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EO Copernicus Space Segment Engineering Coordinator
2015-06-12 11:18:42| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support to ESA in the domain of Earth Observation. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview The postholder will report to the Head of the Copernicus Space Segment Office and will work in close liaison with the Sentinel project teams and the CSC Space Segment Project Control Section. The Space Segment Office acts as a single point of contact between the CSC Space Segment ESTEC and the Copernicus Space Office ESRIN for all matters related to the implementation and progress of the EUESA Copernicus Agreement. The postholder will be responsible to support the coordination of all activities within the remit of the Copernicus Space Segment Programme and in coordination with and via the GMES Space Office EOPE related to the interface with the European Commission. In particular the postholder will be responsible for Monitoring the implementation and progress of the Sentinel projects, as compared and defined in the annual work programme Supporting the coordination of all technical, schedule and risk reporting, related to the development and procurement of the Sentinel satellites and instruments, towards the European Commission in relation to the obligations in the EUESA Copernicus Agreement and ESA member states, in liaison with the Sentinels project teams and the Copernicus project control section Developing and maintaining the reporting procedure for the Copernicus Space Segment, comprising the development and procurement programme of the Sentinel satellites and instruments Maintaining relevant databases, supporting development of specific tools and infrastructure, as necessary Maintaining the top level schedule of the Copernicus space segment programme in close liaison with the Sentinel projects Supporting the establishment of the annual work programme, the multiannual implementation plan and procurement plans, as well their updates Supporting the organization of reviews in conjunction with procurements e.g. tender evaluation review as well as programme and project reviews e.g. Qualification and Acceptance Review, Flight Acceptance Review, as necessary Supporting internal and external Copernicus space segment meetings and audits, as necessary. Assist the Head of the CSC Space Segment Office in the cooperation with the ESA Security Office and relevant bodies for Space Segment Security, as necessary. Specific qualification requirements University degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification A minimum of 4 years relevant professional experience post Degree Proficient in the English language Spoken and Written Good communication and technical writing skills Ability to work in a team and independently Problemsolving oriented attitude Knowledge of EU policiesinstitutions andor managerial experience gained within the public sector would be advantageous. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration. Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Provide by 30 June 2015 a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Recruitment Form to Mr. Alex Jeanes, at email alexjeanesaurora.nl quoting reference EOP47. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their detailed technical proposal and candidates to ESA by midday 8 July 2015.
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