SPACE INDEX COMPANIES INSIGHTS SECTORS PRODUCTS NEWS BLOG ANSWERS RESEARCH ABOUT FOR COMPANIES BUILD / 2026.06.04
Hadrian logo Hadrian Operates autonomous precision manufacturing factories producing components for aerospace and defense companies, powered by AI-driven factory automation software vs SES S.A. Operates a multi-orbit fleet of GEO and MEO satellites delivering video distribution, data connectivity, and managed network services to broadcasters, telecom operators, and governments worldwide SES S.A. logo
HEAD-TO-HEAD1 shared sector
Hadrian SES S.A.
Founded 2021 1985
Headquarters Torrance, California Luxembourg
Type private public
Status operating operating
Employees 289 2,264
Total funding $539M
Latest round Series C
Sectors Satellite Components & Subsystems, Space Defense Systems Satellite Communications, Ground Segment & Networks, Space Defense Systems
Products listed 4 53
Federal contracts
Launches
Leaders listed Chris Power, West Owens, Mike Manazir Adel Al-Saleh, Elisabeth A. Pataki, Adam Levy
News mentions 0 0
SHARED SECTORS
FREQUENTLY ASKED

How do Hadrian and SES S.A. compare?

Both companies work in Space Defense Systems. Hadrian was founded in 2021 and SES S.A. in 1985.

Which is larger, Hadrian or SES S.A.?

SES S.A. reports the larger workforce, with 2,264 employees versus 289.

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