Biography
Courtney is the Satellite Systems Engineer for CSIRO’s Earth observation programs, with a focus on the AquaWatch Australia Mission. Courtney holds a PhD in spacecraft propulsion (UNSW) and an undergraduate first-class honours degree in mechanical engineering (Victoria University). She has several years’ experience in satellite operations and pre-launch testing, having led the flight operations of the Buccaneer Risk Mitigation Mission (BRMM), M2 Pathfinder, and M2 missions at UNSW Canberra.
Academic Qualifications
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2019
PhD in Aerospace Engineering
University of New South Wales -
2013
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
Victoria University
Current Roles
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Project lead
AquaSat-1: a joint CSIRO-JPL feasibility study to determine if a JPL imaging spectrometer can be used to deliver actionable information on water quality and aquatic ecosystems for societal benefit.
Professional Experiences
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2017-2021
Flight Operations Lead
UNSW Canberra Space
Professional Areas
Related links
- Space for Climate Change on Engineering with Rosie
- Women of the Australian Space Industry: Courtney Bright
- Space Careers Wayfinder
- RAAF & UNSW Canberra M2 CubeSats Successfully Separate In Orbit
- CubeSat Formation Flying, with Dr Courtney Bright
- UNSW Canberra's Space Mission Program: From Inception to Multiple Lift-Offs
- Dr Courtney Bright's Journey to Mission Control