SPACE INDEX
RTX logo RTX Global aerospace and defense conglomerate operating Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon 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-HEAD2 shared sectors
RTX SES S.A.
Founded 1922 1985
Headquarters Arlington, Virginia Luxembourg
Type private public
Status operating operating
Employees 185,000 2,134
Total funding
Latest round
Sectors Space Propulsion, Satellite Communications, Space Defense Systems Satellite Communications, Ground Segment & Networks, Space Defense Systems
Products listed 7 50
Federal contracts 7 ($25.99B)
Launches
Leaders listed Adel Al-Saleh, Elisabeth A. Pataki, Adam Levy
News mentions 0 0
SHARED SECTORS
FREQUENTLY ASKED
01

How do RTX and SES S.A. compare?

Both companies work in Satellite Communications, Space Defense Systems. RTX was founded in 1922 and SES S.A. in 1985.
02

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

RTX reports the larger workforce, with 185,000 employees versus 2,134.
03

Which has more US federal contracts, RTX or SES S.A.?

RTX has been awarded more, with $25.99B across 7 awards.

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