Reuben Brothers

Firefly Aerospace, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cedar Park, Texas, focuses on providing low-cost, high-performance launch capabilities for the small satellite market. Recognizing the growing significance of small satellites, the company designs and manufactures orbital launch vehicles that utilize common technologies for economical access to space. Their rockets are engineered to accommodate payloads ranging from one to four metric tons and are intended to support frequent launch opportunities. Firefly's innovative approach includes plans for reusable components and air-breathing propulsion in future vehicles, enhancing their capabilities and offering a pathway for incremental technological advancements. By facilitating affordable rides to space, Firefly aims to enable the advancement and demonstration of various technologies, thereby supporting the development of new satellite systems that promise improved redundancy and regular updates.