Mission
“To pioneer the next generation of hypersonic propulsion systems that will redefine the boundaries of aerospace engineering and enable new possibilities for defence and commercial applications.”
At Equilibrium Aerospace, we believe that the future of high-speed flight depends on novel propulsion technologies. The entire aerospace industry has been relying on jet and rocket engines that fundamentally have not changed in almost 100 years. It's time for a breakthrough.
Our Story
Since 2022, we have been trying to solve one of most challenging problems in the aerospace industry: efficient, reliable hypersonic propulsion. Our founders recognized that existing technologies were insufficient for the demands of next-generation high-speed flight.
Starting with a small team of dedicated engineers and scientists, we began our journey in a state-of-the-art research facility. Through relentless experimentation and innovation, we developed our core rotating detonation ramjet technology that would become the foundation of our company.
Today, we stand at the forefront of hypersonic propulsion research, with a successfully tested hydrogen-fuelled prototype, access to a world-class facility, strategic partnerships and a growing team of exceptional talent committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
The Team
Maciej Grybko
CEO & CTO
Maciej Grybko is an aerospace propulsion researcher and founder of Equilibrium Aerospace, specialising in hypersonic and advanced air-breathing propulsion systems. During his PhD at the University of Southern Queensland, he successfully demonstrated operation of a rotating detonation ramjet—an achievement previously reported only in Russia and China—marking a significant milestone in hypersonic propulsion research. His work spans experimental hypersonics, rocket propulsion, and high-speed combustion, with a focus on translating cutting-edge propulsion concepts into practical defence and space capabilities.
Federico Vasani
COO
Federico Vasani is an Industrial Engineer with a strong background in strategic consulting and project management, specializing in process optimization and scalability. Having spent years in consulting firms resolving growth blockers for multinational companies, Federico understands how cross-functional projects drive commercial value and product success. His expertise lies in designing efficient business processes from the ground up, establishing project management frameworks to align team capacity with tight timelines, and deploying data-driven systems for operational clarity. Skilled at translating ambiguous challenges into clear requirements and fostering high-performance cultures, Federico ensures that engineering innovation is always backed by operational excellence and commercial viability.