Ellie Sleightholm
Graduate Space Systems Optimisation Engineer at SmallSpark Space Systems- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)Aug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Project Excellence - Web Development
Code First GirlsSep, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Introduction to Web Development
Code First GirlsAug, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Software Engineering Virtual Experience Participant
J.P. MorganApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Diploma in Financial Studies
The London Institute of Banking & FinanceJun, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate in Financial Studies
The London Institute of Banking & FinanceAug, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Technology Intern Experience
Bright Network
Experience
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SmallSpark
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United Kingdom
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graduate Space Systems Optimisation Engineer
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Oct 2022 - Present
• Developing SmallSpark’s optimisation software, mooreAI, specific for implementation on different systems (e.g., propulsion, aerodynamics, astrodynamics etc.) • Programming and utilising mooreAI to optimise engineering problems including satellite constellations; lunar transfers; and solid rocket motor configurations • Working with the Mission Planning Team to research and develop lunar trajectories and orbits; contributing directly to the first UK lunar mission • Building and programming electronic hardware for space operations • Development, implementation and documentation in Python, Rust, C, C++ and LaTeX • Conducting mathematical research to improve internal operations
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Code of the Future
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United Kingdom
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Education
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Founder
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Oct 2020 - Present
A platform created to teach people how to code through fun and engaging tutorials. This includes programming languages such as Python, Rust, HTML and CSS.Partnered with Bright Network to teach people how to code in Python through free and accessible tutorial videos on their Technology Academy. This academy has over 400,000 members. Over 20,000 followers on Instagram and over 15,000 subscribers on YouTube.
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Programming Tutor & Content Creator
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Oct 2020 - Present
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Deloitte
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Campus Ambassador
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Sep 2020 - May 2021
Selected as the only University of Leeds Campus Ambassador for Deloitte. Responsibilities include promoting and advertising Deloitte’s events and job opportunities whilst creating a surplus of connections throughout the University of Leeds and Deloitte. Selected as the only University of Leeds Campus Ambassador for Deloitte. Responsibilities include promoting and advertising Deloitte’s events and job opportunities whilst creating a surplus of connections throughout the University of Leeds and Deloitte.
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UK Space Agency
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United Kingdom
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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NASA's Mars Perseverance Rover Film Presenter
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Oct 2020 - Feb 2021
Presented the UK Space Agency's 'Mars Perseverance Film' which focuses on NASA's Perseverance Rover, Mars and space careers. Engineers and scientists involved in the Perseverance and other mars missions feature in this video and discuss the wonders of the red planet. As a result, I presented the landing of NASA's Perseverance Rover Live on the Royal Society of Chemistry's TikTok with the Ministry of Science in collaboration with the UK Space Agency. Collectively, we reached 70,000 views.
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Research Intern
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Jul 2020 - Sep 2020
8 week Summer Research Internship with S&AO. Placement Student as part of the Space Placements in INdustry (SPIN) Scheme 2020: supported by the Satellite Applications Catapult and managed by the UK Space Agency.Explored sensors and atmospheric science. Developed a module using Python to take FMCW Doppler Radar data and visualise this with user capabilities. Explored the scattering of electro-magnetic radiation at hydrometeors as well as terminal fall velocity. Also wrote a research paper and poster on ‘FMCW Doppler Radar Profiler Data Post Processing’ and presented this during the big Space Showcase in November 2020.
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Sky
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United Kingdom
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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700 & Above Employee
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Software Engineering Spring Insight Programme
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Apr 2020 - Apr 2020
Subsequently, offered a Summer Internship 2020 which was cancelled due to COVID-19. A week insight into Software Engineering at Sky. Gained an understanding into the philosophy of Agile development methodology. Also received technical advice on programming languages and the importance of these when programming code at Sky. Subsequently, offered a Summer Internship 2020 which was cancelled due to COVID-19. A week insight into Software Engineering at Sky. Gained an understanding into the philosophy of Agile development methodology. Also received technical advice on programming languages and the importance of these when programming code at Sky.
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BDO UK LLP
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United Kingdom
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Audit Intern
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Aug 2019 - Aug 2019
I worked within BDO’s Audit Team on the audit of Manchester City Football Club. I worked within BDO’s Audit Team on the audit of Manchester City Football Club.
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Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd.
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United Kingdom
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Motocross Rider
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Jan 2017 - Jun 2018
Previously an official Motocross Rider for Honda UK competing in National competitions. In 2018 I qualified for the European Women’s Championship and I was previously crowned British Motocross Champion. Subsequently interviewed by the BBC, STV and the Press. Previously an official Motocross Rider for Honda UK competing in National competitions. In 2018 I qualified for the European Women’s Championship and I was previously crowned British Motocross Champion. Subsequently interviewed by the BBC, STV and the Press.
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Nestlé
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Switzerland
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Finance Work Experience
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Jun 2016 - Jul 2016
Rotated around the financial services department within Nestlé to gain an insight into the importance of finance within a company. Rotated around the financial services department within Nestlé to gain an insight into the importance of finance within a company.
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Great North Air Ambulance Service
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Fundraiser
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Jul 2015 - Sep 2015
In 2015, I raised over £2,300 by cycling the length of England in 6 weeks in aid of The Great North Air Ambulance in memory of my best friend. A part of the fundraising included completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks in under 12 hours. Interviewed by ITV, the Mirror, the Press and various other news companies. In 2015, I raised over £2,300 by cycling the length of England in 6 weeks in aid of The Great North Air Ambulance in memory of my best friend. A part of the fundraising included completing the Yorkshire Three Peaks in under 12 hours. Interviewed by ITV, the Mirror, the Press and various other news companies.
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Education
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University of Cambridge
Master's degree, Part III Applied Mathematics -
University of Leeds
Bachelor of Science - BSc, Mathematics -
Easingwold Sixth Form
Mathematics, Further Mathematics, English Literature, Theatre Studies, Financial Studies, A, A, B, B, Diploma -
Easingwold School
High School, GCSE's