Space Dynamics Laboratory
Delivering mission success for over 65 years
Overview
Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is a premier U.S. nonprofit University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) operated by Utah State University, with over 65 years of flight-proven mission heritage delivering advanced space sensors, satellite systems, and national security technologies to government and commercial space programs.
SDL specializes in the design, development, integration, and operation of spaceborne and ground-based systems across the full mission lifecycle - from early concept and requirements definition through fabrication, test, launch, on-orbit operations, and data exploitation.
End-to-End Space Systems & Sensor Expertise
SDL is best known for its deep technical leadership in:
Earth-observing and remote sensing satellites
Electro-optical, infrared, and hyperspectral sensors
Space-based and airborne imaging systems
Scientific payloads and instrument development
Small satellites, hosted payloads, and mission platforms
Ground systems, data processing, and mission operations
From cutting-edge optical payloads to fully integrated spacecraft, SDL delivers mission-ready systems that support defense, intelligence, civil space, climate science, and national security applications.
