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Impulse Space

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The developer of in-space transportation services for the inner solar system

El Segundo, United StatesFounded 2021Space

Valuation $2.5–5B Last recorded · 2026

Headcount 100–500 Current team size

Total funding $1–2.5B Disclosed equity funding

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About Impulse Space

Impulse Space is a pioneering startup in the space industry, focusing on the development of orbital maneuvering vehicles for last-mile payload delivery. The company's innovative approach combines proven flight methods with advanced technologies to create vehicles capable of delivering multiple payloads to unique orbits from a single launch. This capability positions Impulse Space as a key player in the growing space logistics market.

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The company serves a diverse range of clients, including commercial satellite operators, space agencies, and other entities requiring reliable and efficient payload delivery to space. Impulse Space's business model revolves around providing these specialized delivery services, with revenue generated from contracts for payload delivery.

Impulse Space has demonstrated a commitment to environmental responsibility, choosing to use green, non-toxic propellants for their thrusters. The company is also designing its spacecraft to minimize orbital debris, reflecting a commitment to the stewardship of earth and space.

The company's vertical integration allows for tight cost control and rapid design and operational improvements, which could provide a competitive edge in the market. Recent news indicates a strong financial position, with the company securing $45M in Series A funding.

Impulse Space has also announced upcoming missions, LEO EXPRESS-2 and LEO EXPRESS-3, and has been selected by VAST for the HAVEN-1 Space Station Propulsion, indicating a promising future for the startup.

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At a glance

Status: Operational
Founded: 2021
Headquarters: El Segundo, United States
Employees: 463
Open positions: 109
Dealroom signal: 60.7/100
Sector: Space, Core AI, Space Tech, Verified Unicorns and $1B Exits, Space Transportation, In-Space Transportation, Space Upstream, AI Applications, NIF defense security and resilience
Technology: Artificial Intelligence, Hardware, Deep Tech, Machine Learning
Business model: Manufacturing
Client focus: b2b
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Funding history

7 recorded events

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Deal type	Date	Amount	Valuation	Investors	Source
SERIES DOther financing	Jun 2026	$500M	$4.3B	Founders Fund · Banner VC · Lux Capital · Linse Capital	↗
SERIES COther financing	Jun 2025	$300M	$1.2B	Founders Fund · DFJ Growth · Airbus Ventures · Linse Capital	↗

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Growth signals

Impulse Space website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Impulse Space is 53K monthly website visits, up 71% over the last three months. Impulse Space's team grew 48.4% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits53K 3-month web change+71% 1-year team growth+48.4%

Monthly website visitsOct 2022–Jul 2026

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Facilities Technician – 2nd Shift Redondo BeachRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Other · Sep 5, 2026 Harnessing Design EngineerRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Design · Sep 4, 2026 Programming Specialist Redondo BeachRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Other · Sep 4, 2026 Manager, Opto-Mechanical ManufacturingRedondo Beach, CA · Other · Sep 4, 2026 Staff Manufacturing Engineer (CMC Applications) Redondo BeachRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Design · Sep 3, 2026 Senior Mechanical Engineer (Avionics) Redondo BeachRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Other · Sep 2, 2026 Manufacturing Engineer (Tube Shop) Redondo BeachRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Other · Sep 2, 2026 Manager, Opto-Mechanical Manufacturing Redondo BeachRedondo Beach, California, United States, Northern America, Americas · Other · Sep 2, 2026

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