Careers - Satellite Applications Catapult

Careers

Boundless career potential and the opportunity to help shape our organisation’s ethos and culture.

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Current Vacancies
Working at the Catapult
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Life at the Catapult

The Satellite Applications Catapult is currently recruiting individuals who would like to work in an evolving, innovative and forward-thinking organisation.

At the Satellite Applications Catapult, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff and ensure that inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We know that the diversity of our teams, and the respect that our staff feel from others, is one of the factors that keeps us on the cutting edge of innovation. Every day this means we work together to make the most of our differences and celebrate our unique contributions to the amazing work we do. Only by being 100% yourself in the workplace will you feel comfortable to perform at your best.

If you are passionate about what you do, and are driven by our mission to ‘Innovate for a better world, empowered by satellites’, we want to hear from you.

Current Vacancies
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YOUR BENEFITS

  • Flexible Working
  • 10% time to develop a new business opportunities
  • 28 days annual + ability to buy and sell leave days
  • AXA Health Stronger Minds team
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health at Hand medical connection
  • Plus many more…
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Life at the Catapult

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GET TO KNOW THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CATAPULT

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Laura Gonzalez Llamazares - Space Systems Engineer

We explore Laura's career journey across Spain, Australia, and the UK, her work on establishing new manufacturing facilities for the space industry, and why it’s so important we start teaching the younger generations about the power of space.

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Emma Hatton - Satellite Solutions Architect

We discuss with Emma how space has inspired her since childhood, her career across both prime organisations and SMEs, and what developments in Earth Observation data and analysis could mean for the future of our planet.

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Maral Bayaraa - Senior Earth Observation Consultant

We chat with Maral about the unusual start to her career in space, why Earth Observation is so important to society, and her academic journey.

Internships

Space Placements in Industry (SPIN)

The Space Placements in INdustry (SPIN) scheme provides placement opportunities for those considering employment in the space sector and connects space sector organisations who want to find the most talented and enthusiastic people to ensure the future success of their businesses.

Visit the SPIN page