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.

AS9100 – Aerospace & Defense Certified
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. is certified to AS9100. This internationally recognized Aerospace & Defense QMS Standard focuses on the system necessary to consistently provide quality products, processes, and services.
Our Values
Dedication
Dedication
Innovation
Innovation
Trust
Trust
Meet the Leadership Team

Jay Schatz
Acting Site Leader and Head of Communication Systems

Robert Hoyt
FOUNDER AND Chief technologist

Matt Domaingue
Director of quality and operations
CONNECT YOUR UNIVERSE
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. | Bothell, WA | (425) 486-0100