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Argo Space

El Segundo, US · Founded 2022 · 8 known investors

argospace.com

Argospace provides launch and transportation services for spacecraft and satellites beyond low Earth orbit (LEO), including cislunar and interplanetary missions. The company operates reusable vehicles with dual-mode propulsion to serve satellite operators, space agencies, and exploration missions.

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Founders & leadership

Argo Space was founded in 2022 by Ryan Carlisle.

RCRyan Carlisle
Ryan CarlisleinCo-Founder
KCKirby Carlisle
Kirby CarlisleinCo-Founder
RCRobert Carlisle
Robert CarlisleinCo-Founder

Investors · 8

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$6M disclosed across 1 round · 2025

Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
NASAPhase I2023$149.7K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Argo Space do?
Argospace provides launch and transportation services for spacecraft and satellites beyond low Earth orbit (LEO), including cislunar and interplanetary missions. The company operates reusable vehicles with dual-mode propulsion to serve satellite operators, space agencies, and exploration missions.
Who founded Argo Space?
Argo Space was founded by Ryan Carlisle in 2022.
Who are Argo Space's investors?
Argo Space's investors include AIR Capital, Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), Crosslink Capital, Helios Capital, TFX Capital, Type One Ventures, Blumberg Capital, Gradient Ventures.
How much funding has Argo Space raised?
Argo Space has disclosed $6M raised across 1 round.
Where is Argo Space headquartered?
Argo Space is headquartered in El Segundo, US.