Asension has developed a strong reputation for innovation in the defence sector.
We were the first Australian company to launch a payload on a space capable rocket from Australian soil, helping lead Australia into the Space 4.0 era.
Our team is excited by new challenges and will draw on their knowledge and experience to find new solutions to sophisticated defence challenges.
We deliver
Our work has real world applications, so we understand the importance of delivering solutions that get results.
Since our foundation in 2018, we’ve delivered a Miniaturised Orbital EW Sensor System, a Sensor Telemetry and Communications (STaC) package, and our Wombat S3 Sensor. These helped to solve defence challenges and keep Australians safe across the globe.
Collaboration
Asension builds capability through strong strategic collaborations and partnerships. Since we commenced operations, Asension has collaborated with universities across Australia, with the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and other leaders in the defence and space industry sectors to develop systems and products that will solve complex and challenging problems.
ADISCA
Asension established an industry collaboration of eight leading Australian-owned space and Defence companies to form the Australian Defence Industry Space Capability Alliance (ADISCA). The ADISCA members can deliver on all the Defence Space Sovereign Industry Capability Priorities (SICP) and are able to provide the Commonwealth with a turn-key and end-end solution for responsive access to space that is 100% Australian owned, controlled and operated.
Defence Science and Technology Group
Asension builds capability through strong strategic collaborations and partnerships. Since we commenced operations, Asension has collaborated with universities across Australia, with the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and other leaders in the defence and space industry sectors to develop systems and products that will solve complex and challenging problems.
The SME Partnership Agreement with DSTG provides a range of collaborative research projects to ensure that our R&D is purposed for Defence applications.
SmartSat CRC
Asension is a member of the SmartSat CRC, a consortium of universities and other research organisations, partnered with industry that has been funded by the Australian Government.
Asension shares the same aspirations as SmartSat CRC which is to develop know-how and technologies in advanced telecommunications and IoT connectivity, intelligent satellite systems and Earth observation next generation data services.
Through our strong reputation for innovation as well as our work in Defence and space, being the first Australian company to launch a payload on a space capable rocket from Australian soil, Asension’s cooperative research collaborations with SmartSat CRC will benefit the Australian Space Industry.
Mercury Systems
Mercury Systems is a global company that develops complex and secure, high-performance, open-architecture products and subsystems purpose-built for aerospace and defence industries. They are a world-leading technology provider for electronic warfare systems.
Asension develops novel and effective solutions to sophisticated electromagnetic battlespace challenges faced by the Australian Defence Force and the Defence industry. Our strong team of Australia’s finest Defence veterans and graduate engineers are all deeply committed to developing 100% sovereign EW industry capability.
The Asension and Mercury Systems partnership will enable the Department of Defence and the Defence industry access to the best global EW technologies.
REDARC DEFENCE SYSTEMS
REDARC, a South Australia based company has 40 years’ experience in the research, design, development and manufacture of a range of electronic products.
Asension innovates ground-breaking electronic warfare related technologies including bespoke electronic communication, control systems and sensor packages for Defence applications.
Asension’s partnership with REDARC is a combination of innovative EW systems and technologies and extensive manufacturing experience. The partnership will enable delivery of the latest sovereign electronic warfare systems for Defence.
University of New South Wales
Asension has also partnered with the University of New South Wales to respond to Defences’ capability challenges in Trusted Autonomous Systems (TAS). The collaboration will provide important support to the Department of Defence through the development of game-changing TAS technologies.
Deakin University
Asension, together with Deakin University and SmartSat, are working together on a Decentralised Cognitive Systems for Radar Signal Recognition that will provide EW processing at the edge.
The University of Adelaide
Asension partnered with the University of Adelaide, University of South Australia and Flinders University to provide expert research into Phase One 1 of the Miniaturised Orbital Electronic Warfare Sensor Systems (MOESS).
University of South Australia
Asension partnered with the University of Adelaide, University of South Australia and Flinders University to provide expert research into Phase One 1 of the Miniaturised Orbital Electronic Warfare Sensor Systems (MOESS).
Flinders University
Asension partnered with the University of Adelaide, University of South Australia and Flinders University to provide expert research into Phase One 1 of the Miniaturised Orbital Electronic Warfare Sensor Systems (MOESS).
Certifications
Asension aspires to produce products and technologies that consistently meet our customers’ needs and expectations. We demonstrate this commitment by upholding industry standards and professionalism through certifications and memberships that are relevant across the industries we are involved in.
ISO9001:2015
Asension is ISO 9001:2015 certified.
The ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is an independent, non-governmental, international organization that develops standards to ensure the quality, safety, and efficiency of products, services, and systems.
Asension’s ISO Quality Management System (QMS) certification demonstrates our ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements. The certification establishes Asension’s commitment to a continuous improvement strategy in our business processes, quality control measures, waste reduction and improved efficiency that will enable us to provide quality products at an efficient price.
Tcompliance is a global provider of widely benchmarked third party risk management solutions and compliance training by providing companies with risk-based due diligence and third party and employee training based on globally accepted best practices.
Asension’s Tcompliance certification demonstrates our commitment to commercial transparency, allowing Asension to serve as a valued business partner to multinational companies.
DISP
Asension is Defence Industry Security Program member.
Asension develops novel and effective solutions to sophisticated electromagnetic battlespace challenges faced by the Australian Defence Force and the defence industry. As such, Asension is committed to meet the security requirements enforced by the Department of Defence (DoD).
Asension’s membership to the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) is an affirmation of our commitment not only to provide the DoD with true sovereign EW solutions and products but also to protect Australia’s sovereign capability and national security.
