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  • OrbitIQ | Orion

    In the congested low Earth orbit (LEO) environment, precision is no longer optional—it’s essential. OrbitIQ, a revolutionary orbital modeling platform, transforms space traffic coordination and space domain awareness with unprecedented accuracy, drastically reducing false alarms and delivering validated predictions that ensure confidence in every decision. Built to solve challenges in the modern space era, OrbitIQ empowers operators to act with precision, efficiency and resilience. ORBITIQ™ In the congested low Earth orbit (LEO) environment, precision is no longer optional—it’s essential. OrbitIQ, our orbital modeling platform, transforms space traffic coordination and space domain awareness (SDA) with unprecedented accuracy. Built to solve challenges in the modern space era, OrbitIQ, drastically reduces false alarms and delivers validated predictions for more informed decision-making. A new era of precision in SDA Every day, operators sift through 10,000+ potential collision warnings—90% of which are false alarms. Relying on outdated systems risks missing the one warning that matters. PRECISION ORBITAL MODELING Reduced orbital uncertainty from 50 kilometers to less than 5 kilometers per object CLOUD-NATIVE ARCHITECTURE Access critical data anywhere, anytime through secure cloud deployment OPERATIONAL READINESS TODAY First unclassified, export-authorized space domain awareness solution OrbitIQ: Revolutionizing orbital modeling The operational advantages of OrbitIQ OrbitIQ was purpose-built to meet the growing demands of the space domain in an increasingly crowded and contested environment. OrbitIQ’s precision modeling gives operators an edge in every situation and ensures dominance in the crowded mega-constellation environment. Fuel efficiency Reduce unnecessary maneuvers, conserve scarce fuel and extend satellite lifespans. Operational confidence Make faster, data-driven decisions with quantified uncertainty. The appearance of U.S. DOW visual information does not imply or constitute DOW endorsement. Space Force Photo by David Dozoretz. Resilience against solar storms Rapid recovery and uninterrupted operations during geomagnetic disruptions. Enhanced spacepower Prevent adversaries from leveraging tactics like camouflage or deception.  Enabling data-driven decisions in the space domain with AWS Built on the scalable and resilient AWS cloud platform, OrbitIQ leverages a comprehensive, dynamic digital twin of the space environment to deliver groundbreaking SDA. By modeling the intricate interactions between the thermosphere, ionosphere and satellites, OrbitIQ provides a holistic understanding of the current state, precise forecasting of future conditions and trajectories, and the ability to simulate and analyze complex operational scenarios with unparalleled accuracy. DOWNLOAD THE DATASHEET The OrbitIQ ecosystem OrbitIQ integrates three advanced, proprietary technologies into a seamless operational ecosystem designed for unprecedented accuracy. Dragster™ Real-time physics-based drag modeling to dynamically adapt predictions based on actual atmospheric conditions AstroLabe™ A cloud-native engine that produces realistic covariance models across all six degrees of freedom Four-Dimensional Ensemble Variational Assimilation (4DEnVar) Real-time updates to the orbital environment using current thermosphere measurements Building resilience for the future The space domain is becoming increasingly crowded, contested and competitive. OrbitIQ ensures that operators can continue to protect national security interests and collaborate with international partners while adapting to new challenges, including: Emerging mission demands in very low Earth orbit (VLEO) and cislunar space Mitigating the growing threats posed by debris and adversarial strategies Supporting allied coordination and transparency to secure long-term orbital sustainability Request a demo today! First name* Last name* Company name Phone Email* Area of inquiry* Message* Submit

  • ROBERT BAGGIANI

    VP, Business Operations Previous Next ROBERT BAGGIANI VP, Business Operations In his role as vice president of operations at Orion, Robert Baggiani leads the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategies for the business sector. Additionally, he manages the operation of all functional departments to ensure corporate alignment and efficiency. Lastly, he is responsible for managing customer relationships, the successful delivery of solutions to customers and overall program execution. Robert joined Orion in 2025 from Maxar Space where he served as a senior director of program management. Before that, Robert held senior-level program management roles at Raytheon Intelligence and Space, Ball Aerospace and Technologies Corporation, and LGS Innovations where he established a strong track record of building high-performance teams and ensuring program success for sophisticated defense and intelligence programs. Earlier in his career Robert served in engineering roles at Raytheon Electronics Systems and Boeing Satellite Systems. Robert holds a master’s degree in intelligent design systems from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from San Diego State University.

  • Orion Space Solutions kicks off work leveraging artificial intelligence to conduct advanced data processing for NOAA

    Orion Space Solutions announced today that it has been awarded new work from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to support its Advanced Access Methods for Earth Observations Digital Twin program. Orion Space Solutions announced today that it has been awarded new work from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to support its Advanced Access Methods for Earth Observations Digital Twin program. CHANTILLY, Va., Dec. 12, 2024 — Orion Space Solutions (Orion), a wholly owned subsidiary of Arcfield, announced today that it has been awarded new work from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to support its Advanced Access Methods for Earth Observations Digital Twin program (EO-DT). Work on the two-year program kicked off this month in Silver Spring, Maryland. NOAA’s Advanced Access Methods for EO-DT program was created to improve the management and dissemination of critical data observed using digital twins of Earth by leveraging the principles of open science, FAIR data and interoperability to serve its diverse user base. Specifically, the Orion team will evaluate how NOAA can leverage natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLM) to streamline and accelerate access to the terabytes of data the agency collects from diverse satellite sources. As one of the awardees of the NOAA EO-DT Joint Ventures Program Broad Agency Announcement, Orion used advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies to build a dynamic digital twin platform to process, analyze and visualize Earth observations. By running high-performance computing models in the cloud, the Orion platform connects space, atmosphere, land and sea observations into a single location, allowing the user to model and understand current, future and hypothetical scenarios. “At Orion, we take pride in our ability to apply scientific rigor and innovation to uncover new capabilities in mission-critical areas for our customers,” said Chad Fish, president and general manager of Orion. “We have already proven how AI can be leveraged for enhanced space domain awareness and Earth observation, and we are excited to extend that work to satellite mission planning.” Building on the success of the EO-DT program, Orion will utilize NLP and LLM for advanced data processing, focusing specifically on the intersections of satellite digital twins, space weather and space domain awareness. An emphasis will be placed on leveraging prior Orion research to maintain credibility and information integrity when using these tools. “Data is only as valuable as the insights that are gleaned from it,” said Kevin Kelly, chief executive officer at Arcfield. “We are thrilled to expand on our successes from the EO-DT program and to demonstrate how we can transform observations into actionable insight that can be applied to real-world problems.” About Orion Space Solutions, an Arcfield Company Orion, a wholly owned subsidiary of Arcfield, was born from the vision to apply fundamental space physics knowledge to real-world problems. A leader in the small satellite industry, Orion leverages scientific and engineering expertise to develop unique solutions to address complex space-based challenges to turn science into data and data into knowledge. Visit orion.arcfield.com for more details. # # # Press Contact: Katerina Figurski Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer 571.401.2155 katerina.figurski@arcfield.com Previous Next Dec 12, 2024 Orion Space Solutions kicks off work leveraging artificial intelligence to conduct advanced data processing for NOAA

  • Orion Space Solutions to operationalize IARPA system for space debris detection and tracking

    Orion Space Solutions announced today a follow-on subcontract from Advanced Space to support Phase 2 of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) Space Debris Identification and Tracking (SINTRA) program. Orion Space Solutions announced today a follow-on subcontract from Advanced Space to support Phase 2 of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) Space Debris Identification and Tracking (SINTRA) program. CHANTILLY, Va., Jan. 20, 2026 — Orion Space Solutions (Orion), a wholly owned subsidiary of Arcfield, announced today a follow-on subcontract from Advanced Space to support Phase 2 of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity (IARPA) Space Debris Identification and Tracking (SINTRA) program. This two-year award builds upon the success of Phase 1, where the team made breakthrough discoveries in the study of ionospheric interactions induced by orbital debris. Phase 2 will further refine and operationalize these methods for detecting and characterizing untracked objects through measurements of the plasma wave environment. “Orion has a long-standing legacy of advancing groundbreaking space science,” said Gregg Burgess, president and general manager, Orion. “Our team’s expertise in space domain awareness, plasma physics, and ionospheric modeling makes us uniquely positioned to deliver this cutting-edge solution for IARPA to further the state of the art in space traffic coordination and orbital debris mitigation.” The IARPA SINTRA program is among the first to address the critical need for detecting and tracking orbital debris objects smaller than 10 cm, which currently remain outside the persistent tracking capabilities of existing systems. In Phase 1, Orion conducted the first large-scale statistical study highlighting the relationship between space objects and ionospheric perturbations. Building on this foundation, Phase 2 will develop new tools to estimate the characteristics of previously untracked debris objects based on observations of plasma wave activity. "This contract award highlights Arcfield's commitment to pushing the boundaries of space exploration," said Kevin Kelly, chairman and chief executive officer of Arcfield. "Through Orion, we're developing innovative capabilities that not only advance scientific understanding but deliver practical solutions as our government mission partners seek complete space domain awareness—an increasingly complex challenge.” The IARPA SINTRA program was first awarded in July of 2023 to investigate the interaction of orbital debris with the space environment to more effectively detect, track and characterize lethal, non-trackable orbital space debris. The Advanced Space performer team is one of a select few teams chosen for Phase 2 of the program. About Orion Space Solutions, an Arcfield Company Orion, a wholly owned subsidiary of Arcfield, was born from the vision to apply fundamental space physics knowledge to real-world problems. A leader in the small satellite industry, Orion leverages scientific and engineering expertise to develop unique solutions to address complex space-based challenges to turn science into data and data into knowledge. Visit orion.arcfield.com for more details. # # # Press Contact: Katerina Figurski Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer 571.401.2155 katerina.figurski@arcfield.com Previous Next Jan 20, 2026 Orion Space Solutions to operationalize IARPA system for space debris detection and tracking

  • CAREERS | Orion

    At Orion Space Solutions our dedicated team of scientists, engineers and industry experts stand ready to address our customer’s toughest challenges in innovative and novel ways WORKING AT ORION At Orion Space Solutions our dedicated team of scientists, engineers and industry experts stand ready to address our customers’ toughest challenges in innovative and novel ways. Our team supports each step of a mission life cycle, and employees are empowered to shape the future of space. If you’re looking to join a company that promises an exciting environment where no two days are the same and are passionate about supporting national security, Orion is the place for you. A TEAM OF TOP TALENT At Orion Space Solutions, we are united by a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation in science and technology. Our remarkable group collaborates seamlessly to develop groundbreaking solutions to the nation’s toughest space and defense challenges. The scientists and engineers at Orion have more than a century of combined experience and knowledge that lead our customers’ missions to success. LEARN MORE ENJOY A FULL RANGE OF BENEFITS Through our parent company, Arcfield, Orion offers a full suite of health care and insurance options to fit every lifestyle and encourages all employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We also provide professional learning tools and resources—from career paths and individual development plans to online, in-classroom and certification training programs—to propel your career. LEARN MORE DISCOVER YOUR NEW CAREER Our people make the difference, which is why we foster an environment where you can do your best work while helping our government customers achieve mission success. If you have a passion for technology and are driven by innovation and creativity, don’t wait—apply today. EXPLORE JOBS

  • SPACE WEATHER | Orion

    DOWNLOAD THE WHITE PAPER Satellites are the backbone of modern security, communications, and intelligence. But solar storms and geomagnetic disruptions can put them at risk. Discover how national security and critical operations can remain resilient against these unseen challenges. Complete the form to download our whitepaper! First name Last name Email Phone Message SUBMIT Click here to download

  • Arcfield names Gregg Burgess as the new GM of its Orion Space Solutions business

    Arcfield announced today that it has appointed Gregg Burgess as president and general manager of Orion Space Solutions. Arcfield announced today that it has appointed Gregg Burgess as president and general manager of Orion Space Solutions. CHANTILLY, Va., Nov. 20, 2025 — Arcfield, a leading government services and mission support provider, announced today that it has appointed Gregg Burgess as president and general manager (GM) of Orion Space Solutions (Orion). As a wholly owned subsidiary of Arcfield, Orion delivers successful space missions and actionable data intelligence through the design, development, and deployment of models, spacecraft and sensors. Burgess is a seasoned leader in the aerospace and defense industry, bringing more than 25 years of experience and a track record of driving strategic and business-aligned results. In this role, Burgess will lead a team of nearly 100 expert scientists and engineers, oversee the development and execution of Orion’s growth strategy, and manage the day-to-day operations of the sector while maintaining strong customer relationships and building new ones. Burgess joins Orion from General Atomics Electromagnetics, where he served as the vice president and general manager of its Space Systems Division. His previous roles include chief technology officer and vice president of business development at Sierra Nevada Corporation and Sierra Space, as well as senior vice president and general manager of national security space at Orbital Sciences Corporation. “We are thrilled to welcome Gregg to the Arcfield family,” said Kevin Kelly, chairman and chief executive officer, Arcfield. “His extensive background in space systems architecture design, program management, and national security, science and weather mission operations make him an ideal fit to lead Orion into the future.” Burgess succeeds Chad Fish who will transition into the role of vice president of strategy and chief technology officer for Orion. In this role, Fish will be integral in shaping the sector's long-term strategy, enhancing technological innovation, and ensuring the delivery of superior solutions to Orion’s mission partners. Since joining Orion in 2017, Fish has played a pivotal role in driving the organization’s growth and success. “Chad’s profound technical knowledge, domain expertise and strong customer relationships make him an invaluable asset to our team,” said Kelly. “We look forward to his continued impact in this new role as we further advance our solutions to address future space challenges.” About Arcfield Arcfield was purpose-built to protect the nation and its allies through innovations in systems engineering and integration, space and mission launch assurance, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,600 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 65 years of continuous experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence, and warfighter readiness. Visit arcfield.com for more details. # # # Press Contact: Katerina Figurski Senior Director, Marketing Communications 571.401.2155 katerina.figurski@arcfield.com Previous Next Nov 20, 2025 Arcfield names Gregg Burgess as the new GM of its Orion Space Solutions business

  • CHAD FISH

    VP, Strategy and CTO Previous Next CHAD FISH VP, Strategy and CTO Chad Fish serves as the Orion Space Solutions (Orion) vice president of strategy and chief technology officer. In this role, Chad is responsible for shaping the sector's long-term strategy, enhancing technological innovation, and ensuring the delivery of superior solutions to Orion’s mission partners. Since joining Orion in 2017, Fish has played a pivotal role in driving the organization’s growth and success. He was named president and general manager of Orion following its acquisition by Arcfield in November 2023 after serving as the company’s chief operating officer for six years. Prior to joining Orion, Chad served as chief technical officer and then chief operating officer at OmniEarth Analytics. Earlier in his career, he held a variety of roles including branch manager, principal investigator, program manager, and systems engineer within Space Dynamics Laboratory’s civil and military space divisions, as well as held the role of director of space instrumentation in the Center for Space Engineering at Utah State University (USU). Chad holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering from USU and has been a research professor at the university since 2014.

  • SARA TATSCH

    VP, Business Development Previous Next SARA TATSCH VP, Business Development As the Vice President of Business Development & Growth at Orion Space Solutions, Sara Tatsch leads the company’s strategic efforts to expand its footprint in space-based services and solutions. Leveraging her expertise in strategic planning, business capture and operational management, Sara plays a critical role in driving sustained growth and securing key opportunities for Orion in the competitive aerospace and defense industry. Sara joined Orion in 2024, following her tenure as General Manager of L3Harris’s Modification and Modernization Group (MMG). In this role, she led a $1 billion business with 1,500 employees across Texas and Oklahoma, driving both near- and long-term strategies to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and timely aerospace and defense solutions to a global customer base. Before L3Harris, Sara served as Vice President of Business and New Program Development at Virgin Galactic, where she contributed to the growth of groundbreaking new program initiatives. She also spent nearly 14 years at Lockheed Martin’s renowned Skunk Works division, honing her expertise in strategy development, proposal management, and complex contract negotiations. With a proven track record of leadership across both emerging and established aerospace organizations, Sara is passionate about advancing innovation in space exploration and technology.

  • Atmospheric and space technology research associates becomes Orion Space Solutions (dBA)

    Leader in SmallSatellite domain for more than 15 years rebrands to better represent the company’s space science heritage and engineering capabilities Leader in SmallSatellite domain for more than 15 years rebrands to better represent the company’s space science heritage and engineering capabilities LOUISVILLE, Co., February 1, 2022 — Atmospheric & Space Technology Research Associates, LLC, or “ASTRA” announces completion of a major rebranding and is now doing business as Orion Space Solutions (OSS). “Our new identity – Orion Space Solutions, LLC – continues to emphasize our space domain expertise and history of imagining, implementing, and actualizing all aspects of our customers’ space mission requirements,” says Geoff Crowley, Orion Space Solutions CEO. “Moreover, it supports our ongoing growth, allowing the company to be even better.” Established in 2005, Orion Space Solutions, LLC (OSS) has specialized in Science, Technology, and Applications, and is first and foremost a technology development and demonstration company. The Company’s excellence in its core competencies has enabled it to achieve rapid revenue growth over the past five years. It is a key partner to government agencies, as well as large industry participants and universities. OSS is an agile player that provides end-to-end R&D, product development, and product management services. It designs and develops sensors and satellite missions, models the space environment, and manages missions post-launch. The company applies expertise and state-of-the-art technology to address customer’s complex challenges, including satellite and defense-related hardware, and software. OSS is staged for significant growth in 2022 and beyond, driven by near-term product launches, and expansion into new markets. Orion Space Solutions will continue to provide the same responsive service and products that customers and partners have come to expect from ASTRA for meeting space mission needs. “The only thing changing is our name – we will continue developing and delivering end-to-end space solutions, uninterrupted,” COO Chad Fish says. About Orion Space Solutions (OSS): OSS, formerly known as ASTRA, LLC , was born out of the vision for applying fundamental space physics knowledge to real-world problems. OSS is a leader in the “New Space” small satellite industry and atmospheric and space physics. We leverage our scientific and engineering expertise to develop unique solutions addressing complex space physics challenges, miniaturized sensors, modeling capabilities, and data analytics; OSS turns science into data, & data into knowledge. Previous Next Jan 26, 2022 Atmospheric and space technology research associates becomes Orion Space Solutions (dBA)

  • SENSOR AND PAYLOAD DESIGN | Orion

    Orion Space Solutions provides customers with state-of-the-art programmable instrumentation for monitoring space weather from anywhere in the world or space. Our advanced autonomous instruments cover remote regions and oceanic environments with unparalleled performance and versatility. SENSOR AND PAYLOAD DESIGN Orion Space Solutions provides customers with state-of-the-art programmable instrumentation for monitoring space weather from anywhere in the world or space. Our advanced autonomous instruments cover remote regions and oceanic environments with unparalleled performance and versatility. High performance payloads and spacecraft Orion Space Solutions has extensive experience designing and integrating high-performing payloads on small satellites. Our sensorsats are built to ensure compatibility with joint operational needs and our spacecraft platforms assure maximum flexibility in payload access and reconfigurability throughout the assembly, integration and test process. CONTACT US Orion sensor capabilities span the electromagnetic spectrum We provide integrated, comprehensive solutions for Earth observations across the spectrum—from radio frequency to high frequency and infrared—as well as supporting observations of e-field particles, and other remote and in-situ observational missions.

  • CRYSTAL FRAZIER

    VP, Engineering, Calibration and Testing Previous Next CRYSTAL FRAZIER VP, Engineering, Calibration and Testing As vice president of engineering, calibration and testing, Crystal leads the development and execution of precision calibration and testing processes for Orion Space Solutions’ space systems and components. She ensures the highest standards of precision, reliability and safety in the company’s space missions, making her a key contributor to Orion’s success. Crystal’s extensive career in aerospace engineering has equipped her with a wealth of mission experience. Her previous role as director of the Assembly, Test and Calibration division at Orion demonstrates her leadership in managing critical mission components. Additionally, her contributions to the JPSS-2 NASA mission while working at OmniEarth and EagleView Technologies highlight her proficiency in space systems engineering, calibration and safety assurance. With a background spanning CubeSats, sounding rockets and small satellite projects, Crytal’s hands-on experience solidifies her reputation as a seasoned professional in the field of space missions. Crystal holds a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Utah State University.

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