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AMPAC-ISP IS AWARDED PROPULSION SYSTEM CONTRACT FOR ORBCOMM OG2 PROGRAM
In July 2008, AMPAC-ISP was awarded a contract by Microsat Systems to provide 18 propulsion systems to be used on the Orbcomm OG2 program. The initial multimillion dollar contract for 18 systems also has an option for another 30 systems. Orbcomm satellites provide GPS data for tracking and global satellite data communications.
In July 2008, AMPAC-ISP was awarded a contract by Microsat Systems to provide 18 propulsion systems to be used on the Orbcomm OG2 program. The initial multimillion dollar contract for 18 systems also has an option for another 30 systems. Orbcomm satellites provide GPS data for tracking and global satellite data communications.
AMPAC-ISP RECEIVES FUNDING FOR THE LANDSAT SATELLITE PROPULSION SYSTEM
In June 2008, AMPAC-ISP received initial funding from General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems to initiate the LDCM contract. The expected value of the contract is approximately $4m to deliver a propulsion system for the Landsat satellite. This satellite is funded by NASA Goddard and provides earth observation for land and water resource planning.
In June 2008, AMPAC-ISP received initial funding from General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems to initiate the LDCM contract. The expected value of the contract is approximately $4m to deliver a propulsion system for the Landsat satellite. This satellite is funded by NASA Goddard and provides earth observation for land and water resource planning.
New Director of Engineering, UK Operations
Dr. Ian Coxhill has joined AMPAC In-Space Propulsion UK, effective July 7, 2008, as Director of Engineering at our Westcott, UK operation. Dr. Coxhill comes to AMPAC-ISP after six years at Surrey Satellite Technology, bringing extensive experience in the design, manufacturing and testing of bipropellant engines and propulsion systems. He also has extensive experience supporting satellite launch campaigns, most recently for Surrey's NISAT-1, BilSat-1, UK-DMC and BEIJING-1 missions. Dr. Coxhill has authored a number of papers on the subjects of green propellant and satellite propulsion. Dr. Coxhill holds a Master of Science Degree in Physics from the University of Leicester, and a Ph.D. from the University of Surrey, with a focus on hydrogen peroxide engines for small satellites. Dr. Coxhill's experience in satellite propulsion and his enthusiasm for product development are the right combination of talents to lead our European Engineering organization to new frontiers.
Dr. Ian Coxhill has joined AMPAC In-Space Propulsion UK, effective July 7, 2008, as Director of Engineering at our Westcott, UK operation. Dr. Coxhill comes to AMPAC-ISP after six years at Surrey Satellite Technology, bringing extensive experience in the design, manufacturing and testing of bipropellant engines and propulsion systems. He also has extensive experience supporting satellite launch campaigns, most recently for Surrey's NISAT-1, BilSat-1, UK-DMC and BEIJING-1 missions. Dr. Coxhill has authored a number of papers on the subjects of green propellant and satellite propulsion. Dr. Coxhill holds a Master of Science Degree in Physics from the University of Leicester, and a Ph.D. from the University of Surrey, with a focus on hydrogen peroxide engines for small satellites. Dr. Coxhill's experience in satellite propulsion and his enthusiasm for product development are the right combination of talents to lead our European Engineering organization to new frontiers.
New Director of Engineering
Allison O'Connor has been named Director of Engineering for AMPAC In-Space Propulsion effective November 5th, 2007. Allison has been with AMPAC-ISP for 4 years serving as Manager of Test, Assembly and Facilities. Allison brought extensive experience in test and production methods from Calspan, Delphi and GM, and has made significant contributions to improving operating efficiency and reducing costs. Allison holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan and the State University of New York at Buffalo, respectively, as well as Management Training from GM and Delphi. Allison's education and experience, along with her life long fascination with flight and space, makes her the right person to lead our Engineering organization into the 21st century of rocketry.
Allison O'Connor has been named Director of Engineering for AMPAC In-Space Propulsion effective November 5th, 2007. Allison has been with AMPAC-ISP for 4 years serving as Manager of Test, Assembly and Facilities. Allison brought extensive experience in test and production methods from Calspan, Delphi and GM, and has made significant contributions to improving operating efficiency and reducing costs. Allison holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan and the State University of New York at Buffalo, respectively, as well as Management Training from GM and Delphi. Allison's education and experience, along with her life long fascination with flight and space, makes her the right person to lead our Engineering organization into the 21st century of rocketry.
AMPAC-ISP Teams Up With Georgia Tech 
ISP teams up with the Georgia Tech Research Corporation, through its Department of Aerospace Engineering, to develop Hall Effect Thruster technology and electric propulsion systems.
ISP teams up with the Georgia Tech Research Corporation, through its Department of Aerospace Engineering, to develop Hall Effect Thruster technology and electric propulsion systems.
Mercury Messenger Firing Successful
ISP bipropellant thruster completes critical maneuver for Mercury MESSENGER spacecraft.
ISP bipropellant thruster completes critical maneuver for Mercury MESSENGER spacecraft.
Readdy at Farnborough
ISP welcomes William Readdy, NASA Astronaut (retired) and Senior Advisor to the President of AMPAC, to the Farnborough International Airshow.
ISP welcomes William Readdy, NASA Astronaut (retired) and Senior Advisor to the President of AMPAC, to the Farnborough International Airshow.
ISP Loral June 2006
ISP supplies Space Systems/Loral with high-performance/long-life 5-lbf thrusters for Telstar 11N Satellite.
ISP supplies Space Systems/Loral with high-performance/long-life 5-lbf thrusters for Telstar 11N Satellite.
Pt/Rh (MMH) Thruster Successfully Qualified
ISP qualifies high-performance 5-lbf platinum/rhodium thruster.
ISP qualifies high-performance 5-lbf platinum/rhodium thruster.
AMPAC-ISP receives ISO 9001-2000 certification
AMPAC-ISP (In Space Propulsion) has been approved for certification to the ISO 9001-2000 quality system standard. AMPAC-ISP designs and manufactures rocket engines and propulsion systems at the Niagara Falls Bell Aerospace site for commercial and military applications.
AMPAC-ISP (In Space Propulsion) has been approved for certification to the ISO 9001-2000 quality system standard. AMPAC-ISP designs and manufactures rocket engines and propulsion systems at the Niagara Falls Bell Aerospace site for commercial and military applications.
Company Headquarters
AMPAC In-Space Propulsion (ISP)
6686 Walmore Rd.Niagara Falls, NY USA 14304
Tel +1 716 731 6000
Fax +1 716 731 6329
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AMPAC In-Space Propulsion (ISP)
9400 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 205Chatsworth, CA 91311
Tel +1 818 800 1660
Fax +1 818 700 7806
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