Profile
James Geary
Curriculum Vitae
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Education:
Rathkeale NS, Crescent College Comprehensive, University of Limerick (B. Eng), University of Delft Netherlands (Masters)
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Qualifications:
B. Eng and Masters of Space System Engineering
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Work History:
10 years in propulsuion in Irish/ UK companies, 10 years at ESA
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Current Job:
Meteosat Third Generation Product Assurance Manager
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Employer:
European Space Agency
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Clear, calm and consistent
What's the best thing you've done in your career?
Launched GOCE spacecraft into polar orbit
What or who inspired you to follow your career?
Nobody, I took the path myself
What was your favourite subject at school?
Maths
What did you want to be after you left school?
Car mechanic
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Quite often
If you weren't doing this job, what would you choose instead?
Car mechanic
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Daft Punk
What's your favourite food?
florentine steak
What is the most fun thing you've done?
Pegasus roller coaster in Efteling with my sons.... also most terrifying!
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
1961 Jaguar E-Type, more time and time machine
Tell us a joke.
Q: If April showers bring Mayflowers, what do Mayflowers bring? ----> Pilgrims!
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