Firefly Aerospace
This company is in the pipeline of America 2030, IPO CLUB’s $50M, actively managed secondary fund focused on U.S. defense, energy, security, and AI.
Headquarter: Cedar Park, Texas
Year Founded: 2017
Employees: ~700 | 2025
Business Status: Development
Industry Sectors: Lunar Exploration, Space Travel, Satellite Deployment, Manufacturing.
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Why do we like it?
Firefly fits right at the heart of our America 2030 thesis, critical infrastructure, national capability, and private companies doing what used to be government-only. They’re building real hardware for defense and space, moving fast, and working with the right partners. We’re bullish on U.S. space, and Firefly is one of the few with the team, traction, and timing to lead it.
As of march 2025: $2B valuation | $175M raised | NASA + DoD contracts | Multiple Launches Planned
What is Firefly, and why does it matter?
Firefly Aerospace is a private American space company that’s changing how the U.S. operates in space. We see it as part of a bigger shift where private companies are starting to take the lead in building the space infrastructure that used to be run by governments. Firefly isn’t just making rockets and other spacecraft, it’s helping protect and grow America’s role in space.
The company works with both the U.S. government and private customers, which puts it right at the center of defense and commercial space. They launch satellites, rockets, and support military missions as just some of the things they do. This makes Firefly a key player in keeping the U.S. competitive in space.
For us, Firefly is exactly the kind of company that fits the America 2030 vision: fast-moving, focused, and in tune with what the country needs most. It’s a trusted name in a space where trust really matters, and a great example of how America’s future in space will be built by bold private companies, not just big agencies.
What does Firefly Aerospace?
Firefly Aerospace builds the systems that get satellites, cargo, and research missions into space, quickly, reliably, and at lower cost. They design and launch their own rockets, build lunar landers, and offer in-space services like orbital transfers and satellite deployment. Part of what makes Firefly stand out is how much of this they do in-house, from propulsion systems to full mission delivery.
Their small-lift Alpha rocket is already flying, used to launch satellites into low Earth orbit for both commercial and defense customers. A larger Beta rocket is on the way, aimed at handling bigger payloads. They're also behind the Blue Ghost lunar lander, which landed on the Moon in 2025 as part of a NASA mission—a major milestone for a private space company.
Firefly also develops its own Spectre propulsion systems, giving them tight control over performance, cost, and turnaround times. From small satellites to lunar exploration and defense operations, Firefly is building the full stack. It’s the kind of company we look for in America 2030, practical, mission-focused, and building the tools the U.S. needs to lead in space for the long haul.
“Firefly has proven our ability to rapidly and reliably launch, land, and operate in space as we continue to execute bold missions from LEO to lunar orbit and beyond.”
First private lunar launcher to deliver for NASA
In March 2025, Firefly’s Blue Ghost lander became the first successful privately built U.S. spacecraft to complete a NASA mission to the moon. It wasn’t just a proof of concept it was a full contract delivery under NASA’s CLPS program. That means real government trust, real hardware on the lunar surface, and a major step forward for private companies doing what only agencies could do before. For us, it’s a clear signal, Firefly isn’t pitching ideas. They’re executing missions.
This company is in the pipeline of America 2030, IPO CLUB’s $50M, actively managed secondary fund focused on U.S. defense, energy, security, and AI.
Is Firefly Aerospace Publicly Traded?
No, Firefly Aerospace is not publicly traded. The company remains privately held and does not trade on public stock exchanges like NASDAQ or NYSE. Firefly Aerospace stock is considered a private security that can only be accessed by accredited investors and institutional investors. Since it’s not listed on public exchanges, there is no publicly available stock price or ticker symbol for the company.
How can you invest?
Firefly is a part of America 2030 model portfolio, our six-year, target-maturity fund focused on defense and AI infrastructure. We may also consider organizing a single-name SPV, though this is not yet confirmed. IPO CLUB does not imply any partnership, endorsement, investment, or other formal association between America 2030 and the companies in its pipeline.
Firefly Aerospace Stock
Firefly Aerospace stock is primarily held by founders, employees, and early investors. Until a liquidity event, such as an IPO or M&A transaction, the company remains privately owned. Investors seeking exposure to Firefly Aerospace should explore opportunities in the private markets, where certain brokers, platforms, or funds may offer access. Firefly Aerospace is currently in the pipeline for America 2030 IPO CLUB’s $50 million actively managed secondary fund, which focuses on U.S. defense, energy, security, and AI. Investors may also participate through our single-name SPV. To request more information, please click here.
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Most Recent Financing Status
Firefly Aerospace raised $175 million in November 2024 in a Series D round, bringing the company’s valuation to over $2 billion. The funding will help scale up production of the Alpha rocket, move faster on developing a new medium-lift rocket with Northrop Grumman, and grow the Elytra program for satellite transport. Firefly also plans to double Alpha launches in 2026 and prep for new orbital and lunar missions. In February 2025, Firefly received an $8.2 million grant from the Texas Space Commission to expand its spacecraft manufacturing in Central Texas. The grant will also support training programs and STEM outreach, and help with building more Blue Ghost landers and Elytra vehicles. In total, Firefly has raised about $747 million so far. It’s backed by strong partners like NASA, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin, and continues to grow as a key player in space.
Who owns Firefly Aerospace
The ownership structure of Firefly Aerospace has undergone significant changes since its founding. The company was originally established as Firefly Space Systems in 2014 by Tom Markusic and other entrepreneurs who self-funded the initial venture. After the original company went bankrupt and was liquidated in March 2017, the assets were acquired and the company was reformed as Firefly Aerospace by Noosphere Ventures, owned by Ukrainian businessman Max Polyakov.
Polyakov committed to fully fund Firefly through at least its first two launches and maintained ownership until 2022. However, his ownership came to an abrupt end when the U.S. government, citing potential national security concerns, forced him to sell his stake. In late November 2021, Polyakov received a letter from the US Committee on Foreign Investment (CFIUS) requesting that he and Noosphere Venture Partners sell their nearly 50% stake in Firefly for national security reasons. Despite Polyakov’s denial of any security threat, he agreed to comply, and on February 24, 2022, it was announced that Polyakov and Noosphere would sell their stake to AE Industrial Partners.
RPM Ventures, AE Industrial Partners, Mitsui & Co., GiantLeap Capital
Firefly IPO
While there is no official confirmation of an IPO date, the company's growth trajectory, partnerships, and market position suggest that it might consider going public. However, no specific plans for an IPO have been disclosed. Market conditions, financial performance, and strategic goals would influence such a decision.
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Latest updates from Firefly Aerospace and AMERICA 2030
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