Transporter-14 is Ready for Liftoff
We’re getting excited—the Transporter-14 rideshare mission with SpaceX is nearly ready to head to space. The launch is currently set for this month, taking off aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
Now, we could go on (and on!) about how we secure capacity, handle mission management, and take care of integration services—but what we really love is shining a spotlight on our customers and their incredible payloads.
Let’s take a look at a few of the exciting payloads flying with us on this mission.
FOSSASAT-2E21
Hailing from Madrid, FOSSA Systems’ latest 3U CubeSat heads into space as part of an ambitious 80-satellite constellation. This powerhouse payload is all about direct-to-device LoRa communications for low-power Internet of Things (IoT) devices—basically, making it easier than ever to connect remote sensors and gear, even in places where traditional networks don’t reach.
Built entirely in-house by the FOSSA team, this satellite will help provide secure, reliable, and accessible IoT connectivity from low Earth orbit. Whether it’s monitoring a farm in the middle of nowhere or tracking shipping containers out at sea, the constellation helps bridge the gap between far-flung assets and the people managing them.
And the FOSSA team had some kind words about working with SEOPS:
“SEOPS’ heritage is incredible and they really help you not worry about getting your spacecraft into space—they just handle it,” said Julian Fernandez, CEO of FOSSA Systems. “They provide straightforward, rapid, and reliable access to space, and we’re looking forward to working with them on future missions.”
Good Ancestor Kilakila
This small but mighty 2U CubeSat has a big mission. Its objective is to test out an experimental software-defined radio (SDR) payload and some pretty clever antennas with software-controlled polarization. Translation? It’s all about seeing how flexible, adaptable radio tech can perform in space.
What makes Good Ancestor Kilakila especially cool is that it was built on a super tight budget and timeline—yet it still packs a serious punch when it comes to tech. Think of it as a space-grade DIY project that brings together some familiar (and beloved) open hardware components, like:
- A LimeSDR-XTRX software-defined radio
- Raspberry Pi Compute Module
- RP2040 microcontroller
- Zephyr real-time operating system
- And a Raspberry Pi Camera Module
One final note about Good Ancestor Kilakila: Scott Torborg of Quadrature Cat designed and produced the experimental payload, with sponsorship from Lime Microsystems.
TrustPoint’s Time Flies
Another standout payload on this mission is a powerful satellite focused on Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT). Its main job? Serving as an on-orbit demonstration of cutting-edge signal and service technologies.
TrustPoint is working on a fully commercial Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), designed to bring major upgrades to the way users access positioning and timing data. By tapping into their advanced C-band LEO satellite constellation, they’re aiming to deliver better accuracy, faster time to first fix, and strong protections against spoofing and jamming.
This isn’t just about cool tech—it’s also supporting U.S. government efforts to boost PNT resiliency and paving the way for next-gen commercial applications. The system was built from the ground up with one mission in mind: delivering the performance, security, and reliability needed for everything from autonomous vehicles to critical infrastructure and national defense.
And last but definitely not least—a huge round of applause for our incredible mission integration team! Their dedication, precision, and all-around space magic make these launches possible. From countless checklists to those final fit checks, they always go above and beyond to get our customers’ smallsats ready for flight.
We see you, Carl, Don, and Brady—you’re rockstars in lab coats (and hair and beard nets). Thank you for everything you do to keep things running smoothly and missions on track. We couldn’t do it without you!
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