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CesiumAstro builds and delivers space communications systems — at scale. They design, engineer, and manufacture software-defined radios, phased array payloads, and fully integrated satellites that enable real-time, multi-beam, multi-user connectivity across space-based and airborne networks. As a vertically integrated manufacturer, CesiumAstro brings RF, digital processing, and satellite integration together under one roof, enabling rapid production, consistent performance, and repeatable delivery.
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Missile Defense Agency Selects CesiumAstro for GMD IFICS
Was awarded a contract to develop a new active phased array variant of its Skylark terminal to support the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon System for the Missile Defense Agency. The system leverages CesiumAstro's scalable, software-defined phased array architecture and is designed to be modular and adaptable across ground and airborne platforms.
Read More$500M Investment Expands CesiumAstro's Texas HQ and Manufacturing
Invested more than $500 million to expand its Texas headquarters and build a 270,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility to scale production of space and defense communications systems. The expansion, supported by a $200 million financing package from the U.S. EXIM Bank and J.P. Morgan, is expected to create over 500 high-skill jobs and strengthen domestic space manufacturing capacity.
Read MoreExpanding in Texas: CesiumAstro Scales U.S. Manufacturing
CesiumAstro is expanding its Texas headquarters with a $500 million investment to build a 270,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility that will scale production of space and defense communications systems. The project is expected to create more than 500 high-skill jobs and strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity for critical space infrastructure.
Read MoreVidrovr Acquired by CesiumAstro to Boost Space Communications
Has acquired AI company Vidrovr to embed machine learning into its satellite communications and ISR systems. The integration will enable real-time signal analysis, adaptive RF optimization, and autonomous satellite operations, helping build what the company calls a distributed “planetary intelligence layer.”
Read MoreJoe Ellis on Scaling AI Across CesiumAstro's Space Systems
In a Q&A, CesiumAstro AI lead Joe Ellis explains how embedding machine learning directly into satellites and communications systems could enable autonomous operations and smarter data processing in orbit. He argues that AI will be essential to manage the growing number of satellites and sensors, turning space infrastructure into intelligent, self-optimizing networks.
Read MoreCesiumAstro Raises $470M Series C
CesiumAstro has closed a $470 million Series C funding round to scale its AI-enabled space and defense communications systems. The capital will support expanded manufacturing, a new 270,000-square-foot Texas headquarters, and accelerated deployment of its software-defined satellite communications platforms.
Read MoreGovernment Backs CesiumAstro with $200M in Financing
Secured a $200 million government-backed financing package from the U.S. Export-Import Bank and J.P. Morgan to expand domestic manufacturing of space and defense communications systems. The funding will support a 270,000-square-foot Texas facility aimed at scaling U.S. production and strengthening the national space and defense industrial base.
Read MoreSkylark Terminal Integrated by CesiumAstro for In-Flight Demo
CesiumAstro is beginning integration and testing of its Skylark Ka-band SATCOM terminal with TCI Aircraft Interiors, aiming to demonstrate high-throughput satellite connectivity for commercial aircraft. The program will start with system integration and ground testing before moving to an in-flight demonstration to validate Skylark’s multi-beam, multi-orbit connectivity capabilities.
Read MoreCesiumAstro Locks Eight SpaceX Rideshares to Test Satellite Comms in Orbit
Has secured eight SpaceX rideshare launches to deploy and test its software-defined satellite communications systems in orbit. The missions, beginning as early as 2026, will help validate the company’s technology for both defense and commercial connectivity networks.
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