On Women’s Day, we salute these remarkable women for their hard work, professionalism and excellence. As we celebrate their achievements, we also recognise the courageous trailblazers who broke the glass ceiling, and amplify the call to #EmbraceEquity for women working in the space industry.
Sharing their Women’s Day messages, this is what some of them had to say.
Dr Anna Fogtman: Our Crew Exploration Scientist
The best thing about my job is working in an interdisciplinary environment that constantly pushes my boundaries and makes me learn new things! The space sector is full of enthusiastic, inspiring people and those interactions keep me curious and motivated. The cherry on top is that I help to solve challenges that will actually enable Moon exploration by Europeans.
Ms. Samiksha Mestry: Our Training Coordinator
Space Applications’s constant support and its faith in me empowered me to apply my knowledge and experience in Space Engineering and Education to design, develop and deliver trainings such as ESA Academy’s very first CubeSat Summer School. At SpaceApps, not only do I follow my passion for space and fulfil my desire to train the future workforce of the space sector, but also I get learning opportunities and support from my colleagues to grow as a professional and reach my career goals.
Dr Manuela Aguzzi: Our Training Engineer
Space Apps fosters a culture of respect where women do not feel the weight of discrimination. It is a meritocratic environment where all employees have equal opportunities and responsibilities. If you bring value, the Company valorises you.
Building a career in the space industry; embracing your passion; and working with motivated colleagues – just like Anna, Samiksha and Manuela have achieved – can be your new reality. Space Applications Services has open positions and we encourage women to apply to be a part of our teams that build innovative solutions and services for the Moon, Low Earth Orbit and Ground.
Check out our opportunities here: www.spaceapplications.com/careers
Happy International Women’s Day!
SpaceApps is a specialised Company recognised for its expertise especially in Europe, the USA and Japan. We work with Europe’s Astronauts; and we develop hardware and software solutions and technology for commercialisation and exploration of space. The market we are in is transitioning from decades of institutional control by the European Space Agency and NASA to become market driven. We are a significant player and are positioning ourselves with Partners and Customers to grow rapidly in what is an emerging market. This is an exciting time in the space business and for the Company.
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