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Orca Aerospace

YC F26

San Francisco, US · Founded 2026 · 5 employees · Hiring · 2 known investors

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Orca Aerospace develops onboard AI systems that operate spacecraft directly from the vehicle, using large language models paired with deterministic tooling to make mission-level decisions while keeping execution controlled by safety-focused systems. It serves the satellite and spacecraft operations market.

Also known as Orca Aerospace Inc. · Otter Aerospace Inc. · Otter Aerospace Inc., Orca Aerospace Inc.

Advanced ManufacturingSpace TechAIOpsSpace ExplorationSatellitesUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F26)

Orca Aerospace was founded in 2026 by Jacob Ososke and Hakan Chunton.

JOJacob Ososke
Jacob OsoskeCo-Founder & CEOHe previously spent over a decade at Lockheed Martin in guidance, navigation, and control (GNC), advancing from intern to GNC Manager and establishing the company's first AI-GNC team, with work centered on autonomous fault recovery and self-healing systems for aerospace platforms. He holds an MS in Robotics from Santa Clara University and an MS in Computer Science from Georgia Tech.
HCHakan Chunton
Hakan ChuntonCo-Founder & CTOFounder and CTO of Orca Aerospace. He holds a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering and computer science and a master's in economics and computer science from MIT.

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Frequently asked questions

What does Orca Aerospace do?
Orca Aerospace develops onboard AI systems that operate spacecraft directly from the vehicle, using large language models paired with deterministic tooling to make mission-level decisions while keeping execution controlled by safety-focused systems. It serves the satellite and spacecraft operations market.
Who founded Orca Aerospace?
Orca Aerospace was founded by Jacob Ososke, Hakan Chunton in 2026.
Who are Orca Aerospace's investors?
Orca Aerospace's investors include Honeystone Ventures, Y Combinator.
Where is Orca Aerospace headquartered?
Orca Aerospace is headquartered in San Francisco, US.