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Northrop Grumman’s (NYSE: NOC) Passive Refueling Module (PRM) has been selected as the first preferred refueling solution interface standard for use across Space Systems Command (SSC) satellites. Northrop is collaborating with SSC, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and other customers to develop in-space refueling technologies for the nation’s space-based assets. These advancements address a critical national security capability: sustained maneuverability for dynamic space operations. #commoninterface #spaceexploration #refueling #onorbitservicing __________ Approach Venture enables founding teams building the future of frontier technology to achieve their full potential.

Since the U.S. Space Force was founded in December 2019, I've been very interested. Is the like NASA or Star Wars? Maybe a bit of both?! Seriously though, the U.S. Space Force is doing great work. It has recently unveiled the new Commercial Space Strategy that seeks to set a path for leveraging tech innovation to serve their top four guiding principles: 1. Balance - Avoid an overreliance on a single solution or provider 2. Interoperability - Strengthen both government and commercial sector 3. Resilience - Diversify supply chains and gain visibility into all risks 4. Responsible Conduct - Align with legally and ethically compliant providers This strategy aligns with the National Defense Strategy and the Department of Defense to ensure transparent collaboration, establish effective risk management strategies, and secure the successful future of America!

Big news for shops working with (or looking to work with) Jeff Bezos' aerospace company, BLUE ORIGIN: https://lnkd.in/e9SEH55C "[This] marks a significant step in Blue Origin's potential participation in the National Security Space Launch Phase 3 program, a multi-billion dollar procurement of launch services for national security satellites." If Blue Origin is awarded the NSSL Phase 3 program, it means they'll be sending out lots of RFQs for the #aerospacemanufacturing world. It's no secret that Bezos likes to deliver things quickly—rumor has it that quotes for this work must be delivered in 48 hours or less. If that's a barrier to entry for your shop, get in touch with our team today. #NewGlenn #BlueOrigin #manufacturingnews #manufacturingindustry #aerospacemanufacturing #manufacturingmonday #advancedmanufacturing #USmanufacturing

Lockheed Martin - Increased Smallsat Production 🛰🏭 ✨ There is a backlog of 100 smallsats on order from DOD + Intelligence customers from Lockheed Martin ✨ Space Development Agency (SDA) = Organization under the U.S. Space Force that is working on building a satellite network in LEO ✨ SDA Contracts = Fixed-price bids from satellite manufacturers ✨ Lockheed Martin opened a smallsat assembly facility in Denver, Colorado in 2023 (Can manufacture 180 spacecraft per year) 🎙My thoughts: I think Lockheed Martin expanding into the SDA smallsat contracts is strategically a good move. The fixed-price bids could be a challenge if there are production issues. There is also a potential for the smallsats to be manufactured cheaper/more efficiently which could increase the margin Read more below ⬇

🚀 BAE Systems has successfully acquired Ball Aerospace, marking a significant advancement in space and defense capabilities within their US operations. Ball Aerospace, known for its expertise in spacecraft, mission payloads, and optical systems, has been serving key clients like the US Department of Defense and the intelligence community. I am undoubtedly biased but this strategic acquisition will result in a fusion of exceptional talents and technologies. According to GlobalData's insightful report, “Thematic Intelligence: Space Systems in Aerospace and Defense (2023)”, this development is set to reshape the defense industry landscape. Ball Aerospace's involvement in high-tech projects for both NASA and the ESA is a testament to their pioneering spirit and innovation. What's particularly exciting is the formation of the Space & Mission Systems sector under BAE Systems, with Dr. Dave Kaufman at the helm. This sector promises to blend the strengths of both entities to align with the US National Defense Strategy and Intelligence Strategy. BAE Systems, Inc. President and CEO, Tom Arseneault, highlighted the significance of this acquisition, “This acquisition underpins our strategy to deliver growth and advance our technology and innovation portfolio in high-priority areas identified in the US National Defense Strategy and the US Intelligence Strategy. Together we will leverage our combined capabilities to develop and deliver cutting-edge space, science and defence solutions to advance our customers’ critical missions.” As we look ahead, I am personally eager to see the cutting-edge space, science, and defense solutions that will emerge from this partnership. Here's to new possibilities, groundbreaking innovations, and a stronger defense landscape! #BAESystems #BallAerospace #AerospaceAndDefense #Innovation #SpaceTechnology #StrategicAcquisition #IndustryLeadership 🌌🛰️🌍 https://lnkd.in/eefYpYmZ

"Eighteen months into his tenure, the U.S. Space Force’s top procurement official Frank Calvelli has steered the organization toward an acquisition philosophy centered on speed, and on ensuring contractors fulfill obligations and meet milestones." #elaranova #spaceindustry #spacetech #spacetechnology #commercialspace #militaryspace #nationalsecurityspace #nationalsecurity #nationaldefense #spaceacquisition #SpaceForce #USSF #Pentagon

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is working with Northrop Grumman to flesh out a concept for a moon-based railroad network. “The envisioned lunar railroad network could transport humans, supplies and resources for commercial ventures across the lunar surface — contributing to a space economy for the United States and international partners,” Northrop said in a March 19 statement. Looking for opportunities to support such efforts? Does your team have solutions? Contact CRG for pre/post award support. CRG: Your gateway to success in winning & managing project work. https://crgroupinc.com/ - [email protected] #IL #DC #VA #Dubai The company’s work will focus on identifying the interfaces, resources and funding needed to build such a network as well as the technological and logistical risks. Northrop will also propose lunar rail system prototypes explore how the capability could be built and operated. #darpa #lunarexploration #lunarlogistics #logistics #spacetech #spacetechnology #spaceinnovation #spaceeconomy #spaceit #itadvances #governmentcontracting #federalcontracting

Not discussed in this article is payload processing. Payload processing capacity will also be strained as DOD shifts to small satellite deployments that ensure resiliency of our space enterprise. As the number of satellites increase, payload processing demands will also increase. My Space Systems Integration (SSI) team is working closely with our customers to find innovative ways to increase payload processing capacity to meet DOD and IC demands for the future. This is going to require different ways of thinking. This will also require new partnerships.

The United States Department of Defense - Office of Strategic Capital is launching a loan program to support critical technology development and national security. They released a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input from Companies working on critical technologies, Financial institutions, Industry associations. 🔬 Focus areas include advanced space technology and 30 other critical tech sectors including Space launch • Spacecraft • Space-enabled services and equipment (including in-space operations and associated ground equipment) Please submit your comments via the Federal Register website to make sure our government partners and stakeholders provide the best program for these market segments to grow and sustain themselves! #DefenseTech #Innovation #Investing #NationalSecurity #CriticalTechnologies #Spacetechnology #DefenseSpace https://lnkd.in/e4cxqfUx

Space systems are going through a revolutionary change fueled by both the ability to launch more things into space faster and the digitization of the ground infrastructure and convergence with terrestrial networks. This applies to both government and commercial satellite systems. As we head into 2024 and look around, the space industry is fundamentally different from what it was decades ago, thanks to first- and second-order effects from embracing commercial innovation. SpaceX set a record-breaking cadence of nearly 100 launches last year, heralding a new revolution in access to space. The Space Development Agency (SDA) operationalized several tranches of its layered hybrid architecture and paved the way for the Defense Department’s orbital blueprint, the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. And all branches of the United States military, not just the Space Force, set into motion how they plan to leverage space in mesh networks supporting joint all-domain command and control systems. But while the launch and satellite segments have come into their moment as government and industry become more and more integrated, the true unsung heroes of the space business are on the ground. Although vital to the overall space mission, ground systems rarely get the credit, and are shorthanded and under-resourced amidst the fanfare of kicking off new space missions. #nationalsecurity #intelligence #connectivity #cyber #connectivitymatters #hacking #military #communications #cybersecurity #security #infosec #networksecurity #newspace #newspaceeconomy #strategy #constellations #satellite #space #satelliteoperatos #satcoms #satellitesystems #satelliteoperations #ops #opsec #telecommunications #spaceindustry #LowEarthOrbit #sda #megaconstellations #spaceindustry #esa #nasa #eu #europe #cyberwarfare #cyberdefense #defense #jamming #antijamming #resilience #oneweb #starlink #spacex #telesat #milsatcom #govsatcom #sda #spacecraft #internetofthings #development #spacedata #iris2 #cubesat  #MichaelHadjitheodosiou https://lnkd.in/eSnYBvDR