The Power Systems department designs and develops the satellite’s power generation, storage, and distribution systems, ensuring a reliable power supply throughout the mission. They select solar panels, batteries, and power management components, integrate them with the satellite, and perform functional, thermal, and load tests. The team collaborates with other departments and external partners, monitors power performance during the mission, and troubleshoots issues to optimize power usage. Their work is essential, as a dependable power supply is critical to all satellite operations and mission success.