U.S. spacecraft manufacturer Fortastra and advanced manufacturing firm Hadrian have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore the application of advanced manufacturing methods, including 3D printing, in spacecraft development programs. Fortastra designs and operates highly maneuverable spacecraft for in-orbit security. Hadrian will provide precision machining and additive manufacturing capabilities, while Fortastra contributes expertise in space hardware qualification. The two parties will jointly evaluate additive manufacturing processes such as metal and polymer 3D printing, directed energy deposition, and binder jetting, as well as subtractive methods including precision CNC machining, electrical discharge machining, and laser cutting. Hadrian will participate in design reviews, offering design for manufacturability assessments and manufacturing feasibility evaluations. The collaboration aims to reduce lead times, lower costs, and enhance performance for the U.S. Space Force and intelligence community. Earlier this year, Hadrian established a dedicated additive manufacturing division focused on scaled production for defense customers.