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25 Feb 202511 min read

ESA staffing: contractor types and engagement models

ESA engages thousands of contractors across ESTEC, ESOC, and other centres. Understand the different contractor categories, framework agreements, and how to position your company or candidates.

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5 Feb 20257 min read

Addressing the European space talent shortage

With the European space sector growing rapidly, competition for systems engineers, mission analysts, and software specialists is intensifying. Strategies for attracting and retaining space sector talent.

Octagon Space TeamRead
10 Jan 20256 min read

Noordwijk: Europe's space talent hub

With ESA ESTEC as its anchor, Noordwijk has become the centre of European space employment. A look at the talent ecosystem, salary benchmarks, and what makes this cluster unique.

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