
Work Here?
Work Here?
Work Here?
CesiumAstro develops end-to-end space and airborne communications systems, including active phased array antennas, software-defined radios, and complete payloads. Its technology enables electronically steered beams for inter-satellite links, high-rate downlinks, lunar and deep-space communication, and 5G/NTN networks. It ships plug‑and‑play, commercially manufactured hardware and SDR software as a full-stack solution, reducing development time and cost. The company targets both government programs (NASA, DoD) and commercial space ventures, aiming to make space-based connectivity more accessible and adaptable.
Industries
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace
Defense
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$678.2M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2017
See people who can refer or advise you
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?
Total Funding
$678.2M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
8 Rounds
Industry standards
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Retirement Plan
Stock Options
CesiumAstro buys 1Aardvark to add mission software for defense space. * 1Aardvark is a service-disabled veteran-owned and HUBZone-certified business in Manassas, Virginia * Its work covers missile defense and missile tracking programs * The deal follows CesiumAstro's purchases of Vidrovr and Jariet Technologies this year CesiumAstro has acquired 1Aardvark, adding mission software and systems engineering to a portfolio built around satellites and communications payloads. CesiumAstro announced the deal Tuesday. 1Aardvark, based in Manassas, Virginia, builds software, algorithms and systems engineering for national defense programs. It holds service-disabled veteran-owned small business and HUBZone certifications. What does 1Aardvark bring to CesiumAstro? 1Aardvark's software supports missile defense and missile tracking work. The company builds systems that enable distributed platforms to coordinate and execute missions in contested or disconnected environments. CesiumAstro expects the pairing to yield spacecraft that adjust to changing conditions and keep operating when connectivity degrades. Shey Sabripour, founder and CEO of CesiumAstro, said defense space systems increasingly require software that can adapt and make decisions. According to Ryan Kenward, president of 1Aardvark, joining CesiumAstro extends the company's work pushing mission capability to the edge. How does the deal fit CesiumAstro's acquisition strategy? The 1Aardvark deal lands days after CesiumAstro closed its purchase of Jariet Technologies, a semiconductor firm focused on millimeter-wave radio frequency system-on-chip designs. That deal gave the company in-house chip capability to pair with its phased-array antenna and payload work. The company also acquired Vidrovr in March, an AI firm specializing in real-time multimodal signal analysis. Vidrovr co-founder Joe Ellis oversees integration of machine learning tools into the CesiumAstro portfolio. CesiumAstro closed a $470 million Series C round in February and took $200 million in Export-Import Bank financing in January to acquire a 270,000-square-foot West Austin facility.
CesiumAstro’s purchase of Virginia-based 1Aardvark advances its strategy to deliver more resilient, software-defined communications and onboard systems for government missions, strengthening its position in the defence...
CesiumAstro acquires Jariet Technologies, expanding semiconductor capabilities across SATCOM, electronic warfare, radar and space systems.
CesiumAstro has raised $270.5 million in a private placement offering, according to a Form D filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The offering was conducted under Regulation D, Rule 506. The filing provides details about the offering structure, including shares issued and offering price, though the company did not disclose the identities of participating investors or specific terms beyond SEC requirements. The capital will support CesiumAstro's business operations and strategic initiatives. The Form D filing is a standard requirement for Regulation D offerings to provide regulatory transparency. The company has not indicated whether additional offerings are planned.
CesiumAstro selected to support GMD Weapon System (GWS) in-flight interceptor communications system (IFICS) for Missile Defense Agency. Image Credit: CesiumAstro AUSTIN, Texas, April 21, 2026 - CesiumAstro, a leader in advanced space communications, has been awarded a contract to deliver a new active phased array variant as part of an expansion to its Skylark product line. This large-aperture array, built on CesiumAstro's scalable active phased array architecture, will support modernization of the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS), a critical part of missile defense. This award underscores Skylark's value as a software-defined, mobile-ready terminal. The system's modular design allows it to adapt to evolving mission needs, including integration across a wide range of platforms, from ground vehicles to next-generation airborne assets. "We are honored to support the Missile Defense Agency in strengthening national security through resilient, high-performance communications," said Shey Sabripour, Founder and CEO of CesiumAstro. "With our phased array architecture and ability to deliver advanced solutions with speed and reliability, CesiumAstro will provide our customer and the Missile Defense Agency a high-performance solution." CesiumAstro will collaborate with the customer to meet mission requirements with a focus on ensuring the system meets the highest standards for performance, security and readiness. About CesiumAstro CesiumAstro is a global leader in advanced connectivity solutions for space and defense, delivering next-generation systems that connect, detect, and defend across commercial, government and national security missions. Its standardized product platforms span satellites, high-performance communications payloads, terminals and advanced computing systems, all designed for scalable production and mission-ready deployment. CesiumAstro maintains complete vertical integration with in-house design, manufacturing and testing capabilities certified to AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 standards. Headquartered near Austin, Texas, the company operates additional facilities in Colorado, California, the United Kingdom, Germany and Japan. To learn more, visit cesiumastro.com. Media Contacts Griffin Communications Group: [email protected] Aimée Ahiers, CesiumAstro: [email protected]
Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today
Industries
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace
Defense
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$678.2M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2017
Find jobs on Simplify and start your career today