As a space architect, you’ll create habitats and structures for people to live and work on the Moon, Mars, and beyond. You’ll blend creativity, engineering, and science to make living in space possible. Your designs could shape the next wave of space exploration, making this one of the most exciting careers of the future.

Who hires space architects?

Companies and organizations at the forefront of space exploration are looking for experts like you. Employers could include:

• Space agencies like NASA and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), where you'll design structures for missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.

• Private space companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Sierra Space, working on space tourism and long-term space colonization.

• Aerospace and engineering firms that develop the technology and infrastructure for space exploration and travel.

• Academic institutions and research labs focused on space architecture, developing new technologies, and testing designs for life in space.

What can you earn?

Space architects typically earn between $80,000 and $140,000 annually, with the potential for more as you specialize and gain experience.

How can you prepare?

If you dream of designing life in space, here’s how you can start preparing in high school:

1. Mathematics (like algebra and calculus) to build problem-solving skills.

2. Physics to understand how forces like gravity work in space environments.

3. Computer Science to learn design software and create 3D models.

4. Art and design are used to fuel creativity in developing futuristic environments.

5. Engineering or Technology courses to gain hands-on experience with innovation and building.

With a university degree in architecture, aerospace engineering, or space science, you can launch your career in space architecture. You could be part of designing the future of humanity in space. Ready to reach for the stars?

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