About Capella Space
We build and operate space systems that provide Earth intelligence. Founded in 2016 as an IonQ company, we specialize in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), remote sensing, geospatial intelligence, satellite constellations, and aerospace manufacturing. We were the first U.S. company to launch and operate a commercial SAR constellation, which delivers high-resolution imagery day or night, through clouds, smoke, or darkness. We are also developing the world’s first quantum-enabled Earth observation network, powered by IonQ.
Our SAR satellites capture imagery at sub-0.25 meter resolution. Our Concept of Operations (CONOPS) allows us to revisit key regions in under 3 hours and offers flexible collection schedules, supported by a fully automated tasking API. Our in-house design and manufacturing team allows us to rapidly scale our satellite constellation. We have between 201 and 500 employees and operate within the Defense and Space Manufacturing industries.
We use our technology for various applications, including:
- Intelligence community: Site monitoring and patterns of life analysis.
- Insurance industry: Verifying damage claims.
- Maritime authorities: Detecting illegal activities.
- First responders and humanitarian aid organizations: Assessing post-disaster damage.
We launched “Denali,” the United States’ first commercial SAR satellite, in 2018. “Sequoia” (Capella-2), our first operational U.S. SAR satellite, followed in 2020. In early 2025, we achieved CMMC Level 2 and obtained a Facility Clearance Level (FCL).
Mission & Values
Our mission is to help people understand the planet better using SAR technology. We do this by imaging the 75% of Earth often hidden by darkness or clouds.
We focus on customer needs in our innovation. We provide tailored solutions, maintain a rapidly scalable constellation, and offer high-quality data through easy-to-use platforms.
Our values include:
- Amplify Intelligence™: We achieve this through automation, precision, and global accessibility.
- Boldness: We embrace challenges to deliver commercial high-resolution SAR imagery.
Team & Culture
We have an international team with headquarters in San Francisco and Boulder County, Colorado. We encourage a collaborative, innovative, and creative culture, united by our commitment to delivering SAR data solutions. We work to empower our team members both professionally and personally in a dynamic and inclusive environment. Our work environment is dog-friendly.
Benefits & Perks
We offer comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, including flexible spending accounts and supplemental health options.
Our benefits also include:
- Parental leave program
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Commuter and parking benefits
- Mental health resources
- Monthly phone stipend
- 401K Plan with company match
- Pet insurance options
- Lifestyle Spending Account
We also have a dog-friendly work environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Capella Space offers secure, rapid, and actionable Earth intelligence services. This includes high-resolution Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imagery and SAR data, which can be accessed through a fully automated tasking API for responsive insights.
Capella Space’s mission is to enable a richer understanding of the planet through SAR technology by illuminating the 75% of Earth that is either shrouded in darkness or obscured by clouds at any point in time.
Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, a parental leave program, a Flexible Paid Time Off policy, commuter and parking benefits, mental health resources, a monthly phone stipend, and a 401K Plan with company match. The company also offers a dog-friendly work environment and pet insurance options.
Capella Space fosters a collaborative, dynamic, and inclusive workplace that aims to empower team members professionally and personally. The culture emphasizes innovation, creativity, and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality SAR data solutions for global decision-making.
Capella Space’s Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology addresses the limitations of traditional optical satellites by providing 24⁄7 all-weather visibility. It penetrates clouds, fog, darkness, and smoke, delivering reliable data from low Earth orbit in any condition to ensure informed decision-making.
Capella Space was founded in 2016.
Capella Space is active in the Synthetic Aperture Radar (sar), Remote Sensing, Geospatial Intelligence, Satellite Constellations, and Aerospace Manufacturing markets.
Capella Space has 201-500 employees.
Capella Space hires in 🇺🇸 United States.
Capella Space is not actively hiring at the moment. Check back later for new opportunities.
Yes, Capella Space is a remote-first company.
Capella Space's website is www.capellaspace.com .
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