Project Description:

AstroAgency is offering an excellent opportunity to gain broad space sector experience and develop a wide-range of knowledge. The company seeks a motivated individual, to take ownership of creating a robust and comprehensive database summarising stakeholders and capabilities across the European space sector. The ideal candidate will be a team player with proficiency in spreadsheet creation and will work with our CTO to map out current and future capabilities.Find out more about SPIN and explore FAQs here.

Applicant Specification:

• Academic: Engineering, Physics, or Business analysis background

• Minimum requirements:

• Passion and enthusiasm

• Proficient in the use of spreadsheets (Excel, OpenOffice) and Google Suite

• Strong research and analytical skills

• Able to effectively apply guidance and instructions from manager

• Effective time management

• An interest in the space sector and activities in the commercial space sector in order to undertake the research

Desirable requirements:

• A general interest in science and technology

• Knowledge of upstream manufacturing, processes and operations

• Knowledge of Earth Observation data uses

• Experience using project management software 

• Knowledge of major space publications, websites and fora in order to help support the research

  Process details:

• 8 weeks minimum fixed term contract to be agreed with successful candidate

• In-person Induction Event to be held on [date], and an in-person/hybrid Showcase Event to be held at the [place/date]

• 5 days holiday to be taken during the placement