Titans Space Industries Re-Launches Exclusive Recruitment for Exceptional Astronaut Candidates

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Titans Space Industries Inc. (TSI) is expanding its recruitment of extraordinary talent. The initial group of 50+ founding Astronaut Candidates (AsCans) will be augmented by an additional 25 elite individuals who will also join our AsCan ranks and task forces. The upcoming Titans Space Academy (2026), powered by TSI, will facilitate most task forces. This program is fully funded by scholarships from TSI, the Titans Astronauts, and the Guest Astronauts.

TSI today relaunched its highly selective recruitment program aimed at attracting a maximum of 25 of the world's most exceptional space and space-adjacent experts and talents. This elite group will further solidify the founding cohort of Titans Space AsCans, building upon the initial announcement made on June 25, 2025.

Our initial application process was met with overwhelming interest, leading us to close applications after just a few weeks, preventing several thousands from even applying. This new, highly focused initiative is specifically designed for professionals with at least 5-10 years of intensive experience in their respective fields. TSI is primarily seeking individuals to serve as R&D (Research & Development) and E&D (Engineering & Design) AsCans, as defined by Titans Space Industries' rigorous standards. This recruitment window will be open for a maximum of two weeks.

How to apply?

Ready to join Titans Space Industries Inc.? Here's how to apply:

1. Visit our Company Page: Titans Space Industries Inc.

2. Send us a message detailing your expertise and years of experience.

3. For an extra boost, highlight specific tasks from our Table of Contents (ToC, as posted above) where you know you'll shine.

We'll review your profile, and if it's a match, our team will contact you with follow-up questions or access to our evaluation form.

What can you expect?

Selected candidates will embark on a comprehensive, part-time training regimen led by an unparalleled team of experts under leadership of Chief Astronaut Bill McArthur, renowned for his extensive spaceflight experience, alongside esteemed Space Training experts Dr. Vladimir Pletser and Dr. Mindy Howard. The part-time nature of the initial training phases allows for continued professional engagement while preparing for a future with TSI.

• All training will be fully sponsored by Titans Space Industries. Candidates will not be asked for any financial contributions at any point – prior to, during, or after their training.

The training program is structured in two key phases: the AsCan phase (2.5 years), followed by the Astronaut-Designate phase (two years and ongoing, with mission-specific training). This phased approach ensures a thorough and tailored development pathway for each candidate.

This recruitment drive is part of TSI's broader strategic growth. From 2026 to 2028, Titans Space Industries Inc. plans to hire between 3,500 and 5,000 individuals across its various US factories and facilities. Notably, successful AsCans will receive first consideration for employment opportunities within TSI, providing a direct pathway from elite training to impactful careers at the forefront of space innovation.

If you are a highly accomplished expert eager to contribute to the future of space exploration and development, we encourage you to learn more about this unparalleled opportunity within the limited application window.

Below is a copy of Titans Space Astronaut Candidate's Playbook: Principles for a Career in Space, first published on June 21, 2025.

This playbook, outlining the core principles for a career in space, is primarily for Titans Space Industries Astronaut Candidates, those on a four-year trajectory to become fully trained, career astronauts with their first mission (as Inaugural Astronauts) in sight and an ongoing future beyond. However, anyone aspiring to become an astronaut will find these insights beneficial.

Titans Space Astronaut Candidates. You're not just any aspiring spacefarers; you're career astronauts, aiming for sustained human presence beyond Earth. This isn't a joyride; it's a profound commitment. Here's a customized "hustle playbook" for you, built on core principles and categorized for the rigorous demands of your future.

This isn't just about getting to space; it's about building humanity's future among the stars. Every principle below is a pillar of that mission.

Mindset & Mental Fortitude (The Inner Space)

• The Unshakeable Resolve (Choose Joy, Always): In the vacuum of space, your inner state is your most critical life support. Cultivate an unwavering core of optimism and problem-solving. Sadness is a luxury the mission cannot afford.

• Master of the Uncontrollable (Let Go of What You Can't Control): The universe is vast and unpredictable. Focus your formidable intellect and energy only on what you can influence. Fretting over cosmic rays or distant meteoroids is wasted energy.

• Learning from Every Anomaly (Embrace Your Failures): Every "anomaly" – every misstep, every system glitch – is a data point for improvement. Analyze, learn, and integrate. Failure is simply unexpected data, not an end.

• Self-Care for Mission Success (Be Kind to Yourself): Your body and mind are your most valuable instruments. Prioritize rest, nutrition, and mental decompression. A compromised astronaut compromises the mission.

• Unwavering Integrity (Stay True to Yourself): In extreme isolation and high-stakes environments, your ethical compass must be unyielding. Your actions define not just you, but the entire endeavor.

• Authenticity Under Pressure (Live Authentically): The stress of deep space will strip away pretense. Embrace your genuine self, flaws and all. True teamwork relies on transparent and authentic individuals.

• Solo Capable, Team Driven (You're Stronger Than You Think): Understand your individual capabilities to operate independently in a crisis. This self-reliance forms the bedrock of a robust and resilient team.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Adaptation (The Mission Imperative)

• Engineering for Feedback (Welcome the Critics): Every design review, every simulation critique, every debrief is an opportunity to harden the system and refine the plan. Solicit and internalize critical feedback as engineering data.

• Agile in the Abyss (Be Ready to Pivot): Space is the ultimate dynamic environment. Rigidity leads to failure. Develop the foresight and mental agility to adapt operational plans on the fly based on evolving circumstances.

• Perpetual Advancement (Never Stop Learning): The technology of space exploration is constantly evolving. Your intellectual curiosity must be insatiable. Master new systems, new protocols, and new scientific frontiers.

• Pushing the Envelope (Step Outside Your Comfort Zone): Innovation in space demands a willingness to venture into the unknown, both technologically and personally. Embrace challenges that push the boundaries of your current capabilities.

Crew Dynamics & Interpersonal Resilience (The Team's Gravity)

• Confidentiality Protocol (Guard Your Inner Circle): Trust is earned and maintained through discretion. Personal vulnerabilities must be managed internally; mission-critical information is shared on a need-to-know basis.

• Mission-Focused Acceptance (Don't Chase Approval): Your focus is the mission, not individual popularity. Respect is earned through competence and contribution, not by seeking universal acceptance from others.

• Defined Boundaries, Seamless Integration (Set Clear Boundaries): Understand your role and the roles of others. Respect personal space and operational parameters. Clear boundaries enable efficient teamwork in confined environments.

• Interstellar Empathy (Walk in Someone Else's Shoes): Long-duration missions demand profound understanding and patience for your fellow crew members. Cultivate empathy to anticipate needs and mitigate interpersonal friction.

Foundational Pillars & Future Vision (Sustaining Humanity)

• Psychological Readiness (Your Mind Matters Most): Your mental fortitude is the first line of defense against the stresses of isolation, confinement, and risk. Prioritize psychological training and well-being routines.

• Legacy Through Exploration (Collect Moments, Not Things): Your "riches" are the scientific discoveries, the engineering breakthroughs, and the expansion of human knowledge. The material world pales in comparison to the cosmic vista.

• The Privilege of Perspective (Practice Gratitude): Remember the immense privilege of your role. Gratitude fuels resilience and reminds you of the profound purpose behind your demanding work.

• Optimizing the Human Machine (Take Care of Your Body): Your physical condition is mission-critical. Rigorous fitness, disciplined nutrition, and preventative health are not optional, they are integral to operational success.

• Pioneering for Generations (Give Back): You are laying the groundwork for humanity's permanent presence in space. Every action, every sacrifice, is a contribution to a future that transcends your individual lifetime.

This framework emphasizes not just the technical prowess required, but also the profound psychological and interpersonal skills essential for career astronauts, especially those leading humanity's sustained ventures beyond Earth. Good luck, Titans. The future awaits.

Further Information

Spaceplane and Space Station Operations

The Titans Spaceplane is specifically designed to provide safe, reliable, efficient, and low-cost transportation for astronauts and cargo to and from the Low Earth Orbit Titans OrbitalPort Space Station (TOPSS). Much like NASA’s Space Shuttle ferried astronauts and supplies to and from LEO, the Titans spaceplanes will perform a similar function, with a key difference: the Titans Spaceplane is a Single-Stage-To-Orbit (SSTO), Horizontal Takeoff and Horizontal Landing (HTHL) vehicle, while the Space Shuttle utilized a vertical takeoff configuration.

This unique design dramatically increases safety (because there are no explosive take-offs and stage separations) for the crew, streamlines operations and rapid reusability, and significantly reduces the cost per flight compared to traditional rocket systems.

The Inaugural spaceplane flight is followed by frequent dedicated EarthLoop missions, providing an unprecedented platform for short-duration microgravity research. These EarthLoop flights are unique in that virtually all passengers aboard will be research crew, participating in a diverse array of scientific experiments. Each EarthLoop mission offers approximately three hours of sustained microgravity, a duration ideally suited for a wide range of scientific investigations.

This capability complements the long-duration research conducted on the TOPSS, enabling a comprehensive understanding of microgravity's effects across varying timeframes. The scale of EarthLoop operations, with frequent flights carrying large numbers of research crew, represents a seismic shift in the accessibility of microgravity, revolutionizing fields such as materials science, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. By dramatically increasing the volume of microgravity research, EarthLoop and TOPSS missions will help accelerate the development of new technologies, medicines, and manufacturing processes.

Recognizing the growing demand for access to LEO, Titans Space Industries is offering comprehensive 1-month all-inclusive mission packages to companies, space agencies, and research institutions for a fixed price of $25 million. Each package includes transportation for two astronauts to and from TOPSS aboard a Titans Spaceplane, as well as accommodation and support within the station for the duration of the mission. This offering provides a cost-effective and streamlined pathway for organizations to conduct research, perform manufacturing processes, or gain firsthand experience in the unique environment of low Earth orbit.

About Titans Space Industries

Titans Space Industries (TSI) is dedicated to developing safe, innovative, and cost-effective cis-lunar space exploration technologies. The company is committed to making space accessible to all and is working to develop a variety of spaceflight programs, including human spaceflight, cargo transportation, and space exploration. TSI's vision is to lead the way in making space travel a reality for millions of people around the world.

With a combined 600 years of experience in business and aerospace, TSI's founding team boasts an unparalleled depth of knowledge and expertise. This seasoned leadership brings together the sharpest minds in both fields, ensuring strategic brilliance and operational excellence. Further amplifying this expertise, the company's development of factories and facilities throughout the U.S. will be under the leadership of a senior management team with a combined 1,000 years in aerospace, including director roles of the NASA Space Shuttle program and ISS missions. This wealth of hands-on experience guarantees the highest standards in manufacturing, safety, and innovation for all Titans Space projects.

About Chief Astronaut Bill McArthur

A veteran of four spaceflights and a retired U.S. Army Colonel, William S. “Bill” McArthur Jr. has had a distinguished career marked by extensive experience in aviation, engineering, and space exploration. His trajectory took him from the rigorous training environments of the U.S. Army and test pilot school to serving as commander of the International Space Station.

- https://titansspace.com/commander-bill-mcarthur/

About the Titans Astronauts Corps

Titans Space Industries has established the “Titans Astronauts” program, an exclusive, subscription-based membership granting unlimited access to future space missions and related experiences, including frequent lunar visits. With a target membership of up to 2,000 ultra-wealthy individuals joining the program through 2030, each paying $25 million over a six-quarter period, this program will generate a substantial (lump sum, non-recurring) revenue stream and create a community of dedicated space enthusiasts contributing to the long-term sustainability of TSI’s space tourism initiatives.

Further Information: www.TitansSpace.com/Titans-Astronauts

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- Titans Space Industries Business & Investment Thesis: www.TitansSpace.com/TSI-Investment/

- Titans Space Industries Manifesto: Introducing a New Paradigm for Space Access and Leading the Next-Gen Space Economy https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/titans-space-industries-manifesto-introducing-new-paradigm-lachman-srrle/

Technology

- Titans Spaceplanes: https://titansspace.com/titans-spaceplanes/

- Titans Spaceplanes (video): https://youtu.be/1vOzgahx8us

- Titans Engines Systems: https://titansspace.com/titans-engines-systems/

- Titans OrbitalPort Space Station: https://titansspace.com/leo-orbitalport-space-station/

- Titans SpaceShips/Orbital Transporters: https://titansspace.com/spaceship/

Library

- White Papers & Analyses: https://titansspace.com/library-analyses-white-papers/

Contact

Sue Guvener - Chief Sales, Marketing, & Communications Officer

Marcus Beaufort - Director of Business Operations, Space R&D Strategy