The Space Talent Career Networking Community

Exclusive access to peers, mentors, jobs, and news
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Are you forging a career at the intersection of space and tech? Gravitate will help you form mutually beneficial partnerships, be ahead of industry developments, and have frequent access to peers, mentors, and experts.

1,500+

one-on-one conversations matched

90%

will make better decision after conversations

How it works

What happens when you join Gravitate?

Gravitate provides career and job network matching to like-minded professionals, peers and mentors based on shared interests like spacetech. You then have the opportunity to network with people in the space industry by scheduling a call to discuss the topic of your match. Gravitate could become one of your most valuable online career resources.

Other benefits include access to important industry content and spacetech events, such as:
A monthly ‘Office Hours’ series with the Space Capital team

Office Hours are your chance to connect with Justus Kilian, Partner at Space Capital. Whether you’re raising funds, seeking mentorship, or looking for your next role, we’re here to guide you. Don’t miss out! Monthly office hour slots are available here.

Learning Lab: quarterly webinar

Welcome to Space Talent’s Learning Lab, where innovation meets expertise! Join us quarterly for an exclusive webinar series led by Space Capital’s Managing Partner, Justus Kilian featuring special guests. Dive deep into the latest trends, insights, and strategies shaping the space economy. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a startup founder, unlock invaluable knowledge and propel your career or company to new heights. Don’t miss your chance to learn from the best in the business.

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Networking events

Join us for dynamic gatherings designed to connect a diverse array of participants involved in the space economy. These events feature investors, established founders, new founders, and professionals working within the space industry. Attendees have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, share insights, and explore potential collaborations.

Membership to Gravitate includes the Space Talent newsletter

The Space Talent newsletter provides:

Key job opportunities & networking across the ecosystem

Interviews with inspiring industry leaders

The latest news and resources from across the sector

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What people are saying

“Connected with someone with a similar journey and background. It was easy to get a conversation going and we had a lot in common. We already had a follow-up convo in two weeks to expand the connection."
Jimmy Lin
ROADSYNC
“I met a like-minded peer in my industry with very different experiences. It was incredibly helpful to learn about what my role is like at other firms that I was not familiar with.”
Evan Burger
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY APPLIED PHYSICS LABORATORY
“This was a great match because we are both interested in the intersection of space and materials science, which can be a bit niche. It was also nice that we had pretty different backgrounds other than the materials focus since we could learn about the other’s experiences and see how different workplaces and academic paths compare.”
Nina Arcot
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY
“We both are founders of a space startup company. It is extremely valuable for me to connect with other founders to expand my network.”
Prabeth Peiris
ORBITALSCAN
“It's good to be able to use the Space community to connect with professionals with similar interests.”
Chris Andrews
RENDERED
I liked meeting someone new. She is about the opposite from me though. She's mech, I'm software. She is still in school, I've worked for 20 years. I hope I can help her.
Christine Banek
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My match provided me with a lot of invaluable advice, especially as a fellow woman in the space sector. It was great chatting with her and learning about her story!
Aquinn Hazenberg
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My match has had a long history in the space industry, and I learned so much about startups and how things have evolved over time. We had a fantastic conversation! 
Heather Tatton
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It was a great match and her enthusiasm was contagious. I appreciated the meeting setup and convenience of the connection. Great platform and method for networking. 
Caleb Wilkins
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We both had a strong interest in space supply chain improvement, and plan on continuing the conversation.
Paul Cruickshank
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Both of us are working in the aerospace industry and in similar fields. The person has a lot of experience in the field and offered great advice.
Narravula Harshavardhan Reddy
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Why a career enabled by space?

Companies are leveraging space-based technology to create innovative business models and unlock new markets. The increase in job opportunities is related to this continuing growth.

The future of entrepreneurial space is the future of innovation here on the ground. This economy is dependent on finding talent from a range of industries who will apply their unique skills to utilize new technology and solve complex challenges. Space Talent facilitates these employment connections, alongside internship listings, startup funding, and industry resources.

“This was a great match because we are both interested in the intersection of space and materials science, which can be a bit niche. It was also nice that we had pretty different backgrounds other than the materials focus since we could learn about the other’s experiences and see how different workplaces and academic paths compare.”
Nina Arcot
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY
“We both are founders of a space startup company. It is extremely valuable for me to connect with other founders to expand my network.”
Prabeth Peiris
OrbitalScan
“It's good to be able to use the Space community to connect with professionals with similar interests.”
Chris Andrews
Rendered
“I met a like-minded peer in my industry with very different experiences. It was incredibly helpful to learn about what my role is like at other firms that I was not familiar with.”
Evan Burger,
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
“Connected with someone with a similar journey and background. It was easy to get a conversation going and we had a lot in common. We already had a follow-up convo in two weeks to expand the connection."
Jimmy Lin
ROADSYNC
"I liked meeting someone new. She is about the opposite from me though. She's mech, I'm software. She is still in school, I've worked for 20 years. I hope I can help her."
Christine Banek
"My match provided me with a lot of invaluable advice, especially as a fellow woman in the space sector. It was great chatting with her and learning about her story!"
Aquinn Hazenberg
"My match has had a long history in the space industry, and I learned so much about startups and how things have evolved over time. We had a fantastic conversation!"
Heather Tatton
"It was a great match and her enthusiasm was contagious. I appreciated the meeting setup and convenience of the connection. Great platform and method for networking."
Caleb Wilkins
"We both had a strong interest in space supply chain improvement, and plan on continuing the conversation."
Paul Cruickshank
"Both of us are working in the aerospace industry and in similar fields. The person has a lot of experience in the field and offered great advice."
Narravula Harshavardhan Reddy
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Why a career enabled by space?

Companies are leveraging space-based technology to create innovative business models and unlock new markets. The increase in job opportunities is related to this continuing growth.

The future of entrepreneurial space is the future of innovation here on the ground. This economy is dependent on finding talent from a range of industries who will apply their unique skills to utilize new technology and solve complex challenges. Space Talent facilitates these employment connections and career development resources, alongside internship listings, startup funding, and industry resources.

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How can online professional networking help?

By taking advantage of online career networking activities, students can connect with a wide range of professionals in the space industry. By actively participating in online networking, students can establish connections with industry experts, potential mentors, and like-minded peers. These connections become career resources that can offer valuable insights, advice, and potential opportunities for career networking events, internships, or job placements in the future.