Space technology company specializing in launch services and spacecraft systems.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc., a leading player in the aerospace industry, specializes in providing comprehensive launch services and space systems solutions tailored for the space and defense sectors. Operating from its headquarters in Long Beach, California, the company offers a wide array of services including spacecraft engineering and design, spacecraft manufacturing, and on-orbit management solutions.
Central to Rocket Lab's offerings are its launch services, which encompass small and medium-class rockets capable of delivering payloads into orbit. The company's flagship product, the Electron small orbital launch vehicle, is renowned for its reliability and efficiency in deploying satellites into space. In addition to launch capabilities, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures the Photon satellite platforms, which provide versatile options for satellite deployment and management.
Beyond launch vehicles and satellite platforms, Rocket Lab is actively involved in developing advanced technologies to enhance space missions. This includes ongoing efforts in designing the Neutron launch vehicle, which targets the 8-ton payload class. The company also engages in the production of various components and subsystems that support its spacecraft offerings, including those integrated into the Photon family of satellites and broader merchant spacecraft.
Rocket Lab caters to a diverse clientele that includes commercial entities, aerospace prime contractors, and government agencies. Its commitment to innovation and quality has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the global space industry since its establishment in 2006. Rocket Lab continues to push boundaries in space exploration, providing reliable access to space and advancing technological frontiers to meet evolving market demands.