High Performance TacRS Constellation Satellite Platform

The development proposed is a direct continuation of the development being conducted under our Phase II effort (“Tactically Responsive Satellite Constellation Platform”) which identifies DAF operational requirements, and advances the major bus subsystems (avionics, propulsion, power, GNC, thermal, and structure) and payload interfaces through the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) phase. This proposal builds on the research and development conducted under our Phase II SBIR, by preparing to integrate DAF payload(s) onto the first Mega Class satellite bus which is slated for launch in early FY26. The milestones include selecting the payloads; designing the mechanical, thermal, electrical, and software interfaces; defining those interfaces through Interface Control Documents (ICDs); and demonstrating those interfaces through a Hardware in the Loop (HITL) payload simulator. Additionally, this TACFI incorporates three milestones intended to keep our DAF customer and end-user informed on the overall progress of our bus development, culminating with a report on our first orbital mission in mid-CY24, a rideshare demonstration of key components to gain space heritage and demonstrate our ability to deliver, integrate, launch, and operate in space.