Space Systems Research Corporation
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About the firm
Space Systems Research Corporation (SSRC), founded in 2008 and incorporated in Virginia, is a professional engineering and management services company supporting NASA, NOAA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the Naval Research Laboratory, and research universities. SSRC specializes in space science mission support across the full project life cycle, from concept development and proposal through implementation, operations, and de-commissioning. Core capabilities include systems engineering, hardware engineering, scientific and engineering analysis, project management, mission assurance, and laboratory and operations support. SSRC has supported sounding rockets, deep space missions, the International Space Station, and ground-based systems, including the STEREO/SECCHI, GOES, Solar Orbiter (SoloHI), ISS-CREAM, and HREP programs.
- Established
- 2008
- Firm type
- Aerospace Engineering · Defense Engineering
Capabilities
Systems Engineering
Service websiteEnd-to-end systems engineering for space and defense missions. Services include studying technical requirements, recommending system approaches, designing flight instruments for rockets and satellites, and supporting all phases from proposal through on-orbit operations.
- Flight Instrument Design and Development
Design, fabrication, integration, testing, and calibration of flight instrumentation including cameras, telescopes, and next-generation sensor technology for scientific missions.
- Hardware Engineering
- Mission Assurance
Project Management
Service websiteProgram and project management focused on performance, cost, and schedule for federal and DoD space programs. Includes assembling expert teams, managing subcontractors and international partners, and supporting program management from proposal development through operations.
- Program Management Support
- Acquisition Documentation
Scientific & Engineering Analysis
Service websiteComplex data analysis and scientific research support for space science missions. Services include data collection, analysis, algorithm development, model validation, anomaly investigation, and distribution of scientific data.
- Space Weather Data Analysis
Validated GOES post-launch test data using as-built sensor drawings and mathematical models; developed data processing corrections and performance validation algorithms.
- Solar Physics Research Support
Principal Investigator-led research programs on solar EUV variability and solar corona imaging, including international co-investigator partnerships.
Launch and Mission Operations Support
Service websiteLaunch site support, integration to launch vehicle, on-orbit checkout, and ongoing mission operations staffing for space payloads.
Laboratory and Operations Support
Service websiteLaboratory testing, environmental testing, and ground-based system operations support.
Industries
Aerospace · Space · Defense · Federal · Research Facilities · Education
Projects
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