Magdrive develops compact, high-power propulsion systems for satellites and spacecraft, aimed at improving efficiency in low Earth orbit and beyond. The technology involves the use of metal propellant and internal energy to generate high-energy plasma, enhancing thrust capabilities.

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Magdrive | 2,468 followers on LinkedIn. Next generation spacecraft propulsion | Magdrive is developing the next generation of spacecraft propulsion for satellites today, deep space and beyond tomorrow.

With high thrust and high efficiency at low mass, the Magdrive’s magnitude improvement in manoeuvrability enables entirely new missions and business models, including 
- high cadence avoidance manoeuvres in congested Low-Earth Orbit.
- repeated rendezvous and close-proximity operations for satellite servicing and orbital manufacturing.
- stochastic movement to make defense satellites untraceable.

Smart Space Systems Engineering. Research & Development management. Advanced space propulsion for sustainable space exploration.

Dr. Adam M. Baker

Serial Entrepreneur and Chief of Staff in Space-tech

Chuong Van Dang

Product Designer, ADHD Coach, Entrepreneur, & Startup Mentor at ESA + Oxford University + Virgin Startups.

Essa S.

Marketing | Operations

Jade La Ronde

🚀 You might have caught our CEO, Mark Stokes , in The Telegraph today, discussing a ground breaking innovation and our next big project: a spacecraft engine that runs on space junk. With space debris becoming a growing concern, Mark shared how our team plans to turn this challenge into an opportunity - using waste materials in orbit as fuel to power future missions. 🌍 This approach not only aims to clear up space but also represents a significant step forward in sustainable space exploration. It’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re proud to be at the forefront of solutions that help make space cleaner and more accessible. 👉 For the full article: https://lnkd.in/ezJM7qbb #SpaceIndustry #SpaceInnovation #SpaceStartups #Sustainability

We were incredibly saddened to hear the news coming out of Reaction Engines last week. If you or someone you know has been affected and would like to continue working in aerospace and engineering, Magdrive are actively hiring for several engineering roles: 💡Electrical - Electrical Power Engineer - Pulsed Power Engineer - Electrical Test Systems Engineer 🧰Mechanical - Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) Engineer For all open opportunities, please visit our website: https://lnkd.in/epcXXdcC #spacejobs

Today our Head of Mechanical Engineer, James Bass , joined the Aerospace & Satellite panel at Advanced Engineering UK to dive into advanced manufacturing in space - and how terrestrial manufacturers can jump on board. The key takeaway? Space is just another industry with its own unique demands. For manufacturers who haven’t yet explored the booming space sector, there’s no better time to get involved! Thanks to AE for having us and thanks to our friends at Satellite Applications Catapult for hosting such a stellar panel. 🚀 #spaceindustry #ukspace #spaceinnovation #spacetech #innovation #manufacturing

We're taking space innovation to new heights 🚀 The UK Space Agency has just committed £1 million to a pioneering satellite refuelling project from space tech companies Magdrive and Orbit Fab . And what makes it even more exciting? All 3 organisations are part of the Harwell community. This project is a game-changer for the space industry, helping extend the life of satellites and reduce space debris. It’s amazing to see companies based here at Harwell leading the way in making space more sustainable. Exciting times ahead for the space sector, and it’s all happening right here on campus. https://lnkd.in/e8cgy9eN #ukspace #spaceinnovation #sustainability #satelliterefuelling #spacetech #innovation

Harwell Science and Innovation Campus

We are happy to announce the European Space Agency - ESA Rising Stars of 2024, promising European space start-ups and scale-ups that have been identified by ESA Commercialisation Directorate for their innovative technologies and business models within the space sector. Supported by the different ESA technology or commercial development programmes, these laureates will have facilitated access to ESA Commercialisation Services team to foster cooperation in areas such as investor matchmaking, event participation, representation at global conferences, networking session invitations, and will benefit from media-sharing opportunities. Here the 20 laureates: - Aerospacelab - Astrolight - AUREA Technology - constellr - Craft Prospect - DiGOS Potsdam GmbH - EOMAP - Exolaunch - Geosistema SA - Kepler Communications Inc. - Lacuna Space - Magdrive - Orbital Astronautics - Orora - PEAK Technology - Quadsat - R-Space - SatVu - SPiN - Space Products and Innovation - Yuri Read more: https://lnkd.in/db4ZSGUJ #SpaceIndustry #SpaceInnovation #SpaceTechnology #StartUps #ScaleUps

ESA Commercialisation Gateway

Pleased to share that after nearly 15 years of self employment, involving a mix of consulting and startups, academic teaching and research I have been invited to join the Magdrive team at their Harwell site. Magdrive are developing a particularly novel approach to high power electric propulsion (think: high thrust, AND high Isp - simultaneously - without breaking the laws of thermodynamics), and our ambition is to enable future space missions requiring both high DeltaV and rapid manoeuvrability. We should see our small team double in size over the next year, develop a major new facility for environmental testing of space and propulsion equipment, launch multiple prototypes into space in 2025, and start scaling the technology to unprecedented power levels, compatible with advanced space power sources. I'll be building a team around the 'SuperMagdrive' project funded under UK Space Agency #NSIP , and working to build a customer base for larger spacecraft propulsion in the #ESA and North American space communities. If you're looking for your next career move please consider joining one of the UK's fastest growing space companies, have a look at the positions we are hiring for now (more to come) on https://lnkd.in/ezGvcFU9 Big thanks to Thomas Clayson Chuong Van Dang Mark Stokes David Tellett David Salmon Sav Theocharous Andrea Saad Thom Charlie Clark and many others you're already inspiring and energising me for the next stage of my career. Onwards outwards and ad Astra

All new roles at Magdrive , gearing up for our first flight in June 2025 with D-Orbit , as well as continued R&D to build bigger better Magdrives, on our careers page! https://lnkd.in/g6G8eYZD Engineering 🛠 Electrical Power Engineer Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) Engineer Mechanical and Thermal Engineer Pulsed Power Engineer Propulsion Engineer Electrical Test Systems Engineer Software 🖥 Senior Flight Software Engineer Flight Software Engineer Simulations ⚛ Junior Numerical Physicist/C++ Developer

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