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Malaysian Reserve
25-07-2025
- Science
- Malaysian Reserve
Millennium Space Systems Begins On-Orbit Commissioning of NASA's TRACERS Mission Following Successful Launch
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, has begun on-orbit commissioning of NASA's Tandem Reconnection and Cusp Electrodynamics Reconnaissance Satellites (TRACERS), following the mission's launch on Wednesday, July 23. Millennium designed, built, and tested the two identical TRACERS spacecraft at its factory in El Segundo and is conducting mission operations from the company's in-house Mission Operations Center (MOC). 'Millennium has enabled TRACERS through design, production, and now into launch and mission operations,' said Tony Gingiss, CEO, Millennium Space Systems. 'We are thrilled to be part of this important NASA mission, enabling critical advances in heliophysics science which will help improve our understanding of space weather, ultimately benefitting commercial and national space systems.' The spacecraft launched as a primary rideshare payload aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base after completing testing at Millennium's Small Satellite Factory in June 2025. 'TRACERS is the result of strong collaboration between our team, NASA, the University of Iowa, and Southwest Research Institute,' said Richard Prasad, TRACERS Spacecraft and MOC Project Manager, Millennium Space Systems. 'That close partnership was key to delivering two high-quality spacecraft, and we'll continue working together through on-orbit operations to ensure the mission achieves its science objectives.' Now in orbit, the spacecraft will work in tandem to study the interactions between the Sun's magnetic field and Earth's magnetosphere to advance understanding of how this interaction shapes space weather on Earth. For more information about Millennium Space Systems and the TRACERS mission, please visit and Media ContactMichael Atchue, Communications ManagerE-mail:
Malaysian Reserve
17-06-2025
- Science
- Malaysian Reserve
Millennium Space Systems Delivers Pair of Space Vehicles to Launch Site for NASA's TRACERS Mission
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, delivered two space vehicles for NASA's Tandem Reconnection and Cusp Electrodynamics Reconnaissance Satellites (TRACERS) mission to Vandenberg Space Force Base Friday, marking a key milestone in preparation for launch later this year. 'Millennium is incredibly proud of our team and partners at the University of Iowa, Southwest Research Institute, and NASA, for reaching this milestone and getting TRACERS to the launch site,' said Richard Prasad, TRACERS program manager, Millennium Space Systems. 'Progressing to final integration at launch site showcases the confidence from all parties that both the TRACERS space vehicles and the Millennium Mission Operations Center (MOC) are ready for launch and the start of operations. We're all excited to see TRACERS on-orbit.' The TRACERS mission will measure the connection between solar wind and the magnetic field surrounding Earth. With the completion of rigorous tests, including environmental, mechanical and systems verification, the space vehicles are now prepared to travel through Earth's polar cusp region over the north and south magnetic poles. Ultimately, the mission will enhance our understanding of space weather and its potential impacts on critical technologies such as satellites, communications networks and power grids. 'Delivering TRACERS demonstrates how the same approach we use for national security missions can support cutting-edge science,' said Tony Gingiss, CEO, Millennium Space Systems. 'The ability to deliver high-performance spacecraft is critical, not just for advancing scientific understanding and enabling future space weather forecasting, but also, for strengthening space resilience and readiness in support of national defense objectives.' The launch window is set to open in Summer 2025, with specific timing dependent on mission readiness and other logistics. About Millennium Space SystemsMillennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a small satellite prime, delivering high-performance constellation solutions for National Security Space. Founded in 2001, the company's active production lines and 80% vertical integration enable the rapid delivery of small satellites across missions and orbits – LEO, MEO and GEO. For more information, visit Media ContactMichael Atchue, Communications ManagerE-mail:
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Millennium Space Systems Delivers Pair of Space Vehicles to Launch Site for NASA's TRACERS Mission
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, delivered two space vehicles for NASA's Tandem Reconnection and Cusp Electrodynamics Reconnaissance Satellites (TRACERS) mission to Vandenberg Space Force Base Friday, marking a key milestone in preparation for launch later this year. "Millennium is incredibly proud of our team and partners at the University of Iowa, Southwest Research Institute, and NASA, for reaching this milestone and getting TRACERS to the launch site," said Richard Prasad, TRACERS program manager, Millennium Space Systems. "Progressing to final integration at launch site showcases the confidence from all parties that both the TRACERS space vehicles and the Millennium Mission Operations Center (MOC) are ready for launch and the start of operations. We're all excited to see TRACERS on-orbit." The TRACERS mission will measure the connection between solar wind and the magnetic field surrounding Earth. With the completion of rigorous tests, including environmental, mechanical and systems verification, the space vehicles are now prepared to travel through Earth's polar cusp region over the north and south magnetic poles. Ultimately, the mission will enhance our understanding of space weather and its potential impacts on critical technologies such as satellites, communications networks and power grids. "Delivering TRACERS demonstrates how the same approach we use for national security missions can support cutting-edge science," said Tony Gingiss, CEO, Millennium Space Systems. "The ability to deliver high-performance spacecraft is critical, not just for advancing scientific understanding and enabling future space weather forecasting, but also, for strengthening space resilience and readiness in support of national defense objectives." The launch window is set to open in Summer 2025, with specific timing dependent on mission readiness and other logistics. About Millennium Space SystemsMillennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a small satellite prime, delivering high-performance constellation solutions for National Security Space. Founded in 2001, the company's active production lines and 80% vertical integration enable the rapid delivery of small satellites across missions and orbits – LEO, MEO and GEO. For more information, visit Media ContactMichael Atchue, Communications ManagerE-mail: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Millennium Space Systems Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Millennium Space Systems Delivers Pair of Space Vehicles to Launch Site for NASA's TRACERS Mission
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, delivered two space vehicles for NASA's Tandem Reconnection and Cusp Electrodynamics Reconnaissance Satellites (TRACERS) mission to Vandenberg Space Force Base Friday, marking a key milestone in preparation for launch later this year. "Millennium is incredibly proud of our team and partners at the University of Iowa, Southwest Research Institute, and NASA, for reaching this milestone and getting TRACERS to the launch site," said Richard Prasad, TRACERS program manager, Millennium Space Systems. "Progressing to final integration at launch site showcases the confidence from all parties that both the TRACERS space vehicles and the Millennium Mission Operations Center (MOC) are ready for launch and the start of operations. We're all excited to see TRACERS on-orbit." The TRACERS mission will measure the connection between solar wind and the magnetic field surrounding Earth. With the completion of rigorous tests, including environmental, mechanical and systems verification, the space vehicles are now prepared to travel through Earth's polar cusp region over the north and south magnetic poles. Ultimately, the mission will enhance our understanding of space weather and its potential impacts on critical technologies such as satellites, communications networks and power grids. "Delivering TRACERS demonstrates how the same approach we use for national security missions can support cutting-edge science," said Tony Gingiss, CEO, Millennium Space Systems. "The ability to deliver high-performance spacecraft is critical, not just for advancing scientific understanding and enabling future space weather forecasting, but also, for strengthening space resilience and readiness in support of national defense objectives." The launch window is set to open in Summer 2025, with specific timing dependent on mission readiness and other logistics. About Millennium Space SystemsMillennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a small satellite prime, delivering high-performance constellation solutions for National Security Space. Founded in 2001, the company's active production lines and 80% vertical integration enable the rapid delivery of small satellites across missions and orbits – LEO, MEO and GEO. For more information, visit Media ContactMichael Atchue, Communications ManagerE-mail: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Millennium Space Systems Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
