Space Missions Engineering with Unified Architecture Framework (UAF)

A successful space mission engineering study relies on a comprehensive, accurate, and coherent representation of the mission architecture. The Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) has emerged as a powerful standard for achieving this goal, particularly in complex domains like space.

This tutorial will guide participants through the modeling workflow for space mission engineering using UAF. It will demonstrate how UAF supports key mission engineering activities, including the definition of Mission Phases, Mission Threads, and Mission Engineering Threads within an integrated architectural model.

Attendees will learn how to select and apply the most relevant UAF views to effectively support analysis, planning, and stakeholder communication throughout the mission lifecycle.

The session will also introduce the Space-Domain Enterprise Architecture (SEA) Reference Model as a practical example of UAF application in the space domain, showcasing its value in aligning technical, operational, and strategic perspectives.

In addition, the tutorial will explore essential modeling constructs and features, including updates introduced in UAF version 1.3 that specifically enhance support for mission engineering. These additions help bridge the gap between systems engineering and operational mission context—an increasingly critical need in modern space programs.

Whether you're a systems architect, mission engineer, or decision-maker, this session will provide practical insights into how UAF can improve architectural coherence, traceability, and decision support in space mission engineering.