Aule Space
Aule Space builds compact in-space propulsion “jetpacks” that dock with GEO satellites to extend mission life. Their prototypes have been tested on the world’s fastest custom testbeds and are expected to demonstrate docking in space in late 2026.
Founders
Jay Panchal
CEO
Jay led structural engineering for 6 of the world’s highest-resolution hyperspectral satellites at Pixxel. While at BITS Pilani, he won the NASA Rover Challenge and published research on satellite mechanisms.
Nithyaa Giri
CTO
Nithyaa has built rockets and award-winning drones (judged by the Indian Air Force). She has led the EV charging infra development for Hero (world’s #1 2W maker) and built autonomous submarines for Indian defense.
Hrishit Tambi
COO
Hrishit has built open-source satellite communication systems for the European Space Agency, led the vision team for SAR satellites at MapMyIndia, and built Mars rovers, winning the International Rover Competition.