Karman Holdings Inc. (Karman Space & Defense)

Karman Space & Defense is a leading concept-to-production solutions provider for complex missions within the space and defense industries. Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, the company's mission is to expand the boundaries of what is possible in these sectors through innovation, integration, and collaboration.

The company's core capabilities span Payload & Protection Systems, Aerodynamic & Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems. Karman Space & Defense delivers integrated dynamic systems, assemblies, and advanced manufacturing solutions for critical programs, including crewed-space flight, hypersonic missions, launch vehicles, satellites, spacecraft, missile defense, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Karman Holdings Inc. completed its initial public offering in February 2025, listing on the NYSE under the ticker KRMN, with an approximate valuation of $4 billion. Jon Rambeau was appointed CEO in March 2026. In February 2026, the company expanded its market presence by acquiring Seemann Composites and Material Sciences LLC, entering the maritime defense sector with advanced composite systems for naval programs. Additionally, Karman announced a new Utah facility in March 2026 to significantly increase production capacity for Pentagon missile and UAS programs, reinforcing its position as a key supplier for critical national security initiatives.