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Get filing alertsStarfighters Space hires VP of Space Operations with $190K salary and 150K stock options
Filed May 15, 2026 · Period ending May 11, 2026 · ~1 min read
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Jose Arias, 42, appointed VP of Space Operations effective May 11, bringing Blue Origin experience to lead spaceflight operations, mission execution, and aerospace systems production.
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Arias granted 150,000 stock options at fair market value, vesting 25% after 12 months then monthly over 24 months (36-month total), with 5-year exercise term.
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Compensation package includes $190,000 base salary, $20,000 sign-on bonus (repayable if he leaves within 12 months), and up to 25% annual performance bonus.
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Severance terms provide three months base salary ($47,500) plus health benefits if terminated without cause.
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Summary
Starfighters Space (FJET) has appointed Jose Arias as Vice President of Space Operations, a key operational role overseeing spaceflight operations, mission execution, and aerospace systems production. Arias brings relevant experience from Blue Origin where he supported New Glenn launch vehicle operations.
The appointment signals the company is building out its operational leadership team as it scales its space operations capabilities. The compensation package is structured to align with shareholder interests through a substantial equity grant of 150,000 stock options with a three-year vesting schedule.
The base salary of $190,000 plus potential 25% performance bonus represents standard executive compensation for an operational VP role at an emerging space company. The sign-on bonus includes a 12-month clawback provision to encourage retention. Investors should watch for operational milestones and mission execution updates that would demonstrate whether this leadership addition translates into improved operational performance and successful mission delivery.
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Event · Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Compensation
Starfighters Space appointed Jose Arias as VP of Space Operations with $190K salary, $20K sign-on bonus, and 150K stock options.
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Effective May 11, 2026, the Board appointed Jose Arias, age 42, as the Company's Vice President, Space Operations.
The company hired Jose Arias, a 42-year-old aerospace professional with experience at Blue Origin supporting New Glenn launch vehicle operations, as Vice President of Space Operations. He will lead spaceflight operations, mission execution, aerospace systems production and testing, and cross-functional coordination across engineering, manufacturing, quality and flight operations.
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