Fortastra
Torrance, California, United States · Aerospace, Manufacturing, Satellite Communication
Fortastra is a California-based startup building orbital-defense spacecraft for space-based security systems. The company develops spacecraft equipped with sensors, propulsion systems, and autonomous capabilities to detect and respond to adversarial threats in orbit. Since its founding in 2025, Fortastra has launched two demo missions and plans to scale production to meet U.S. Department of Defens
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Torrance, California, United States
- Employees
- 14
- Industries
- Aerospace, Manufacturing, Satellite Communication
- Status
- Private
- Website
- fortastra.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Fortastra
- : Fortastra raises $30M Series A led by First In to fund next-generation orbital-defense spacecraft for US military space security.
- : Fotrastra Appoints Scott Klempner as Director of Product, National Security
- : Fotrastra and Hadrian partner to enhance satellite development through advanced manufacturing.
Fortastra funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | Series A | $32.6M |
Leadership
- Michael, CEO, Founder
- Scott Klempner, Director
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Fortastra in the news
- Fortastra closes $30 million Series A round - SpaceNews (Oct 08, 2026)
- Fortastra is raising $30 million to build satellite-protecting spacecraft - Quartz (Oct 08, 2026)
- Fortastra Raises $30 Million in Series A Funding to Scale Maneuverable Spacecraft for On-Orbit Security - Yahoo Finance (Oct 08, 2026)
- Defense Startup Raises $30 Million to Launch ‘Bodyguards in Space’ - Bloomberg.com (Oct 08, 2026)
- Q&A: Fortastra & Hadrian discuss the implementation of AM through MOU partnership - TCT Magazine (Aug 11, 2026)
- Fortastra and Hadrian partner on AM for satellite programs - VoxelMatters (Jul 29, 2026)
- Fortastra and Hadrian join forces to streamline satellite production - SpaceNews (Jul 29, 2026)
- Relativity, Hermeus, Astrion and Divergent executives join Fortastra C-suite - SpaceNews (Apr 02, 2026)
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About Fortastra: questions and answers
What does Fortastra do?
Fortastra is a California-based startup building orbital-defense spacecraft for space-based security systems. The company develops spacecraft equipped with sensors, propulsion systems, and autonomous capabilities to detect and respond to adversarial threats in orbit. Since its founding in 2025, Fortastra has launched two demo missions and plans to scale production to meet U.S. Department of Defens
Where is Fortastra headquartered?
Fortastra is headquartered in Torrance, California, United States.
How many employees does Fortastra have?
Fortastra has about 14 employees.
Has Fortastra raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 1 funding event for Fortastra. The most recent, Series A of $32.6M, was in Oct 2026.
Who leads Fortastra?
Michael is a CEO, Founder at Fortastra.
What is the latest news on Fortastra?
On Oct 08, 2026, Fortastra raises $30M Series A led by First In to fund next-generation orbital-defense spacecraft for US military space security.
Source: Fundz records from SEC filings, press releases and company announcements. How Fundz measures data accuracy