Ursa Major develops advanced propulsion systems for the aerospace and defense sectors, offering reliable, American-made engines for space launches, hypersonic vehicles, and national security applications.
Berthoud, Colorado, USA
Founded in
2015

Company Overview

Ursa Major is revolutionizing rocket propulsion by offering turnkey, 3D-printed engines for space launch and hypersonic flight. By focusing on the development of off-the-shelf, high-performance engines, Ursa Major addresses key bottlenecks in the space launch economy, enabling launch providers to bypass complex and costly in-house propulsion development. Their engines, which are lighter, more efficient, and more cost-effective, reduce time to market and organizational overhead for companies launching small satellites and pursuing hypersonic capabilities. Led by experienced engineers from SpaceX and Blue Origin, Ursa Major is transforming commercial space.

Thesis Fit

With proven, high-performance engines, Ursa Major addresses the growing demand for small satellite launches and hypersonic capabilities, providing essential propulsion solutions that support the scalability and efficiency of space infrastructure, aligning perfectly with our investment strategy in the space economy. Ursa Major is essential to the defense of the space economy, through its ability to deliver reusable, high-performance propulsion systems for commercial space ventures, defense contractors, and the Department of Defense, supporting missions in launch, hypersonics, and national security.