L6 Space Apprenticeship
- Full name
- Space systems engineer apprenticeship standard (L6)
- Version
- 1.0
- Created by
- Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
- Website
- instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/space-systems-engineer-v1-0
- Space specific?
- Yes
Relevant compentencies
Note that this is not a complete list of the competencies in the L6 Space Apprenticeship, just ones that are relevant to SpaceCRAFT.
| L6 Space Apprenticeship competency | SpaceCRAFT competencies |
|---|---|
| B2 Collaborate and promote teamwork across disciplines. | SCF-48 Work with others |
| B4 Adapt to, and resilient in challenging or changing situation. | SCF-53 Be resilient |
| B5 Commits to their own and supports others' professional development. | SCF-55 Self-reflect |
| B7 Act as a role model and advocate for health and safety. | SCF-25 Follow regulations |
| K1 Spacecraft dynamics and control techniques: two-body orbital motion and perturbations, sources of disturbance, spacecraft attitude control, manoeuvres, station keeping and rendezvous operations. | SCF-1 Understand spacecraft flight mechanics |
| K2 Architecture of ground and space-based communications subsystems. | SCF-12 Understand spacecraft electronics |
| K3 Mission concept of operations: mission phasing, operational scenarios and modes, timelines, ground and space segments, communications and data handling architecture. | SCF-47 Lead technical processes |
| K4 The role of the ground station in mission operations. | SCF-28 Understand role of space software |
| K8 Application of finite element analysis and system modelling software for mechanical, electrical and electromechanical sub-systems. | SCF-5 Run simulations |
| K10 Practical and theoretical requirements of electrical, electronic, electromechanical and mechanical equipment and systems in the space context. | SCF-12 Understand spacecraft electronics |
| K12 The space environment: vacuum, thermal, radiation, particulate, atmospheres, vibration and thermal environment during launch. | SCF-2 Understand impact of the space environment on spacecraft design |
| K13 Purpose of approved processes, components, parts and materials lists. | SCF-20 Develop manufacturing processes |
| K14 Properties, handling and application of space qualified materials. | SCF-18 Understand material properties |
| K15 Principles of quality assurance and quality standards in space projects. | SCF-25 Follow regulations |
| K16 Test standards in the space context. | SCF-25 Follow regulations |
| K17 Principles, processes and techniques for thermal-vacuum, electromagnetic compatibility, shock, vibration and acoustic testing, reporting and post-test procedures and actions. | SCF-24 Test components |
| K18 Configuration and document management control processes: issue control, incorporation of change and end item data pack. | SCF-19 Interpret technical documents |
| K19 Principles of project management in space projects. | SCF-34 Provide leadership |
| K22 Techniques and strategies used for the manufacture and fabrication of space hardware, and impact of manufacturing processes on material properties. | SCF-20 Develop manufacturing processes |
| K23 The upstream space sector, its applications, and the typical characteristics of spacecraft used in different mission types. | SCF-32 Understand the sector |
| K24 The role of software in the function and control of spacecraft and ground facilities. | SCF-28 Understand role of space software |
| K25 Legal requirements: Health and Safety at Work, Environmental Protection and Sustainability, General Data Protection Regulation, Space Industry Act (Background, Range control, Licences, Safety, Security, Liabilities, Indemnities and Insurance). | SCF-38 Develop policy |
| K27 Teamwork and leadership: negotiation techniques, conflict management, mentoring and development techniques, diversity, equality and inclusivity considerations. | SCF-48 Work with others |
| K28 Communication and presentation techniques: verbal and written. | SCF-50 Communicate effectively |
| K29 Engineering drawing principles: development drawings, qualification drawings and production drawings using computer aided design (CAD) software for creating 3D models and 2D drawings including schematics and circuit diagrams. | SCF-14 Design circuit boards |
| S2 Communicate with colleagues and stakeholders: verbal and written. | SCF-50 Communicate effectively |
| S3 Present information. For example, presenting project progress and key performance information (KPI's) such as cost, quality, time, risk and opportunities, contributing to technical publications, conveying information to technical and non-technical audiences. | SCF-50 Communicate effectively |
| S4 Review and interpret customer requirements for the function and performance of their spacecraft or subsystem. | SCF-43 Capture requirements |
| S5 Produce space engineering designs, specifications and drawings. For example, for tender and manufacturing stages. | SCF-8 Produce technical documents |
| S6 Contribute to the preparation of technical proposals. For example, by providing the lead engineer with technical input. | SCF-9 Contribute to technical processes |
| S7 Contribute to technical reviews with stakeholders. For example, explaining proposed solutions to the customer. | SCF-47 Lead technical processes |
| S8 Perform design and mechanical-structural, thermal and dynamic-vibration analysis, for deployable structures. | SCF-9 Contribute to technical processes |
| S9 Calculate and model the performance of electronic, mechanical and thermal subsystems using approved industry techniques. For example, communications, power, data handling and thermal control. | SCF-7 Perform testing |
| S10 Use scientific and engineering data. For example, to support decision making during design, build and operations phases of a mission or project. | SCF-30 Process data |
| S11 Identify and apply test standards and procedures. For example, identify and apply test standards for a specific project or mission. | SCF-24 Test components |
| S12 Prepare and apply technical documentation. For example, schedules, test plans, test reports, quality reports, and the digital tools used for their preparation. | SCF-8 Produce technical documents |
| S13 Research technical solutions to problems. For example, use peer-reviewed literature and technical publications to research technical solutions with awareness of patent rules. | SCF-52 Problem solve |
| S14 Use information technology including digital tools for presentation of data, digital communication, collaboration, design and analysis. | SCF-51 Work with digital tools |
| S15 Identify and comply with legal and statutory requirements. For example, health and safety, Environmental protection, sustainability, space certification requirements and data protection. | SCF-25 Follow regulations |
| S16 Work with and lead others including, negotiation, conflict management, mentoring and developing others; taking account of diversity, equality and inclusivity. | SCF-49 Lead others |
| S17 Mission Analysis techniques using numerical analysis and simulation tools such as AGI-Systems Toolkit or NASA-GMAT. | SCF-30 Process data |