ORCHESTRATING THE EVOLUTION OF SPACE®
Cognitive Space is the market leader in intelligent space automation. By leveraging artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and deep operational expertise, Cognitive Space provides automated satellite operations that enable constellations to scale while meeting the ever-growing and stringent market needs.
OUR VISION
We envision a prosperous future where AI-driven automation enables the orchestration of massive distributed systems in space, fueling the expansion and sustainability of humanity throughout the solar system.
OUR MISSION
Empower the use of space for security, sustainability, and economic prosperity through the orchestration of intelligent machines across a multi-planetary system.
OUR EARLY BELIEVERS
From the very inception of Cognitive Space, we have set out on a path to rethink how space operations should evolve and build the technology to see that future become reality.
We are grateful for the continuous support and trust of our valued investors.
Their investments enable us to empower satellite operators and government agencies unlock the true revenue and operational potential of their satellite constellations.
OUR CORE VALUES
Seek Excellence
through discomfort, tenacity and curiosity. Always be raising the bar; learn from mistakes.
Be Audacious
in setting ambitious goals and execute with resolve, conviction and commitment.
Take Ownership
of, and pride in, your work. Celebrate victories and recognize the accomplishments of others.
Build Trust
through engagement and integrity; give credit where credit is due; seek and give help.
Execute Fiercely
by being biased towards action and completion. Move forward by iterating quickly and effectively.
MEET THE COGNITIVE SPACE LEADERSHIP TEAM
GUY DE CARUFEL
CEO & FounderGuy, mission driven leader and award winning NASA engineer who worked on human rated spacecraft software, rocket guidance and nanosatellites. Glider pilot and top 100 astronaut candidate.
HANNA STEPLEWSKA
COO & PresidentHanna, an Earth observation scientist, fuses her 25+ years of international aerospace business experience with neuroscience-based team coaching to unlock new opportunities in the space economy.
DAX GARNER
CTODax, an ex-NASA, Lockheed Martin and Firefly Aerospace aerospace engineer excels at developing embedded flight software and Linux-based aerospace applications, as well as leading technical teams.
PAUL BAILEY
Chief ArchitectPaul is an award-winning and passionate web developer who is building and leading the next generation of cutting-edge web technologies.
GEORGE KIRBY
VP of Business DevelopmentWhether its renovating a historical home or building a sales pipeline with new digital products, George is an expert at his craft. With former service in the Marines, George also brings a passion and drive to push the Cognitive Space business to the next level.
JEFF EDWARDS
VP of EngineeringJeff, a proven senior leader in enterprise SaaS software, has a passion for building engineering organizations and culture to promote innovation and empowerment while delivering a great customer experience.
DEKE YOUNG
VP of Product ManagementDeke, with 20+ years in satellite & aerial Product Management, excels at solving customer & market problems that create value for people, processes and technology across commercial and government use cases.