Business Details
32 Years
experience
Precision Sensor Solutions for Aerospace & Military Applications
Founded in 1994, Blue Line Engineering has established itself as a global leader in precision sensor technology for position measurement and control. Our expertise lies in developing high-reliability systems tailored to the demanding requirements of terrestrial, airborne, and space-flight applications. With a focus on innovation and quality, we deliver radiation-hardened sensors, modular measurement systems, and custom-engineered solutions that meet rigorous industry standards. Our state-of-the-art facility in Colorado Springs houses advanced environmental testing equipment and specialized workspaces, enabling comprehensive research, design, and testing.We maintain close partnerships with government agencies, academic institutions, and aerospace companies, contributing to groundbreaking missions like the James Webb Space Telescope and ICESat-2. Our veteran-owned team of 16 seasoned professionals combines decades of technical expertise with agile responsiveness to solve complex engineering challenges. We prioritize transparency, detailed documentation, and continuous improvement through customer feedback to ensure mission-critical success for every client.
Services
Space-Flight Sensors
Airborne Systems
Modular DFPS
Custom Engineering
Environmental Testing
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in precision sensor engineering for extreme environments
- Our systems undergo rigorous environmental testing for space and military applications
- We provide radiation-hardened sensor designs with comprehensive documentation
- Our veteran-owned team delivers agile, customer-centric engineering solutions
- We maintain a state-of-the-art facility with specialized clean room and testing capabilities
Services
Space-Flight Sensors
Our radiation-hardened space-flight-qualified sensors utilize radiation-tolerant components and undergo extensive environmental testing. These systems include comprehensive documentation like requirement verification matrices and performance test histories. Designed for missions such as the James Webb Space Telescope, our sensors provide critical position measurement capabilities in extreme space environments.
Airborne Systems
High-reliability differential measurement systems engineered for airborne and military applications feature modular architecture with low size, weight, and power consumption. These ruggedized solutions integrate seamlessly into targeting pods and aircraft sensor suites while maintaining precision performance under extreme operational stresses.
Modular DFPS
The Modular DFPS system offers configurable sensor-electronics combinations supporting 1-8 channels in a compact form factor. This scalable solution consolidates multiple systems into a credit-card-sized package while maintaining sub-nanometer resolution for demanding aerospace and defense applications.
Custom Engineering
Our engineering team develops application-specific sensors and electronics optimized for unique client requirements. This includes custom firmware integration, closed-loop system design, and specialized correction algorithms to enhance measurement accuracy for complex scientific and industrial applications.
Environmental Testing
Comprehensive testing capabilities include thermal vacuum chambers, cryo-vacuum environments, and electromagnetic compatibility testing. Our facility validates systems under extreme conditions to ensure reliability in space, military, and industrial applications while maintaining strict quality control standards.
People
Greg Ames
President/CEO
Greg founded Blue Line Engineering in 1994 after leading SDIO/DARPA initiatives. He holds 12 patents in sensor technology and has extensive experience in aerospace systems development. With a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Colorado, he specializes in precision measurement systems for extreme environments.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve aerospace, defense, and scientific research sectors with precision sensor systems for space-flight, airborne, and laboratory applications.
Are your sensors space-certified?
Yes, our Space Flight Qualified (SFQ) sensors meet rigorous NASA and military standards with radiation-hardened components and comprehensive testing documentation.
How long have you been in business?
We've specialized in precision sensor technology since June 1994, with our Colorado Springs facility operating continuously for 30+ years.
Can you customize sensor systems?
Yes, our engineering team develops custom form-factor sensors, firmware, and closed-loop systems tailored to specific application requirements and interface constraints.
What testing capabilities do you have?
Our facility includes thermal vacuum chambers, cryo-vacuum systems, and electromagnetic compatibility labs to validate performance under extreme environmental conditions.
