2015 and based in Sacramento, United States, is a company focused on the development of rocket propulsion systems a...

propulsion aerospace spacecraft components

Aetherflux

development
San Carlos Est. 2024

Founded by Robinhood co-founder Baiju Bhatt to beam solar power from LEO satellites via infrared lasers. Raised $60M from Breakthrough Energy Ventures...

space solar power beaming

Aevum Inc

development
Huntsville Est. 2016

Aevum Inc. developed the Ravn X, the world's largest unmanned aircraft system designed for autonomous satellite launches. The air-launch system aimed ...

launch services

Agile Space Industries

development
Durango Est. 2016

Agile Space Industries, founded in 2016 and based in Durango, United States, is a space technology company focused on the development of advanced prop...

propulsion 3d printing spacecraft components

Albedo

development
Denver Est. 2020

Albedo is pioneering very low Earth orbit (VLEO) satellite imaging, operating satellites between 250-450 km altitude to deliver unprecedented 10-centi...

earth observation

Albedo Space

development
Denver Est. 2020

Albedo Space, founded in 2020 and based in Denver, Colorado, is a space company specializing in Earth observation through the development and operatio...

earth observation satellite operators satellites

Amazon Kuiper Government

development
Seattle Est. 2022

Amazon Kuiper Government, founded in 2022 and based in Seattle, Washington, is a business unit focused on providing satellite-communications services ...

satellite communications government satellite operations

Amazon Project Kuiper

development
Redmond Est. 2019

Project Kuiper is Amazon's initiative to deploy a 3,236-satellite LEO constellation for global broadband connectivity. Targeting underserved communiti...

satellite communications connectivity

Antares Industries

development
Torrance Est. 2023

Antares Industries, founded in 2023 and based in Torrance, California, is a developing space technology company focused on advanced power systems. The...

power systems nuclear spacecraft components

Apex Space

development
Los Angeles Est. 2022

Founded in 2022 and based in Los Angeles, Apex Space is a rapidly growing space company focused on the design and mass-manufacturing of modular satell...

satellite manufacturing spacecraft satellites

Apolink

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Apolink is a newly established satellite communications company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2023. The company focuses on developing...

satellite communications connectivity satellite services

Aquarian Space

development
Los Angeles Est. 2021

Aquarian Space, founded in 2021 and based in Los Angeles, is a space company focused on developing communications solutions for lunar and deep space e...

satellite communications lunar communications

AscendArc

development
Portland Est. 2023

AscendArc, founded in 2023 and based in Portland, United States, is a satellite manufacturing company focused on designing and producing low-cost smal...

satellite manufacturing satellites satellite communications

Atlas AI

development
Palo Alto Est. 2016

Atlas AI, founded in 2016 and based in Palo Alto, California, is a company focused on delivering analytics derived from satellite data. Currently cate...

earth observation geospatial data services

Atomos Space

development
Denver Est. 2020

Atomos Space develops orbital transfer vehicles for satellite delivery and repositioning. The company provides in-space transportation services to mov...

in space services

Avalanche Energy

development
Seattle Est. 2018

Avalanche Energy, founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, Washington, is a space-focused company developing compact fusion devices. The company concentr...

propulsion nuclear power systems

Basalt Technology

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Basalt Technology is a newly established company, founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, focused on the emerging field of in-space manufacturing....

materials in space manufacturing manufacturing

BlackSky Defense

development
Herndon Est. 2018

BlackSky Defense is a U.S.-based company specializing in real-time space-based intelligence solutions for defense, intelligence, and global security o...

defense earth observation satellite operators

Boeing HorizonX

development
Chicago Est. 2017

Boeing HorizonX is the venture capital arm of The Boeing Company, established in 2017. Focused on aerospace innovation, HorizonX operates as a strateg...

investment aerospace space technology

Canopy Aerospace

development
Denver Est. 2021

Founded in 2021 and based in Denver, Colorado, Canopy Aerospace & Defense specializes in advanced ceramic additive manufacturing for demanding applica...

materials manufacturing aerospace

CisLunar Industries

development
Boulder Est. 2021

CisLunar Industries develops electromagnetic induction furnaces for in-space metal processing and recycling. The company is creating the METAL framewo...

in space manufacturing lunar

Continuum Space Systems

development
Pasadena Est. 2021

isContinuum Space Systems, founded in 2021 and based in Pasadena, California, is a relatively new entrant into the space industry focused on software ...

software satellite operations services

Crescent Space Services

development
Denver Est. 2023

Crescent Space Services, a Lockheed Martin subsidiary, provides the Parsec cislunar communications and navigation network using a constellation of sma...

lunar satellite communications

D-Orbit USA

development
San Jose Est. 2019

D-Orbit USA, established in 2019 and based in San Jose, California, focuses on providing space logistics and transportation services. As the US-based ...

launch services in space services satellite operations

E-Space

development
Sarasota Est. 2021

E-Space develops a sustainable satellite network designed for responsible deorbiting. Building communications constellation with debris mitigation bui...

satellite communications debris removal

Earth Observant

development
Los Angeles Est. 2020

Earth Observant develops high-resolution imaging satellites using large deployable apertures. The company's technology enables high-resolution imagery...

earth observation

Elodin

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Elodin is a San Francisco-based software company founded in 2023 focused on the rapidly growing field of space situational awareness (SSA). The compan...

space situational awareness software analytics

eSAT Global

development
San Diego Est. 2017

eSAT Global, founded in 2017 and based in San Diego, is a satellite communications company focused on providing direct-to-satellite Internet of Things...

satellite communications iot satellite services

Eta Space

development
Rockledge Est. 2019

Eta Space develops cryogenic fluid management technology for in-space refueling. Building systems for long-duration storage of liquid hydrogen and oxy...

propulsion

Firefly Blue Ghost

development
Cedar Park Est. 2021

Firefly Aerospace is a U.S.-based space company founded in 2021 focused on enabling launch, landing, and operations across space, with a particular em...

launch services launch vehicles in space services

Firefly Defense

development
Cedar Park Est. 2023

Firefly Defense is the defense-focused division of Firefly Aerospace, a U.S.-based space company founded in 2023, providing launch and space services....

launch vehicles in space services lunar

First Resonance

development
Los Angeles Est. 2018

First Resonance, founded in 2018 and a Y Combinator company, provides manufacturing software solutions for hardware companies. Their core product, ION...

software manufacturing ai

Google Cloud Satellite

development
Mountain View Est. 2021

Google Cloud Satellite is a relatively new venture, founded in 2021, focused on extending Google Cloud’s infrastructure and capabilities to support sa...

ground systems data services satellite communications

Gravitics

development
Kent Est. 2020

Gravitics develops large-volume space station modules and habitats. The company manufactures expandable modules and outfitting systems for commercial ...

space stations manufacturing

Green Launch

development
Austin Est. 2019

Green Launch, founded in 2019 and based in Austin, Texas, is a launch vehicle company focused on dramatically reducing the cost and increasing the ava...

launch services launch vehicles small satellites

Hadrian

development
Torrance Est. 2020

Hadrian, founded in 2020 and based in Torrance, California, is a manufacturing company focused on developing automated precision component factories f...

manufacturing aerospace robotics

HawkEye 360 Federal

development
Herndon Est. 2020

HawkEye 360 Federal is a US-based company specializing in space-based signals intelligence (SIGINT) solutions for defense, intelligence, and national ...

satellite operators satellite services defense

Helicity Space

development
Pasadena Est. 2018

Helicity Space, founded in 2018 and based in Pasadena, California, is a propulsion technology company focused on developing fusion-powered systems for...

propulsion power systems space technology

Hera Systems

development
San Jose Est. 2014

Hera Systems develops small Earth observation satellites for commercial and government customers. Building affordable high-resolution imaging platform...

satellite manufacturing earth observation

Hermeus

development
Atlanta Est. 2018

Hermeus develops hypersonic aircraft for military and commercial applications. Building reusable air-breathing hypersonic platforms for rapid global t...

aerospace propulsion

Hubble Network

development
Seattle Est. 2021

Hubble Network, founded in 2021 and based in Seattle, Washington, is a developing satellite communications company focused on the emerging field of In...

satellite communications iot satellite services

Impulse Space

development
Redondo Beach Est. 2021

Impulse Space is developing in-space transportation services using orbital transfer vehicles to deliver satellites from rideshare drop-off orbits to t...

in space services propulsion

Interlune

development
Seattle Est. 2022

Interlune develops technology to harvest helium-3 from the lunar surface. Plans to extract and return helium-3 for fusion energy and other application...

lunar

Inversion Space

development
Torrance Est. 2021

Earth return capsules for point-to-point delivery and space manufacturing. Ray capsule for rapid cargo delivery from orbit. SpaceX and Y Combinator ba...

human spaceflight space logistics launch services

Istari Digital

development
Arlington Est. 2022

Istari Digital, founded in 2022 and based in Arlington, Virginia, is a software company focused on developing an engineering simulation platform for d...

software simulation aerospace

K2 Space

development
Los Angeles Est. 2022

K2 Space is a satellite manufacturing startup developing ultra-large, high-capability spacecraft at small satellite price points for a post-Starship f...

satellite manufacturing

Karman+

development
Denver Est. 2021

Karman+ is developing technologies for space resource utilization and asteroid mining. The company focuses on extracting valuable materials from aster...

asteroid mining space resources robotics

Kleos Robotics

development
Pasadena Est. 2018

Kleos Robotics, founded in 2018 and based in Pasadena, California, is a space technology company focused on the development of robotic arms and manipu...

robotics in space services satellite manufacturing

Kuiper Systems

development
Redmond Est. 2019

Amazon's Project Kuiper is developing a low Earth orbit satellite constellation to provide global broadband internet. The project plans to deploy 3,23...

connectivity leo

Kythera Space Solutions

development
Bethesda Est. 2015

Kythera Space Solutions, founded in 2015 and based in Bethesda, United States, develops dynamic management systems for the space industry, focusing on...

software satellite communications satellite operations

L3Harris Space and Airborne Systems

development
Melbourne Est. 2019

L3Harris Space and Airborne Systems, founded in 2019 and based in Melbourne, United States, focuses on developing and delivering advanced payloads and...

defense aerospace satellite communications

Laser Light Communications

development
Vienna Est. 2013

Laser Light Communications is developing a global optical communications network using MEO satellites. The company's HALO constellation would provide ...

satellite communications laser communications

Launcher Space Services

development
Hawthorne Est. 2018

Launcher Space Services, a company under the Vast umbrella, is focused on providing launch services, specifically orbital deployment for small satelli...

launch services launch vehicles small launcher

Leo Aerospace

development
Los Angeles Est. 2017

Leo Aerospace, founded in 2017 and based in Los Angeles, is a launch services company focused on providing dedicated and responsive access to space fo...

launch services launch vehicles small satellites

Lockheed Martin Habitation

development
Denver Est. 2018

Lockheed Martin Habitation, established in 2018 and based in Denver, Colorado, focuses on the development of space habitats, specifically for lunar ap...

aerospace human spaceflight spacecraft

Lunasonde

development
Pasadena Est. 2023

Lunasonde is a newly established (founded 2023) space technology company based in Pasadena, specializing in lunar prospecting rovers and subsurface im...

lunar robotics space technology

Mangata Networks

development
Boulder Est. 2020

Hybrid MEO/HEO satellite network for persistent coverage. Edge computing and communications. Focus on government and enterprise markets. Multi-orbit a...

satellite operators communications

Max Space

development
San Francisco Est. 2022

Max Space, founded in 2022 and based in San Francisco, United States, is a company currently focused on the development of inflatable modules. While i...

manufacturing space stations space technology

Momentus Vigoride

development
San Jose Est. 2020

Momentus Vigoride is an in-space services company founded in 2020 and based in San Jose, California. The company focuses on providing in-space transpo...

in space services propulsion electric propulsion

Moon Express

development
Cape Canaveral Est. 2010

Moon Express develops lunar landers for commercial exploration and resource extraction. The company aims to unlock lunar resources including water ice...

lunar

Muon Space

development
Mountain View Est. 2021

Muon Space is an end-to-end space systems provider designing, building, and operating LEO satellite constellations for climate monitoring, weather obs...

earth observation

Near Space Labs

development
Brooklyn Est. 2017

Near Space Labs is a Brooklyn-based geospatial imaging company founded in 2017 that provides high-resolution Earth observation data captured from stra...

earth observation geospatial data services

Northrop Grumman HALO

development
Dulles Est. 2019

Northrop Grumman HALO, established in 2019 and based in Dulles, Virginia, is a business unit of Northrop Grumman focused on developing and delivering ...

space stations lunar spacecraft

NxtComm

development
Atlanta Est. 2019

NxtComm, founded in 2019 and based in Atlanta, United States, is a company focused on the development of advanced antenna technology. Specifically, Nx...

antennas satellite communications components

Odysseus Space

development
Houston Est. 2020

Odysseus Space, founded in 2020 and based in Houston, Texas, is a relatively new entrant into the in-space services sector. The company focuses on pro...

in space services propulsion satellite operations

Offworld

development
Pasadena Est. 2016

Offworld, founded in 2016 and based in Pasadena, California, is a robotics company focused on developing autonomous robotic systems for resource extra...

robotics space resources lunar

Omnispace

development
Washington Est. 2012

Omnispace is developing a global hybrid 5G network combining satellite and terrestrial systems. The company holds strategic spectrum licenses enabling...

satellite communications

Orbit Beyond

development
Edison Est. 2018

Orbit Beyond develops configurable lunar landers (Z-01, Z-02) with 300+ kg payload capacity for NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) progra...

lunar lunar landers lunar rovers

Orbital Assembly

development
Fontana Est. 2019

Orbital Assembly is developing commercial space stations with artificial gravity for tourism and research. The company's Voyager Station concept would...

space tourism space stations

Orbital Mechanics

development
Boulder Est. 2022

Orbital Mechanics is a relatively new space technology company founded in 2022 and based in Boulder, Colorado. The company focuses on developing softw...

software space situational awareness analytics

Orbital Operations

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Orbital Operations is a newly established space technology company founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on deve...

software satellite operations space technology

Orbital Reef

development
Kent Est. 2021

Orbital Reef is a planned commercial space station being developed by Blue Origin and Sierra Space. The station will provide research, manufacturing, ...

space stations

Orbite

development
Seattle Est. 2019

Building commercial astronaut training and spaceflight gateway campuses with centrifuge, neutral buoyancy facility, VR training, and spacecraft simula...

training space tourism simulation

Outpost Space

development
Santa Monica Est. 2021

Outpost Space develops reusable cargo return and reentry capsule technology for bringing payloads back from orbit. Their vehicles use lightweight fabr...

in space services spacecraft

Outpost Technologies

development
San Francisco Est. 2020

Developing reusable reentry capsules for returning cargo from space. Feather capsule design. Focus on in-space manufacturing logistics. Y Combinator a...

human spaceflight space logistics in space services

Phantom Space

development
Tucson Est. 2019

Phantom Space is an American company developing the Daytona rocket for responsive small satellite launches. The company aims to provide high-frequency...

launch services

Phantom Space Corp

development
Tucson Est. 2019

Phantom Space Corporation, founded in 2019 and based in Tucson, Arizona, is a vertically integrated space company focused on providing end-to-end solu...

launch services satellite manufacturing small satellites

Phantom Space Corporation

development
Tucson Est. 2019

Phantom Space Corporation, founded in 2019 and based in Tucson, Arizona, is a vertically integrated space company focused on providing end-to-end solu...

launch services satellite manufacturing small satellites

Phantom Works Space

development
Huntington Beach Est. 2020

Phantom Works Space is a research and development division of The Boeing Company, located in Huntington Beach, California. Established in 2020, the or...

defense research aerospace

Phase Space Manufacturing

development
Seattle Est. 2020

Phase Space Manufacturing, founded in 2020 and based in Seattle, United States, is a manufacturing company focused on advanced motion capture systems....

manufacturing robotics research

Planetoid Mines

development
Reno Est. 2003

Planetoid Mines develops patented ISRU technology for lunar and asteroid mining. The company created the Lunar Mining and Manufacturing Rover capable ...

asteroid mining lunar

Point One Navigation

development
San Francisco Est. 2016

Point One Navigation is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2016 specializing in high-precision positioning solutions. The company provides a cen...

gnss navigation data services

Prime Lightworks

development
Los Angeles Est. 2022

Prime Lightworks, founded in 2022 and based in Los Angeles, is a space technology company focused on the development of laser communication systems fo...

laser communications components satellite communications

Privateer

development
Maui Est. 2021

Privateer is building a comprehensive map of all objects in Earth orbit for space sustainability. Founded by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, the compa...

space situational awareness

Quindar

development
New York Est. 2019

Founded in 2019 and based in New York, Quindar provides a Satellite Mission Management as a Service (MMaaS) platform designed to streamline and accele...

software ground systems satellite operations

Qunnect

development
New York Est. 2018

Qunnect, founded in 2018 and based in New York, is a hardware company focused on developing infrastructure for the emerging quantum internet. The comp...

quantum telecommunications optical communications

Radian Aerospace

development
Seattle Est. 2016

Radian Aerospace is developing Radian One, a horizontal takeoff/landing single-stage-to-orbit spaceplane—the 'holy grail' of space transportation. The...

launch services human spaceflight

Reflect Orbital

development
Hawthorne Est. 2021

Plans 57-satellite constellation of mylar reflectors at 373 miles altitude to extend solar farm operating hours after sunset. Raised $35.2M including ...

space solar

Rocket Lab National Security

development
Long Beach Est. 2021

Rocket Lab National Security is a division of Rocket Lab, an end-to-end space company providing launch services, spacecraft development and manufactur...

launch services launch vehicles satellite manufacturing

Rocket Lab Photon

development
Long Beach Est. 2019

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company providing comprehensive space solutions, from launch services to complete spacecraft and satellite component...

launch services launch vehicles satellite manufacturing

Rocket Lab Rutherford Factory

development
Long Beach Est. 2018

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company providing comprehensive space solutions, from launch services and spacecraft development to satellite compon...

launch services launch vehicles satellite manufacturing

RTX Ventures

development
Waltham Est. 2022

RTX Ventures is the venture capital arm of RTX, a leading technology and aerospace company established in 2022 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts. Th...

investment aerospace aviation

Sarda Technologies

development
Sunnyvale Est. 2019

Sarda Technologies, founded in 2019 and based in Sunnyvale, California, is a company focused on the development of satellite terminal technology. Curr...

satellite communications ground systems antennas

Saturn Satellite Networks

development
Denver Est. 2022

Saturn Satellite Networks, founded in 2022 and based in Denver, Colorado, is a developing company focused on the satellite-communications sector. The ...

satellite communications satellite manufacturing satellites

Scepter Industries

development
Denver Est. 2021

Scepter Industries, founded in 2021 and based in Denver, Colorado, is a space company focused on the development of proliferated satellite systems. Th...

satellite manufacturing defense small satellites

SciPeople

development
Washington Est. 2019

SciPeople is a recruitment firm specializing in talent acquisition for the space and technology industries. Founded in 2019 and based in Washington, U...

recruitment services staffing

SEArch+

development
New York Est. 2015

Space Exploration Architecture (SEArch+), founded in 2015 and based in New York, is a firm specializing in the design of human-supporting concepts for...

space stations consulting human spaceflight

Sierra Space

development
Louisville Est. 2021

Sierra Space is a commercial space company developing the Dream Chaser spaceplane, Orbital Reef commercial space station, and related space technologi...

space stations spacecraft human spaceflight

Skyborne Technologies

development
Atlanta Est. 2019

Skyborne Technologies, founded in 2019 and based in Atlanta, United States, is a space technology company focused on the development of nuclear therma...

propulsion nuclear space technology

SkyFi

development
San Francisco Est. 2020

SkyFi, founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, is a rapidly developing company focused on providing on-demand satellite imagery and geospatial ana...

earth observation data services analytics

Solideon

development
San Francisco Est. 2022

Solideon is developing autonomous micro-factories for aerospace, defense, energy, and maritime sectors. These portable manufacturing systems can produ...

manufacturing in space manufacturing 3d printing

Space Economy Report

development
New York Est. 2020

Space Economy Report, founded in 2020 and based in New York, is a media and analytics company focused on covering commercial developments within the s...

media analytics data services

Space Entertainment Enterprise

development
Los Angeles Est. 2021

Space Entertainment Enterprise (SEE), founded in 2021 and based in Los Angeles, is a nascent company focused on the emerging field of space entertainm...

space stations space tourism in space services

Space Radiation Services

development
Boulder Est. 2022

Space Radiation Services, founded in 2022 and based in Boulder, Colorado, is an engineering consulting and research firm specializing in radiation tes...

testing engineering services

Space Talent

development
New York Est. 2020

Space Talent, founded in 2020 and based in New York, is a recruitment and staffing company focused specifically on the space and technology industries...

recruitment staffing investment

SpaceBelt

development
Los Angeles Est. 2014

SpaceBelt is developing a space-based data center network for secure global data storage and transmission. The company aims to provide cloud computing...

satellite communications

Spaceium

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Spaceium, founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, is a nascent space company focused on developing orbital refueling infrastructure. The company p...

in space services satellite services propulsion

SpaceLink

development
McLean Est. 2020

SpaceLink is developing a data relay system providing continuous connectivity for LEO satellites and spacecraft. The company's MEO relay constellation...

satellite communications optical communications in space services

SpaceLink (Electra)

development
Vienna Est. 2020

SpaceLink is developing a MEO satellite relay network for continuous space-to-ground communications. Providing data transport for LEO satellites and s...

satellite communications data services

SpaceLogistics LLC

development
Dulles Est. 2016

SpaceLogistics LLC, founded in 2016 and located in Dulles, Virginia, operates as a subsidiary of Northrop Grumman, a global aerospace, defense, and se...

in space services robotics satellite operations

Spacerex

development
Los Angeles Est. 2023

Spacerex is a Los Angeles-based satellite communications company founded in 2023. The company develops satellite communication systems, positioning it...

satellite communications satellites communications

SpiderFab (Tethers Unlimited)

development
Bothell Est. 2012

SpiderFab develops in-space manufacturing and construction robots. Building systems that can fabricate large structures and spacecraft components in o...

manufacturing robotics

SpinLaunch

development
Long Beach Est. 2014

SpinLaunch is developing a kinetic launch system that uses centrifugal acceleration to launch payloads. The company's approach uses a ground-based rot...

launch services

Spire Aviation

development
Boulder Est. 2018

Spire Aviation, founded in 2018 and based in Boulder, Colorado, is a data and analytics provider specializing in aviation intelligence. The company fo...

data services aviation earth observation

Spire Defense

development
Vienna Est. 2018

Spire Defense, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, is a data and analytics company focused on providing comprehensive information f...

satellite operators earth observation small satellites

Star Catcher Industries

development
Jacksonville Est. 2024

Building first space energy grid using optical power beaming to satellites. Holds world record at 1.1kW optical power beaming. Raised $12.25M seed fro...

space solar power beaming

Star Harbor Academy

development
Lone Tree Est. 2024

53-acre training facility for space tourists opening 2026. Features microgravity flights, neutral buoyancy facility, high-G centrifuge, land/underwate...

training space tourism simulation

Starlab Space

development
Denver Est. 2021

Starlab is a planned commercial space station being developed by Voyager Space, Airbus, and Mitsubishi. The station will provide research and manufact...

space stations

Stellar Blu

development
Denver Est. 2020

Stellar Blu, founded in 2020 and based in Denver, Colorado, is a space technology company focused on the development of electronically steered array (...

antennas satellite communications satellite subsystems

Stoke Space

development
Kent Est. 2019

Stoke Space is developing Nova, a fully reusable medium-lift launch vehicle designed for rapid turnaround and long operational life. Based in Kent, Wa...

launch services

Stoke Space Technologies

development
Kent Est. 2019

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kent, Washington, Stoke Space Technologies is a launch vehicle company focused on developing fully reusable rocke...

launch vehicles launch services propulsion

Tauri

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Tauri, founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, is a space technology company focused on the emerging field of space mining. The company is develop...

space resources asteroid mining space technology

Telesat Government Solutions

development
Washington Est. 2015

Telesat Government Solutions is the government services division of Telesat Corporation, a global satellite operator founded in 2015 and publicly trad...

satellite communications satellite operators government

Terrafuse AI

development
Palo Alto Est. 2020

Terrafuse AI, founded in 2020 and based in Palo Alto, California, is a climate risk analytics company focused on providing hyperlocal risk assessments...

analytics data services geospatial

The Spaceport Company

development
Florida Est. 2020

Founded in 2020 and based in Florida, The Spaceport Company is a developing provider of mobile, sea-based launch infrastructure and services for the a...

launch services spaceports ground systems

ThinkOrbital

development
Denver Est. 2021

ThinkOrbital is pioneering autonomous in-space assembly and welding technology. In May 2024, the company demonstrated the first-ever orbital electron ...

in space manufacturing construction

TransAstra

development
Lake View Terrace Est. 2015

TransAstra develops technologies for asteroid mining and space resource utilization. The company's Omnivore engine uses material found in space as pro...

asteroid mining space resources propulsion

Turion Space

development
Irvine Est. 2020

Turion Space develops spacecraft for space logistics including debris removal and on-orbit servicing. Building solutions for sustainable space operati...

in space services debris removal

Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation

development
Seattle Est. 2011

Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation develops nuclear power and propulsion systems for space applications. The company's technologies include compact nuclea...

propulsion nuclear

Vast

development
Long Beach Est. 2021

Founded in 2021 by cryptocurrency entrepreneur Jed McCaleb, Vast is developing artificial gravity space stations to expand human presence beyond Earth...

space stations human spaceflight

Vaya Space

development
Cocoa Est. 2017

Vaya Space (formerly Rocket Crafters) develops STAR-3D vortex hybrid engines using 3D-printed non-explosive thermoplastic fuel (99% recycled) and LOX,...

launch services propulsion

Veloces

development
Los Angeles Est. 2023

Veloces is a Los Angeles-based space company founded in 2023 focused on the development of launch vehicles. Currently, the company’s core business cen...

launch services launch vehicles small launcher

Venturi Astrolab

development
Hawthorne Est. 2020

Venturi Astrolab develops the FLEX Rover, a lunar terrain vehicle featuring unique hyper-deformable wheels, 1,500 kg payload capacity, and 10-year ope...

lunar lunar rovers robotics

Venus Aerospace

development
Houston Est. 2020

Venus Aerospace develops high-speed point-to-point transportation including hypersonic spaceplanes. Building Mach 9 capable aircraft for rapid global ...

aerospace propulsion

Vestigo Aerospace

development
San Luis Obispo Est. 2018

Vestigo Aerospace, founded in 2018 and based in San Luis Obispo, California, is a space technology company focused on addressing the growing challenge...

components satellite subsystems in space services

Viasat Real-Time Earth

development
Denver Est. 2015

Viasat Real-Time Earth (RTE), a Denver-based company founded in 2015, operates as a division of the larger Viasat Inc., a global communications compan...

satellite communications ground systems satellite operations

Virtus Solis

development
Pontiac Est. 2022

Virtus Solis, founded in 2022 and based in Pontiac, United States, is a company focused on the development of space-based solar power (SBSP) systems. ...

power systems space technology satellite services

Wave Motion Launch

development
San Francisco Est. 2023

Wave Motion Launch is a newly established launch vehicle company founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, California. The company is currently focu...

launch services launch vehicles space technology

Windborne Systems

development
Palo Alto Est. 2019

Windborne Systems, founded in 2019 and based in Palo Alto, California, is a space-focused company specializing in enhanced atmospheric data collection...

earth observation weather sensors

Xona Space Systems

development
San Mateo Est. 2019

Xona Space Systems is developing a LEO satellite constellation for high-accuracy, resilient positioning services. The company aims to provide centimet...

navigation

Xplore Inc

development
Redmond Est. 2017

Xplore Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Redmond, Washington, is a space-as-a-service provider focused on delivering solutions to commercial, governm...

software satellite operations satellite services

York Space S-Class

development
Denver Est. 2018

York Space Systems, founded in 2018 and based in Denver, Colorado, is a space company focused on providing complete end-to-end mission solutions. The ...

satellite manufacturing satellite operations satellite communications

Zeno Power

development
Washington Est. 2018

Zeno Power develops radioisotope power systems for space applications. The company's technology provides long-duration power for spacecraft and lunar/...

propulsion power systems

AGI (Analytical Graphics)

acquired
Exton Est. 1989

Analytical Graphics, now part of Ansys, develops Systems Tool Kit (STK) and other software for space mission analysis and operations. The company's so...

software space situational awareness

Coherent Navigation

acquired
San Mateo Est. 2008

LEO navigation using Iridium signals. Acquired by Apple 2015. Pioneer in LEO-based positioning. Technology incorporated into iPhone.

navigation leo

COMSAT

acquired
Bethesda Est. 1962

Pioneer satellite communications company. Original Intelsat shareholder. Built Comsat Labs. Acquired by Lockheed Martin. Historic role in global satel...

satellite communications maritime

Deep Space Industries

acquired
San Jose Est. 2013

Asteroid mining company and propulsion developer. Comet water thrusters. Acquired by Bradford Space 2019. Transitioned to propulsion technology focus.

asteroid mining propulsion space resources

Honeybee Robotics

acquired
Altadena Est. 1983

Honeybee Robotics develops robotic systems and mechanisms for space exploration. Now part of Blue Origin, the company has built sampling systems, dril...

robotics instruments

Launcher

acquired
Hawthorne Est. 2017

Launcher was an American company developing the Orbiter satellite carrier and E-2 rocket engine. The company focused on in-space transportation using ...

launch services in space services

Launcher (acquired by Vast)

acquired
Hawthorne Est. 2017

Launcher developed rocket engines and orbital transfer vehicles using 3D printing. Acquired by Vast in 2023 to support space station propulsion needs.

propulsion launch services

Loral Space & Communications

acquired
New York Est. 1992

Loral Space & Communications was a major satellite manufacturer and operator. The company built communications satellites through its Space Systems/Lo...

satellite manufacturing satellite communications

Made In Space

acquired
Jacksonville Est. 2010

Founded in August 2010 by Aaron Kemmer, Jason Dunn, Mike Chen, and Michael Snyder during Singularity University, Made In Space became the pioneer of s...

in space services manufacturing

Maxar Intelligence

acquired
Westminster Est. 2017

Maxar Intelligence provides geospatial intelligence and Earth observation data to government and commercial customers. Operates the WorldView satellit...

earth observation defense analytics

Orbion Space Technology

acquired
Houghton Est. 2016

Michigan-based electric propulsion company developing Aurora Hall effect thrusters for small satellites. University of Michigan spin-off focused on lo...

propulsion electric propulsion

Phasor Solutions

acquired
Washington Est. 2009

Phasor Solutions was a US-based company founded in 2009 specializing in electronically-steered antenna (ESA) technology for satellite communications. ...

antennas satellite communications satellite subsystems

SolAero Technologies

acquired
Albuquerque Est. 1998

SolAero Technologies, now part of Rocket Lab, manufactures high-efficiency solar cells and panels for spacecraft. The company produces space-grade pho...

components power systems

Swarm Technologies

acquired
Mountain View Est. 2016

Operates 120 picosatellites providing low-cost IoT connectivity. Acquired by SpaceX in 2021. Developed affordable flood alert systems using VHF satell...

satellite communications iot

Terran Orbital

acquired
Boca Raton Est. 2013

Terran Orbital is a leading satellite manufacturer specializing in small satellite platforms serving aerospace and defense customers. In October 2024,...

satellite manufacturing defense

Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems

acquired
Irvine Est. 2006

Tyvak, now part of Terran Orbital, provides nanosatellite platforms and mission services. The company manufactures CubeSats and small satellites for c...

satellite manufacturing small satellites cubesats

York Space Systems

acquired
Denver Est. 2012

York Space Systems is a leading small satellite manufacturer delivering integrated defense technology solutions for the Space Development Agency's Pro...

satellite manufacturing

Audacy

defunct
Mountain View Est. 2015

Audacy developed commercial space data relay satellites. The company aimed to provide always-on connectivity for LEO spacecraft before ceasing operati...

satellite communications data services

Bigelow Aerospace

defunct
Las Vegas Est. 1999

Bigelow Aerospace, founded in 1999 and based in Las Vegas, Nevada, focuses on the development of inflatable space station modules. The company’s core ...

space stations spacecraft spacecraft components

Masten Space Systems

defunct
Mojave Est. 2004

Masten Space Systems developed vertical takeoff and landing vehicles and was selected for NASA's CLPS lunar program. The company filed for bankruptcy ...

lunar launch services propulsion

Planetary Resources

defunct
Redmond Est. 2010

Pioneer asteroid mining company. Arkyd prospecting spacecraft. High-profile backers including Google executives. Acquired by ConsenSys 2018, later wou...

asteroid mining space resources

Vector Launch

defunct
Tucson Est. 2016

Vector Launch was an American small rocket company that developed launch vehicles for microsatellites. The company ceased operations in 2019 due to fu...

launch services

Virgin Orbit

defunct
Long Beach Est. 2017

Virgin Orbit was a launch services company founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Virgin Galactic, developing the air-launched LauncherOne rocket system. ...

launch services

ABL Space Systems

restructured
El Segundo Est. 2017

ABL Space Systems, now rebranded as Long Wall following a strategic pivot in late 2024, was an American launch vehicle developer that operated the RS1...

launch services