Technology & numbers
What does a
satellite engineer do?
Designs, builds, and operates satellites that help with communication, maps, and weather.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Designs parts and software, tests them for space conditions, and monitors satellites in orbit.
Skills to practise
Physics, engineering, attention to detail.
How to explore this path
An engineering degree, often in aerospace, electronics, or computing.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Satellite Engineer connects with Physics, Maths. You may enjoy this work if you like hands-on, with computers.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Look at the sky for a bright moving dot (a satellite) and note where it travels.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Printable activities are currently in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Satellite engineers build the satellites that give us maps, weather, and phone signals.
What helps?
Liking science, building, and teamwork.
Learning about the path
You study engineering at college.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?