You recently attended the Small Satellite Conference at Utah State University. What was that like?

The Small Satellite Conference is a fascinating show because it attracts many of the smaller companies operating in the sector. These companies often work behind the scenes in the space industry. They support the big payload providers around the worldwide with mission-ready applications, both on the commercial side and for defense. Their involvement in shows like these bring an inspiring level of entrepreneurial spirit.

In addition, as a company, we get to see new developments in the marketplace first-hand. We can engage in an open forum to debate the issues and share ideas about what's happening in the market space, as well as learn about exciting opportunities relating to that.

Where do you see future opportunities opening up for Teledyne Space Imaging in particular across the Americas?

Teledyne e2v Space Imaging is in a very good position right now, due to the sensors that we're developing that are compatible with the latest space missions currently underway in the Americas and Europe. Our broad portfolio of very high-resolution sensors allows us to address most of the market segments that are out there right now, from the smaller CubeSat market to the larger payload players in the industry.

Elsewhere, both the commercial and defense markets are expanding their use of satellite technologies. For example, a lot of work is being done around climate change and weather observation that we are getting more and more involved in. We are in a really strong position to help these important applications evolve in the Americas and beyond.

What do you believe sets Teledyne e2v Space Imaging apart from its competitors in the Americas?

One of the biggest things is our heritage. We have more than 40 years of experience working in the space sector, putting sensors in space for some of the biggest programs in the world. As the space sector continues to evolve, so we will grow along with it and develop new products that can be used for other missions to meet those needs also.

Our customers can trust in our expertise as our proven brand portfolio shows that we offer invaluable input into critical missions, whether on the charge-coupled device (CCD) side, or newer technology around complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) devices.

Customers come to us because they know that choosing our devices for their mission means they won’t have to worry about operational failures. Our teams are dedicated to working collaboratively with customers to offer them the best solution possible, regardless of price. They can trust that our sensors will meet their programs’ needs.

Where do you see opportunities in the future for Teledyne e2v Space Imaging overall?

Teledyne e2v Space Imaging is currently one of the key driving forces in the space and satellite imaging market. I believe we have a great opportunity chance to keep on leading the way. What’s more, thanks to the collaborative approach that we take with our other Teledyne divisions, we're able to take products that were developed for other sectors such as the machine vision market or the military, and put them into the core space technology markets as well.

It’s a very exciting time for us, because we're currently welcoming new business development people to help us do more of this collaborative working. They are helping the business expand in several different directions at once, and are bringing a lot of entrepreneurial spirit and new ideas to the team.

You are growing your team and currently recruiting for the Teledyne e2v Space Imaging Americas sales team?

We currently have two business development positions open in the Americas. One would suit a commercial space person, and the other is for someone to focus more on the defence side. Both roles will offer the successful candidates incredibly exciting opportunities to help drive the market and inform its developments. I can say in all honesty that Teledyne e2v Space Imaging allows its sales people to really get involved in future decision-making and planning.

In the 35 years I've been working in this industry, I have actually found Teledyne e2v Space Imaging to be the most open team I've ever worked with. Your value as a sales person or business development specialist is valued and you are allowed to voice your opinions and ideas. Being able to have direct input into how a company works, all the way up the ladder, is a very special thing indeed. ​