Launching of satellites into orbit

Description

Know about the different procedures, phases, and requirements for launching satellites into orbit.

Alternative labels

satellite launch procedures
propelling satellites into space
launch of satellites
launching satellites into orbit
procedures for launching satellites
satellite launches
firing satellites into space
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firing satellites into orbit
launching of satellites
launching satellites into space

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Launching of satellites into orbit is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

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.
Astronaut: Astronauts are crew members commanding spacecrafts for operations beyond low Earth orbit or higher than the regular altitude reached by commercial flights. They orbit the Earth in order to perform operations such as scientific research and experiments, launching or release of satellites, and building of space stations.

Optional knowledge

Launching of satellites into orbit is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Space science lecturer: Space science lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of study, space science, which is predominantly academic in nature. They work with their university research assistants and university teaching assistants for the preparation of lectures and of exams, grading papers and leading review and feedback sessions for the students. They also conduct academic research in their field of space science, publish their findings and liaise with other university colleagues.
Second officer: Second officers are responsible for monitoring and controlling various aircraft systems including fixed-wing and rotary wing. They work in close coordination with the two pilots during all phases of flight. They make pre-flight, inflight, and post flight inspections, adjustments, and minor repairs. They verify parameters such as passenger and cargo distribution, the amount of fuel, aircraft performance, and appropriate engine speed according to instructions of pilots.

 


 

References

  1. Launching of satellites into orbit – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022