Space organisations in Australia
72 space companies, agencies, research centres and other organisations headquartered in Australia, across 38 cities. Each profile shows its sectors, locations and links. See them on the map.
Startup (33)
- ANT61 · Startup · Eveleigh
Develops the ANT61 Beacon satellite hardware for real-time telemetry and independent command and control — reduces spacecraft loss risk by up to 65%.
- Arlula · Startup · Sydney
Provides scalable cloud-based infrastructure for satellite imagery and geospatial data access, management and delivery for governments, enterprises and space operators.
- Astraea Technologies · Startup · Rydalmere
Develops the HIRO-LAB payload to study how ionising radiation affects pharmaceuticals in deep space — pioneering space biology for human spaceflight readiness.
- Aurora Materials · Startup · Leumeah
Embeds tamper-proof fluorescent taggants with non-replicable optical signatures into materials — authenticates critical components for global defence and dual-use supply chains.
- Birdi · Startup · Sydney
Collaborative geospatial platform that brings spatial data, insights and teams into one place — enabling smarter decisions across government, construction and utilities.
- Blue Dwarf Space · Startup · Adelaide
Provides regulatory infrastructure for the New Space Age — automates space activity permit acquisition across multiple agencies and jurisdictions, reducing compliance time and c…
- Crest Robotics · Startup · Eveleigh
Develops advanced robotic systems for Earth and space — from autonomous surface exploration and orbital maintenance to in-situ resource utilisation beyond Earth.
- Dandelions · Startup · Ultimo
Develops power systems that convert low-grade waste heat into electricity for satellites and lunar missions — thermal energy recovery with proven space flight heritage.
- Delta-V Industries · Startup · Smithfield
Develops innovative bladeless-pump rocket propulsion systems for affordable and reusable small-lift launch vehicles.
- Deneb Space · Startup · Eveleigh
Develops autonomous manoeuvring technology for satellites — the eMag attitude control system and SATNAV-AI docking and repair platform with proven space flight heritage.
- Eartheye Space · Startup · Warrawee
Largest provider of satellite situational awareness — on-demand tasking of hundreds of Earth observation satellites with AI-powered multi-sensor information feeds.
- EXPLOR Biologics · Startup · Sydney
Developed the world's first ground-based microgravity research platform with ISS spaceflight heritage — pioneers space biology and biomanufacturing for health applications.
- Extraterrestrial Power · Startup · Eveleigh
Produces mass-manufacturable, radiation-tolerant silicon solar cells for space at a fraction of current costs — targeting satellite constellations and space-based solar power.
- Fleet Space Technologies · Startup · Adelaide
Operates a nanosatellite network and AI-powered ExoSphere platform for mineral exploration on Earth and future missions to the Moon.
- Gilmour Space Technologies · Startup · Helensvale
Australia's largest sovereign rocket and satellite manufacturer — develops the Eris orbital launch vehicle and ElaraSat platform.
- Halocell Energy Australia · Startup · Bomen
Develops next-generation Perovskite solar cells for LEO satellites — lightweight, high-efficiency space solar power in partnership with Gilmour Space Technologies.
- HEO Robotics · Startup · Sydney
Provides high-resolution imaging of objects in orbit using hosted payloads on commercial satellites for space domain awareness.
- Interstellar Innovation · Startup · Gymea
Produces Australia's first commercially manufactured lunar regolith simulant — high-fidelity testing material for Moon mission robotics, construction and research.
- Interstellar Mapping · Startup · Gymea
Delivers high-resolution lunar maps using 4D thermal modelling — supports mission planning, landing site selection, hazard avoidance and ISRU resource targeting.
- Metakosmos · Startup · Botany
Develops the next-generation Kosmosuit platform — full-stack commercial spacesuits with integrated performance intelligence for human spaceflight and dual-use applications.
- MISX · Startup · Ultimo
Develops robotic manufacturing and post-landing space services — autonomous construction systems and life-support infrastructure for the Moon, Mars and beyond.
- MP Space · Startup · Eveleigh
Manufactures smarter, more reliable and cost-effective batteries for LEO satellite constellations — the Pack2 lithium-ion battery system for microsat-class missions.
- Myriota · Startup · Adelaide
Provides direct-to-satellite IoT connectivity for remote monitoring across agriculture, water, logistics and defence.
- Optera · Startup · Pyrmont
Spin-out from WSU developing biologically-inspired neuromorphic smart sensors — Astrosite mobile SDA observatory and Astraeus in-orbit neuromorphic camera payload.
- Quasar Satellite Technologies · Startup · Marsfield
Develops ground station network technology enabling simultaneous communication with multiple satellites for defence and commercial customers.
- Sitle · Startup · Newcastle
Provides commercially proven satellite edge computing solutions — the EC-01 onboard computer (TRL9) and ES-01 ethernet switch, leveraging NVIDIA Jetson hardware.
- Skykraft · Startup · Bruce
Builds and operates a satellite constellation for air traffic management and communications.
- Space Machines Company · Startup · Botany
Safeguards critical orbital infrastructure through networked, cost-effective rapid response vehicles — Optimus Viper spacecraft fleet powered by AI-driven SolsticeOS.
- Spiral Blue · Startup · Eveleigh
Developing a LiDAR satellite constellation to see through forest cover anywhere on Earth — 3D point clouds and canopy height maps for carbon, biodiversity and bushfire risk.
- Sunburnt Space · Startup · Brookvale
Builds scalable and recoverable rocket systems for payload delivery from Australian soil — developing the Mini Meggs test rocket and Meggs Jr suborbital vehicle.
- THEIA Aerospace · Startup · St Ives
Develops the SPHERA Planetary Surveyor — a fully autonomous rolling drone for persistent exploration, mapping and ISRU resource surveillance on the Moon and Mars.
- VeloDX · Startup · Redfern
Uses edge AI to improve drone and satellite performance — delivers the CASTLE ground C3 interface and POD onboard autonomy module for GPS-denied operations.
- VXB Aerospace · Startup · Eveleigh
Developed the first generative design software platform for rapid aerospace hardware creation — used to build the Zephyr Hall Thruster satellite propulsion system.
Private Company (29)
- Advanced Navigation · Private Company · Sydney
Develops AI-driven navigation and orientation systems for autonomous vehicles, drones, submarines and spacecraft.
- Aeronaut Automation · Private Company · Terrey Hills
Designs and manufactures advanced automated cutting machines for composites, technical textiles and aerospace — provider to defence, space and nautical industries.
- Amentum Scientific · Private Company · Sydney
Delivers Earth science data-as-a-service and advanced radiation modelling — radiation and optical simulation for government space and defence customers.
- APD Space · Private Company · Parramatta
Delivers robotics, AI, quantum encryption, satellite communications and 3D manufacturing — builds satellite downlink infrastructure and CASA-approved stratospheric balloon systems.
- Ascan Technologies · Private Company · Castle Hill
Manufactures Australian-made antenna test systems from MHz to mmWave — compact robotic and lens-based OTA testing for satellites, CubeSats, 5G and defence.
- Av-Comm Space & Defence · Private Company · North Sydney
Longest-standing privately-owned satellite communications company in the Southern Hemisphere — designs and delivers ground segment infrastructure and the Cassowary multi-orbit a…
- Azimuth Advisory · Private Company · Queens Park
Australia's only dedicated space law firm — provides expert legal, policy and commercial advisory services for space missions, spaceports and international space transactions.
- Bartier Perry · Private Company · Sydney
Sydney commercial law firm providing end-to-end legal support for the space sector — regulatory compliance, infrastructure projects and commercial ventures in space.
- Circuitwise Electronics Manufacturing · Private Company · Bella Vista
Delivers precision PCBA and turnkey electronics manufacturing for aerospace, MedTech and defence — facilities in Sydney, Auckland and Christchurch.
- Crazy Might Work · Private Company · Pyrmont
Delivers NASA-licensed leadership programs using space mission simulations — brings astronaut-inspired human performance training to corporate and government teams.
- DroneShield · Private Company · Sydney
Provides AI-driven multi-mission counter-drone solutions — handheld to fully integrated multi-sensor systems serving militaries, police and security agencies globally.
- DXN · Private Company · Sydney
Designs, manufactures and operates EDGE data centre infrastructure — delivers ground station gateways-as-a-service supporting LEO satellite constellations.
- EOS Space Systems · Private Company · Canberra
Operates the world's most powerful commercial laser tracking network for space domain awareness — delivers precision debris tracking, satellite laser ranging and space traffic m…
- FOODiQ Global · Private Company · Sapphire Beach
Australia's leading space food and nutrition company — conducts food science experiments in space and develops nutrition strategies for astronaut health and planetary missions.
- GPC Electronics · Private Company · Jamisontown
Trusted Australian contract electronics manufacturer with 40 years of experience — delivers PCBA and box-build assembly for aerospace, defence, space and medical industries.
- HDR · Private Company · Sydney
Global architecture, engineering and commissioning consultancy — provides strategic planning, engineering design and construction support for aerospace and defence facilities.
- Industrial Sciences Group · Private Company · North Sydney
Applies predictive analytics for uncertainty quantification and risk assessment in space missions — clients include NASA and leading space and defence organisations.
- Inovor Technologies · Private Company · Adelaide
Develops small satellite platforms and mission solutions for government, defence and commercial customers.
- Lawforce Alpha · Private Company · Kensington
Specialist legal and commercial advisory for defence, security and aerospace — expertise in ASDEFCON frameworks, prime contracting and IP protection for sovereign capability.
- Mawson Rovers · Private Company · Eveleigh
Develops space-ready robotics, AI and automation software — delivers the R1 lunar rover and integrated software-based solutions for satellite operators globally.
- NH Micro · Private Company · Sydney
Contract manufacturer specialising in ultra-precise machined components for aerospace, quantum computing and scientific instrumentation — 5-axis CNC and Wire EDM.
- Olea Pacific Advisory · Private Company · Online
Space strategy and market entry consultancy dedicated exclusively to the space sector — advises on government relations, policy, regulatory affairs and commercial strategy in th…
- Plan Safe · Private Company · Sydney
Trusted space safety assurance and specialist engineering consultancy — safety engineering, space activities licensing, flight mission safety and program management.
- Rojone · Private Company · Ingleburn
Leading Australian manufacturer of RF, fibre optic and phase-matched cable assemblies — high-reliability interconnect solutions for aerospace, defence and critical communications.
- Romar Engineering · Private Company · Sefton
Designs and manufactures precision fluid control systems for space — cryogenic valves, additive manufacturing and polymer science for launchers and spacecraft.
- Saber Astronautics · Private Company · Sydney
Develops mission control software and operates Australia's national Responsive Space Operations Centre (RSOC).
- Southern Launch · Private Company · Hindmarsh
Australian launch services provider operating multiple launch ranges including Whalers Way and Koonibba Test Range.
- Stella Engineering · Private Company · Berkeley Vale
AS9100D-certified precision machining for space, defence and medical — turnkey CNC machining, surface treatment and assembly from a secure 2500m² regional NSW facility.
- The Ark Accounting Corp. · Private Company · Sydney
Supports space-tech ventures with integrated accounting, valuation and capital advisory — CFO-as-a-service and investor readiness for deep-tech and climate startups.
Industry Association (4)
- Astra Aerolab & Newcastle Airport · Industry Association · Williamtown
Australia's premium aerospace and defence innovation precinct adjacent to RAAF Base Williamtown — development-ready sites for sovereign capability and defence industry.
- Defence Innovation Network · Industry Association · Ultimo
Mobilises universities and industry to rapidly translate cutting-edge technology into defence capabilities — $12M invested in R&D, $200M brokered in external funding.
- Emu Robotics · Industry Association · Arncliffe
Alliance of internationally acclaimed FIRST Robotics teams — builds STEM talent and career pathways for Australia's most challenged youth through robotics competitions.
- NSW Space Research Network · Industry Association · Eveleigh
University-led initiative enhancing space industry capability — connects industry, research and government to foster collaboration and accelerate growth in NSW and ACT.
Research Institution (2)
- Australian Astronomical Optics · Research Institution · North Ryde
Leverages 50 years of precision optics expertise for space — designs optical instruments, the Malya thermal infrared payload and advanced sensing systems for satellite missions.
- Space Environment Research Centre (SERC) · Research Institution · Canberra
International research centre for space environment, space sustainability and laser tracking — operates the EOS Space Systems debris tracking laser at Mount Stromlo and develops…
Academic Institution (1)
- The University of Sydney: Waratah Seed · Academic Institution · Camperdown
Australia's first ride-share satellite mission — provides space heritage and on-orbit testing opportunities for local startups and research projects via the Waratah Seed-1 satel…
Government Agency (1)
- Australian Space Agency · Government Agency · Adelaide
Australia's national space agency coordinating and growing the country's civil space sector.
Incubator/Accelerator (1)
- Cicada Innovations · Incubator/Accelerator · Eveleigh
Australia's leading deep-tech incubator and National Space Industry Hub — supports space startups through programs, specialised facilities and industry networks.
Non-profit (1)
- One Giant Leap Australia · Non-profit · South Windsor
Advances STEM and space education — runs the JAXA KIBO Robot Programming Challenge in Australia and facilitates NASA Space Camp tours for students.