Space Science & Technology Evaluation Facility (SSTEF): Space Environment Testing Beyond LEO

Space Science & Technology Evaluation Facility – First Flight (SSTEF-1) was originated by identifying the need to develop, test and deploy testing technology beyond LEO, starting with the Moon, to achieve Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 9. NASA Game Changing Development Tipping Point program has funded the Aegis Aerospace, Inc. SSTEF-1 project to accomplish this goal. Phase I of this project to develop, build and test a qualification unit and build and test a flight unit is now complete. Phase II will integrate the flight unit on a Lunar lander, launch, transit, land, and operate on the Moon in early 2026. This presentation discusses the SSTEF development, experiments onboard the first flight, and the qualification testing in preparation for flight.