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Tim Keating, Chief Strategy Officer and SVP of Global Government Operations, will join Christopher Roberti, SVP for Cyber, Space, and National Security Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, for a fireside chat about the importance of preserving U.S. leadership in LEO at the third annual Global Aerospace Summit today at 2:15 p.m. EDT. ? Watch Live: https://lnkd.in/egjVqKMw

Today on Patriot Day, we honor the thousands of lives that were lost on September 11, and reflect on the courage of those who responded with bravery. #PatriotDay

We are proud to be a member of the US-UAE Business Council as we continue to expand our global presence. "We see the US and UAE relationship as a key part of our continued goal of Building a Platform in Space to Benefit Life on Earth. It is an honor to join the U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council as a member and supporter of this organization." - LaShawn Buckley, VP Destinations Space Systems.

During Shooting Star's acoustic test, the team placed stacks of purpose-built loudspeakers – each one a highly-engineered acoustic device – in 21-ft-tall columns surrounding the spacecraft. Over a four-day period, test engineers blasted the spacecraft with a controlled sound field that was 10,000x higher intensity than the volume of a typical rock concert, recreating the sonic intensity of a launch. A total of 48 acoustic devices were used during testing. https://lnkd.in/eef_mCpe

Our Shooting Star cargo module has successfully completed acoustic testing at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, withstanding acoustic levels greater than 140 dB for several minutes at a time, proving its flight worthiness. The test, was the first of its kind to be conducted inside the Space Systems Processing Facility (SSPF) and replicated the intense acoustic stresses Shooting Star will need to withstand during a Vulcan Centaur rocket launch to the International Space Station. Press Release: https://lnkd.in/eef_mCpe

Over the last eight weeks, the Engineering Solutions team hosted STEM teacher Shane Stalter through a new program from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) and IQ3 Connect. The goal was to expose him to the aerospace industry and help him develop future talent by integrating spatial and visualization technologies. The experience allowed Sierra Space to implement a new data visualization tool, IQ3 Connect to receive feedback on their UI/UX, and Shane to draft a curriculum for his students. Pictured:?Ali Merchant, Stephanie Mufic, Shane Stalter, Tim Ventura, Shelley Peterson, Kelly Reeser, Alejandro Mendoza (Sierra Space), Arlie Huffman The Colorado Sun: https://lnkd.in/d4u8k-2D

Our team at Sierra Space is the driving force behind our extraordinary mission to push the limits of human achievement to benefit life on Earth. From pioneering advancements on Earth to ambitious endeavors in LEO and beyond, their dedication and hard work make the impossible possible. Happy #LaborDay!

Our Shooting Star cargo module is equipped with six aft-pointing thrusters. Following separation during launch, these thrusters serve as the primary propulsion mechanism until Dream Chaser is maneuvered and aligned with the International Space Station.

Today, on Women's Equality Day, we are proud to recognize the talented women at Sierra Space who help drive our mission forward to benefit life on Earth. Their contributions, both visible and behind the scenes, are crucial to our collective success. By fostering inclusive environments, we empower future generations and ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Blog: https://lnkd.in/eQunDPCh #WomensEqualityDay

This summer, Marcus DeLaTorre – Test Engineer II, conquered one of his goals and ascended Mt. Kilimanjaro, after his support of the Dream Chaser environmental test campaign. Proud to represent a team that’s reaching new heights, both Earth and beyond, Marcus held the Sierra Space flag high at the summit to celebrate the achievement. “Climbing to the Roof of Africa was an amazing challenge & celebration to cap off the ATF campaign before heading into final testing at KSC. I want to also thank the local Tanzanian guides at XPATS International Team for supporting my ascent.” – Marcus DeLaTorre.