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Rocket Lab
NASDAQ: RKLBLong Beach, US · Founded 2006 · 2,378 employees on LinkedIn · 16 known investors
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Rocket Lab develops launch vehicles and space systems for commercial space access and satellite deployment. The company provides small-to-medium lift launch services and spacecraft for government and commercial customers.
Founders & leadership
Rocket Lab was founded in 2006 by Peter Beck.
Investors · 16
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Founder mafia
The Rocket Lab mafia →9 people who came through Rocket Lab went on to found or lead other companies.
Related companies · 4
Companies working in the same space as Rocket Lab.
Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency | Phase I | 2015 | $100K |
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.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Rocket Lab do?
- Rocket Lab develops launch vehicles and space systems for commercial space access and satellite deployment. The company provides small-to-medium lift launch services and spacecraft for government and commercial customers.
- Who founded Rocket Lab?
- Rocket Lab was founded by Peter Beck in 2006.
- Who are Rocket Lab's investors?
- Rocket Lab's investors include Bessemer Venture Partners, DCVC (Data Collective), Draft Ventures Llc, Ergo Capital, Gen Capital, In-Q-Tel, Industrious Ventures, Khosla Ventures and 8 more.
- Where is Rocket Lab headquartered?
- Rocket Lab is headquartered in Long Beach, US.