Satellite Bus Design

Satellite Composite Components

At APEX Space & Defense Systems, we produce composite components for highly sophisticated satellite systems. Using our world-class production capabilities and high-performance materials, our satellite system components are crafted to withstand the extreme conditions of space with superior reliability. From satellite solar panels equipment to specialized antennas, APEX can design, develop, and manufacture innovative composite solutions for your satellite systems.

Precision-Engineered Components for Satellite Systems

Composite components we design and manufacture for satellite systems include:

Solar Panels: We design and manufacture composite satellite solar array sandwich panels from a dedicated 20,000 ft² facility, using state-of-the-art manufacturing clean rooms, equipment and industry-leading expertise.
Solar Panel Arrays: In addition to solar panels, we manufacture and assemble fully integrated solar arrays. APEX SDS is a one-stop shop for satellite system power supply, offering full bonding, assembly, and testing services.
Payload, Bus Modules, and Structural Components: APEX develops and manufactures composite payload bays, bus modules, and structural frames and components for satellite housings. Our components provide the structure and stability for the satellite systems to work flawlessly.
Filament Wound Liners for COPV/Propellent Systems: We develop components used for satellite propellant systems, as well as fully customized components for unique application requirements.
Antenna and Dishes: We produce high-precision antennas and satellite dishes for communication and data transmission. Even at high rate manufacturing of 120 dishes per week, we’re able to hold 75 micron surface deviation tolerance over a 2 meter dish. Our dishes and backing components are crafted to withstand extreme conditions while maintaining signal performance.

Your Source for Composite Component Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing

If you need top-quality composite engineering solutions, APEX is your solution. The most respected names in space and defense rely on APEX for precision components. With our in-house design, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities, we deliver end-to-end solutions for satellite systems and other critical equipment. Advantages of choosing APEX Space & Defense Systems include:

Industry-Leading Design and Engineering Services: We create custom designs tailored to your specific satellite application needs, from initial concepts to detailed CAD models. We use tools like CATIA V5 and SolidWorks to develop designs optimized for performance and manufacturability.
State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Equipment: Our facilities feature in-house advanced composite fabrication processes, including filament winding, autoclave curing, and CNC machining.
Superior Composite Materials: We use only the highest-performance composite materials optimized to meet the demands of space environments.
Rigorous Quality Standards and Full Production Certification: We are dedicated to superior quality at every level, evidenced by our certifications and accreditations, including, AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, Nadcap AS7118 Composites, and more.