Episodes
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In Today’s Episode:
UKSA Launch the new ‘Explore’ Programme;
AAC Clyde Space join the Department for International Trade in promoting UK Exports;
Skyrora begin promoting their launch campaign;
SmallSpark Space Systems complete an important funding raise;
Pulsar Fusion up the tempo on ground-based testing, this time in Switzerland; and
Space Science Policy Expert Andy Williams promotes a paper provoking me to ask if Elon Musk is quite a good as we often think he is.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from D-Orbit
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In Today’s Episode:
The James Webb Space Telescope is delayed by an incident;
Not to go a week out of the news, Astroscale complete an enormous funding round;
The ESA Solar Orbiter makes flying visit home;
Bletchley based Pulsar Fusion hot fire their hybrid rocket engine destined for orbit;
The UK Spaceflight Safety and Regulatory Council meets for the first time; and
Orbex release a rare glimpse inside their manufacturing facilities.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from Orbex: #JoboftheWeek Link
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In Today’s Episode:
Virgin Orbit team up with Astroscale through an MoU indicating a provision of up to 10 launches;
SmallSpark Space Systems grow the team ahead of a rumoured facilities upgrade;
MP’s take evidence from across the industry in review of UK space strategy and infrastructure;
Surrey Satellite Technologies, known as SSTL host top Australian Space leaders;
The Western world unites in condemnation of an anti-satellite missile test conducted by Russia; and
European Ministers in charge of Space policy, represented on the UK’s behalf by CEO of UK Space Agency Paul Bate have met and agreed on a set of accords for how the continent should move into the future.
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In Today’s Episode:
Astroscale take on new facilities at Harwell including spacecraft manufacture;
Rolls-Royce secure funding for small nuclear reactors;
Boeing move to compete with OneWeb, Inmarsat and other UK Comms companies with another LEO Broadband constellation;
In further news from across the pond, I’ll tell you how to take part in some awesome Mars citizen science;
SmallSpark Space Systems reveal further information about FROST Micro sub-orbital rocket; and
Westcott Venture Park approaches completion on a new 27,000 square foot high tech facility seeking a tenant to share alongside the Satellite Applications Catapult.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from Orbex:
https://orbexspace.applytojob.com/apply/Fz2ASsKVtW/Propulsion-Test-Lead
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In Today’s Episode:
Two government departments launch Nanosat design competition for beginners, we’ll discuss how to win and get your design launched to space;
Orb Astro have signed a service agreement with Newspace pioneers Digantara for a 6U satellite;
The UK Government lead the way at the UN on combatting threatening space behaviours;
The Horizon Europe Space Funding Call is now open;
Prestwick Spaceport announce 1 year until they start works on new infrastructure; and
OneWeb employees shed tears of joy as their live system connects global families.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from today’s Sponsor.
I’m delighted to say that this roundup is sponsored by Mace Group, the London-based Construction company which achieved Net Zero carbon emissions in over 70 countries last year, and delivered the National Satellite Testing Facility at Harwell Space Campus.
To find out more about Mace’s incredible work, values and ambitions, head over to macegroup.com. Thanks for supporting the UK Space News Mace! By choosing to support us through sponsorship, not only do you get a shout-out for your business, but also the #JoboftheWeek is yours by default! As a result, stick around to the end, to find out about some exciting UK opportunities at Mace Construction right now!
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JoboftheWeek Link:
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In Today’s Episode:
We take a look back at the Black Arrow rocket, which flew Prospero to space 50 years ago this week;
Space Forge cut the ribbon on a new facility;
Astroscale team up with MDA and Thales Alenia Space on a UKSA funded feasibility study;
Government announced R&D Spending increase with comment from the Minister; and
ESA are looking to celebrate European space enthusiasts, educators and communicators. We’ll talk about how you could win some incredible prizes.
Today’s #JoboftheWeek comes from Oxford Space Systems.
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#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://oxford.zohorecruit.eu/recruit/Portal.na?iframe=false&digest=yvq63P39lvrWDf8ux5d0dN%405tAQ0enTMhYHZI4E.qa4
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In Today’s Episode:
In-Space Missions Limited launch a game-changing ride-sharing option;
Lockheed Martin and Nanoracks join Voyager Space in Joint Venture for seminal commercial space station;
Satellite Vu close an Over-subscribed Series A Funding Round; and
The Space Industry prepares to meet in Dubai at IAC2021.
Today’s JoboftheWeek comes from Surrey Satellite Technologies.
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#JoboftheWeek Link:
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In Today’s Episode:
Skyrora Sign historic Launch agreement with Shetland Launch Facility – Saxavord Spaceport;
B2Space continue their successful testing programme, flying into the stratosphere; and
OneWeb, reach another major milestone in their Launch Campaign.
This roundup is sponsored by OneWeb
To find out more about OneWeb’s incredible work, journey and products, head over to OneWeb.net.
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#JoboftheWeek Link
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In Today’s Episode:
Orbital Astronautics sign mission agreement to provide 6U cubesat for Aistech granting GiantLeap an exclusive interview;
The UK Government Launch the National Space Strategy;
Astroscale unveil an in-orbit servicing vehicle, called LEXI;
The CAA have published their first space licenses since becoming the official regulators; and
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Space Forge in Wales. This company is rapidly growing as they seek two engineers. The Job of the Week role though, goes to their Manufacturing Engineer to be based in Newport Stick around for details!
BREAKING:
Spaceport Cornwall gave GiantLeap an early peek at news regarding a confirmed customer launch in July 2022
JoboftheWeek Link:
https://apply.workable.com/space-forge-ltd/
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In Today’s Episode:
In-Space Missions secure £9.5m in government funding for Titania;
OneWeb secures a further $300m from South Korean Fortune 500 company Hanwha Group;
Inmarsat supercharge the L-Band for Marine Communications with ELERA upgrade;
and, Tickets for the UK Space Conference go up for registration.
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from MagDrive at Harwell, Oxfordshire. The team is recruiting an entry level job, pulling in a cool £30k - £50k. Stick around for more details!
Link for #JoboftheWeek:
https://www.magdrivespace.com/
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In Today’s Episode:
Inmarsat announce a new space enabled communications network called: Orchestra;
SSTL and Airbus Defence and Space collaborate on Quantum Satellite, generating a paradigm shift in mission flexibility;
Prime Minister Boris Johnson opens a new £35m Airbus Defence and Space HQ in Stevenage;
Two spacecraft with significant UK contribution swoop down on Venus at the same time as one another;
UK Space Agency launch the second phase of their LEO Programme, a start-up accelerator programme powered by Entrepreneurial Spark who’s Co-Founder and Director gives us an exclusive.
and, the #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Alba Orbital in Glasgow. The start-up which GiantLeapers will remember completed the Y Combinator Accelerator, and completed a successful funding round earlier this year. They now continue to expand their team!
Job of the Week Link
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OFCOM challenge satellite constellations to avoid interference with new strict licensing rules;
UK Space Agency seeks talented advice for the Science Programme Advisory Committee, nominations are now open;
Westcott Venture Park hosts Westcott Expo, we take a brief look at some of the action;
The UK Government announce a quick fire funding round for a share of £1.5m, I’ll explain what’s in scope and how to apply;
Saving the most exciting until last: SmallSpark Space Systems conclude 2 days of engine hot-fire testing for Frost Micro prototype;
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The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Bright Ascension in Edinburgh, Dundee or Bristol.
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UKSA SPAC Nominations email:
UKSA Future Space Exploration Technology Call Documentation & Application Form:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/announcement-of-opportunity-space-exploration-technology-call
#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.brightascension.com/jobs/customer-applications-engineer/
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In Today’s Episode:
The Space Investment Quarterly from Space Capitol for Q2 is out;
Hubble returns to scientific operations;
B2Space complete a test flight and give GiantLeap an exclusive update on the future;
Blue Abyss in Cornwall move another step closer to reality with plans submitted for approval;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from the Civil Aviation Authority in Sussex.
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#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2634247834
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In Today’s Episode:
Seraphim Space Investment Trust PLC, raised over £180m at IPO including a well known investor;
UK Members of Parliament discuss Space Debris alongside Finding Prospero;
We take a bit of a deep dive at the Finding Prospero Mission;
News from across the pond: Both the oldest and youngest people to travel to space will do so with Blue Origin;
and,
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Lockheed Martin in Oxfordshire.
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#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/space
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In Today’s Episode:
UK Space Conference is to be sponsored by UK Space Agency;
UK PITMS Instrument destined for the Moon is delivered to NASA for payload integration;
Space Comm-Expo has now finished. We bring you some of the highlights;
Reaction Engines, the company behind the SABRE engine and Skylon concept receives further UK Space Agency Funding, and;
The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from DSTL at Porton Down.
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PITMS 1 Sheet Summary:
https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2020/pdf/1091.pdf
Space Comm-Expo Speakers:
https://space-comm.co.uk/speakers/
#JoboftheWeek Link:
https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi?jcode=1730153 #GiantLeap
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In Today’s Episode:
Major OneWeb Shareholder Bharti Enterprises pours another $500m into the company;
The House of Lords pass the Space Industry Regulations into Law, paving the way for UK Launch;
After last week’s Gravitilab rebranding story, Shetland Space Centre have renamed to Saxavord Spaceport;
Cornwall’s Truro and Penwith College has opened the doors to the space focused CSATT facility;
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The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from B2Space in Bristol.
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Truro & Penwith College Link:
https://www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/events/cornwall-space-and-aerospace-technology-training-launch-event
#JoboftheWeek link:
https://b2-space.com/careers/
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In Today's Episode: Armed Forces week comes to a close, UK Space Command hosts American counterpart SmallSpark Space Systems have completed successful first test of S4-Hive engine; Raptor Aerospace rebrands to Gravitilab; German Company HyImpulse are all set to begin engine testing of their own, in Shetland; It may not be UK space news per se, but Kerbal Space Program is 10 years old. We briefly discuss its legacy; and, the #JoboftheWeek this week comes from RAL Space at Harwell.
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Job of the Week Recruitment Link: https://careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/systems-engineer-662
Space Expo Link: https://www.space-comm.co.uk/visit/
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In Today's Episode:
A UK Space Agency commissioned report from industry experts on the health of the Oxford – Cambridge Arc has been published;
Astronaut and Parastronaut applications to the European Space Agency close;
The Science Minster cuts the ribbon on a new multi-million pound National Space Propulsion Test Facility;
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The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Avanti Communications. Here’s the link:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2586955412/
Oxford Cambridge Arc Report in full:
http://sa.catapult.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Developing-the-Space-Sector-in-the-Oxford-Cambridge-Arc-Full-Report-FINAL-Mar-21.pdf
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In Today’s Episode:
The UK Space Agency ‘Space Growth Partnership Survey’ closes in a few day’s time on 18th June. I’ll tell you how to take part;
The Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy has announced a satellite design competition with funding to launch it to space;
In International News: Relativity Space, an American firm famous for 3d printing their small launch rocket components have joined the big leagues;
The UK Space Agency continues to make the news by appointing a New CEO and announcing a strong involvement in the EnVision ESA mission to Venus;
Seraphim Capital makes the news twice this week, once with Amazon Web Services, and the other with an exciting IPO announcement. Be sure to stick around to the end to hear more about this exciting IPO;
G7 News: I’ll tell you about the huge Arqit news that nobody is talking about, but everybody should be;
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The #JoboftheWeek this week comes from Airbus Defence and Space.
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UK Space Growth Partnership Survey Link
Nano-Satellite Design Competition Link
External Arstechnica Article on Relativity Space 'Terran R' Link
Seraphim.vc Link
#JoboftheWeek Link
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In Today’s Episode:
The Royal Navy invests in Space Signals Intelligence Capability;
The UAE Space Agency have asked for global assistance in setting up a colony on Mars;
New Zealand joins the UK on our journey to the Moon, by signing up to the Artemis Accords;
Cornwall will host another major space infrastructure project: Blue Abyss, supported by Tim Peake who tells us why it’s important to him;
As Pride Month begins and the UK Space Agency joins organisations in their celebrations, they also announce an £800k fund for space debris removal. I’ll give you all the detail;
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This week’s #JoboftheWeek comes to us via UKSEDS, a society across the UK of students supporting the exploration and development of space. If you’re in education, I highly recommend them! If you aren’t in education though, you could head back as a curriculum lead down in Cornwall. Here's the link to apply:
https://www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/work-for-us/current-vacancies/curriculum-area-lead-space-and-aerospace-industries-with-engineering-or-dig
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