A SpaceX vet raised $65M to pull wire harnesses

Senra, founded by former SpaceX engineer Jordan Black, announced a $65 million Series B round to modernize wire‑harness manufacturing for aerospace and defense customers.

Former SpaceX propulsion engineer Jordan Black has tapped into a niche of aerospace manufacturing with his new venture, Senra, securing a $65 million Series B round to overhaul legacy wire‑harness production.

Why wire harnesses matter

Wire harnesses—bundles of cables, connectors, and protective sleeves—are the nervous system of aircraft and missiles, transmitting power and data across complex platforms. Many defense contractors still rely on designs and processes dating back to the Cold War, which can lead to reliability issues and costly maintenance.

Senra’s modern approach

Senra combines advanced materials, automated assembly, and AI‑driven quality control to produce lighter, more resilient harnesses. The company’s proprietary tooling reduces manual soldering, cutting production time by up to 30 % according to internal testing.

Black’s experience at SpaceX, where rapid iteration and vertical integration are core principles, informs Senra’s push for tighter supply chains and faster design cycles for defense customers.

Funding and investors

The $65 million Series B was led by venture firm Lux Capital, with participation from In-Q-Tel and several aerospace‑focused angels. The round will fund the expansion of Senra’s pilot plant in California and the hiring of additional engineers and production staff.

Scale up automated assembly lines
Integrate AI for defect detection
Develop next‑gen composite insulation
Partner with legacy defense OEMs

Market outlook

Industry analysts note that modernizing wire‑harness manufacturing could unlock significant cost savings for the U.S. defense sector, which spends billions annually on maintenance of aging platforms.