25 YEARS STRONG
TETHERS UNLIMITED
Our Story
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. (TUI) was founded in 1994 as a partnership between Dr. Robert Hoyt and Dr. Robert Forward to develop products based upon space tether technologies, including solutions for cleaning up space debris and transporting people and payloads through space.
Over the past two decades, TUI has expanded its technology portfolio to address industry needs for high-performance components for small satellites, robotic assembly and fabrication technologies, optical fiber winding and deployment, navigation sensors, satellite communications systems, and other advanced technology areas.
Our Mission
We are a trusted partner delivering space solutions our customers need.
Quality Certification

AS9100 Series – Aerospace & Defense Certified
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. abides by the NQA AS9100 standards. This internationally recognized Aerospace & Defense QMS Standard focuses on the system necessary, to consistently provide quality products, processes and services.
ISO9001 – Quality Management Certified
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. abides by the NQA ISO9001 standards.
Our Values
Dedication
Dedication
Innovation
Innovation
Trust
Trust
Meet the Leadership Team

Sage Secilmis
Chief operating officer and General Manager

Robert Hoyt
FOUNDER AND Chief technologist

Mark Hanson
Director of Business Development

Kelly Cameron
director of human resources

Matt Domaingue
Director of operations and quality

Dale Vertatschitsch
Director of Engineering

Jason Hillstrand
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Kevin Allen
Director of Finance
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Tethers Unlimited, Inc. | Bothell, WA | (425) 486-0100