Former SpaceX engineers launch Eclipse Space to build megaconstellations for governments and companies

Former SpaceX engineers who helped build and scale Starlink have launched Eclipse Space, a startup based in Redmond, Washington, aimed at delivering megaconstellations for governments and companies seeking more control over space-based infrastructure. Led by former SpaceX satellite payload engineering manager Derek Huerta, Eclipse emerged from stealth on June 26 after being founded a year ago. The company is preparing to deliver its first customer hardware later this year, including a prototype phased array and telemetry, tracking and control systems.