Spacecraft Composites

APEX stands at the forefront of spacecraft component manufacturing. We develop and produce top-tier components using the most advanced composite materials available, including landing legs for recoverable booster rockets, solar array panels, satellite equipment, and more. All our spacecraft composite solutions are designed to meet the mechanical, thermal, and weight specifications required for space applications. From structural components to custom assemblies, our spacecraft components are manufactured with unmatched precision for superior performance.

Your Trusted Source for Composite Spacecraft Components

Our 40+ year legacy in the space industry began in the early days of NASA's Space Shuttle program. Today, our expertise and expanded manufacturing capabilities support a wide range of the most preeminent names in launch vehicles and satellites, providing top-tier composite solutions for mission-critical applications.

Contact us or request a quote today to learn how APEX can provide spacecraft components for your application.

Spacecraft Composite Component Offerings

• Space & Launch Vehicle Structural Components
• Satellite Components & Antennas
• Landing Legs 
• Solar Array Panels 
• Large Assemblies 
• Structural & Non-Structural Honeycomb Panels
• Optical Panels
• Satellite Dishes
• Satellite Battery Containers 
• Satellite Launch Tubes 
• Filament Wound Nose Cones 
• Reinforcing Rings 
• Thin-Walled Tubing 
• Rail Assemblies & Diaphragms 
• Communication & Power Chutes 
• Actuators 
• Hydrogen Vents 
• Bus Modules 
• Propellent Tanks 
• Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels (COPVs)
• Payload Modules 
• Fairings and Compartments 
• Actuation Arms

Composite Manufacturing Services

• Filament Winding
• Composite CNC Machining
• Hand Lay-Up
• Composite Bonding
• Metallic to Composite Bonding
• Laser Projection
• Pre-Preg Lamination
• Honeycomb Core
• High Temperature Oven Curing
• Autoclave Curing
• Quality and Inspection
• And more

Why Partner With APEX for Custom Spacecraft Components?

At APEX, we deliver world-class, lightweight, durable solutions for the space, defense, and mission-critical infrastructure industries. Our engineers bring proven solutions and cutting-edge innovation to every project, from prototyping to full production, supporting the operations that power global communication, lead national security, and drive space exploration. Our experience includes:

• More than 40 years of serving the leading names in space launch systems
• Producing more than 150 rocket landing legs to date, including fully custom landing legs for recoverable booster rockets
• Supplying over 100 unique part numbers and assemblies across multiple launch vehicles, materials, and sizes
• Manufacturing more than 50 distinct composite and metallic parts in a range of sizes for satellite programs

Discover How APEX Can Provide Industry-Leading Spacecraft Composite Solutions for Your Application

Contact us today to learn how we can support your space needs with our custom-engineered composite solutions. From design and prototype development through final delivery, you can rely on APEX for an intense focus on innovation, quality, and a deep commitment to transparency, integrity, and partnership at every level.