Scout Space, an in-space observation service provider focused on space security and comprehensive Space Domain Awareness (SDA), has announced its selection to join the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency's (DARPA) Bringing Classified Innovation to Defense and Government Systems (BRIDGES) Consortium.

DARPA selected Scout based on the company’s proposal outlining its approach to collaborating on “Advancing Autonomous In-Space Threat Response for Space Superiority.”

The BRIDGES Consortium aims to mitigate the timelines that can potentially limit the Department of Defense's (DoD) ability to rapidly procure and employ innovative technology. The Consortium will sponsor Scout for a facility clearance, providing access to classified work areas and networks. Additionally, Scout will participate in quarterly, in-person meetings to interact with government personnel at classified levels.

"Resilient flight software is imperative to maintaining space superiority and a competitive advantage over adversaries, ensuring seamless operations and bolstering strategic capabilities," said Philip Hover-Smoot, CEO of Scout Space. “We are excited to support the development of novel technologies for the Department of Defense and look forward to being a strategic partner for the U.S. Government. Scout is committed to navigating the intricacies of space superiority while overcoming the technological challenges that define this critical frontier. We aim to provide solutions that lay the foundation for future advancements, ensuring a resilient and adaptive framework for maintaining dominance in the space domain.”

Scout is dedicated to supporting the continued pursuit of U.S. space superiority by overcoming technological hurdles. The company remains at the forefront of advancements in satellite self-protection, addressing challenges such as in-situ threat assessment and mitigation, space debris management, and the integration of cutting-edge defensive measures.

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