Space hardware engineering

Space-grade electronics. Ready for orbit.

SAB CTRL Space designs and develops hardware for the space industry – from onboard electronics, FPGAs and ASICs to complete subsystems for launchers, satellites and planetary rovers, with active involvement in defence R&D.

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ECSS · ESAStandards compliant

FPGA · ASICIn-house design

Units → MissionsIntegration path

Who we are

Engineering the electronics behind European space missions.

We are an independent engineering company based in Slovakia, with headquarters in Bratislava and R&D laboratories in Sabinov and Košice. Our team designs and develops space-grade electronics, FPGA and ASIC solutions and complex embedded systems in line with ESA (ECSS) standards.

Working alongside the European Space Agency and leading European primes, we turn demanding requirements into reliable flight hardware. Our ambition is to grow into a global player in space hardware and a trusted integrator of small space missions.

0years of team experience in electronics and FPGA design in the automotive, CERN and space industries

0sites – headquarters and two R&D laboratories

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What we do

The electronic heart of space systems.

Space hardware must work the first time and every time – in vacuum, under radiation and across extreme temperatures. We combine rigorous engineering processes with the flexibility of an SME, from requirements to qualification. The same know-how is also applied in our defence R&D activities.

Electronics · FPGA · Qualification

Space-grade electronics

Analogue, digital and power electronics, component selection, derating, worst-case and reliability analyses according to ECSS.

FPGA & ASIC design

Architecture, RTL design, verification and hardware validation of mission-critical functions on radiation-tolerant technologies.

Complex systems

Onboard computers, data handling, power management and motor drive electronics integrated into complete units.

Small mission integration

Our long-term goal: end-to-end integration of small satellite and in-orbit demonstration missions with trusted partners.

Services

From a single design task to a complete flight unit.

Flexible engineering support for agencies, primes and new space companies – as a subcontractor, development partner or consortium member.

Electronics design

Schematic and PCB design, components selection, derating and worst-case analyses for the space environment.

FPGA design & verification

Architecture, RTL, simulation, functional verification and documentation.

ASIC design

Specification, design and verification for space and high-reliability applications.

Embedded firmware

Low-level firmware, drivers and embedded software for onboard units and test equipment.

System engineering

Requirements analysis (TS/TRS), architecture, interface control and verification planning.

Onboard units

Data handling units, onboard computers, power management and motor drive electronics.

Test & verification

Electrical and functional testing, test benches and EGSE in our R&D laboratory.

Small mission integration

Concept, system design and integration of small missions with our partner network.

R&D and technology

Joint research with industry and academia, ESA and EU-funded development, TRL raising.

UnderstandRequirements and specifications

DesignElectronics, FPGA/ASIC, firmware

BuildPrototypes, EM and QM

VerifyTesting and ECSS documentation

DeliverFlight hardware and support

“From requirements to flight-ready hardware – designed, built and verified by one team.”

Products & projects

Selected work, from launchers to rovers.

Projects that demonstrate our capabilities in space electronics, FPGA design and complex systems.

Featured · Ariane 6 · with Arianespace / ArianeGroup and SAB Aerospace

A6 Sequencer

In collaboration with Arianespace / ArianeGroup and SAB Aerospace, we are developing the complete electronics and FPGA design of the A6 Sequencer – the unit that commands the precise separation of satellites from Europe’s new heavy launcher, following the customer’s TS and GR and applicable ECSS standards.

Complete electronics design
Complete FPGA design and verification
Compliance with TS / GR and ECSS
Modular design with range from 1 up to 68 outputs

Mechatronics · Encoders · Sensors

High and Middle/Low Resolution Encoders & Sensors for Space Mechatronics

Hollow-shaft rotary encoders and sensor electronics for space mechanisms – from high-resolution position sensing for precise pointing to robust middle/low-resolution encoders for motion control. Built with space-grade components and materials, in a compact ring format for direct integration into the mechanism.

Antenna positioning mechanisms
Deployment mechanisms
Wheel movement and drive control
Laser pointing mechanisms

Energy storage

Hybrid Battery Storage System

Hybrid energy storage for exoplanetary rovers and satellites – high peak power and long operational life.

Mechanisms

Modular Motor Drive Electronics

Configurable drive electronics for motors and actuators in rovers, robotic arms and pointing mechanisms.

Avionics

Data Handling Unit & Onboard Computer

The brain of the spacecraft – reliable processing, storage and routing of data in harsh environments.

Microelectronics

Mixed-Signal ASIC Development for Sensors

Custom analog and digital integrated circuits for sensor front-ends – signal conditioning, conversion and processing on a single chip.

Partners

Great missions are built together.

Our projects and experience are based on cooperation with the European Space Agency, leading European space companies, technology partners and research institutions.

International partners

Local partners

Clusters & consortia

SAB CTRL Space is a co-founder of STEPHANIK – an international technology consortium bridging research and industry, developing a modular satellite platform for Europe’s future responsive space systems.

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Research institutions

About us

An independent company built on engineering.

SAB CTRL Space is an SME focused on the design and development of hardware for the space industry. Our engineers bring extensive experience in space electronics, FPGA and ASIC design and building complex systems – always in line with ECSS standards. We also participate in defence R&D activities and are a co-founder of the STEPHANIK technology consortium.

Mission

To design and deliver reliable, standards-compliant space hardware that enables our customers’ missions – and to grow into an integrator of small space missions.

Vision

To become a global player in space hardware and small mission integration, built on engineering excellence, reliability and strong partnerships.

ReliabilityPrecisionPartnershipInnovationAmbition

Headquarters

Bratislava

Company seat in Slovakia. Management, business development, project management and system engineering – in close collaboration with the Slovak Academy of Sciences and STU – the Slovak Technical University in Bratislava.

R&D Laboratory

Sabinov

Electronics development, prototyping, integration and testing – where our designs become flight-ready hardware.

R&D Laboratory

Košice

Research and development of space electronics and systems, in close collaboration with the Slovak Academy of Sciences and the Technical University of Košice.

Research cooperation

Linked to science

We cooperate with research institutions such as the Slovak Academy of Sciences, the Slovak Technical University in Bratislava, the Technical University of Košice, European XFEL, DESY and Seibersdorf Laboratories on joint research projects, student theses, internships and technology development – bringing new technologies to higher readiness levels.

News & activities

Latest from our team.

Projects, events and cooperation with industry and research.

EventsJune 2026

Bringing the space economy to Slovak regions

Our team presented space-sector opportunities at SARIO Business Day in the Košice region and at the R&D Club 4+ event, including a panel on how established technology companies and the STEPHANIK consortium are diversifying into space.

QualificationApril 2026

CAIN sensor in thermal vacuum testing at Thales Alenia Space

Together with Thales Alenia Space test engineers in Cannes, we ran the thermal vacuum campaign of our Capacitive Incremental Sensor – the first critical step of its qualification.

IndustryDecember 2025

Manufacturing readiness workshop with Thales Alenia Space France

We hosted Thales Alenia Space France specialists in Košice to review our Manufacturing Readiness Level on the path to becoming a trusted supplier of space components.

CooperationNovember 2025

Austrian–Slovak Space Cooperation Event

Our CEO Cristian Stratinsky joined over 100 leaders, policymakers and innovators from the Austrian and Slovak space sectors at the event hosted by ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA Slovakia.

Contact

Have a mission in mind? Let’s build it together.

Whether you need a single electronic unit, an FPGA design or a partner for a complete small mission, our team is ready to support you.

E-mailinfo@sabctrlspace.com

Phone+421 915 182 562

Headquarters

Dunajská 8, 811 08 Bratislava, Slovak Republic

Careers

Engineers and students welcome – careers@sabctrlspace.com