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Written By Madeleine Johnson

Why Earn the CSE Certification?

Professionals who earn the CSE certification demonstrate a high standard of proficiency and are equipped to support advanced satellite communications infrastructure, ensuring resilient and secure network operations across military, commercial, and government sectors.

Certified individuals may use the CSE designation after their name to reflect their achievement.

Authorized Training and Study Guidelines

While not required, candidates are encouraged to take exam preparation courses offered by third-party training providers that align with Aerospace Technical CSE certification standards. These courses cover the topics included in the exam and help candidates prepare for certification.

Aerospace Technical Recommended Reading & Study Materials:

  • “Satellite Communications” – Dennis Roddy, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2024. (Purchase)

  • “Satellite Communications Systems Engineering: Atmospheric Effects, Satellite Link Design and System Performance” – Louis J. Ippolito Jr., 2nd Edition, Wiley, 2017. (Purchase)

  • “Introduction to Satellite Communication” – Bruce Elbert, 3rd Edition, Artech House, 2008. (Purchase)

Maintaining Certification

The CSE certification is valid for 3 years. To maintain certification, individuals must:

  • Pass a reduced-fee renewal exam, or

  • Provide proof of meaningful work demonstrating ongoing application of certification standards and pay the reduced fee.

Details and reminders are automatically sent to credential holders for their convenience.

Madeleine Johnson https://aerospacetechnical.org
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