satellite engineer

Satellite engineers develop, test and oversee the manufacture of satellite systems and satellite programmes. They may also develop software programs, collect and research data, and test the satellite systems. Satellite engineers can also develop systems to command and control satellites. They monitor satellites for issues and report on the behaviour of the satellite in orbit.

ESCO Code

2152.1.14

NACE Code

71.12 - Engineering activities and related technical consultancy

30.3 - Manufacture of air and spacecraft and related machinery

71.2 - Technical testing and analysis

51.22 - Space transport

Alternative Labels

satellite software developer

satellite communication engineer

satellite communications engineer

satellite space system engineer

satellite software engineer

satellite control engineer

satellite system engineer

satellite engineering analyst

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

adjust engineering designs approve engineering design log transmitter readings monitor satellites perform scientific research troubleshoot use technical drawing software

Essential Knowledge

aerospace engineering engineering principles engineering processes geostationary satellites global navigation satellite system performance parameters industrial engineering launching of satellites into orbit manufacturing processes production processes quality standards technical drawings types of satellites unmanned air systems

Optional Skills and Competences

analyse production processes for improvement apply advanced manufacturing build a product's physical model conduct performance tests control production create a product's virtual model design prototypes develop computer vision system develop test procedures draft design specifications execute feasibility study manage product testing oversee assembly operations plan space satellite missions record test data research satellite launch sites use CAD software use CAM software

Optional Knowledge

CAE software aerodynamics defense system design principles fluid mechanics guidance, navigation and control material mechanics mechanical engineering model based system engineering scientific computing synthetic natural environment

Skills Group Share

Concept status

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/24161923-e3e6-4096-b377-f1ee8a7ea31b

Status

released

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