Propulsion
Building innovative solutions to power human exploration, furthering the deep space mission.
Our expertise in design, analysis, systems engineering, integration, manufacturing, and test provides full-spectrum support for launch vehicles, missile systems, and spacecraft. We have experience with most rocket propellants:
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Liquid and gaseous oxygen, methane, and hydrogen
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Propane and ethane
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Nitrous oxide and hydrogen peroxide
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Hydroxy-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) and various solid and hybrid fuels
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Hydroxylammonium nitrate (HAN) (AF-315E) and hydrazine
Lunar Gateway
We partnered with Maxar Technologies to build and demonstrate the power and propulsion element for the Gateway, a crucial component of NASA’s Artemis lunar exploration program. It will provide power, maneuvering, attitude control, communications systems, and initial docking capabilities for the Gateway.
Learn about our propulsion work
Peregrine Lunar Lander
As the propulsion provider for the Peregrine Lunar Lander, our team will integrate multiple components into a single system that performs all propulsive maneuvers from cruise to soft landing on the Moon.
Learn how we support the lander
Mechanical and propulsion testing
We have the experience, capabilities, and facilities to provide rapid, cost effective propulsion, mechanical, and environmental testing solutions for our customers:
- Propulsion testing of up to 50,000-lbf thrust-class engines and stages, including liquids, solids, hybrids, and gases; hypergolic storable propellants; and green propellants
- Mechanical testing of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including cryogenics to hot gases, structural development and qualification, and proof and burst
- Environmental testing, including vibration, temperature cycling, and thermal shock and vacuum
Operational Fires
Under the Operational Fires (OpFires) Propulsion System program, Leidos and Exquadrum, Inc. are designing and developing a ground-launched system for hypersonic boost glide weapons.
