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Having a space career is an exciting journey!
This guide will cover the different types of space careers, requirements and needed qualifications, as well as cover 5 actionable steps that you can take to pursue your career in the space industry.
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Pursue a Career in the Space Industry

Step 1: Define Your Field of Interest
The first step will be to research the space industry and acquire an understanding of where it’s been and where it’s going. To this end, you can attend the International Space Convention 2023, or subscribe to our Altair Insights Podcast.

Step 2: Take Your Education to New Heights
A Background in STEM is vital if you’d like to get involved in the space industry. Look up degrees, courses, and certificate programs that are intertwined with the space industry.

Step 3: Engage in Volunteer Activities and Participate in Space Competitions
Consider joining volunteer-driven non-profit organizations for the space industry and participating in hands-on projects and competitions like NASA International Space Apps Challenge, University Rover Challenge, or others.

Step 4: Expand Your Space Network
Building connections is crucial to succeeding in the search for your next space job. Attending conferences and webinars, or interacting with space professionals is a great way of developing valuable relationships that may lead to recommendations and interview opportunities.

Step 5: Submit your Application!
By navigating through the Altair Careers Directory, you gain direct access to the hiring managers at the companies on the list, as well as getting to know their job openings, allowing you to submit your resume.
Altair Careers
By partnering with the industry’s leading organizations, we help new-coming talent to find jobs that fits them best, whether they’re engineers, planetary scientists, or have experience with business administration and a passion towards space. Varying based on the background and expertise, we help individuals find jobs in the various fields of space industry and give them the opportunity to engrave their mark on the growth of next trillion-dollar industry.

5 STEPS ON HOW TO:
Pursue a Career in the Space Industry
This guide will cover the different types of space careers, requirements and needed qualifications, as well as cover 5 actionable steps that you can take to pursue your career in the space industry.
DOWNLOAD YOUR GUIDE