Intuitive Machines
Space exploration and infrastructure company that uses additive manufacturing to produce critical components for lunar landers and spacecraft, enabling cost-effective lunar missions.
- CEO / Founder
- Stephen Altemus
- Team Size
- 201-500
- Stage
- Public
- Total Funding
- $175.0M
- Latest Round
- Strategic Investment
- Key Investors
- Kingstown 1740 Fund, LP
Technology & Products
Key Products
Nova-C lunar lander; Mission Control Center; Ground stations; Lunar data services; Space infrastructure services
Technological Advantage
Proprietary use of AM for critical spacecraft components, enabling rapid iteration and reduced mass; advantage is in application expertise rather than core AM technology.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces mission costs and lead times through 3D-printed engine components and reusable lander technology, enabling frequent and affordable lunar access.
How They Differentiate
Focuses on lunar delivery services with a proven lander, while competitors focus on other aspects of space; has a successful lunar landing track record.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
NASA, commercial space companies, government agencies
Industry Verticals
Aerospace; Defense; Space
Competitors
Rocket Lab; Relativity Space
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Revenue guidance for 2025: $250M-$300M; first private company to land on the Moon (IM-1 mission).
Major Milestones
IM-1 mission successful lunar landing (Feb 2024); Opened Lunar Production and Operations Center (2023); Listed on Nasdaq via SPAC merger (2023)
Notable Customers
NASA; Commercial payload customers
Funding rounds
- Strategic Investment$175M2026-02-25Source: PR
- IPO2023-02-13Source: Web