Competition Coordinator (Satellite Design Challenge)

Satellite Design Challenge 2026 Design Beyond Earth

Organized by Brahmand Exploration

Volunteer (Unpaid) Leadership Role

Duration:

15 February 2026 15 April 2026 (Competition Period)

The Satellite Design Challenge 2026 Design Beyond Earth is a research-oriented theoretical satellite design competition encouraging students and early-career professionals to conceptualize advanced space missions beyond conventional Earth observation.

The competition focuses on:

• System-level satellite design
• Technical mentorship
• Research paper writing
• Publication in official proceedings

Role Overview:

Competition Coordinators will be responsible for the end-to-end operational management of the challenge, ensuring smooth execution across registration, mentorship, manuscript submission, evaluation, and final presentation phases.

This is a leadership opportunity for individuals passionate about space systems, research culture, and academic event management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Registration and Communication Management:

• Manage participant registrations
• Respond to participant queries via email and portal
• Maintain organized participant database
• Share important updates and reminders

2.Abstract and Manuscript Coordination:

• Track abstract submissions
• Organize shortlisted teams
• Ensure submission format compliance
• Coordinate with technical review committee

3.Mentorship Phase Management:

• Schedule webinars and guidance sessions
• Coordinate between mentors and teams
• Collect draft submissions (if applicable)
• Maintain mentorship timeline discipline

4.Evaluation and Presentation Support:

• Assist in evaluation documentation
• Coordinate presentation schedule
• Host or co-host online presentation sessions
• Manage Q&A logistics

5.Documentation And Proceedings Support:

• Compile selected manuscripts
• Assist in formatting official proceedings
• Ensure certificates and announcements are accurate

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have strong interest in space technology or satellite systems
• Possess good organizational and communication skills
• Are comfortable handling emails, spreadsheets, and documentation
• Can manage deadlines and multitask
• Have prior event management experience (preferred but not mandatory)

Undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and early-career professionals are eligible.

Approx. 68 hours per week during active phases.

Higher involvement required during submission and evaluation deadlines.

What You Will gain:

Although this is an unpaid volunteer position, coordinators will receive:

• Official Certificate of Leadership & Coordination
• Recognition on the competition website and proceedings
• Direct exposure to satellite mission design concepts
• Networking with mentors and evaluators
• Experience in managing a research-based national-level competition
• Strong resume-building opportunity

Top-performing coordinators may receive priority consideration for future leadership roles within Brahmand Exploration.