Blacktooth Aerospace

Blacktooth Aerospace

Blacktooth Aerospace, a Sheridan-based startup founded by Dr. Kelly Brennan in December 2023, is a testament to the power of innovation and the importance of strategic partnerships. With a vision to revolutionize the fields of mechanical engineering and materials science, Brennan has embarked on a journey to develop high-performance solutions for critical applications such as ballistic protection, impact absorption, and thermal management.

Technology Focus

Blacktooth Aerospace develops advanced materials for:

• Ballistic protection
• Impact absorption
• Thermal management
• Critical defense applications

SBDC Support

To navigate the complexities of launching a startup and securing funding, Brennan turned to the Wyoming SBDC Network. ‘I first learned about the SBDC Network from emails from the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce,’ he recalls. The network’s suite of resources proved invaluable in shaping Blacktooth Aerospace’s trajectory.

‘The most valuable service has been the Phase 0 program through WSSI,’ Dr. Brennan highlights. ‘However, a number of the SBDC’s other programs have also been extremely helpful. Cybersecurity assistance, entrepreneurship workshops/webinars, market research, and the connections and introductions made by SBDC staff have been critically important.’

Key support included:

• Phase 0 program
• Cybersecurity assistance
• Entrepreneurship workshops
• Market research
• Customer engagement support

Major Achievements

• Secured first major R&D contract with military
• Participated in University of Wyoming NSF I-Corps program Fall 2024 cohort

Future Vision

By leveraging the SBDC Network’s resources, Brennan has positioned Blacktooth Aerospace to become a leader in advanced materials development for defense and aerospace applications.