We are looking for an experienced and knowledgeable Lecturer / Trainer in Space Economy & Space Technology to deliver a professional Weiterbildung program for adult learners.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in aerospace, space technology, satellite systems, NewSpace, technology management, innovation, or the commercial space industry, combined with the ability to explain complex technical and strategic topics in a practical and understandable way.
This is a teaching-focused role for professionals who want to understand the technological, economic, commercial, regulatory, and strategic developments shaping the space industry.
Main Topics
- Space economy and the major economic sectors of the global space industry
- Growth opportunities and emerging markets in the space sector
- Spaceflight technologies, including satellites, launch vehicles and related technologies
- Edge computing and digital technologies supporting space applications
- Commercial space and the innovation ecosystem
- Space startups, investment opportunities and established industry players
- Business models and success factors in the commercial space sector
- Space-based production, resources and logistics
- Emerging applications such as space mining, 3D printing and space tourism
- Legal frameworks, regulation and space governance
- Sustainable and safe development of the space sector
- Strategic positioning in the emerging space economy
- Future technologies, including AI and quantum computing
- Entrepreneurial strategies and technology roadmaps for the space age
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and structured online teaching sessions for adult professional learners
- Explain technical and strategic concepts in a clear, practical and application-oriented manner
- Connect space technologies with business models, investment, innovation and organizational strategy
- Use relevant industry examples, case studies and current developments
- Facilitate discussions, practical exercises and knowledge-transfer activities
- Prepare or adapt teaching materials according to the provided curriculum and learning objectives
- Support learners in understanding both the technological and commercial dimensions of the space economy
Requirements
- Relevant degree or professional qualification in one or more of the following areas:
- Space Science / Space Technology
- Satellite Technology
- Electrical / Mechanical / Systems Engineering
- Business / Economics with relevant space-industry experience
- Other closely related fields
- Relevant professional or industry experience in space technology, aerospace, satellite systems, NewSpace, space business or related technology fields
- Strong understanding of current developments in the space economy
- Ability to explain complex technical subjects to adult learners with different professional backgrounds
- Demonstrated teaching, training, workshop or presentation experience
Advantageous
- Experience or knowledge in several of the following areas is highly desirable:
- Satellite systems and space infrastructure
- Launch systems and spaceflight
- Commercial space / NewSpace
- Space startups and investment
- Space business models
- Space governance and regulation
- AI and emerging technologies
- Space-based manufacturing or resources
- Technology strategy and innovation
What We Offer
- Professional teaching assignment with an established education and training organization
- Live-online teaching environment
- Opportunity to work with adult professional learners
- Structured curriculum and learning objectives
- Flexible collaboration as a freelance lecturer / trainer
- Further opportunities to teach related technology, digitalization and innovation modules within our lecturer network