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[ORBITAL SCIENCES COMMAND] SRI LANKA SPACE INITIATIVE

ORBITAL SCIENCES COMMAND

ORGANIZATION VISION
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OFFICIAL MISSION STATEMENT

“To unite students, researchers, and innovators in exploring, educating, and elevating Sri Lanka's role in space science.”

EXPLORE ORGANIZATION
3 TIERS
Command Architecture
11
Operational Roles
100%
Cross-Disciplinary
SRI LANKA
Space Launchpad
DIRECTIVE 01 // ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

ABOUT ORBITAL SCIENCES COMMAND

Closing the frontier gap and building practical expertise for Sri Lanka's future in the global space sector.

Space science in Sri Lanka is still a young frontier — but one full of untapped talent. Orbital Sciences Command was founded to close that gap, giving students and early-career researchers a structured community where curiosity can turn into real expertise. We bring together people from engineering, physics, computer science, and beyond, recognizing that the challenges of space exploration demand thinking that crosses disciplines.

Our work spans community events, educational programming, and collaborative projects designed to build practical skills alongside genuine passion for the field. We aim to be a launchpad — connecting members to global space science conversations, mentorship, and opportunities that don't yet exist locally, while cultivating the expertise Sri Lanka will need for its own future in the space sector.

Built on a clear governance structure and a culture of collaboration, Orbital Sciences Command is as much about the people it brings together as the science it champions — a growing network of students, researchers, and innovators working to put Sri Lanka on the map in space science.

NETWORK STATUS: ACTIVE & EXPANDING
GOVERNANCE: STRUCTURED & TRANSPARENTMISSION: ELEVATING SRI LANKA
DIRECTIVE 02 // STRATEGIC PILLARS

OUR CORE PILLARS

PILLAR-01

Exploration & Physics

Engaging in observational astronomy, space physics, astrophysics research, and telemetry data processing to expand local scientific capabilities.

[ Astrophysics ][ Space Physics ]
PILLAR-02

Education & Engineering

Building practical engineering and computer science skills through hands-on projects, workshops, and interdisciplinary technical initiatives.

[ Space Hardware ][ Software Grid ]
PILLAR-03

Global Launchpad

Connecting members to global space networks, international mentorship, and global opportunities to put Sri Lanka on the map in space science.

[ Global Alliances ][ Mentorship ]
// OSC MISSION MATRIXLOCATION: SRI LANKA HQ
DIRECTIVE 04 // DISPATCH LOGS

ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS

Official dispatch logs, national hackathons, regional workshops, and space science initiatives.

[ CAMPAIGN ]Applications close: 28th September 2026

Orbital Sciences Command Asteroid Searching Camp

Orbital Sciences Command is hosting a local team for the International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC) allowing schools, universities, and amateur astronomy groups analyze real data from professional telescopes in search of undiscovered asteroids. No prior research experience required, just curiosity and commitment.

CLEARANCE: PUBLIC
[ HACKATHON ]Registrations open: 26th August 2026

NASA Space Apps Colombo 2026

NASA Space Apps Colombo 2026 is the local edition of NASA's global hackathon, where teams tackle real-world challenges using NASA's open data. Organized by Orbital Sciences Command. Get ready to explore, build, and innovate alongside teams from across Sri Lanka.

CLEARANCE: PUBLIC
[ DISPATCH ]LIVE NOW

OSC Website Launching

Orbital Sciences Command's official website is live — a home base for everything we're building. Explore our vision, upcoming events, and how to get involved, all in one place.

CLEARANCE: PUBLIC
[ WORKSHOP ]Dates TBA

NASA Space Apps Colombo 2026 Workshop — Colombo

Kicking things off in the capital — a hands-on workshop to help Colombo's students and innovators get workshop-ready for NASA Space Apps Colombo 2026, tackling real challenges with real NASA data.

CLEARANCE: PUBLIC
DIRECTIVE 03 // COMMAND ARCHITECTURE

COMMAND TEAM

Structured 3-Level governance and operational architecture guiding Orbital Sciences Command initiatives.

LEVEL 1

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

EXEC-01LEVEL 1 // EXECUTIVE
Director General

Eeffle Nanayakkara

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Provides overall vision, leadership, and direction for the society. Ensures smooth coordination across all departments, resolves inter-departmental disputes, safeguards the organization's digital assets, and convenes the Executive Board at least monthly.

STATUS: ACTIVE COMMANDEXECUTIVE BOARD
EXEC-02LEVEL 1 // EXECUTIVE
Deputy Director General

Abiru Abayapala

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Supports the Director General in strategic planning and cross-departmental coordination. Maintains verified backup access credentials and stands ready to assume the Director General's duties without delay in case of vacancy or incapacity.

STATUS: ACTIVE COMMANDEXECUTIVE BOARD
LEVEL 2

SECRETARIAT & GOVERNANCE

SEC-01GOVERNANCE
Chancellor of Communications and Records

Sahan Ruwansara

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Maintains accurate, complete, and unaltered records of all society proceedings. Prepares and distributes minutes of Executive Board and General Assembly meetings within a week, and protects the confidentiality of all records.

STATUS: ACTIVE GOVERNANCESECRETARIAT
SEC-02GOVERNANCE
Vice Chancellor of Communications and Records

Srinika Nimnadi

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Assists the Chancellor of Communications and Records with day-to-day documentation and correspondence, and is ready to step into the role during any vacancy or incapacity.

STATUS: ACTIVE GOVERNANCESECRETARIAT
SEC-03GOVERNANCE
Chancellor of Resources

Dimuthu Mahesh

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Maintains accurate, current, and auditable financial records. Presents quarterly financial reports to the Executive Board and a fully audited financial statement at the Annual General Meeting, and reports any financial irregularities immediately.

STATUS: ACTIVE GOVERNANCESECRETARIAT
LEVEL 3

OPERATIONAL COMMAND & DIRECTORS

OPS-01DIRECTORATE
Envoy

Shanaz Hamid

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Maintains a real-time overview of all ongoing activities, projects, and communications across departments. Ensures timely information flow between the Executive Board, department heads, and general membership, and acts as a neutral coordinating party between departments.

STATUS: OPERATIONALDIRECTOR
OPS-02DIRECTORATE
Commander of Transmission

Malith Induranga

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Oversees all public-facing and broadcast material issued in the society's name, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness. Plans and executes media and outreach campaigns, coordinating with the Chancellor of Grid on digital publishing, and seeks prior approval before releasing sensitive or reputationally significant content.

STATUS: OPERATIONALDIRECTOR
OPS-03DIRECTORATE
Chief Strategist

Nipuna Wijayasiri

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Oversees the planning, execution, and timely delivery of all approved projects and initiatives. Reports project status, risks, and timelines regularly to the Executive Board, and ensures no project proceeds without proper Board approval.

STATUS: OPERATIONALDIRECTOR
OPS-04DIRECTORATE
Chief of Operation

Rajkumar Moveen

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Plans and executes all events and functions hosted by the society in line with its vision and mission. Ensures the safety and wellbeing of participants and volunteers, and reports on the outcome, including revenue, expenses, and any incidents of each event.

STATUS: OPERATIONALDIRECTOR
OPS-05DIRECTORATE
Chancellor of Grid

Mayura Alahakoon

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Maintains the functionality, security, and uptime of all the society's digital platforms. Coordinates with the Chief of Communications on the technical side of media campaigns and reports any security breach or data loss immediately.

STATUS: OPERATIONALDIRECTOR
OPS-06DIRECTORATE
Chief of Foreign Affairs

Pamiru Savisara

// OPERATIONAL DUTY

Manages external projects and partnerships, keeping project plans, budgets, and status reports for each. Reports monthly on the status of external initiatives, ensures they stay within budget and align with the society's mission, and maintains fair, transparent communication with external parties.

STATUS: OPERATIONALDIRECTOR

GOVERNANCE & CULTURE OF COLLABORATION

"Built on a clear governance structure and a culture of collaboration, Orbital Sciences Command is as much about the people it brings together as the science it champions."

STRUCTURE: 11 POSITIONS (3 TIERS)