Solar MEMS Technologies

Solar MEMS Technologies, founded in 2009 and based in Madrid, Spain, develops and manufactures high-precision sun sensors for attitude determination and control systems (ADCS). The company’s core business focuses on providing reliable sensing solutions for space-based applications, initially specializing in sensors for satellites. Solar MEMS Technologies has expanded its reach beyond the space sector, leveraging its core technology to serve the drone (UAV), aviation, automotive, defense, and renewable energy industries.

The company’s key capability lies in the design and production of Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) based sun sensors, engineered to meet stringent requirements for radiation hardness, temperature stability, and overall reliability – critical factors for successful space missions. These sensors are utilized for precise attitude and positioning, essential for satellite operations and increasingly important for advanced navigation in other sectors.

Solar MEMS Technologies has achieved international reach, with its sun sensors deployed in over 50 countries, and notably includes OneWeb as a customer. This demonstrates the company’s ability to meet the demands of large-scale satellite constellations.

The company’s unique value proposition lies in its ability to deliver high-performance, reliable sensing solutions not only for the demanding space environment, but also for a broadening range of terrestrial applications, capitalizing on the increasing need for precise positioning and control across multiple industries.