The Space Visionary: An HEC Paris graduate, Emeric co-founded ALATYR to build the next generation of robotic space infrastructure—scaling orbital operations for science, industry, and defense. With a long-term vision rooted in European strategic autonomy, he positions ALATYR to address the growing global need for autonomous orbital platforms in R&D, logistics, and security.

The Institutional Deal-Maker: As Commercial Director at ArianeGroup, Emeric secured Ariane 6 development, negotiating pivotal contracts with space agencies and member states. At Arianespace, he led, in collaboration with other major industrial partners, the inception and early development of the IRIS² satellite constellation—a flagship project for the European Commission redefining Europe’s strategic autonomy.

The International Leader: His prior leadership at Airbus Helicopters—including as General Manager for Russia and CIS—combined with earlier experience in emerging markets, has made him a cosmopolitan and results-driven leader capable of scaling global industrial projects and forging high-trust partnerships across public and private sectors.

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The Space Systems Architect: With 22 years in space engineering, Mathieu co-founded ALATYR to design and integrate autonomous platforms combining robotics, artificial intelligence, advanced automation, and logistics to serve a broad range of scientific and strategic missions. As CTO, he pushes the boundaries of space innovation by leading the development of fully robotic systems—tackling the profound technological and operational challenges this paradigm shift entails.

‍The Launch Innovator: During his time at ArianeGroup, Mathieu played a pivotal role in the Ariane 6 program, pioneering new launch services and engineering initiatives. His leadership drove key advancements in Europe’s space capabilities and established him as an influential force in the industry.

‍The Space Automator: Earlier at Astrium, Mathieu contributed significantly to the Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV) missions, providing expert guidance, navigation, and control for complex space operations. His work ensured pinpoint accuracy and reliability, supporting critical international space missions and setting new standards in precision engineering.

The Engineer of Change: An ISAE-Supaero graduate and the first European to attend NASA Academy, Guillaume has dedicated nearly two decades to advancing European launch vehicles. Starting in 2005, he immersed himself in mission analysis and advanced projects, gaining expertise in the trajectories and performances of launch and re-entry vehicles.

‍The Architect of Ariane 6: Following the 2013 Ministerial Conference, Guillaume led the team that shaped the vision for what would become Ariane 6, a modern launcher tailored to European needs. From 2015 to 2021, he served as Improvement Manager, introducing new processes and tackling complex coordination challenges across extensive European teams.

‍The Performance Driver: Appointed Head of the Missions and Operational Performance team from 2021 to 2024, Guillaume oversaw the qualification of flight phases and in-orbit performance for Ariane 6. As Technical Authority, he ensured the critical ascent flight phases were justified, ultimately leading to the success of Ariane 6’s inaugural flight in July 2024.

The International Developer: As alumni of Aerospace Engineering from Delft University of Technology, Joost's career spans multiple countries and roles ranging from Engineering, Business Development to Innovation Strategy. His international experience and strategic vision continue to drive innovation in the aerospace industry.

‍The Space Program Builder: Joost has been instrumental in advancing Europe's space logistics capabilities. As the Human Space Flight Programme Manager at ArianeGroup, he spearheaded the development of the SUSIE™ program—a next-generation space vehicle designed for both cargo and crewed missions.

The Space & Defense Systems Expert: Joost began his career at Airbus Defence and Space in Munich, specializing in flight guidance systems for fighter aircraft and drones. He later led flight-critical systems for programs like the Barracuda and European MALE drones, driving key advancements in unmanned aerial systems.

The Business Navigator: A Nice IAE and Manhattan Institute of Management alumnus, Thomas launched his career in 2015 with Airbus Helicopters. There, he began mastering the financial controls essential to the aeronautics industry, setting the foundation for his journey into high-stakes finance.

‍The Space Financier: At ArianeGroup, Thomas moved into uncharted territory, overseeing critical program controls that drove forward space innovations. His keen financial oversight and strategic insights helped propel some of the sector’s most ambitious projects.

‍The Financial Guardian: Over years with Safran, Thomas honed his expertise as Programs Controlling Manager. His diverse experience across aviation and aerospace prepared him for his current role at ALATYR, where he is now shaping financial strategy and innovation as Chief Administrative and Financial Officer.

Advancing Cellular and Molecular Biology: With a background in biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, Emma has dedicated her career to understanding and optimizing cellular processes. From mitochondrial dynamics to pluripotent stem cells, her work bridges fundamental research and practical applications in biotechnology.

‍From Fundamental Research to Applied Biotechnology: During her PhD at the Pasteur Institute, Emma worked on high-throughput screening project to identify key genes involved in mitochondrial dynamics and contributed to the development of a mitochondrial morphology supervised-machine learning quantification pipeline. At Gourmey, she has helped establish embryonic stem cell lines, refine differentiation protocols, and optimize cell culture conditions for bioprocess applications.

‍Biotech in Space: Driven by a deep interest in space biology, Emma is particularly fascinated by how cellular systems adapt to extreme environments. She is eager to leverage the unique conditions of space to support innovative bioproduction and advance our understanding of cellular mechanism in space and on earth. By bridging biotechnology and space research, Emma is committed to unlocking novel scientific and commercial opportunities at the intersection of these fields.

The Biotechnology Expert: With a background in physics and nanoscience, and a specialization in biotechnology, David has spent over 7 years pioneering solutions at the crossroads of biology and technology. He co-developed a multi-omics platform that revolutionizes sample preparation for next-generation sequencing (NGS), enabling deeper insights into complex biological systems.

The Product Development Leader: In a dynamic biotechnology startup, David spearheaded the development of a multi-omics platform, leading both hardware and software innovation. His ability to integrate mechanics, electronics, software, microfluidics, and biology into a seamless, user-centric product has set new standards for high-quality sample preparation in the biotech industry.

‍The Early Innovator: David’s journey began with a PhD in microfluidic systems for medical diagnostics, where he engineered capillary systems embedded with screen-printed heaters and sensors. His systems-level approach—blending fluid dynamics, actuators, and sensors—laid the groundwork for multifunctional, integrated solutions that bridge physics and biology, defining his multidisciplinary approach to product development.

The international aerospace engineer: As a Centrale Supélec and Cranfield University alumni, Flore's academic studies were set in a dynamic and innovative international environment. Her different projects as member of multicultural teams prepared her to the international interactions and cooperation that fuel the aerospace industry.

‍The thermal architect: Flore's master's thesis focused on designing and modeling the external thermal system of a bio-CubeSat. Her innovative approach and expertise in thermal modeling played a crucial role in shaping the system's final design, accurately quantifying thermal interactions with the environment and providing essential data to evaluate the mission's feasibility.

‍The system innovator: During her time in Centrale Supélec, Flore contributed to the development and progress of the university's CubeSat project. Her actions span from the design and construction of a portable telecommunication antenna system to creating a code to retreive and decod messages from the local radio-ham community and the ISS.

The Space Enthusiast: Driven by a fascination for space and its mysteries, Antoine, a Centrale Lyon and GeorgiaTech graduate, combines a solid foundation in Spacecraft Design, Systems Engineering, and Space Flight Operations with an innovative approach to solving aerospace challenges.

‍The Multidisciplinary Thinker: As a former Graduate Research Associate at the Aerospace Systems Design Laboratory, Antoine worked on transformative projects backed by NASA, the U.S. Air Force, and SAAB. His contributions spanned from modeling lunar surface systems for future crewed missions to advancing military tanker aircraft concepts and optimizing aerial firefighting operations.

‍The Emerging Leader: Beyond technical roles, Antoine has honed his leadership as a board member in his college aerospace associations, fostering connections between European and American industries and government with the next generation of aerospace leaders. With a strong set of interpersonal skills, he’s poised to lead forward-thinking innovation and inspire collective efforts.

From Biotech to Space: With a background in biomedical engineering from Arts et Métiers and Mines-PSL, Alexandre is driven by the potential of space-based research to revolutionize biotech and healthcare. His expertise in science diplomacy and business development fuels ALATYR’s mission to expand strategic partnerships and push the frontiers of microgravity innovation, making space a key enabler for breakthrough innovations in biotech and healthcare.

‍The Global Innovation Connector: At the Embassy of France in the U.S., he promoted France’s research excellence and helped build transatlantic innovation networks—ranging from high-level negotiations to deeptech startup acceleration through the NETVA program. He later joined the cabinet of the Minister of Higher Education and Research, where he forged strategic alliances with over 10 countries to shape European R&D policies and advance deeptech initiatives.

‍Driving Strategic Partnerships and Business Growth: He began his career in an innovation consulting firm in which he accompanied medtech startups in their financing rounds. Now at ALATYR, Alexandre focuses on forging high-impact partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and space agencies, and develop the company's business strategy.