Defense and Space Manufacturing startups in San Francisco Bay Area

Cowboy Space

San Carlos

Cowboy Space is a space technology company developing solar-powered orbital data centers for AI computing infrastructure.

Capella

San Francisco

At Capella Space, we're reshaping how the world sees Earth, bringing you precise, timely Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) data, day or night, in any weather. As the first U.S. company to launch a commercial SAR constellation, we're making insights more accessible for everyone—from government analysts to commercial leaders. Our data is more than just numbers; it’s the key to understanding our planet better. It helps monitor everything from natural disasters and climate change to deforestation, playing a vital role in humanitarian aid and environmental conservation. With our high-resolution satellite technology, we provide the critical intel that powers decisions across industries like defense, supply chain, maritime, and insurance—bringing clarity when it matters most. Global reach, reliable data, faster than ever—so you can act with confidence and precision. We're proud to do it all in the USA—designing, building, and operating our satellites from our headquarters in San Francisco, with additional manufacturing and engineering facilities in Boulder, Colorado.

Saildrone

Alameda

Saildrone is a maritime company that enables navies, governments, and organizations to obtain data required to monitor the maritime domain.

Array Labs

Palo Alto

Array Labs develops next-generation earth observation satellites to deliver a near-real-time, comprehensive view of the earth.

Stellar Solutions

Los Altos

High impact engineering services; end-to-end technical expertise and solutions that satisfy customers’ critical needs on diverse projects