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Copernicus Climate Data Inventory Engineer
2015-08-12 16:04:10| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a Copernicus Climate Data Inventory Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The tasks of the Key Person will typically include Quality control and achievement of scientific and technical consistency of the full existing CEOSCGMS ECV Inventory interacting with data providers worldwide. This includes the development of a regular update mechanism for the inventory content incorporating inputs from the data providers Definition, design and validation of a gap analysis process aimed at the identification of gaps and missed opportunities for the creation of ECV Climate Data Records from existing and planned missions Assessment of the ECV Inventory readiness for a gap analysis process, e.g., by analysing how incomplete information may impact a gap analysis as described above Coordination of inventory and gap analysis activities with the ESA Climate Office Performing a gap analysis for specific priority areas considering ECV interrelationships and analyse results Gathering additional user and technical requirements from C3S for the ECV Inventory Design, development and implementation of ECV Inventory extensions, as needed Provision of support to the CEOSCGMS WG Climate in drafting an action plan based on the gap analysis results Compilation of technical notes and presentations to the CEOSCGMS WG Climate Attendance at meetings of the CEOSCGMS Joint Working Group Climate. Requirements The Key Person shall have a University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline with the experience and skills specified hereafter. Good understanding of satellite remote sensing related to climate including the framework of Essential Climate Variables Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to analyse and design complex processes Demonstrable experience in active participation in international projects Experience in designing, developing implementing, and maintaining databases using PostgreSQL, MySQL or others is an advantage. The Key Person shall have strong analytical and problem solving skills, supported by excellent written and oral communication. This should be coupled with good interpersonal skills, together with a collaborative approach, and a proven ability to apply these to the interactions within a team and between teams in international environment. The Key Person shall be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and must be able to work with the minimum of supervision. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the Key Person must be able to work effectively in this language. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp Position Copernicus Climate Data Inventory Engineer Reference G015196EUM Application closing date 23.09.2015 Start date November 2015 If you are not yet registered with Serco we advise you to register your details by adding your details and attaching your CV via httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope For additional information about EUMETSAT, please consult httpwww.eumetsat.int
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