Space Systems
Scheduled for lift-off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 launcher from the Vandenberg Space port in California (USA) in May 2024, EarthCARE (Earth Clouds, Aerosols and Radiation Explorer) will analyse clouds and aerosols and their impact on Earth’s radiation balance in order to improve the accuracy of climate change predictions and weather forecasts. Clouds highly influence the Earth’s atmosphere heating and cooling. Yet, they remain one of the least understood elements in our comprehension of the interaction between the atmosphere and the climate system. Hence the importance of the EarthCARE mission. SPACEBEL has contributed to the development of the EarthCARE Mass Memory and Formatting Unit, i.e. a data storage device featuring a high capacity and fast access component of the satellite’s payload. With this on-board embedded participation, we clearly emphasize the ultimate goal of our mission critical software solutions: protect our planet and improve life on Earth through science and technology. Kicked off in 2008 in close cooperation with JAXA, the Japanese Space Agency, the EarthCARE spacecraft is ESA’s largest Earth observation satellite to date weighing about 1,7 tons. Built by Airbus, prime contractor, it carries a comprehensive set of four advanced instruments which will take measurements simultaneously. Needless to say, its development and extensive testing have proved quite complex over the years. More to follow soon...!
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15.11.2023
With EarthCARE, SPACEBEL Contributes to Solving the Mystery of Clouds
EarthCARE is currently undergoing its final round of tests before its departure to the launch site in May 2024.
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Who We Are
Rely upon an independent and flexible SME for the delivery of mission-proven software and small satellite systems
Established since 1988, SPACEBEL is a Belgian Space systems and software engineering company that has grown in the Space market to become a trusted developer of advanced IT solutions and a provider of related IT services.
Our skills cover the design, development, integration, validation of IT space systems and geospatial information systems. Space applications are another component of our activities.
Today, SPACEBEL is in the international mix of small satellite system suppliers.
We partner with Space agencies, major aerospace prime companies, EU institutions and the commercial market.
Our Values
A GREAT WORKPLACE shaped by the values of excellence, team spirit, innovation and a stimulating work environment
By joining the European Space programmes in 1988, SPACEBEL has made the deliberate choice of participating in demanding projects requiring mission critical solutions, where performance and reliability are an absolute must, where the high added value of ICT expertise plays a key role. These ambitious projects always contain technical, cost target and risk mitigation challenges and we share our customer’s objectives in this respect.
From the outset, SPACEBEL has been mindful of the development and well-being of its employees. We are convinced that everyone's passion, commitment and talents contribute to the positive development of our company. Our corporate culture relies upon strong human values, and of course, on our continuous interest in technology watch!
Are You Our Future Colleague ?
Do you want to be part of a dynamic team where cooperation is at the centre of interactions ? Ready to join a human-sized SME that operates in an innovative environment ? Have a look at our job offers !
« At SPACEBEL, I feel that we all enjoy diving into complicated Space-problems. Finding new and better ways to solve them is a common goal we achieve as a team with our customers. » (Fabien Durand – Modelling & Simulation)
Numbers
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35
years
SPACEBEL has 35 years of experience in the Space industry.
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50
missions
We have participated in more than 50 different Space missions.
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110
staff
Our team counts some 110 workers.