Jemba9 believes engineering works best when information, people and decisions stay connected.
We help organizations move from concept to production with greater clarity, continuity and confidence.
Our approach brings engineering expertise, intelligent technology and real-world execution together to help teams build better systems.
Jemba9 grew from years spent inside space programs, where our founders saw brilliant engineers spending too much time navigating reviews, creating presentations and recreating work instead of advancing the engineering itself.
At the same time, programs were being asked to move faster without compromising the rigor and assurance demanding missions require.
We believed those things didn’t have to be at odds. Better access to engineering information, greater use of proven technology and more connected ways of working could remove unnecessary complexity without sacrificing confidence.
So we built Jemba9 to help engineers spend more time engineering—and teams spend more time moving the mission forward.
Jemba9 is led by engineers, operators and industry leaders who understand what it takes to turn ambitious ideas into real systems.
Our leadership brings together deep technical knowledge, hands-on execution and a shared commitment to building a better way to develop space.
Chad brings two decades of experience delivering space technologies from concept to successful on-orbit deployment. With a background spanning engineering, operations, program management, and business development, he leads Jemba9’s strategy and keeps technical execution closely aligned with customer mission success.
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer
Bob brings 35 years of experience across engineering, program management, production, test, and operations. He oversees the systems, supply chain, facilities, and processes that allow Jemba9 to move quickly while maintaining the discipline and quality required for mission-critical hardware.
Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer
Paul brings three decades of space-industry experience and deep expertise in design assurance, radiation effects, and advanced electronics. He leads Jemba9’s technology direction, helping the team adapt proven commercial technologies into capable, reliable systems for demanding space missions.
Co-founder & Chief Technology Officer
David brings two decades of industry recognized technology, data and AI experience to pair with the founders deep space experiences. He leads Jemba9's information and Al strategy, connecting data, agentic worktlows, and technology to the company's broader mission. He focuses on turning complex operational knowledge into clear, scalable systems that help teams make faster decisions and move concepts toward successful J on-orbit deployment.
Chief Information and AI Officer (CIAO)
We’re building Jemba9 for people who want to solve hard problems, take ownership and make a meaningful impact on the future of space.
You’ll work alongside people who value curiosity, accountability and continuous improvement—with the freedom to challenge old ways of working and build better ones.
Do meaningful work. Keep learning. Enjoy the journey.
