#SecureBeforeLaunch

On August 20, 2025, Juan José Grosso, CEO of the MISSION partner Osmium, gave a compelling presentation titled “Security-by-Design for the Future of Aerospace and Defense” at the Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Físicas y Naturales of the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba. He highlighted how Osmium is pioneering secure embedded systems and cybersecurity solutions for aerospace, defense, and automotive industries. His talk emphasized the importance of integrating security from the very beginning of system design (#SecureBeforeLaunch), especially in the context of increasing vulnerabilities in space technologies due to miniaturization, open-source software, and complex supply chains. Key topics included:

• The role of Osmium OS in reducing integration time and development costs.
• Ongoing R&D projects like HSM4COM, a European secure communications solution for satellites and UAVs.
• Contributions to EU-level initiatives such as the EU Space-ISAC and compliance with emerging regulations like the EU Space Act.

The presentation was a great opportunity to showcase how Osmium and the MISSION project are contributing to a more resilient and secure future in aerospace and defense.