There’s no shortage of advice on the internet about how to get into the space industry. Most of it is vague. This list is different — these are specific, actionable resources that real space professionals use and recommend.
This is the obvious one, but a lot of people overlook it because they assume NASA only hires engineers. Not true. NASA’s career page lists openings in communications, IT, finance, education, and policy alongside the technical roles. Check it regularly and set up job alerts.
LinkedIn is where most space industry hiring happens. But you can’t just set up a profile and hope. Here’s what works: Follow the major space companies. Connect with people who work in the roles you want. Engage with space industry content genuinely. And when you apply, try to find the recruiter or hiring manager and send a short, specific message about why you’re interested.
One of the best job boards focused specifically on the space industry. It covers more than just the US — you’ll find roles at European space agencies, UK satellite companies, and international organizations that you won’t see on general job boards.
SGAC is a global network for students and young professionals in the space sector. It’s free to join, hosts regular events and workshops, and connects you with early-career people and mentors from around the world. If you want to build a network in space, start here.
If you need to build credentials fast, Coursera has university-backed courses in remote sensing, orbital mechanics, satellite communications, and space policy — many of them free to audit. A completed certificate from a recognizable university adds credibility to any application.
This is where serious space industry professionals go to read analysis. Articles cover policy, business, technology, and history — and understanding these conversations will make you a much stronger candidate in any interview.
AIAA is the professional association for aerospace engineers — but it also hosts events, publishes resources, and offers student memberships that give you access to a global professional network. If you’re trying to meet people in the industry, AIAA chapter events are a great place to start.
If you want to work at an early-stage space company, you need to know which ones are funded and growing. Crunchbase (free tier) lets you search for space startups, see their funding history, and identify which ones are likely to be hiring. This is how you find opportunities before they show up on job boards.
Even if you’ve already seen these mentioned in our internship post, bookmark them. Their websites also list industry events, resources, and alumni who are often willing to talk to applicants. The communities around these fellowships are some of the most supportive in the industry.
We may be biased, but this one belongs on the list. We built this site specifically for people who are trying to break into the space industry without already being insiders. Job listings, career guides, company spotlights, and industry news — all in plain language, no experience required.
Bookmark it. Come back often. And if you have questions, reach out — we’re here to help.
If you’re a female or gender-minority undergraduate who’s ever thought about working in aerospace, there is one program you need to know about before anything else. It’s called the Brooke Owens Fellowship — and it might be the single best career accelerator in the space industry for early-career women.
There’s no shortage of advice on the internet about how to get into the space industry. Most of it is vague. This list is different — these are specific, actionable resources that real space professionals use and recommend.
If you’re a student or recent grad who wants to work in space, internships are the fastest way in. Full stop.
The space industry is smaller and more relationship-driven than most people realize. Getting inside — even for just one summer — puts you in a network that can carry your career for years. Here’s what you need to know.
If you’ve ever thought ‘I’d love to work in space, but I’m not an engineer’ — this post is for you.
About 44% of jobs in the U.S. space industry are held by people in non-STEM roles. That’s not a typo. Almost half the workforce in space is made up of accountants, lawyers, marketers, HR professionals, writers, and supply chain managers.
Let’s talk money. The space industry has a reputation for being glamorous but underpaying — especially compared to big tech. Is that true? The answer depends heavily on what you do and who you work for.
The space industry is moving fast. If you’re trying to break in, it helps to know where the growth is happening — because that’s where the jobs are.
