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Firefly Aerospace

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Firefly Aerospace (also known as Firefly Systems) is a company specializing in the launch of vehicles, satellites, and spacecraft. Its product line includes launch vehicles such as Firefly Alpha, Firefly Beta, Firefly Gamma, Lunar Lander, and Space Utility Vehicle (SUV). The company also offers launch sites and develops the Firefly DREAM Payload program. In addition, Firefly Aerospace provides in-space services for small payloads.
TypePrivate
Founded2017
HQCedar Park, TX, USMap
Websitefirefly.com
Employee Ratings3.6More
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Employees (est.) (Sept 2021)375(+5%)
Job Openings96
Cybersecurity ratingAMore

Key People/Management at Firefly Aerospace

Darren Ma

Darren Ma

Chief Financial Officer
Shea Ferring

Shea Ferring

Vice President of Mission Assurance
Keith Becker

Keith Becker

Director of Avionics
John Courter

John Courter

Director of Structures
John Cramer

John Cramer

Director of Propulsion
Paul Garland

Paul Garland

Director of Quality Assurance
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Firefly Aerospace Office Locations

Firefly Aerospace has an office in Cedar Park
Cedar Park, TX, US (HQ)
1320 Arrow Point Dr #109
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Firefly Aerospace Financials and Metrics

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Founding Date

2017

Firefly Aerospace total Funding

$196.6 m

Firefly Aerospace latest funding size

$175 m

Time since last funding

4 months ago

Firefly Aerospace investors

SeedInvest, SK Ventures, Dylan Taylor, Tank Stream Ventures, DADA Holdings, Astera Institute, Canon Ball LLC, Reuben Brothers Limited, SMS Capital Investment LLC, Raven One Ventures, The XBTO Ventures
Firefly Aerospace's latest funding round in May 2021 was reported to be $175 m. In total, Firefly Aerospace has raised $196.6 m
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Firefly Aerospace Operating Metrics

Jun, 2021

Patents (US)

1

Trademarks (US)

7
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Firefly Aerospace Acquisitions / Subsidiaries

Company NameDateDeal Size
FAIERFLAI AEROSPEIS UKRAINA, TOV
Firefly Black, LLC

Firefly Aerospace Cybersecurity Score

Cybersecurity ratingPremium dataset

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Firefly Aerospace News and Updates

August 06, 2021

Firefly to Become the Premier Supplier of Rocket Engines and Spaceflight Components for the Emerging New Space Industry

Firefly Aerospace, Inc., a leading provider of economical and dependable launch vehicles, spacecraft, and in-space services, today announced the launch of a new line of business dedicated to supplying rocket engines and other spaceflight components to the emerging New Space industry.
June 16, 2021

Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Will Head To Moon With A Boost From SpaceX

The Blue Ghost lunar lander is now due to touch down on the Moon in 2023. Texas-based space launch company, Firefly Aerospace, recently announced that its spacecraft will be paired with a SpaceX Falcon rocket to make a journey to Mare Crisium, a dark portion of the moon’s surface.

Firefly Aerospace Blogs

September 03, 2021

Firefly’s First Test Flight Lasts More Than Two Minutes, With Successful Liftoff and Progression to Supersonic Speed

Firefly Aerospace First Test Flight – Official Statement September 2, 2021 – Today we conducted the first-ever test flight of our Alpha rocket. Prior to the anomaly, we had a nominal countdown and lift off at 6:59 PM local time.  While we did not meet all of our mission objectives, we did achieve a …
August 17, 2021

Firefly names former SpaceX and Blue Origin Veteran as Chief Operating Officer

Lauren Lyons tapped to lead efforts in scaling production and operations as Firefly moves into commercial production CEDAR PARK, Texas – August 17, 2021 – Firefly Aerospace, Inc., a leading provider of economical and dependable launch vehicles, spacecraft, and in-space services, today announced that…
August 06, 2021

Firefly to Become the Premier Supplier of Rocket Engines and Spaceflight Components for the Emerging New Space Industry

CEDAR PARK, Texas – August 6, 2021 – Firefly Aerospace, Inc., a leading provider of economical and dependable launch vehicles, spacecraft, and in-space services, today announced the launch of a new line of business dedicated to supplying rocket engines and other spaceflight components to the emergin…

 Firefly Aerospace Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was Firefly Aerospace founded?

    Firefly Aerospace was founded in 2017.

  • Who are Firefly Aerospace key executives?

    Firefly Aerospace's key executives are Darren Ma, Shea Ferring and Keith Becker.

  • How many employees does Firefly Aerospace have?

    Firefly Aerospace has 375 employees.

  • Who are Firefly Aerospace competitors?

    Competitors of Firefly Aerospace include Sierra Space, Surrey Satellite Technology and Blue Canyon Technologies.

  • Where is Firefly Aerospace headquarters?

    Firefly Aerospace headquarters is located at 1320 Arrow Point Dr #109, Cedar Park.

  • Where are Firefly Aerospace offices?

    Firefly Aerospace has an office in Cedar Park.

  • How many offices does Firefly Aerospace have?

    Firefly Aerospace has 1 office.