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Written By Madeleine Johnson

Why Earn the CST Certification?

Professionals who earn the CST certification demonstrate a high standard of proficiency and are equipped to support SATCOM network operations, ensuring reliable connectivity for mission-critical applications in defense, aerospace, and commercial telecommunications.

Certified individuals may use the CST 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 CST 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 Systems: Systems, Techniques and Technology" – Gérard Maral, Michel Bousquet, Zhili Sun, 6th Edition, John Wiley, 2019​. (Purchase)

  • "Satellite Communications" – Timothy Pratt, Charles W. Bostian, Jeremy E. Allnutt, 2nd Edition, Wiley, 2003​. (Purchase)

  • "Handbook of Satellite Applications, Volume 2" – Joseph N. Pelton, Scott Madry, Sergio Camacho-Lara, 2nd Edition, Springer Reference, 2017​. (Purchase)

Maintaining Certification

The CST 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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