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Portal Space Systems partners with Quindar on autonomous, maneuverable space operations. * john stearns * may 22, 2026. Quindar, an Arvada, Colorado-based company powering autonomous and scalable mission control across hybrid space systems, this week announced an agreement with Bothell-based Portal Space Systems in which the companies will enable autonomous mission planning, tasking, and execution for government and commercial operators. Under the agreement, Quindar will integrate its mission operations service with Portal's Starburst and Supernova spacecraft to provide dynamic mission planning, command and control, flight dynamics, rapid tasking, and automation at scale. Together, the partnership enables a faster transition from deployment to operational use, unlocking more responsive, mission-ready space operations, according to a news release from Quindar. Portal is building maneuverable spacecraft for rapid deployment and tasks across multiple orbits. The integrated capability will debut on Portal's first free-flying Starburst mission, manifested on SpaceX's Transporter-18 in the fourth quarter, marking the first of multiple missions where the companies will deliver integrated, mission-ready capability. "Portal is building a new class of rapidly maneuverable spacecraft designed for dynamic missions," Nate Hamet, co-founder and CEO of Quindar, said in this week's release. "Pairing Portal's maneuverability with Quindar's automation-first mission operations platform enables operators to plan, task, and execute missions on timelines traditional systems cannot support." As space becomes more dynamic and contested, government operators need systems that can maneuver, respond, and re-task quickly. Portal's high-agility spacecraft provide the maneuverability required for these missions, while Quindar's mission operations service enables faster planning, tasking, and execution. This approach delivers capability on Day 1, supported by software that provides continuous awareness, dynamic planning, rapid-cycle tasking, and resilient command and control across Portal's maneuverable spacecraft fleet, the release continued. "Differentiated missions require differentiated operations, but that doesn't mean building entirely new systems for each one," Jeff Thornburg, CEO of Portal Space Systems, added in a statement. "Quindar's platform allows us to field capability faster by simplifying and automating mission control, ensuring we can deliver mission-ready systems on operational timelines. It also keeps our team focused on what sets Portal apart: highly maneuverable spacecraft built for rapid, decisive action in space." Both Portal Space Systems and Quindar are portfolio companies of Booz Allen Ventures, reflecting a shared focus on advancing capabilities aligned with national security priorities that complement Booz Allen's expertise in delivering ground systems and enabling complex space missions. The partnership builds on that foundation, bringing together two companies developing technologies that are directly relevant to federal missions and now working in concert to support more dynamic and responsive space operations. Portal announced in April that it raised $50 million in Series A funding in a round led by Geodesic Capital and Mach33, with participation from Booz Allen Ventures and others. "Booz Allen Ventures invests in companies developing mission-ready technologies that can deliver operational advantage at speed and scale," Travis Bales, director of Booz Allen Ventures, said in the Quindar release. "As both an investor and mission partner, we recognized early on that Portal and Quindar were building highly complementary capabilities aligned to the future of national security space missions. This partnership reflects the value of bringing together innovative technologies and teams to help enable more agile and responsive space operations." Quindar in February announced a deal with another area company, Tukwila-based Starfish Space. Quindar will support operations for Starfish's first three Otter missions, providing secure, automated mission control infrastructure designed to reduce operational complexity and costs. The Quindar platform is already in use on a Starfish satellite on orbit.

Connect with castle. Several interesting transactions closed in the Aerospace sector over the past month. If you would like more info on these deals or would like to discuss the capital raising market for your company, please contact me. * Spirit Aero Systems, manufactures aerostructures, particularly fuselages, cockpits, wing sections, engine pylons, and nacelles for commercial and military aircraft, was acquired by Boeing for $8.49 billion. * Boom Supersonic, supersonic aircraft that brings commercial supersonic travel to the world, raised $300 million through a combination of Series B-1 and Series B-5 venture funding in a deal led by Darsana Capital Partners. * Cambium, advanced materials technology that addresses performance challenges in defense and aerospace applications, raised $94.37 million through a combination of Series B and Series B-1 venture funding. * Hadrian, autonomous manufacturing platform that accelerates and reduces the cost of aerospace and defense production, raised $391.31 million of venture funding through a combination of debt and equity. * Heven Aerotech, aerospace technology that carries out actionable missions with drones, raised $100 million of Series B venture funding in a deal led by IonQ. * K2 Space, aerospace hardware products designed for space architecture, raised $250 million of Series C venture funding in a deal led by Redpoint Ventures. * Ursa Major, turnkey propulsion for various vehicles belonging to the microsatellite category for launch and hypersonic applications, raised $150 million of Series E venture funding through a combination of debt and equity. * Quindar, comprehensive cloud-based platform created for satellite tests and operations, raised $18 million of Series A venture funding in a deal led by Washington Harbour. * Fortastra, specialized spacecraft that protects the space systems the world depends on, raised $8.45 million of seed funding in a deal led by Upfront Ventures. * Reditus Space, reusable orbital spacecraft that provides cost-effective access to microgravity for research and manufacturing, raised $7.35 million of seed funding. Jesus tueme. Managing director. Please contact me if you have any questions or would like to discuss your capital raise: