A Day in the Life of a Satellite Engineer

Hi there, my name is Maya and I'm a satellite engineer. My job is to design and build satellites that orbit around the Earth. Every day at work is different, but I'll give you an idea of what a typical day might look like for me.

Space Park Leicester

Working in the Space Industry you can be involved in lots of different missions and projects to do with space flight, satellites or even space telescopes.

Satellites

Learn about what satellites are and what they are used for.

Inventions from space missions

Did you know that some of the coolest inventions we use on Earth today were originally developed for use in space? Here are a few examples

What does space do to your body?

NASA astronaut Leland Melvin shares his transformative experience in space, including growing taller.

How do plants grow in space?

Unlock the secrets of growing plants in space with Dr. Anna-Lisa Paul and Dr. Robert Ferl.

A satellite that cleans up rubbish!

Swiss scientists tackle space debris with innovative satellite for cleanup mission.

The James Webb Telescope

Unveiling the marvels of the cosmos: Discover the remarkable James Webb telescope.

What's it like on the International Space Station?

Explore the International Space Station: Witness crew habitats, tools, and remarkable living conditions.

SWOT – mission to measure oceans and water in the UK

Mapping Earth's water resources to study global changes and climate impact.