Sierra Space

We've been awarded a contract by Air Force Research Laboratory REGAL program, to study scaling our 150 kg payload Sierra Space Ghost decelerator to accommodate up to 5 or 10 metric tons. The goal: deliver a shipping container from space anywhere in the world in 90 minutes. Release: https://bit.ly/4dvNnFJ

At Sierra Space, we provide a supportive internship environment, making it an ideal choice for aspiring aerospace professionals. An internship here offers invaluable experience and acts as a stepping stone to an exciting career. ? The experiences of Lily Allen, Thanush Rajendran, and Anton Vandenberge illustrate how an internship with our team can lead to significant career growth and opportunities. ? Blog: https://lnkd.in/eWvp73J4

Our team has successfully completed the ISS Joint Test of our Passive Common Berthing Mechanism (PCBM). This test verified that the PCBM conforms to NASA's rigorous standards. It included leak tests and alignment checks, ensuring the safety and integrity of the berthing interface between Dream Chaser and the ISS.

The United States Space Force announced Sierra Space’s selection this week to produce design concepts for its Resilient Global Positioning System (R-GPS) program. This initiative aims to enhance the GPS by exploring cost-effective, small satellite designs that improve resilience against emerging threats. We look forward to potentially contributing to this critical mission and advancing capabilities for both military and civil applications, with potential launches by 2028. Link: https://lnkd.in/g4HXuiF3

On Sept. 11, we hosted NASA at our Eldorado campus and conducted Milestone 5 of our Interim Design Review, under CCSC-2 - part of our NASA Space Act Agreement (S.A.A.). During the review, we summarized the architecture of our Pathfinder mission and introduced our detailed analysis of the route to launch. CCSC-2 aims to foster the commercialization of the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) economy through a "pathfinder" space station on-orbit that demonstrates key elements of future commercial space stations.

We are now accepting applications for our 2025 internships. Join our innovative team and gain hands-on experience in aerospace while working on meaningful projects to gain significant career experience – being a part of a creative, courageous and passionate team. For those who dream of changing the world, an internship with Sierra Space is the place to start. https://lnkd.in/e9D_-Rie

Our company is leading the charge in innovative softgoods technology, as we build the world’s first commercial space station. Designed to allow humans to live and work in LEO and beyond, our versatile product offering will include the largest expandable habitation ever, LIFE 5000. https://lnkd.in/ec3aEWRd

We have successfully completed thermal vacuum testing of our Carbothermal Oxygen Production Reactor at NASA's Johnson Space Center. This marks the first time in history that oxygen has been extracted from simulated lunar soil (regolith) using an automated, standalone system in a lunar environment. Press Release: https://lnkd.in/eJHH8evy

On September 12, the U.S. Mission to the UAE and the US-UAE Business Council hosted a luncheon in Dubai, highlighting bilateral partnerships in the space sector. The event featured notable figures such as H.E. Dr. Sultan Al Neyadi, H.E. Salem Humaid Al Marri, U.S. Ambassador Martina Strong, and Dr. Tom Marshburn, Sierra Space's Chief Astronaut and Vice President - Human Factors Engineering.? ? Discussions focused on current and future collaborations, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and inspiring STEM students through initiatives like the Endeavor Scholarship Foundation and the U.A.E. Solar Space youth initiative. Dr. Marshburn and Dr. Al Neyadi shared advice based on their experiences aboard the International Space Station, highlighting the promising future of U.S.-U.A.E. space exploration partnerships.

“As we wrap up this incredible year, we wanted to personally extend our deepest gratitude for the enthusiasm, innovation, and dedication the 2024 interns have brought to Sierra Space. Watching each grow and contribute in meaningful ways has been both inspiring and rewarding. Their hard work this year has truly propelled us toward new horizons!" - Heidi Hendrix, Chief People Officer. Updates on our 2025 internship opportunities coming soon.