Integrated Propulsion,
Not Just a Part
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Integrated propulsion, not just a part

Choosing a cheaper engine may save money up front - but it often comes at the cost of performance, reliability, and integration headaches that can derail your entire UAV program

Strategic Partnership, Not Just a Product

Cheaper suppliers sell engines. Orbital builds relationships - embedding with your team from day one to engineer a propulsion system tailored to your aircraft, mission, and end-user expectations.

Without this: You risk integration issues, misaligned specifications, and a lack of accountability when problems arise.

Proven Field Performance in Extreme Conditions

With over 1,000,000 operational hours in real-world missions - hot, cold, dusty, wet - Orbital propulsion systems have been tested and trusted by world-leading defense clients.

Without this: You risk deploying unproven systems that may fail when it matters most - costing reputation, contracts, and operational readiness.

Mission Assurance

At the end of the day, your UAV must fly - flawlessly, repeatedly, and with total confidence. That’s Orbital’s commitment!

Without this: You face increased operational risk, lower end-user confidence, and reduced chances of long-term program success.

Continuous Performance Optimisation

Orbital doesn’t walk away after delivery. We keep engines and systems mission-ready with expert maintenance, repair, and upgrades, including ongoing tuning, diagnostics and system improvements that adapt to your evolving mission demands, backed by our long-standing service expertise.

Without this: You’re left managing performance growth and technical challenges alone, with no expert partner by your side.

Integrated Engineering Excellence

Orbital’s in-house engineering team works directly with you to ensure seamless integration and ongoing optimisation  - enhancing reliability and mission performance.

Without this: Expect higher internal workloads, slower development cycles, and greater chance of system failure under stress.

Built for Beyond Visual Line of Sight.
Orbital IPS delivers endurance, reliability, and diagnostics that cut lifetime cost and keep missions on station longer.

Built on Engineering Precision and Long-Term Partnership

At Orbital, we don’t just supply propulsion systems - we engineer enduring solutions through deep collaboration, technical integration, and mission-aligned support. Our five-step process is designed to deliver lasting performance, reliability, and competitive edge.

Mission Clarity

We begin with comprehensive communication to understand your full project scope - airframe specs, operational goals, environmental demands, and performance targets. This clarity from day one sets the foundation for success.

Engine Matching & Technical Fit

We assess propulsion options based on your specific aircraft and mission requirements - evaluating horsepower, weight, durability, and integration compatibility. You get the right system, not just the closest one.

Collaborative Engineering Integration

Our in-house engineering team works directly with yours to ensure seamless integration into your airframe, or a complete clean sheet engine development. From CAD modelling to field testing, we will become an extension of your technical team.

Continuous Propulsion Optimisation

We work with you beyond initial delivery to refine and enhance propulsion performance over time. Through data-driven tuning and field feedback, we adapt your system to evolving mission needs - ensuring your UAV continues to perform at its peak, long after first flight.

Long-Term Partnership & Mission Support

We’re with you every step of the way. From testing through to deployment and beyond, we support ongoing improvements and ensure your UAV outperforms - We’re with you for the long run mission after mission.

Explore the 3 Ways to Work with Orbital

All options deliver Orbital’s proven reliability, FlexDI™ efficiency, and mission assurance across all engines. Choose the engagement model that fits your programme, timeline, and budget.

Strategic Partnership Programme

For OEMs who need a system-level advantage with co-engineered propulsion that wins programmes.

We embed with your team to design and execute a bespoke Integrated Propulsion System (IPS), optimised for your airframe and mission profile - from requirements capture to flight test and beyond, we’re with you for the long run mission after mission.

Mission-Ready Engines

Orbital’s renowned power, efficiency, and reliability - ready to deploy.

Standardised configurations of Orbital’s renowned Integrated Propulsion Systems with the same reliability and performance built on a 20 year pedigree - delivered faster and at a lower price point for OEMs seeking market leading Over Line of Sight (OLS) propulsion.

Mission Assurance Support

Keep your fleet flying - every mission, every theatre.

Flexible service packages to maximise availability: spares & repairs, health monitoring, engine overhaul, and field support - tailored to your operating tempo.

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Let’s chat about your airframe and mission requirements?

Sales

Let’s scope your programme.

Share timelines, quantities, and target budgets - we’ll map the best path (Partnership or Mission-Ready).

start with sales

Technical

Let’s talk airframe and mission.

Bring your platform specs, payloads, and constraints - we’ll recommend the right engine/PMS configuration.

start with engineering

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Australia

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USA

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OR 97031 USA
+61 (08) 9441 2311
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