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Innoflight

Innoflight

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

San Diego, California (CA) 13,426 followers

State-of-the-art RF radios, cryptographic and cyber secure systems and processing, networking and data storage avionics

About us

Innoflight is a Non-traditional Defense Contractor (NDC) founded in 2004. Innoflight offers state-of-the-art software-defined compact/ground radios, cryptographic and cyber secure systems and processing, networking and data storage avionics. Innoflight’s offered products include compact flight computers, payload interface electronics, network switches/routers, solid state data recorders, etc. Our core competency is secure Command, Control, Communications and Computers (C4) design through innovative implementation of modern Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) technology in tandem with common standards and protocols that produce modular, high performance, yet low Size Weight and Power (SWaP) systems at competitive prices. Our products are qualified through an Innoflight rigorous process that includes parts reliability analysis & testing, system level fault tolerance, and radiation risk mitigation. Our customers include the U.S. government, prime aerospace contractors and commercial space developers. San Diego, CA based company. Flexible, friendly and challenging work environment. We're looking for motivated and skilled individuals to become impact players on an exciting team. Excellent benefits including 9/80 work schedule, immediately vested matching funds on 401K, bonus plan, flex working hours and more.

Website
http://www.innoflight.com
Industry
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
San Diego, California (CA)
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2004
Specialties
small/tactical satellites, CubeSats, secure space communications, IP space networking, and low SWaP avionics

Locations

  • Primary

    9985 Pacific Heights Blvd.

    Suite 250

    San Diego, California (CA) 92121, US

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  • 9920 Pacific Heights Blvd

    Suite 100

    San Diego, California 92121, US

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Employees at Innoflight

Updates

  • 🚀 You're Invited to Innoflight’s Launch & Lounge! Join us for a networking event during the Small Sat Conference. 📅 Date: Tuesday, August 12 🕖 Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm 📍 Location: The Gateway – 400 W. 200 S., Salt Lake City, UT Mingle with the Innoflight Team and fellow space industry professionals over delicious food and drinks. Let’s raise a glass to innovation and the exciting future of space technology! Bring your colleagues and come early — we can’t wait to see you there! #Innoflight #SmallSatConference #LaunchAndLounge #NetworkingEvent #IndustryParty #SpaceInnovation #MeetTheTeam #WeAreInnoflight

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  • Innoflight is heading to Huntsville! We’re excited to attend two premier (and much-anticipated) Aerospace and Defense events this week: the Space & Missile Defense Symposium and the Golden Dome for America Industry Summit. Our team—made up of Jeff Janicik, Vincent Gagnon, and David Andaleon—is eager to engage with government and industry leaders to discuss the future of U.S. Military capabilities, with a focus on the transformative Golden Dome for America initiative. With over a decade of mission-proven performance in space, Innoflight continues to address evolving national security needs. Innoflight’s advanced solutions tackle critical challenges in data transport and on-board edge computing, including communications, networking, encryption, processing, storage, and timing. Let’s connect in Huntsville! #Innoflight #SMD2025 #GoldenDomeSummit #MissionReady #DefenseInnovation #NationalSecurity #MilitaryCapabilities #Avionics #WeAreInnoflight

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  • Team Member Spotlight: Rudy Velasquez Meet Rudy Velasquez — a true leader whose journey from the U.S. Marines to aerospace has been defined by dedication, integrity, and excellence. Rudy began his Marine Corps service in 1981 as an Airframe Mechanic, rising to Master Sergeant over 24 years of active duty with deployments across the U.S. and Japan. His passion for quality assurance started in uniform and has only grown since. He joined Innoflight in 2022 as a Quality Specialist and quickly stepped into a leadership role. Today, Rudy serves as our Quality Manager, leading audits, end item data package reviews, and supporting business development and contracts. Rudy’s commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and mentorship inspires our team. We’re proud to have him at Innoflight — thank you for your service and leadership, Rudy! #Innoflight #TeamInnoflight #VeteranLeadership #Quality #QualityManagement #MeetTheTeam #WeAreInnoflight

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  • Innoflight’s Communications & Networking Solutions At Innoflight, we deliver advanced, fully integrated solutions designed to meet the most demanding mission requirements for space-qualified avionics. Our offerings include: 🔹 Communications & Networking Solutions 🔹 Cyber Security Solutions 🔹 Processing & Integrated Electronics Solutions Our proven and Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) optimized Communications & Networking Solutions feature: ✅ Space-to-ground software-defined compact radios (L-band/S-band, X-band, Ka-band) ✅ Space-to-space software-defined compact radios (S-band) ✅ Mission networking electronics: Ethernet switches and Internet Protocol/MultiProtocol Label Switching (IP/MPLS) routers Ideal for all orbits and applications like Telemetry, Tracking & Command (TT&C) and mission data links, these systems ensure secure, reliable, and high-throughput connectivity. In 2025, Innoflight is launching its next generation narrowband and wideband digital modems with enhanced support for CCSDS protocols and advanced waveforms—enabling even greater mission flexibility.🔒For secure data links, we offer built-in AES-256 encryption/decryption or external high-assurance link-layer and network-layer End Cryptographic Units (ECUs). Our NEBULA-compliant (Space Development Agency PWSA) Ethernet switches and IP/MPLS routers deliver ultra-reliable, low-latency data transfer up to 10 Gbps—seamlessly connecting avionics subsystems, optical/laser comms terminals, on-board computing and storage, and more.🔒For mesh networks, our hardware supports integration with our High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor (HAIPE®). Whether you're launching a single satellite or deploying a full constellation, Innoflight ensures your mission-critical data flows securely and reliably—so you can focus on what matters most: mission success. #Innoflight #SpaceInnovation #Communications #Networking #SatelliteTechnology #SpaceTech #SecureData #Avionics #WeAreInnoflight

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  • Innoflight is pleased to announce that we will be participating in the 39th Small Satellite Conference in Salt Lake City, UT from August 10–13. Visit us at Booth #928 to connect with our team to discuss your mission needs and learn about Innoflight’s cutting-edge technologies: 🛰️ Communications & Networking Solutions 🛰️ Cyber Security Solutions 🛰️ Processing & Integrated Electronics Solutions Want to set up a meeting? Reach out today — we’d love to connect! www.innoflight.com #Innoflight #SmallSat #SpaceIndustry #TradeShow #Avionics #Cybersecurity #WeAreInnoflight

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  • Innoflight: Your Trusted Partner for Golden Dome Success At Innoflight, we bring unmatched expertise and proven performance to support Golden Dome for America. With a strong foundation built on programs like the Space Development Agency’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), we deliver mission-critical subsystems for missile tracking and data transport space vehicles — with the same advanced technologies also enabling interceptors. Backed by high TRL/MRL technologies and unmatched agility, we’ve powered hundreds of successful missions to date. That’s why we're more than ready — we're Golden Dome Ready! Ready to learn more? Click to explore how Innoflight is advancing the future of layered defense systems: https://lnkd.in/gn2RBtaE #Innoflight #GoldenDome #NationalSecurity #DefenseInnovation #SpaceDefense #PWSA #MissionReady #MilitaryTech #SpaceVehicles #Interceptors #TrustedPartner #WeAreInnoflight

  • Wishing You a Wonderful and Happy 4th of July from All of Us at Innoflight! Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, the strength of our nation, and the freedom that allows innovation to thrive. It’s a day to honor the past, embrace the present, and look forward to the future. At Innoflight, we’re proud to support America’s security and leadership through forward-thinking solutions in aerospace and defense. Our work is driven by a deep commitment to protecting the values we celebrate today. Enjoy this special day with those who matter most. Stay safe, stay inspired, and happy Independence Day! #Innoflight #Happy4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay2025 #AmericanInnovation #AerospaceAndDefense #MadeInAmerica #WeAreInnoflight

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  • Innoflight Scales Up to Meet Record Demand! With over 3,600 units sold—the vast majority in just the past three years—Innoflight is scaling volume production to meet surging customer demand. To support this rapid growth, Innoflight and its partners have made substantial capital investments in cutting-edge equipment, high-performing talent, and process optimization. As a result, we are capable of level-loaded production with 150+ units per month, including a record milestone of over 50 units in a single week. This achievement is a testament to the relentless dedication of our Operations, Quality, Industrialization, Engineering, and Program Management teams. We remain laser-focused on completing deliveries for the Space Development Agency’s (SDA) Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Tranche 1. To date, we have shipped or completed over 95% of Tranche 1’s 1,100+ units. Innoflight is proud to supply critical avionics systems—ranging from communications and networking to encryption, data processing, and precision navigation/timing—for all 180 Tranche 1 space vehicles. Innoflight and our valued partners are ready to scale even further—supporting the Golden Dome for America, future SDA PWSA tranches, and other critical missions trusted to us by our customers. #Innoflight #ScalingProduction #SpaceInnovation #Avionics #DefenseTech #PWSA #SDA #GoldenDome #Growth #WeAreInnoflight

  • Meet David Andaleon, Principal, Strategic Business Development & Technology at Innoflight. With over 35 years of experience in high-tech business development, David is a driving force behind our growth and innovation. David’s deep expertise in the space domain, combined with his keen awareness of market trends and evolving customer requirements, makes him an invaluable asset to our team. He’s the subject matter expert behind many of our technical solutions—ensuring they're precisely tailored to meet mission needs. As a key player in Innoflight’s success, David has been instrumental in securing a significant share of the Space Development Agency’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture contracts, working closely with nearly all major prime contractors since Tranche 0. From advanced Communications & Networking, to cutting-edge Cyber Security and Processing & Integrated Electronics, David’s leadership and vision continue to shape the innovative solutions that set Innoflight apart in the space industry. Thank you, David, for your exceptional dedication, leadership, and forward-thinking vision. We’re proud to have you on our team! #Innoflight #TeamMemberSpotlight #TeamInnoflight #BusinessDevelopment #SubjectMatterExpert #Leadership #Vision #WeAreInnoflight

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  • ⚾️ What an unforgettable afternoon at Petco Park! Our Innoflight team, along with our families, had an amazing time at the San Diego Padres vs. Kansas City Royals game this past weekend. From the laughs to the cheers, the entire afternoon was filled with team spirit and unforgettable memories. And to top it off, the Padres clinched a big win! It was the perfect way to step outside the office, bond with colleagues, and enjoy a fun event together. Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made it such a special event! #Innoflight #TeamBuilding #FamilyFun #CompanyCulture #BaseballFun #Padres #SanDiego #PetcoPark #WeAreInnoflight

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