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About Us
SpaceCareers.uk is a non-profit organisation, dedicated to supporting students and professionals throughout their careers in the space sector. We advertise career opportunities, provide educational resources, and facilitate connections. Currently employing over 48,800 people, the UK space sector is growing rapidly, driven by the UK's National Space Strategy to "build one of the most innovative and attractive space economies in the world", and it needs talented and committed people to achieve this.
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Helping you find your place in space
There’s a huge variety of people involved, from business analysts to chemists, project managers, journalists, engineers and lawyers, to name a few. Space is an incredibly varied sector and we can help you find your own path. We provide resources for skills and career development, a jobs board with all the latest opportunities in the sector, and run events across the country to raise awareness of career options and paths into them. We work with organisations and employers across the sector to improve access for everyone, aiming for our vision of a thriving and diverse workforce.
Our Journey
Launched by UKSEDS, the UK's national student space charity, in December 2015, and run entirely by volunteers, SpaceCareers.uk has been recognised by the Prime Minister with two of our founders receiving "Points of Light" awards for their outstanding work. Since we started, we have worked with over 400 organisations reaching over 600,000 users. In 2023, SpaceCareers.uk was redeveloped and set up as a non-for-profit organisation to expand its support to people and employers at all career levels, including those entering from other sectors. We’ve kept a strong link with UKSEDS and their diverse network of motivated students, and look forward to helping many more people find their place and grow in this exciting sector. To find out more about UKSEDS, visit their website here.
Our Values
Accessibility
We know it can be challenging, and we want to equip you with the tools you need to achieve any space career, no matter who you are or what your background is.
Openness and Collaboration
As a non-profit organisation, we're here to help, and we know we can't solve everything alone. We're always looking to support and work with others so we best help people, organisations, and the sector to achieve their potential.
Commitment and Quality
We are knowledgeable on opportunities and skills for the space sector, and know how to inspire and support people in their careers. As the sector changes, we will ensure to remain a leading source of quality and up to date information and support.
Our Team
SpaceCareers.uk is run by volunteers. Volunteering is a great way to develop new skills, build your network and demonstrate your interest in the sector. Keep an eye out on our Jobs page for opportunities to join our team.
Ewan Wright
Director
Ewan first volunteered with SpaceCareers.uk in 2018, and now helps direct it. He is currently also studying for a PhD at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, researching the risks of space debris reentries. Outside of work he enjoys going up and down mountains in both the UK and Canada (and anywhere else).
Jacob Smith
Director
Passionate about improving access to the space sector, Jacob is a former Chair of UKSEDS and also the founder of SpaceProjects.uk. He has worked in engineering, training, and coordination roles across the sector and enjoys learning new things, the great outdoors, and live music.
Joanne Oliver
Director
Curious, analytical and adventurous, Joanne is passionate about helping others find their place within the space industry and identifying how SpaceCareers.uk can support the growth of the sector for decades to come. She enjoys learning, psychology, reading and being in the mountains.
Rachel Gould
Team Lead
Rachel is a Systems Engineer at AAC Clyde Space and a Prospero Space Fellow. She is passionate about increasing the diversity of people and skills within the space sector. Outside of work she fills her free time with books, art and triathlon.
Shifa Shaikh
Vice-Team Lead
Modern day version of a nerd, Shifa is a Space Engineer working in the Aerospace sector. When she’s not working or volunteering, you will either find her nose deep in a thriller novel or baking. She also enjoys talking about Space Sustainability, literature and stargazing.
Shanen Butler
Content Writer
Shanen is an Astrophysics student at the University of Hull with a keen interest in science communication and Equality, diversity and inclusion, studying Philosophy on the side of her degree. Always open to new concepts and ideas!
Vito Latorre
Operations Coordinator
Vito is passionate about space exploration and soon to start a PhD in astrobiology. As Operations Coordinator for SpaceCareers.uk, he empowers individuals to pursue space careers. He’s also a dedicated public speaker, sharing the wonders of space science with audiences of all ages.
Jack Crane
Web Developer
Jack has always wanted to be an astronaut and that developed their love for space and rockets. They are currently a 4th year Aeronautics student at Imperial and want to continue on to a PhD in space technology.
Derek Lam
Operations Coordinator
Hello, my name is Derek. I'm an Operations Coordinator for Spacecareers. I have a big passion to work in the space industry in the future and will likely retrain and do a Masters though currently my job is in management consultancy. I live in Bristol and outside of work I like playing chess, learning Korean, badminton and a lil' bit of gym.
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