Austin, Tex., Aug. 25, 2026—CesiumAstro Inc. today announced the acquisition of 1Aardvark, LLC, a Virginia-based business specializing in mission software, algorithms, and systems engineering for national defense programs.
The acquisition expands CesiumAstro’s ability to deliver space systems that can operate with greater autonomy and resilience in demanding mission environments. By combining 1Aardvark’s mission software expertise with CesiumAstro’s satellites, communications systems, and advanced computing capabilities, the company can now support more capable missions in which spacecraft can respond to changing conditions and continue operating when connectivity is limited or disrupted according to the company.
1Aardvark’s software and mission capabilities enable some of the nation’s most complex defense challenges, including missile defense and missile tracking. Its technology is designed to enable distributed systems to coordinate and execute missions reliably, including in contested or disconnected environments.
“The next generation of defense space systems requires more than exceptional hardware. It requires systems that can adapt, make decisions, and continue executing the mission in increasingly complex environments,” said Shey Sabripour, Founder and CEO of CesiumAstro. “1Aardvark brings deep mission software expertise that complements the systems we already build and will help us deliver more complete, resilient capabilities to the U.S. government faster.”
In 2026, the company also acquired Vidrovr, an artificial intelligence company focused on real-time data analysis, and Jariet Technologies, a U.S.-based semiconductor company. Together, these investments expand CesiumAstro’s ability to develop and deliver integrated space and defense systems spanning hardware, software, computing, communications, and mission intelligence.
