In-Space Missions

In-Space Missions is a British aerospace firm that designs, builds, and operates small satellite platforms. Occupying a mid-tier position in the space value chain, the organisation provides end-to-end mission services, allowing customers to deploy technology into orbit without managing their own dedicated bus. They specialise in 'rideshare' missions where multiple independent payloads are integrated onto a single spacecraft, reducing the cost of entry for experimental and commercial technology demonstration. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of BAE Systems, following its acquisition to bolster sovereign UK space capability. Notable projects include the Faraday satellite series, designed to carry diverse payloads for commercial, academic, and government clients. They have collaborated with entities such as the UK Space Agency and various international telecommunications and Earth observation firms to validate new sensors, antennas, and processing units in the space environment. Prospective partners should verify the specific mass and power constraints of the Faraday platforms against their intended hardware requirements. It is essential to confirm lead times for integration cycles and the availability of specific orbital slots. Buyers must also review the security and data-handling protocols established under the BAE Systems parentage to ensure alignment with their own regulatory and export control obligations.