Citra Space

Overview

Builds hardware, software, and infrastructure for space domain awareness, combining edge-processed telescopes and antennas with command and field operating-picture tools.

Part of the Aerospace Alley ecosystem

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Timeline

1. Apr 2026Funding Roundspacenews.com ↗

   $15M Series A led by Washington Harbour Partners.