OUR VISION

Expanding humanity’s reach: safe, sustainable, & scalable space infrastructure.

OUR MISSION

To construct and defend the critical infrastructure required for a thriving space economy. Through innovation, adaptability, and collaboration, we aim to transform science fiction into reality by building scalable, cutting-edge solutions that serve humanity’s needs in space.

OUR MISSION

To accelerate the accessibility and commercialization of cislunar space through cost-effective, pressurizable, scalable and multi-purpose infrastructure. ThinkOrbital delivers a large, scalable and cost-efficient space structure for the New Space economy. Our ThinkPlatforms are based on mature technologies available today, configured for single-launch, autonomous assembly in-orbit, re-imagining opportunities for satellite servicing, space debris processing, in-space manufacturing, on-orbit storage, refuelling, space tourism and research.

MEET THE TEAM

Colonel Lee Rosen, USAF, Ret.


Co-Founder, CEO, President

Former SpaceX VP  with >200 successful missions. Led the build of 3 Falcon launch pads, Dragon Spacecraft Ops, and Astronaut training. Commander, Space Operator, Engineer and Acquisition Officer with assignments at the Pentagon, National Reconnaissance Office and Space Systems Command.  

Vojtech Holub, Ph.D.


Co-Founder, CIO

14+ years of research & development, software & aerospace experience. 30+ patents and 17 conference & journal papers. Vojtech’s AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets article is the founding thesis for our scalable space infrastructure.

Justin W. Chandler
Vice President of Government Relations and Strategic Partnerships

Expertise: Strategy and management 

Justin retired as a Colonel after 21 years serving in the Department of the Air Force and was instrumental in the standup of the US Space Force. He is a combat pilot and has experience in commercial space launch and operations.
 
Frank Tybor

CTO (Fractional)

Expertise: Aerospace | Engineering

Frank is former SpaceX Principal Engineer and Launch Projects Manager. Tybor brings a wealth of over 15 years of engineering and manufacturing experience across aerospace and renewable energy sectors. 

Sean Arnette

CFO (Fractional)

Expertise: Finance

Sean leads strategic planning, financial analysis, reporting, and risk management. Previously, he held roles in financial services and corporate development, advising on M&A transactions up to $635MM and led a $100MM spinout. He has 15 years experience as a finance and corporate development leader across privately held companies, large institutions, and start-ups.

Tomas Rousek

Director of Architecture

Expertise: Terrestrial and Space Architecture

Tom has collaborated on projects of NASA, ESA, DLR and EU. His research focused on 3D printing, expandable structures, life-support systems, VR and robotics. Tom also helped with architecture of Olympic games, FIFA championship and Formula 1. He worked on designs for brands such as Vodafone mobile, Skoda, Mercedes-Benz and LEGO

Veronica Moronese

Director of Legal Affairs & Space Law

Expertise: Space Law

Veronica has ten years of experience as a space lawyer and space law researcher. Published author, thought leader and role model specialized in space tourism, space debris mitigation and space colonization. She has collaborated and volounteered, among others, in projects for UNOOSA, SGAC and CNS.
 
Dakota Labine

Manager: Integration and Test

Expertise: Aerospace Engineering | SEIT (Systems Engineering, Integration & Test)

 Dakota is a former Blue Canyon Technologies Lead Spacecraft Systems Engineer and Microsat Product Line Owner. Dakota brings experience in Satellite Product Line Ownership, AI&T Development, and Constellation Production.

 

Emma Leonard

Marketing and Communications manager

Expertise: Marketing and PR

Emma is passionate storyteller and experienced marketing leader. 

She is also passionate about women empowerment and diversity in tech. Her previous experience includes e.g. work at SpaceX.

Pierce Ruggles
Lead Electrical Engineer

Expertise: Consumer, Commercial, and Aerospace Electrical Engineering

Pierce has designed electronics for a wide variety of industries and use cases. His designs are in devices ranging from heart-rate monitors to treadmills, and from cruise ships to space telescopes. He has been to over 40 countries, and is a proud father to his 9 year old daughter.

Margo Chandler
Proposal & Project Manager

Expertise: Project management

Margo has over 16 years of project management experience.  Her background includes working across both academia and emerging technology startups, helping businesses win millions of dollars in government funds.

Maggie Van Sciver

Technical Writing Manager

Expertise: Communications

Maggie specializes in developing high-impact proposals and strategic communications, with a track record of securing millions in non-dilutive funding across the DoD and federal government. Her ability to translate complex technologies into compelling narratives has supported innovative businesses in achieving funding and advancing their missions.

OUR ADVISORS

Lt Gen John Shaw
(US Space Force, Ret.)

Advisor

Leadership

Expertise: Over 34 years of experience in national security space and aerospace engineering

Jackson Moses

Advisor

Business and Finance

Expertise: 2x Venture-backed Founder ($120M+ raised) | Early-stage Space & Defense Tech Investor

Joseph Howell

Advisor, Investor

Business and Finance

Expertise: Retired Co-founder – Workiva | Co-founder – SEC Professionals Group

INVESTORS

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