Understanding customer pain points is one of the most important steps for startups. From onboarding to pricing clarity, every friction point is an opportunity to improve. Learn how to tune into your customers' experience on the #SpaceTalent blog: https://pulse.ly/yx2d4fhtij
Whether you're building a startup, exploring your next career move, or staying sharp on space-tech innovation, these podcasts deliver the insight, inspiration, and intel you need to stay ahead in the space economy. Here is a round-up of our 6 space podcast recommendations.
Your pitch deck is your startup’s first handshake with investors. Our latest guide breaks down exactly what to include, how to structure your story, and how to present with confidence. Read more in our full guide: https://pulse.ly/dsero7swo9
#SpaceTalent #StartupAdvice
Getting started as a thermal engineer?
🎓 Study at top programs: MIT, Caltech, Purdue, Stanford, Georgia Tech
🛰️ Apply to companies like SpaceX, Impulse Space, Blue Origin, Anduril
🌐 Explore current openings: https://pulse.ly/yyaesg8muy
#ThermalEngineer #SpaceTalent
Leadership doesn’t happen by accident, it happens by design.
In the latest episode of the #VHTBPodcast, Matt Gjertsen, Brian Mejeur, and Justus Kilian share a practical framework for leadership development in the space economy: https://pulse.ly/qrb4nxfacy
Fine-tuning large vision-language models for satellite imagery is unlocking major performance gains. Pixtral-12B + LoRA = high accuracy, low resource costs.
Discover how domain-specific adaptation is enabling better insights for Earth observation: https://pulse.ly/wgibopucns
🚀 AST SpaceMobile is building the only space-based cellular broadband network that connects directly with unmodified mobile phones, bringing global connectivity closer than ever. 🌐 Browse open roles on the Space Talent job board: https://pulse.ly/s4gmd82seh
Want to become a thermal engineer in the space economy?
➡️ Start with a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
➡️ Specialize in thermodynamics + heat transfer
➡️ Get hands-on with CAD & thermal testing
➡️ Advance into senior roles & leadership
Explore your path: https://pulse.ly/g8zu2z5m7z
Office Hours with @spacecapital.com ’s Justus Kilian are now open.
If you’re in the space economy—founder, student, exec, or solo GP—this is your chance to connect with an industry expert. Ask anything. Get honest insight.
→ Sign up here: https://pulse.ly/xutxbklaf0
#SpaceTalent #SpaceEconomy
Gravitate, #SpaceTalent’s networking matching group, is where space tech careers connect.
→ One-on-one matched convos
→ Online events
→ Mentor access
Sign up for our next round of matching here: https://pulse.ly/wu56t2y9rr
#SpaceTalent #Gravitate #SpaceJobs #CareerGrowth
@spacecapital.com ’s @spacechecks.bsky.social recently joined Matt Forrest on the #SpatialStack Podcast to unpack the VC strategy behind the geospatial boom—from satellites to geo-embeddings. 🎧 Catch the episode here: https://pulse.ly/wslvcjvlwb
#Geospatial #EarthIntelligence
Want to design the systems that keep spacecraft alive in space’s most extreme environments? Thermal engineers regulate spacecraft temps with modeling, testing, and engineering know-how. 🔥❄️
Avg. salary: $90K–$150K+
Explore jobs: https://pulse.ly/sqc9dnobhw
#SpaceEconomy #ThermalEngineer
GeoNYC is BACK for Climate Week NYC 🌍
Join @spacecapital.com ’s @spacechecks.bsky.social and the geospatial community Sept 23 in NYC.
🔗 Register here: https://pulse.ly/jflxyt58es
#GeoNYC #ClimateWeekNYC
Early-stage founders often fall into the trap of overengineering—building too much, too soon. But simplicity is what drives learning. In a recent article, we share how to avoid feature bloat, build smarter, and use feedback loops to move faster: https://pulse.ly/1iveaq6lgv
At the frontier of defense tech, Anduril is building systems to help deter conflict and support mission-critical operations. Their Lattice OS platform brings autonomy and real-time insight to U.S. and allied forces. Explore openings on the Space Talent job board: https://pulse.ly/fyjdeub46o
🛰️ Xona Space Systems is rethinking global navigation. From autonomy to agriculture, next-gen technologies need ultra-precise time and location data. Xona is building that backbone, and they’re hiring! Explore open roles on the Space Talent job board: https://pulse.ly/3owxbjuqw3
Looking for your next opportunity in the space economy? Check out the featured roles on the Space Talent job board: https://pulse.ly/w3tgfyodo7
In the #SpaceTalent blog, we break down how to pitch to investors with confidence: https://pulse.ly/kxkbbgp1x6
And when you're ready to raise, pitch directly to @spacecapital.com for up to $2M in pre-seed funding. #StartupTips #VentureCapital
Capella Space went from a Stanford classroom to orbit.
Born in a Hacking for Defense course, the team used Lean Startup tools to build SAR satellites, earning a $4M DoD contract just 11 months later. Read the full case study: https://pulse.ly/jh3yc2inbw
#Startups #SpaceTech
Planet + Anthropic = satellite data supercharged by AI.
Using Claude, Planet will unlock real-time insights from its daily Earth scans—powering better decisions in climate, disaster response, and beyond. Read more: https://pulse.ly/n3vepyddjf
🛰️ Varda Space Industries is building the first scalable industrial operations in space, making pharmaceuticals and materials that benefit life back on Earth.
Ready to join the orbital revolution? Discover open roles on the Space Talent job board: https://pulse.ly/hyykkhaajn
“The best work is done in environments that tolerate mistakes and encourage lessons learned.” — Garima Gupta, Sr. Program Manager Varda
From SpaceX to Varda, Garima's journey is a masterclass in adaptability and leadership. 📲 Read the full #SpaceTalentSpotlight: https://pulse.ly/1gpbg4lezb
A virtual satellite powered by AI?
Google DeepMind's AlphaEarth Foundations integrates petabytes of Earth observation data into a single, compact system, helping scientists monitor land & water with incredible detail and speed.
Read how it works + what it unlocks: https://pulse.ly/rvkhnnde8l
🚀 Firefly Aerospace just IPO’d at an $8.5B valuation, adding rocket fuel to a company that already made history with the first commercial Moon landing. Firefly is hiring for 100+ roles in launch, lander & orbital tech.
Explore their openings on #SpaceTalent: https://pulse.ly/i36fojatzz
Want to build spacecraft with your welding skills? 🔧
Top programs: Hobart, Tulsa, Missouri Welding Institute
Companies hiring: SpaceX, Blue Origin, @rocketlabcorp.com, Firefly, VAST
Explore job listings → https://pulse.ly/pzklfqtdqy
#SpaceTalent #AerospaceWelder
From satellite imagery to RF signal mapping, GEOINT is reshaping global decision-making. These 5 companies are leading the way: https://pulse.ly/pg5zncgdmt
Want to connect with a leading voice in space-tech?
Space Capital Partner Justus Kilian @spacechecks.bsky.social is hosting monthly office hours to offer support, feedback, and insight to people building careers in the space economy.
Spots are limited. 🔗 Register here: https://pulse.ly/evakv4kizd
Want to become an aerospace welder? Here’s what it takes:
✅ Welding program or apprenticeship
✅ TIG/MIG/PAW training
✅ Certifications (AWS, CCAA)
✅ Hands-on aerospace experience
✅ Precision + pressure-ready mindset
Explore jobs: https://pulse.ly/xz0b43m2cu
#SpaceEconomy #SkilledTrades
Knowing your audience is the foundation of effective communication. In a recent blog post, we break down six powerful frameworks—like STP, JTBD, and SOSTAC—to help you define, segment, and connect with the right people: https://pulse.ly/hfn9mmxkcj
#SpaceTalent #MarketingStrategy #StartupTips
Muon Space just captured “first light” images from their FireSat Protoflight, revealing wildfires, lava flows, and more across the globe. With a planned 50+ satellite constellation, FireSat is poised to transform wildfire detection.
Explore open roles here: https://pulse.ly/ydnwcegknk
