Our Values

Our Values

Third Planet Orbital has been established in the Midlands (UK) building reliable and trustworthy building blocks for space technology users. Our talented team allows us to create and build hardware and knowledge that can be used with confidence. We believe it is important that the whole team works closely with the Space community. Every team member has a direct impact on the UK space economy and is an integral part of expanding the Space industry.

Third Planet Orbital is committed to professionalism, inclusivity and fairness to bring out the best in staff, the industry and community; breeding and nurturing a robust sustainable Space business for the Midlands and the UK.

Reliable

Reliable

A basis of strong corporate governance principles and good working practice, makes a dependable company. An intrinsic commitment to professionalism promotes practical and realistic growth for the business, partners, suppliers, and the team as a whole.

Trustworthy

Trustworthy

A foundation of honesty and integrity exists whereby all of the team are expected to work with a professional attitude. Accountability and responsibility are conferred onto everyone such that they and the company can operate and grow based upon truths.

Consistent

Consistent

Repeatable working practices are adopted throughout the company, from the engineering of technologies through to business operations. Standards and processes are utilised in all aspects to ensure the high quality is maintained company-wide.

Space Engineering Requirements

Robust

Activity and solutions occur based on their ability to accommodate risk, and not to ignore it. Realistic approaches are selected to manage all products, technologies, and relationships thus increasing resilience to unexpected factors.

Transparent

Transparent

Policies are in place openly sharing the company's approach to all aspects of its business with internal and external parties. Clarity and openness extend to all levels where sharing information freely encourages collaboration and efficiency, which is key to achieving the company's vision, mission and strategy.

Community

Community

Building a supportive and inclusive community relies upon active engagement of all those with a relationship with the company. Outreach, conferencing and events form part of Continual Professional Development activities which integrates us with the Space community. It is vital that relationship building is a part of how we work because the Space industry is built upon networks (interpersonal, inter-business, and internationally) for success.

Our Team

Our Team

Our values are fundamental to the way we operate as a company and grow our team. We believe that these values help us to retain and motivate the best engineering talent, rewarding their hard work and commitment to our products. The team is guided by strong corporate governance, led by a Board of Directors and executed by a consciously flat management team.

Third Planet Orbital Corporate Governance Organogram

Third Planet Orbital is always keen to engage with people to catalyse inputs into benefits. The bigger and broader the team, the greater the benefits for all.

Directors

Directors

The UK based Third Planet Orbital team is set to grow rapidly in the coming months, managed actively by our Board of Directors. Our Directors strive to contribute experience, expertise and dedication to all aspects of ensuring the success of Third Planet Orbital.

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Miles Ashcroft

Miles Ashcroft

Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

  • Strategy
  • Engineering Management
  • People Development
  • Risk Management
  • Governance
  • Design Engineering
  • Research & Development
  • Space Systems
  • Outreach
  • Quality
  • Health & Safety
  • Contracts

Miles is an accomplished Board Member and Executive with experience gained over 30 years in engineering (aerospace, automotive, motorsport and space), working in start-up companies through to listed organisations.

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Daniel Martin

Daniel Martin

Director and Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

  • Electronic Engineering
  • Spacecraft System Engineering
  • Astrophysics
  • Embedded Software Development
  • DevOps Engineering
  • Process Automation
  • Server Administration
  • Mentoring
  • People & Project Management

Daniel is a senior engineer with 12 years experience on a variety of space projects, including ESA Technology Research Programmes, bespoke calibration equipment and launch of sixteen nanosatellites into Low Earth Orbit.

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If you are interested growing your career with us, please contact us on hr@3po.uk with your CV, contact details and public profiles (LinkedIn, Website, public repositories), and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Third Planet Orbital challenges all of the team to be their best, empowering all of our staff to independently manage their own tasks, collaborating on tough engineering challenges, and ensuring progress for everyone both professionally and personally. We believe in a strong work/life balance, with deliberate provisions made for hybrid working, flexible hours, no core hours on Fridays, and increasing holiday entitlement year-on-year written directly into our Employee Handbook. Set yourself the challenge of taking part in the exciting Space industry with us and our talented team.

Contact Us

Contact Us

Third Planet Orbital is growing and excited about what can be achieved in the UK. We are happy to talk about our venture, whether you be a customer, supplier or prospective employee, get in touch and we will make time for you.