Blackwing developer platforms give you everything you need to design, integrate, and fly your payload. Pick your platform, access the documentation, and start building.
Choose Your Platform
Each Blackwing satellite platform has a dedicated developer portal with payload interface documentation, hardware reference designs, and software tools.
Our first platform. Complete payload interface guide, STEP templates, GD&T drawings, and HDK reference designs available now.
Open Developer PortalHigher power, larger payload volume. Developer tools for the Kestrel platform are in development.
Coming SoonMaximum payload capacity for demanding missions. Developer tools for the Osprey platform are in development.
Coming SoonWhat's Included
A complete set of tools and documentation to take your payload from concept to flight-ready hardware.
Electrical, mechanical, and data interface specifications. Everything you need to design a compatible payload.
STEP templates and GD&T drawings for payload envelope verification in your CAD tool.
KiCad reference designs with validated footprints, schematics, and manufacturing outputs.
Software interface docs and payload simulator for firmware development and testing.
Step-by-step verification checklist covering mechanical fit, electrical compliance, and pre-flight review.
Block diagrams and reference architectures for common mission types: imaging, IoT, SDR, and science instruments.
Get Started
Start with the Sparrow developer portal, or contact us to discuss your mission requirements and platform selection.