"Jetpack pilot" is a "profession of the past", she is 60 years old. "Jetpack Designer" .
“Instructor of a school course on the design of jetpacks” in is the profession of the present, we are doing it now.
What is the profession of the future? Tamper? Archeoprogrammer? False memory designer? Blade Runner?
An old friend of mine who crowdsourced a jetpack engine has now launched . I advised him to translate especially for Habr.
Will Your Next Job Be On Mars?
Take a look around. How many objects and phenomena from those that surround you did not exist when you were a child? Perhaps now your eyes will stop on a laptop, smartphone or Wi-Fi. Now imagine that all this simply does not exist. What would life be like then? Mentally returning to childhood, think, could you then imagine something that is now impossible to do without?
It is likely that a similar development is coming with respect to future employment on Mars: perhaps one day it will seem strange to us how we got by with just one job on Earth.
Technological progress continues to create the basis for more unique and exciting jobs, still limited, for the moment, to our planet. But it may not be that long to wait for change.
As the late Stephen Hawking said, “If the human race survives another million years, we will have to fearlessly go where no one has gone before.”
As Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, NASA and other scientists view the possibility of moving to other planets as a very foreseeable future, the interplanetary economy and the labor market may not be far off.
Elon Musk's SpaceX program calls for sending the first astronauts to Mars year. The 2020 budget approved by President Trump includes the planned manned mission to Mars to obtain samples from the Red Planet. Studying these samples of rock, soil and atmosphere will provide new information about the planet's geological structure and the presence of water on it, and possibly evidence of the existence of life on it, either now or in the past.
In fact, colonies on other planets may prove to be a critical condition for the survival of mankind. Amazon CEO and Founder Jeff Bezos that the expansion of our living space in the solar system "is not a matter of choice, but a necessity."
Environmental problems, limited natural resources, rapid population growth, and the potential for death from asteroids or other natural disasters may deprive our mother Earth of the opportunity to remain a haven for a growing humanity.
Although there is no unanimous agreement that Mars should be our next home, Musk believes that the only obstacle to turning the Red Planet into a workplace is, in fact, "the basic task of building a base."
Once this infrastructure base that Musk is talking about is in place, we Earthlings will be able to apply for job vacancies on Mars, just as it is now happening on our planet. However, before you pack your bags, there are a few things you might want to know more about.
Why Mars?
Despite the fact that, in general, the planets of the solar system are subject to sharp temperature changes and dangerous cosmic influences, Mars has some similarities with the Earth. It is also located in the so-called Habitable Zone (), where conditions are potentially suitable for life support.
Although the Martian air is too rarefied for breathing, and the surface of the planet is too cold for life outside, Mars - unlike other planets in the solar system - has its advantages: the day there lasts 24 hours, there are 4 seasons, canyons, volcanoes, polar ice caps, riverbeds, dried-up lakes, and even some liquid water.
Based on our current knowledge and understanding of the structure of the solar system, it can be argued that Mars is the best candidate for interplanetary migration.
What types of employment will be available on Mars?
As for the initial stage of the exploration of the Red Planet, there are few tasks facing us in the Universe that could compete with it in the opening opportunities for self-realization of the individual and the level of goals set. Thus, the degree of professional success can become a determining factor both for personal destinies and for the future of all mankind.
Paul Wooster, chief development engineer for the SpaceX Mars project, explains that the first activities on Mars will include "many aspects similar to earth construction, limited-scale mining (including exploration), and small-scale manufacturing, along with such ancillary activities such as cooking and cleaning.
Wooster suggests that the initial labor demand for Mars will be more for machine maintenance jobs than direct manual labor: "in the early stages, activities where you don't get your hands dirty in any way with dirty physical work will most likely be carried out directly from Earth."
As the infrastructure base develops, the range of possible vacancies in such sectors as medicine, agriculture, education and the service sector will expand. At first, the most popular will be . At the same time, as interest in Mars grows and the desire to learn more about it, the promotion of relevant films, television programs and reality shows to the terrestrial market will serve to ensure that the Red Planet will attract more and more diverse talents.
Another aspect of the work and an additional incentive for gifted people will be the opportunity to implement the most daring innovations.
“The first Martian colony would be able to receive high incomes by becoming an innovative colony. Without being distracted by earthly affairs, but facing challenges that need to be solved on Mars, the colony could become a kind of “pressure cooker” for innovation, since its inhabitants would not be hindered by earthly bureaucracy,
says the doctor , founder of the Mars Society () and the author of a new book .
If you can't wait for the official colonization of Mars to finally begin, you can apply to participate in NASA's Astronaut Program. However, we recommend having a fallback; already filed in 2017 the number of applications is 18.300, although the number of vacancies is only 8 to 14.
How to apply for an interplanetary job?
To all those who are interested in interplanetary employment, we advise you to refer to the websites of such organizations as , и . You may also find specialized sites such as и . NASA even released promotional posters for jobs on Mars for surveyors, farmers, teachers, and mechanics.
While most of the skills needed for space work are currently based on Earth, space exploration companies need people from all walks of life. The above organizations and Internet resources demonstrate the prospects for engineering, design, software development, manufacturing, human resources, finance, IT, law, marketing, commerce and many other activities that exist on our planet. Whatever your professional interests, if you also have a passion for space exploration, you will find a use for yourself.
How will I get to my new job?
To make Mars a viable site for a new economy, affordable, safe, reliable and regular transportation must be made available to the general public. A reusable rocket (like the one proposed by Musk) will be absolutely necessary to create a transport service in space, similar to airlines. The first passenger could potentially take on board up to 100 people (or more) and 450 tons of cargo.
All solutions aimed at creating mass space transport will require close cooperation and private companies and government organizations such as NASA. A strong space transportation industry will also serve to create more interplanetary jobs, just as air travel does on Earth. Richard Branson's space tourism company Virgin Galactic has already attracted hundreds who have invested in future space travel. However, it should be noted that in this new high-tech sector and would have done well in flight with your service and serving snacks.
Is it safe to live and work on Mars?
If, in order to make Mars more habitable, attempts are made to change its natural environment and apply terraforming (or other transformation), then there is no guarantee of a favorable outcome. An increase in the temperature of the planet can bring back to life the existing or existing now , with unpredictable consequences. Weaker gravity can weaken our bones and muscles, and increased radiation can increase our risk of cancer. Anyway, is an extremely serious problem, and death is a very possible outcome for the first settlers. On top of that, initial isolation from social circles or prolonged and drastic changes in social conditions, lifestyle, and diet (along with sleep disturbances due to longer daylight hours) can pose a risk to mental and emotional health. This, in turn, can harm the physical condition and shorten life expectancy.
How will I communicate with those who remain on Earth?
Sooner or later, holoportation () will allow you to virtually put people in the same room in near real time, even if they are on different planets. This will make communication with family, friends and colleagues on Earth seamless and natural. As image sharing and personal bot technology advances, your own physical location is no longer as important. Bots using , can even create in you the sensation of the physical touch of another person living on another planet. Remote work technologies will allow you to live on Mars and work on Earth. People are already working. on Mars while still on Earth.
Will Earth holidays be available?
At first, returning to Earth for the holiday will be impossible due to the high cost and technical limitations of the flight. However, given the fact that the pace of technological progress every 12-18 months, there will come times when a return ticket to Earth will become quite affordable. Until then and other technologies will be able to provide virtual "visits" that are quite comparable in sensations with real returns to Earth.
If you decide to make your flight in two stages and first live for some time on the moon (as do Bezos), your chances of spending holidays on Earth are very real.
Where will I live, eat and shop?
Held under the auspices of NASA Design showcased high-tech Martian homes made from ice, inflatable materials and recycled spacecraft. Over the next 100 years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) hopes to resettle 600.000 people on Mars. To prepare this new Martian colony, the UAE plans to create its own on Earth. with domed houses. Their plan also includes building a museum (featuring 3D-printed local sand walls) where all those who hope to settle on Mars in the future can learn more about the history of space travel.
Initially, all spaces for living, eating and shopping will be located inside buildings to protect people from outside air that is unsuitable for breathing, as well as low temperatures. If the planet accepts our efforts to make it habitable, future communities of colonists will be able to emulate earthly life and get into the habit of snacking at McDonald's. But considering the likely cost of farming on Mars or laboratory meat production, get ready for the fact that your Big Mac will be significantly more expensive than usual. Probably the first thing to be grown on Mars will be , - so the salad will probably be quite affordable for you. As for shopping, Amazon looks like it will stay at your disposal there too: Bezos is already planning his to the moon.
Can I be fired from my job on Mars?
The very fact of layoffs on the Red Planet will be something out of the ordinary until return flights become possible, or until alternative jobs are created. Employment decisions will have to be made in an extremely balanced and informed manner; reserve vacancies should be provided for the productive and most reasonable use of the potential of those employees who cease to perform their professional duties, or for those cases when there is no need for this type of work. Therefore, it is necessary to take into account cases of disability or retirement.
In order to guarantee a high standard of living for all citizens of Mars, programs must be in place to provide housing and care for those who are no longer able to do so on their own; a single standard of health care and a single basic income will be able to guarantee и for everyone, regardless of specific personal circumstances. However, as noted above, the dynamics of the socio-economic situation on the Red Planet may change as the space transport industry develops.
Will I become "their" on Mars?
Of exceptional importance is the strategy of considering diversity and close attention to the gender, ethnic, religious and worldview characteristics of those who go to Mars. The colonization of other planets will give people a unique opportunity to correct the mistakes of the earth's history and bring humanity to the desired balance. If diversity is taken into account thoughtfully, all members of the community will initially feel like “their own”.
Life on Mars will be a unique challenge in many ways. So, for example: how will corporate or state funding of the colony affect the rights and freedoms of citizens? Will employees be completely dependent on their companies, relying entirely on their goodwill for housing, food, medical care and other needs?
If private financing from Earth companies remains a key factor in the development of Mars, will political decisions on this planet be driven by detrimental considerations of short-term gain or long-term socially responsible attitudes?
How do people on Mars adapt to their new environment? Experiencing weaker gravity, negligible oxygen levels, and increased radiation, humans are likely to evolve into a new species over time. Astronaut taller by two inches after just one year in orbit.
How do children born on Mars adjust to their new home? Will they develop qualities that are biologically incompatible with life on Earth and create the basis for a new Martian subspecies of people? What will be the legal basis for the citizenship of indigenous "Martians"?
Will those who finance the migration to Mars try to impose a single universal passport or pre-approval procedure for unauthorized interplanetary flights?
When a homogeneous Martian population gradually forms, will earthlings be welcome there?
Will an independent economy of Mars emerge, or will the Earth financially strengthen and position itself as the sole economic center of the solar system? If Mars does become economically independent (or almost independent) of the import-export market, will it acquire sovereignty from Earth? Will such sovereignty lead to a political struggle for power, to an ideological confrontation, and, ultimately, to the scenario of events described by G. Wells in his "War of the Worlds"?
Education and understanding of information will be key as humans seek to populate other planets in the solar system, and possibly beyond. Institutes such as the National Space Society () - a non-profit organization that has been a leader in space civilization since 1974 - is a good source for research, publication of articles and general information on how earthlings can use "the gigantic resources of space for the radical improvement of humanity." Founded in 1998, the Mars Society () is another useful information resource related specifically to the settlement of the Red Planet.
Whatever solutions are put forward for universal interplanetary peace and common humanitarian principles, the creation of jobs on Mars will be the starting point for the emergence of a new, exciting and unpredictable, “front line” for humanity. There, on Mars, humans will discover unique ways to think about cooperation for our cosmos, and perhaps in doing so, prolong the history of the entire human race.
Once again mentally return to childhood and then reflect on the gadget on which you are currently reading this article. Now, turn your eyes to the Cosmos. Well, are you ready?
PS
“In Stavropol, a fifteen-year-old boy who sat down next to me after reflecting on “Course to Mars” began to ask about what exactly I was doing and for how long. I started telling him about our work in South Africa and Tanzania, Brazil and Vietnam, Armenia and Tunisia, and endless travels in Russia. The guy's eyes widened and at some point he said: "This is a dream job - to travel everywhere and work."
“You see,” I replied, “You found out that it was possible at fifteen, and I at 35. So you have a chance to build your career from the very beginning in the way that seems most interesting to you.”
The atlas of new professions is, in fact, about this.
— , Project Manager "«
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