Become a MinneSat Member
We're looking for passionate students to join our team and help us design, build, and launch our next CanSat project.
Why Join MinneSat?
Hands-on Experience
Gain practical experience designing, building, and testing real aerospace systems.
Competition Experience
Participate in the international CanSat competition and showcase your skills.
Career Opportunities
Connect with industry sponsors and build your professional network.
Subteams
Software Team
Develop flight software, telemetry systems, and ground station interfaces.
Skills: C/C++, Python, Embedded Systems
Mechanical Team
Design and build the physical structure, deployment mechanisms, and decent control systems.
Skills: CAD, 3D Printing, Iterative Prototyping
Electrical Team
Create satellite avionics, sensor integration, and power management systems.
Skills: PCB Design, Soldering, Sensors Testing
How to Join
Come to a Meeting
Learn more about the different subteams and meet the team.
Choose a Subteam
Meet with team leads to discuss your interests
Team Assignment
Get placed on a team based on your skills and interests
Start Contributing
Begin working on the current CanSat project
Meeting Information
Meeting Times
General Meetings:
Wednesdays, 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM
Workshop Time:
Wednesday, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location
General Meeting Room:
Akerman Hall, Room 211
Workshop Room
Mechanical Engineering Building, Anderson Labs
Prospective new members are welcome to attend any general meeting. No prior experience necessary!
Where Our Alumni Work
MinneSat alumni have gone on to work at some of the most prestigious aerospace and technology companies in the industry. The skills and experience gained through our program have helped launch successful careers across the aerospace sector.
