York to Integrate Space Force Tetra 3 and 4 Missions on GEO Spacecraft
York Space Systems cleared the delta critical design review for the U.S. Space Force Tetra 3 and Tetra 4 missions as prime contractor. The GEO spacecraft, a first for the company, will carry a LWIR camera, LiDAR sensor and GEO-qualified GPS side lobe receiver, with delivery expected in Q4.
- York will integrate its first spacecraft bound for geostationary orbit
- Tetra 3 and 4 will perform in-orbit threat presentation and range data collection
- Payloads include a LWIR camera, LiDAR and a GEO-qualified GPS side lobe receiver
- Spacecraft delivery is expected in the fourth quarter
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