Leading Materials Innovation for Space & Defense
Our Mission
To accelerate materials from laboratory concept to pilot and flight-ready use for space, defense, and high-reliability programs.
Our Approach
- We combine deep scientific expertise with agile execution. As a lean, founder-led firm, we offer highly responsive, end-to-end solutions while leveraging an extensive network of collaborators and partners.
Our Expertise
- Advanced Materials R&D & Synthesis
- Process Development & Manufacturing Scale-Up
- Microgravity & Extreme Environment Technologies
- Program Leadership, TRL Advancement & Commercialization
Leadership
Rapid MatTec is founded and led by Mehdi Ghaffari, a materials scientist and engineer with 18+ years across various programs including NASA programs, defense-relevant materials, and industrial commercialization.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-ghaffari-38a5b313b