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Industries

Space

Impact ES is at the forefront of space-grade technology with its integrated circuit board assemblies and fiber optic solutions. Our products are engineered to be highly reliable even in the most challenging aerospace environments. With decades of expertise and a firm commitment to quality, we ensure that our products meet rigorous standards. Our solutions support important missions such as laser communication and the Cold Atom Lab on the space station.

Comprehensive Space Solutions

We specialize in designing and manufacturing printed circuit boards engineered to withstand the harsh conditions of the aerospace industry, including exposure to corrosive chemicals, intense vibrations, and extreme temperature fluctuations.

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Pioneers in Space-Ready Fiber Optic Solutions

We have established ourselves as a leader in space-grade fiber assemblies by qualifying single-mode connectors for space technology. Our rigorously tested QFC connector and reliable end caps ensure superior performance in the most demanding conditions.

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Applications

  • Carrier Rockets

  • Communication Satellites

  • Landers

  • Launch Vehicles

  • Navigation Satellites

  • Rovers

  • Space Shuttles

  • Laser Communication Fibers and Connectors

  • Cables for Rockets

  • High Power SM & PM Cables

  • Vacuum Compatible Cables

  • Vacuum Feedthroughs

  • LIDAR Assemblies

  • QFC, Space Qualified FC Connector

  • Fiber End Caps

  • Glass Capillaries

Solutions

  • Avionics

  • Black Boxes

  • Control Systems for Unmanned Vehicles

  • Flight Control Computers

  • Fuel Vapor Detection Modules

  • High-Speed Data Encryption Units

  • Navigation Systems

  • Radar Systems

  • Surveillance and Imaging Systems

  • Weaponry

  • Free-Space Optical Communication (FSO)

  • Laser Communication Terminals

  • Laser Inter-Satellite Links

  • Ground-to-Satellite Laser Links

  • Deep Space Laser Communication

Certifications

AS9100D ISO9001:2015 Certified.
IPC J-STD-001.
Certified IPC/WHMA-A-620 Application Specialist.
Nadcap Accredited.
IPC-A-610 Certified.
IPC-A-620.
Certified IPC-7711/7721 Application Specialist.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
ISO 13485.
ITAR Registered.

“Silicon Forest Electronics [a subsidiary of Impact ES] has been more than a vendor but a valued partner for 10+ years. Their proactive support and understanding of their customers' goals set them apart from other contract manufacturers.”

Procurement manager

“I love that I can place an order with Silicon Forest Electronics [a subsidiary of Impact ES] and I don’t have to worry about it. I know that it will be done right and it will be on time.”

Senior buyer, Uster Technologies

“Silicon Forest Electronics [a subsidiary of Impact ES], has been an outstanding PCBA supplier partner for Thermo Fisher Scientific (Bothell, WA).The team fulfills every instrument order (EVOS and HCS Systems) without fail and demonstrates a remarkable willingness to collaborate with the Thermo Fisher Scientific Supply Chain Team and our brokers. Thank you!”

Supply Chain Lead, Thermo Fisher Scientific

“I have been working with the Grants Pass Team (formerly ESAM) since 2012 and I consider them a valuable partner. Their team is involved in every stage from design development to production. The products they provide are consistently of the highest quality, with a failure rate of less than 1%. Monthly visits from their service representative allow our production and R&D engineers to discuss new ideas and review opportunities for improvement. Thanks to the high acceptance rate of harnesses and components from this team, we have streamlined our incoming receiving process. I greatly value the relationship with Impact ES.”

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

“LeoStella greatly enjoys working with Impact ES. The team out of Grants Pass is a solution-focused organization with the ability to quickly solve to mission-critical complex issues. They have an excellent customer-centric approach and are outstanding partners to work with.”

Senior Program Manager, LeoStella

“Impact ES—Rhode Island exceeded my expectations, especially given the challenges caused by an unfavorable third party involved in our project. Denise, Dave, Courtney, and Tyler stepped in and resolved numerous issues, turning a difficult situation into a success. The team’s quality of work, responsiveness, and commitment to doing what they say they’ll do were outstanding. I’m incredibly happy with the outcome and look forward to working with the Rhode Island team again in the future. I would absolutely recommend them to others. It’s rare to find a group of people so dedicated and capable!”

Founder and CTO, Illuminoss

    Why Choose Impact

    Increased Durability

    We manufacture products that can not only handle temperature extremes — both high and low — but fluctuations between the two.

    System Integration

    We have extensive experience integrating various components and systems to produce high-quality products.

    Production Partner

    Our design consulting engineers work in conjunction with your team to refine concepts and validate designs.

    Lightweight PCBs

    Lighter than standard commercial printed circuit boards, our PCBs won’t inhibit aerospace systems’ ability to launch, fly, or remain suspended in space.

    Rigorous Testing

    Space-qualified components undergo environmental, mechanical, thermal, radiation, and functional testing to ensure their suitability for space missions.

    Multidisciplinary Team

    Our engineers collaborate with commercial and academic counterparts to maintain the up-to-date knowledge base needed to produce specialized and sophisticated technologies.