By providing technologies that help put people and satellites in space, and protecting the armed service around the world as they protect our freedoms at home, Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) continuously seeks to improve the lives of people.
EBAD’s satellite HDRM’s have the broadest use in the US and European space market, having been used on over 500 platforms to date. EBAD has designed, qualified and delivered more HRDMs for spaceflight applications than anyone else in the world.
For almost 60 years, EBAD has supplied initiation, separation, and flight destruct hardware for commercial and government launches.
The need for precise explosive solutions is essential to the success of every mission. That is why since 1836, EBAD has been the technology innovator and industry leader in Military Demolition, Breaching and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) products.
EBAD is the industry leader for highly reliable precision ordnance solutions. For nearly 60 years, our products have directly contributed to thousands of successful missions on Strategic Missile, Missile Defense, and Tactical Missile platforms.
We are constantly investing in our future at Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense. It is our safety-first commitment that allows us to protect our people, facilities, and customers. Whatever your next mission is, EBAD is here to deliver top-of-the-line solutions and innovations. EBAD – Right for Your Mission™.
Simsbury, CT — April 29 2025 — Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense (EBAD) has once again demonstrated its unparalleled expertise in spacecraft dispensing with the successful deployment of the first round of Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellites. EBAD designed and delivered industry-leading NEA®-based release mechanisms that enabled this critical milestone for the Amazon Kuiper constellation.
Project Kuiper’s ambitious goal to establish a constellation of over 3,200 low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites for global broadband internet took a significant leap forward with the flawless deployment of 27 satellites, thanks in large part to EBAD’s dispensing mechanisms.
EBAD’s overall contributions to this mission go beyond the successful release of the Kuiper satellites. EBAD also provides several critical technologies to enable the Atlas V to reach orbit. Key solutions and technologies include release mechanisms, modular electronics channels to fire the mechanisms with precision, stage and fairing separation joints, controlled transmission of energetic signals throughout the vehicle, the flight termination system, and various other essential separation and mechanical components needed throughout the mission.
“Our involvement in Project Kuiper exemplifies our commitment to enabling advancements in global connectivity. Coupled with our enduring relationship with United Launch Alliance, we pride ourselves on supporting and ensuring launch vehicle capability for missions exactly like Kuiper” said Lisa Brown, Market Segment Director for Launch Vehicles at EBAD.
With the successful deployment of 27 satellites, and thousands more planned, EBAD stands ready and excited to support the continued expansion of Project Kuiper. Our proven, high quality technologies and dedication to the mission position us as a partner of choice within the space market.
For more information about EBAD’s spacecraft dispensing solutions and their applications in space missions, please visit EBAD.com
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About Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is a global leader in precision energetic systems and innovative aerospace solutions. With a legacy spanning over 180 years, EBAD is committed to delivering mission-critical technologies that ensure the success of defense and space operations worldwide.
