Leon Paratz

Leon Paratz has a diverse work experience in various roles and organizations. In 2023, they worked as an Electorate Officer in the Office of Sen. James Paterson at the Parliament of Australia. Leon also interned at the Office of Keith Wolahan M.P. In the same year, they served as a Student Ambassador at the University of Melbourne and as a member of the Clubs & Societies Committee at UMSU - University of Melbourne Student Union.

In 2022, Leon was the Chief Operating Officer at Melbourne Space Program and worked as an Engineer in the Attitude Control and Determination Systems. Leon also served as the Vice President of the Melbourne University Physics Students' Society and held a position in the General Committee.

Throughout their work experience, Leon founded and served as the Vice President of the Society for Astronomy at Melbourne University (SAMU) and was part of the Australasian Union of Jewish Students as a MUJSS General Executive. Additionally, they were the President of the Media and Communications Students' Society - University of Melbourne.

In terms of their early experience, Leon worked as a Junior Product Manager and Customer Relations Manager at Elsight - BVLOS connectivity for drones/UAVs. Leon also participated in the Accenture Tech Bootcamp, where they designed an app to help people manage their energy usage.

Leon Paratz completed their education history as follows:

- From 2022 to 2025, they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Physics, at the University of Melbourne.

- From 2007 to 2021, they attended Bialik College and obtained a Victorian Certificate of Education.

Leon also holds a Marine Licence, issued by VicRoads. The specifics of when and where they obtained this certification are not provided.