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As part of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), the Space Development Agency has selected us to conduct a feasibility study on space vehicle de-orbit as a service.   This 90-day study will explore assisted, on-demand space vehicle disposal, pushing the boundaries of sustainable space operations. We’re excited to contribute to this important initiative and look forward to delivering our findings by the end of the year. 🌌 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eMaR_8-s

The U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command, in partnership with Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), awarded Impulse Space a $34.5M contract for the VICTUS SURGO and VICTUS SALO missions. Our Mira vehicles will demonstrate Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) capabilities, enhancing dynamic space operations. 🚀 For VICTUS SURGO, Mira will reach GTO via our Helios kick stage aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. VICTUS SALO will see Mira operate in LEO on a future SpaceX Rideshare mission. We look forward to advancing space domain awareness and delivering highly responsive space capabilities. 🌌 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g6SRkdKk #ImpulseSpace

Ever wondered why 3D printing is so useful in aerospace applications? 🚀 Ryan Holbrook, an additive engineer here at Impulse Space, has the answer. By 3D printing the majority of our engine parts in-house, we unlock new possibilities that traditional manufacturing can't offer. From cooling channels to complex geometries, additive manufacturing allows us to optimize performance while accelerating development. With full control over the process—from material feedstock to post-print quality checks—we ensure precision at every step. The result? High-performance propulsion systems that push the boundaries of in-space transportation. #3DPrinting #SpaceTechnology #ImpulseSpace

We’re excited to announce the close of our $150M Series B funding round, led by Founders Fund, bringing our total raised to $225M. This investment will drive continued development of our Helios and Mira vehicles, supporting our mission to accelerate humanity’s spacefaring future by enabling efficient in-space transportation. 🌌 This year alone, we've achieved significant milestones, including the successful LEO Express-1 mission and the launch of our GEO Rideshare Program. With the demand growing for rapid on-orbit responsiveness, Impulse is ready to meet the challenge. A special thank you to all of our investors for your continued support: 137 Ventures, Airbus Ventures, Alumni Ventures, Balerion Space Ventures, DCVC, Elysium Venture Capital, First Principles Group, Founders Fund, Island Green, Lux Capital, Overmatch Ventures, RTX, Spring Tide Capital, Tamarack Global, and Trousdale Ventures. Want to learn more about what this means for the future of space? Check out Michael Sheetz’s feature on CNBC for an in-depth look at our Series B and what’s next for Impulse. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gng3unrS

Meet Ahmad Hassan, Manufacturing Specialist here at Impulse Space, who’s helping drive innovation in our manufacturing processes. ⚙️ Learn more about his career path, what excites him about his work, and his advice for aspiring team members. Q: Tell us about your role at Impulse Space. Ahmad: I’m a Manufacturing Specialist. I originally started out as an Additive/3D Printing Technician, where I learned the process of the manufacturing lifecycle involving operations, programming, and improving hardware on CNC and metal printers. I’m now responsible for the process ownership of printed Deneb turbomachinery and Helios components. Q: What do you enjoy most about working at Impulse Space? Ahmad: The dynamic team and being involved in multiple projects is really rewarding. I love being at the forefront of next-generation technology and finding ways to maximize efficiency in making components for the next build. Every day is a chance to innovate, learn, and contribute to space exploration. Q: What advice would you give to someone considering a career at Impulse Space? Ahmad: Don’t be afraid to jump into the deep end of the pool on your first day. It’s okay to not know everything, but the key is to learn from mistakes, support teammates, and drive for constant improvement. 💫 Interested in joining a team that’s driving innovation in space exploration? Explore our open positions and apply today at impulsespace.com/careers!

This week, our very own Aaron Mitchell, Director of Product Management, joined a panel at World Space Business Week to discuss Disrupting Space Transportation to Help Shape the Future. 🔮 The session covered key topics such as the future of in-space transportation, the role of New Space thinking in disrupting the space industry, and how new launch sites are changing the commercial space landscape. Thank you to #WSBW for providing us the opportunity to share our vision for the future of in-space transportation. 🚀 #SpaceIndustry #SpaceTransportation #NewSpace #ImpulseSpace

🌍 News from #WSBW in Paris: Impulse Space announced a GEO rideshare agreement with Space Network Services, a French developer of small GEO satellites. Through this partnership, SNS can now launch multiple Kaon satellites at once onboard our Helios vehicle, cutting costs and speeding up time-to-revenue. No lengthy GTO transfers — just efficient, direct access to GEO. 🔗 Read more on how we’re transforming GEO satellite deployment through our rideshare program: https://lnkd.in/gHDT-YKQ #SpaceTransportation #GEO #Innovation #InSpaceTransportation #Satellites

What role do Orbital Transfer Vehicles (OTVs) play in shaping our spacefaring future? 🌌 Drew Damon, VP of Spacecraft Programs at Impulse Space, shares how OTVs unlock new capabilities in our latest series, "Impulse Specific," where we explore the cutting-edge technology and engineering driving our missions. Want to join our mission to revolutionize in-space transportation? 🚀 Explore open positions and become part of our growing team: impulsespace.com/careers. #ImpulseSpace #aerospace #engineering #hiring

Every Saiph thruster is thoroughly tested before it is integrated onto our vehicles. 📈 We perform several acceptance tests from our in-house vacuum chamber, focusing on two critical operational modes: 1️⃣ Steady-state burn: Validates Saiph’s ability to perform delta-V burns, enabling precise orbital transfers. 2️⃣ Pulsing burn: Demonstrates fine reaction control with short, rapid pulses, crucial for vehicle rotation in space. Saiph’s success in these tests ensures our vehicles navigate orbits accurately, arriving at our customers’ target destinations in space. 🌌 With over 152,000 seconds of burn time and 108,000 ignitions on the ground at Impulse, each run builds confidence in Saiph’s on-orbit performance for our in-space transportation solutions. 🚀