DOGE's Ethan Shaotran Launches Defense Tech Startup Blitz Industries
Original: DOGE’s Ethan Shaotran Is Now Running a Defense Tech Startup
Why This Matters
Shows revolving door between government efficiency roles and defense contracting
Ethan Shaotran, early DOGE member who left Harvard to join the government efficiency initiative, founded defense startup Blitz Industries after departing federal service in January. Company registered in Delaware with $177K tax assessment.
Ethan Shaotran, who left Harvard during senior year to join DOGE's core team, has launched Blitz Industries, described as 'a defense company backed by big names.' While at DOGE, Shaotran worked across multiple agencies including GSA, NOAA, SSA, and USPS. He was involved in moving thousands of immigrants into SSA's 'Master Death File,' effectively removing work authorization. Blitz Industries incorporated in Delaware on February 12, 2026 with $176,986 annual tax assessment and 25 million authorized shares. The company registered with federal procurement system SAM, typically preceding government contracts. Office located in Hawthorne, California across from SpaceX headquarters. Pentagon is expanding contractor pool while venture funds invested $49.1 billion in defense tech startups in 2025.