This series led by former Lockheed Martin Space aerospace engineer and author, Sheah Pirnack, and Colorado Space Institute Director, Grace Crain-Wright, is structured to provide learners with an introduction to the space industry through interactive sessions. The series will explore the full lifecycle of a space mission from design to data collection, the interdisciplinary set of skills needed in the aerospace industry, and an intimate look into the unique Colorado Space Industry.
September 2 – Space Mission Life Cycle
Get an insider’s perspective of a complete space mission life-cycle - from conception to implementation to integration - from former Lockheed Martin aerospace engineer and author Sheah Pirnack. Sheah will also dive into the many space systems and subsystems that are necessary for every mission.
September 16th – Roads into Aerospace
Take a deeper look at the variety of skills needed for different aspects of the aerospace industry, including business, manufacturing, data, optics, psychology, leadership, and more. This session will highlight current and upcoming programs across Colorado that can prepare you to thrive in the growing space industry.
September 30 - Colorado Space Industry Highlights
Come and learn about the unique aerospace ecosystem of Colorado from a panel of industry professionals with backgrounds in engineering, space weather and physics, geospatial imagery and analysis, national defense, and more!