Skycorp

Skycorp, founded in 2011 and based in Reston, Virginia, is a space company focused on in-space services and software development. The company specializes in providing satellite operations as a service, essentially offering outsourced mission control and operational support for satellite constellations and individual spacecraft. Complementing this service is Skycorp’s development of advanced spacecraft autonomy software, indicating a focus on enabling more independent and efficient satellite operations.

Currently, Skycorp’s core business appears to center around providing the infrastructure and expertise to manage spacecraft in orbit, reducing the operational burden for satellite owners. Their recent press release highlights the successful arrival of their FQE payload at the International Space Station (ISS), demonstrating their capability to not only develop space-bound hardware but also to successfully integrate and deploy it to a complex orbital environment.

While specific details regarding customer base are not publicly available, the provision of ‘operations as a service’ suggests Skycorp targets satellite operators – potentially including commercial companies, government agencies, and research institutions – seeking to outsource mission control or enhance their existing capabilities.

Skycorp’s unique value proposition appears to lie in its combination of operational expertise and software development, allowing them to offer a comprehensive solution for managing spacecraft and increasing their on-orbit autonomy. The company is poised to benefit from the growing demand for efficient and cost-effective space operations as the number of satellites in orbit continues to increase.