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Board appointed Jose Arias, age 42, as VP, Space Operations effective May 11, 2026.

Arias to lead spaceflight operations, mission execution, production, testing, and cross-functional coordination.

Prior experience at Blue Origin supporting New Glenn operations and US Marine Corps veteran.

Annual base salary $190,000, $20,000 sign-on bonus repayable if resigns within 12 months.

Eligible for 25% performance bonus; granted 150,000 stock options vesting over 36 months.

Three months severance ($47,500) if terminated without cause.

Full analysis

The appointment of Jose Arias as VP, Space Operations strengthens operational leadership at Starfighters Space Inc., bringing specialized expertise in launch vehicle integration, propulsion testing, and manufacturing from Blue Origin's New Glenn program. His military background as a US Marine Corps combat veteran adds resilience to the leadership team. Compensation is competitive for the role, with a $190,000 base salary, performance incentives, and significant equity alignment via 150,000 options under the 2023 Stock Incentive Plan. The vesting schedule encourages long-term commitment, while severance protections are standard. No related-party arrangements or legal issues disclosed, indicating a straightforward hire to advance space operations and mission execution strategies.

FJET · Starfighters Space Inc

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