Optical Support, Inc.

Optical Support, Inc. is a US-based company specializing in the design and manufacturing of custom optical instruments, focusing on precision optical systems for critical industries. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Tucson, US, Optical Support, Inc. specializes in custom optical solutions.

The company has successfully completed 1 deal as of February 2026, when it was acquired by Rocket Lab USA, Inc. , enabling integration into advanced optical systems. Optical Support, Inc. excels in designing and manufacturing custom optical instruments, leveraging over 150 years of combined experience in optical and optomechanical engineering.

Their offerings include precision optical design, CNC machining of high-precision metal hardware, and expert optical alignment and testing services, tailored to sectors such as aerospace, defense, and research institutions. The company generates revenue through project-based business-to-business transactions, offering tailored optical instrument design and CNC machining services. Pricing is determined on a per-project basis, reflecting the specific requirements of clients, particularly within the aerospace and defense sectors, fostering long-term partnerships. In February 2026, Optical Support, Inc.

was acquired by Rocket Lab USA, Inc. This acquisition is intended to enhance Rocket Lab's payload capabilities with advanced lenses and optomechanical systems for national security and commercial space missions. The integration will support the development of new optical systems aimed at expanding their market reach.