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Muon Space

US
commercialFounded 2021
Mountain View, California, United States
www.muonspace.com
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Muon Space's FireSat program for Earth Fire Alliance has three additional FireSats scheduled to launch in mid-2026.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space signed an agreement with SpaceX to adopt Starlink mini laser terminals on its satellites to enable persistent optical connectivity in orbit.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceOrg RelationshipFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space secured a $44.6 million SBIR Phase III contract from the U.S. Space Force to develop a dual-use space-based environmental monitoring capability.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceOrg RelationshipFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space launched its new XL spacecraft platform to support larger payloads, expanded mission flexibility, and higher-performance sensing.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space was awarded Stage II of a National Reconnaissance Office contract in 2025 to advance commercial electro-optical capabilities and provide multispectral data for national security assessment.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceOrg RelationshipFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space is moving from discrete one-off satellite missions to a "Mission Foundry" model that provides end-to-end satellite solutions prioritizing operational outcomes over hardware delivery.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space was selected for the Missile Defense Agency's SHIELD indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity program.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceOrg RelationshipFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space was selected for the Missile Defense Agency SHIELD IDIQ program, which has a $151 billion contract ceiling, to contribute commercial space-based sensing to next-generation missile defense architectures.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceOrg RelationshipFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space acquired propulsion startup Starlight Engines, bringing an in-house zinc-based propulsion system.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space launched a new XL spacecraft platform designed to accommodate larger payloads and higher-performance sensors.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space secured Stage II on a National Reconnaissance Office contract supporting the advancement of commercial electro-optical capabilities.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceOrg RelationshipFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space's Mission Foundry integrates the firm's Halo technology stack, M-class and XL-class spacecraft platforms, in-house propulsion capabilities, and advanced sensor design into a constellation development approach.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space acquired propulsion startup Starlight Engines to bring zinc-based thruster technology in-house.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space was awarded a 44.6 million dollar US Space Force SBIR Phase III Other Transaction Agreement in 2025 to demonstrate a dual-use environmental monitoring constellation.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space's upcoming programs span hyperspectral mapping, radio frequency sensing, thermal infrared sensing, weather and atmospheric intelligence.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space has 20 satellites manifested for launch over the next 20 months.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Integration of Starlink mini laser terminals on Muon Space satellites is intended to enable persistent optical connectivity in orbit and enhance real-time data delivery across Muon Space global constellations.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space has near-term missions supporting Sierra Nevada Corporation's Vindler 2.0 constellation for RF collection and analytics with the first three satellites scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2026.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space added senior leadership hires from the US Space Development Agency, Raytheon, and Loft Orbital.

Mentioned as: muon spaceNarrative GovernanceFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations

Muon Space partnered with Hubble Network to expand Bluetooth-based tracking services by combining Muon Space satellites with Hubble's connectivity layer.

Mentioned as: Muon SpaceTechnical ProductFeb 4, 2026Muon Space ramps up multi-mission satellite constellations
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