NewSpace Ignitor Companies

Based in Albuquerque, Space Kinetic is building a space mobility platform that does not require firing a thruster or directly using consumable fuel

Based in New Mexico, develops and manufactures extremely high-performance antenna hardware

Desert Works Propulsion is a pioneer in electric propulsion with 180+ years of expertise

Rogue Space Systems is advancing autonomy and robotics to observe and maintain satellites, provide last-mile logistics for in-space manufacturing, and clear debris.

Space Engine Systems is developing a reusable “trucking” spaceplane designed for rapid deployment of payloads ranging from 550 kg to 5500 kg to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

iBOSS is pioneering ISAM (In-Space Assembly and Manufacturing) commercialization with modular, plug-and-play connections, enabling seamless integration and reconfiguration of space systems.

Novium Space Robotics develops modular and reconfigurable robotic systems for ISAM, on-orbit maintenance, and lunar infrastructure, enabling adaptable and sustainable space operations.

Servicing Space, Sustaining the Future: Aspire to  ensure a cleaner, more sustainable Space environment by extending the life of critical assets and mitigating Space debris.

AmplifiedSpace enables the next revolution of spacecraft modularity through the development of smart power systems to replace traditional rigid power systems that have been used in spacecraft development. 

Developing new ways to maximize delta-v and propellant efficiency for all spacecraft using unique mechanisms and approaches to change the paradigm of in-space mobility.

Provide Federal and Commercial clients with uncompromising solutions to address Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data Engineering, Advanced Analytics, and IT Management challenges.

SQUID3 offers software definable thermal solutions that expedite satellite thermal system development. Our adaptable thermal tapes (“ASTRID”) enable satellite manufacturers to quickly adapt their thermal system to a broad range of payloads and on-orbit scenarios.

Shocknet enables seamless access and monetization of digital content through decentralized platforms like Bitcoin’s Lightning Network and Nostr, acting as a “Data Vending Machine.”

Origami Space develops innovative “Flatpack Antennas,” utilizing origami-inspired designs to enable compact, high-gain, and efficient antenna deployment on small satellite platforms.

DeployHub specializes in securing, managing, and ensuring the integrity of the space-related software supply chain, protecting mission-critical systems from cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

Davidson Technologies advances its Space Custody Engine (SCE) to enhance Space Domain Awareness (SDA), enabling precise tracking of satellites and space debris in an increasingly crowded orbit.

On a mission to remove launch bottlenecks by offering customers a frequent and reliable launch cadence to space at a dramatically lower cost

Their vision is to protect & safeguard critical space assets by weatherproofing space.  

Reimaged existing solid propulsion technology to build the simplest, most rapidly deployable small launch platform in the industry

Enables smart wireless communications to connect satellite constellations

Lesath’s vision is connecting humanity and space by leading the next generation of space launch vehicles

Has an inspiring mission to deliver cargo and passengers anywhere on Earth in less than two hours – in a renewably fueled, net carbon neutral, vertical take-off and landing hypersonic aircraft

Protecting space systems from cyber-attacks

In addition to achieving Ignitor Elite Status for one of two concepts submitted to the program, O Analytics advanced a second concept addressing complex space domain awareness challenges to Ignitor AAA status

Based in New Mexico, RS21 is a data science company that provides technology solutions to protect critical infrastructure, equipment, and space systems through AI-driven predictive maintenance

Builds mobile disaggregated spaceports at sea to greatly expand launch site capacity

Specializes in training systems for the U.S. Air Force, DoD and other US government agencies

Spectronn’s trustworthy AI software platform delivers actionable intelligence via a natural language chatbot. It makes complex decisions simple for our customers

Based in New Mexico, Goodman Technologies is building disruptive materials for the most extreme environments, allowing customers to achieve their next breakthrough

Based in Michigan, KMI’s Active Debris Removal (ADR) technology will keep space clear for all

Based in Florida, Miles Space enables commercial deep space exploration. Their novel approaches led to being awarded a spot on the Artemis mission

Based in West Virginia, O Analytics offers precision image processing and data fusion expertise to detect space object events while addressing the most complex space domain awareness challenges

Based in Virginia, TrustPoint provides resilient GPS for the automated and augmented world

SPiN simplifies space manufacturing, lowering the time and cost of production for smallsat systems with a plug and play modular approach

Based in California, provides high-performance edge computing of multi- and hyperspectral remote sensing imagery for rapid delivery

Data Squared leverages advanced analytics, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence capabilities to enable organizations to harness the full potential of their data

Based in Minnesota, aims to improve the confidence in the outcomes of artificial intelligence systems used in space

Based in Texas, is one of three companies in the world with a licensed reusable rocket, enabling customers to skip the waiting line to space while saving them money

Based in Texas, brings invisible patterns into view for human planetary exploration

Based in Colorado, has cracked the code on ecofriendly space propulsion technology without compromising performance

Based in Washington DC, offers precision control for the modern satellite