
Satellite Consulting, Inc.
Aerospace consulting services for the commercial space community
About the firm
Satellite Consulting, Inc. (SCI) is a full-service communications satellite consulting practice serving all elements of the commercial aerospace community. It provides technical expertise across every phase of spacecraft design and operation, including early-phase definition, request for proposal (RFP) development, independent reviews, on-site construction monitoring, launch vehicle integration, and in-orbit anomaly diagnosis.
- Team
- Midsize
- Firm type
- Aerospace Engineering · Owner's Engineer · Telecom / RF Engineering
Capabilities
Early Phase and Contracting Support
Service websiteSCI supports satellite buyers during the foundational stages of a program, ensuring technical requirements and commercial bids are fully optimized.
- Market Studies
Assesses market dynamics and commercial feasibility for planned aerospace programs.
- Conceptual Design Studies
Assists with basic satellite definition, orbital parameters, and antenna pattern coverage analysis.
- Proposal Preparation Assistance
Helps solicit proposals from major satellite manufacturers and contributes to the development of the Request for Proposal (RFP).
- Proposal Evaluation
Analyzes the technical and programmatic merits of manufacturer bids using a structured methodology to deliver clear recommendations.
- Contract Negotiation Support
Provides technical advisory during contract negotiations to ensure favorable engineering and performance terms.
Project Monitoring and Operations
Service websiteSCI represents owners and operators through construction, launch, and orbital testing to safeguard performance and schedule requirements.
- Spacecraft Contract Monitoring
Provides expert client representation during the design, fabrication, and testing phases to address technical issues.
- Launch Vehicle Interface Support
Manages technical interface meetings and coordination with major launch service providers, including integration and launch-day support.
- Launch Site Monitoring
Ensures on-site monitoring and technical oversight during satellite transport and integration at the launch facility.
- Mission Control Center Support
Provides operational engineering support and monitoring at the mission control center during critical phases.
- In-Orbit Test Monitoring
Oversees the verification and testing of satellite subsystems after orbital insertion to confirm design specifications.
- On-Orbit Anomaly Resolution
Assembles rapid-response teams to support anomaly investigations and resolve in-orbit spacecraft issues.
Expert and Advisory Services
Service websiteProvides specialized technical oversight, risk management, and legal advisory services to prime contractors, aerospace operators, and insurers.
- Independent Audits and Technical Reviews
Participates on audit teams and conducts senior technical oversight reviews to identify overlooked risk areas.
- Technical Risk Evaluation
Assesses technical and programmatic risks for spacecraft programs to support underwriting and investment decisions.
- Expert Witness Services
Delivers international legal support and technical testimony for disputes in the aerospace sector.
- Supplemental Engineering Staffing
Provides highly experienced consultants on short notice to support peak workloads or specialized projects.
Industries
Aerospace · Space · Telecommunications · Insurance
Projects
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