Departments
At FyCUS, our mission to advance space technologies relies on the expertise and collaboration of our dedicated departments. Each team plays a vital role in the design, development, and deployment, ensuring that we meet the challenges of space exploration head-on.
Explore the descriptions of our key departments below to learn how we integrate cutting-edge technology to achieve our goals and drive advancements in our projects.
Systems Engineering
The Systems Engineering team is the backbone of our operations, ensuring that all aspects of the missions are coordinated effectively. This department oversees the planning, execution, and monitoring of the entire project lifecycle. They are responsible for setting timelines, managing resources, and maintaining communication across all departments. The team also handles risk management, quality assurance, and compliance with regulatory standards. By maintaining meticulous oversight, they ensure that the project stays on track and within budget, ultimately leading to successful mission outcomes.
Avionics & Electronics
The Avionics & Electronics department is responsible for the design, development, and integration of all electronic systems onboard. This includes power management, communication systems, onboard computers, and payload interfaces. The team ensures that all electronic components can withstand the extreme conditions of space, such as radiation and temperature fluctuations. They also work on developing innovative solutions to optimise power consumption and enhance the satellite’s performance and reliability.
Payload Systems
The Payload Systems Department is responsible for designing, integrating, and managing the primary scientific or technological instruments carried aboard. These payloads can range from cameras and sensors to scientific experiments or communications modules. The team ensures that the payload’s performance aligns with mission objectives and collaborates with other departments to integrate the payload seamlessly into the satellite’s overall system. They also ensure that the payload’s power, data, and thermal requirements are met while maximising its operational efficiency in space.
Mechanical & Structures
The Mechanical & Structures department is tasked with the design and fabrication of the physical components. This includes the satellite’s frame, thermal protection systems, and mechanical interfaces. The team conducts rigorous analyses and simulations to ensure that the structures can endure the launch and operational stresses in space. They also work on optimising the mass and volume of the satellite to meet the constraints of standards while maximising the available space for payloads and other subsystems. Their work ensures the structural integrity and longevity of the satellite throughout its mission.
Marketing & Outreach
The Marketing & Outreach Department is essential for building the public image of the team and promoting its activities and achievements. This department handles external communication, including social media, press releases, website management, and public outreach. They work on engaging the community, securing media coverage, and establishing partnerships with industry stakeholders. Internally, they support project visibility and team cohesion by facilitating communication between departments.
Communications & Ground Segment
The Communications & Ground Segment Department is responsible for designing and maintaining the systems that enable communication between the satellite and our ground stations. This includes developing antennas, transmitters, and receivers to ensure reliable data transmission for telemetry, command, and payload operations.
The department also oversees the ground station infrastructure, creating robust software and hardware solutions to monitor and control the satellite throughout its mission. Their work ensures seamless connectivity, enabling effective mission management and data retrieval critical for the success of the mission.
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