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Propulsion to, in,
and beyond orbit

From liftoff to low Earth orbit, Ursa Major’s launch, satellite propulsion, and space-based defense systems move faster, fly farther, and adapt to the evolving threat landscape—delivering resilient space operations and true freedom to maneuver.

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In-Space PR

In-Space Mobility

Ursa Major’s modular, hydrazine-based satellite propulsion system delivers tactically responsive, six-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) control for dynamic operations in orbit. Designed for mission flexibility from LEO to GEO and beyond, our monopropellant system is highly maneuverable, restartable, and optimized for custom burn durations in the vacuum of space.

With in-house development of critical components, including propellant tanks, avionics, and thrusters, we minimize lead times while maximizing performance and reliability. Ursa Major’s manufacturing expertise ensures a resilient, scalable supply chain and productized components tailored to mission needs. Whether maneuvering to avoid threats, repositioning for rapid response, or extending satellite lifespan, Ursa Major’s in-space propulsion unlocks high-performance mobility at operational speed.

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Space-Based Defense

With tactical storability and cost-effective manufacturing, Ursa Major’s propulsion solutions, like our solid rocket motors, and tactical, storable liquid engines, are ideal for space-based defense systems.

Launch Engines

Hadley
Ripley
Arroway

Hadley

America’s first oxygen-rich staged combustion engine

Suitable for small launch, hypersonics.

Propellants
Lox / Kerosene
Cycle
Oxygen-Rich Staged Combustion
Thrust, Sea Level
5,000 lbf
Thrust, Vacuum Variant
6,500 lbf
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Ripley

High performing kerosene engine.

Suitable for small to medium commercial launch.

Propellants
Lox / Kerosene
Cycle
Oxygen-Rich Staged Combustion
Thrust, Sea Level
50,000 lbf
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Arroway

Advanced engine suitable for heavy and national security launch.

Propellants
Lox / Methane
Cycle
Full-Flow Staged Combustion
Sea Level Thrust
65,000-300,000+ lbf
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Launch

Liquid Rocket Engines with

Staged combustion

High-performing engine cycle in a compact design is our baseline

Reusability

Single engines capable of multi-mission use and extended duration applications

Thrust vector control

Precise gimbal maneuvering and control

Active throttle range

Allows for Max-Q throttling, g-limit throttling, and mission-specific thrust profiles

Single-mission restarts

Allows for efficient orbit-changing burns, de-orbit burns, and Stage 1 recovery

Custom burn duration

Allows for flexibility in mission planning and total impuls

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