I am a space science enthusiast with a strong grounding in physics, engineering, and optical systems. My career has focused on testing and validating satellite imaging sensors, managing feasibility studies, and collaborating with industry partners to turn ambitious space science ideas into deliverable hardware. Within my academic experience I have gained extensive experience with technical writing and have always excelled in written communication. I also have experience with content creation and creative writing and, in combination with my academic background and my detail oriented approach to report writing, I'm the researcher you need!

Tobi Norman

I am a space science enthusiast with a strong grounding in physics, engineering, and optical systems. My career has focused on testing and validating satellite imaging sensors, managing feasibility studies, and collaborating with industry partners to turn ambitious space science ideas into deliverable hardware. Within my academic experience I have gained extensive experience with technical writing and have always excelled in written communication. I also have experience with content creation and creative writing and, in combination with my academic background and my detail oriented approach to report writing, I'm the researcher you need!

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I am a space science enthusiast with a strong grounding in physics, engineering, and optical systems. My career has focused on testing and validating satellite imaging sensors, managing feasibility studies, and collaborating with industry partners to turn ambitious space science ideas into deliverable hardware. Within my academic experience I have gained extensive experience with technical writing and have always excelled in written communication. I also have experience with content creation and creative writing and, in combination with my academic background and my detail oriented approach to report writing, I’m the researcher you need!

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Experience Level

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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Space Imaging Verification & Test Engineer at Teledyne e2v
October 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Electro-optical testing of satellite imaging sensors; scripting data acquisition with Teledyne's Rameses software and MATLAB-based analysis; maintained ISO Class 6 clean room standards; solved problems, developed tests, and performed analysis; contributed to project reviews (PDRs, CDRs, TRRs, SRRs, DRBs); conducted radiation testing at international facilities; presented results at an OU Radiation Workshop; remote-work experience; trained personnel; calibrations and maintenance; used Windchill and SAP for document control.
Project Management and Optical Systems Engineering (CMOS) – Feasibility Design Study for SRON at University of Leicester (MSc Project)
April 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Collaborated to write top-level science requirements; developed numerical models in Python; designed a CMOS optical system; updated distributed variables; ensured tasks met industry deadlines; delivered reliable results.
BTEC Engineering Work Placement at BAE Systems, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Adhered to stringent on-site Security, Health, and Safety regulations; maintained strict attendance; operated heavy metal-working machinery and various engineering tools; produced a completed product.
Research Project Manager (Europa Lander) at University of Leicester
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Organized lab sessions for a team of ten; monitored progress against deadlines; led weekly progress meetings; maintained high team morale and adapted to pandemic-related constraints by delegating hardware tasks and isolating team members.

Education

MSc Space Exploration Systems at University of Leicester
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
BSc Physics with Space Science at University of Leicester
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering at Highbury College, Portsmouth
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
A Levels at South Devon College, Paignton
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
GCSEs at King Edward VI Community College, Totnes
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) – Bioastronautics, Artificial Gravity & Spacecraft Design
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Education, Professional Services

Experience Level

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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

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