Additive Manufacturing

Summary and scope

Project: Space Machines Company Supply Chain Development Project owner: SPACE MACHINES COMPANY PTY LTD Location: NSW Australia Work package status: Open Scope: Full Scope Work package description: -Additive manufacturing system (Metal 3D Printer, EDM Wire Cutter, Hot Isostatic Pressing, Heat Treatment, Tensile Testing, CT Scanner) to manufacture Hardware for propulsion and structures -Print single and multi materials into a single part -Print a range of materials such as GRCop-42, Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 625 & 718, Niobium, Hayes 214, Hayes 233, Hastelloy-X, NASA HR-1 , 304 & 316 Stainless Project overview: About Space Machines CompanySpace Machines Company (SMC) delivers space superiority and security through rapidly deployable, low-cost orbital response systems that protect the critical infrastructure democratic nations depend on. Founded in Australia with operations across the US, UK, and India, we are a trusted strategic partner across the Indo-Pacific and beyond. Our integrated system spans the full response spectrum, from detection and threat analysis through to coordinated on-orbit action, powered by the Optimus Viper spacecraft and AI-driven Solstice OS platform.Building Local Supply ChainThrough SMC's partnership with ICN NSW, SMC are looking to identify capable local suppliers as we build out our Australian supply chain. Through this partnership, we are particularly interested in manufacturers, engineers, and technology providers from outside the traditional space sector who can meet the precision and quality requirements that space-grade components demand.Our goal is to find excellent Australian suppliers and make them space-ready. We want to engage suppliers early, understand their current capabilities, and work with them on the standards and requirements needed to supply into the space industry. Suppliers who are keen to grow into this sector are encouraged to register an expression of interest.How to register an Expression of Interest (EOI)- Work packages currently available to submit an EOI are listed in the 'Work Packages' tab above. Refer to the EOI User Guide below for instructions and assistance to submit an EOI.- To submit an initial EOI for the work packages, companies must have an ICN Gateway company profile. Information on how to register your company on ICN Gateway is detailed below.ICN Gateway Company Registration- Click here to register your company profile on ICN Gateway.- Support and assistance is available through the web links listed below.- Your company summary and company description are used to assess your ability to complete projects when you lodge an EOI - please ensure that your company invests the time and energy required to represent your company in the most effective manner possible.