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Earth Observation Data Ingestion and Retrieval Software Engineer Sentinel3 mf
2015-06-22 18:06:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Earth Observation Data Ingestion and Retrieval Software Engineer Sentinel3 mf Ref. No. 159129.1 Terma With a 35year track record, Terma is among the most experienced European providers of missioncritical products, software, and services for space missions. Terma excels in stateoftheart niche technology and robust operational systems for the space industry. Working in close collaboration with customers and leading industry bodies, we develop advanced, missionspecific solutions. More than 150 employees are operating in all phases of space program development. Termas unique systems, software, and products are depended upon all over the world by astronauts, spacecraft, and organizations for mission success. Our solutions include customized systems for space science, earth observation, navigation, and telecommunication programs. They are based at Terma premises in Denmark, Germany and The Netherlands as well as numerous customer sites around Europe. Job description Our customer, EUMETSAT, will be managing the routine mission operations of the Sentinel3 low Earth orbiting spacecraft for the European Copernicus programme. The first Sentinel3 spacecraft is scheduled for launch in September 2015. The aims of the Sentinel3 mission include measurement of seasurface topography, see and landsurface temperature, and ocean and landsurface colour in support of ocean forecasting and environmental monitoring. Responsibilities We are looking for a software engineer to support Earth Observation data ingestion and retrieval services for the Sentinel3 mission at EUMETSAT. You will support the operations of Copernicus related missions with respect to EUMETSAT s Data Centre Archive and the related ondemand data access services to users, required for example for calibration, training support or data visualisation purposes. In addition to this it is expected that you will contribute to the enhancement of the provided data services resulting from new user requirements, user feedback and continuous service improvement tasks. Main tasks to be performed are Performing the analysis and reporting of anomalies observed in the Data Centre Archive facility and in executing the operational tasks Acceptance testing and operational validation of new upgrades and enhancements prior to release Analysis and handling of related user enquiries and user requests received from the EUMETSAT Helpdesk Maintenance and updating of Data Centre documentation user guides, format guides, operational procedures, technical notes, etc Support to the configuration of the Archive, Retrieval and Data Access Infrastructure Support to the regular monitoring of the service performance Support to the Archive reporting Support to the development of the NetCDF product formats and the CF metadata standard Provision of conceptsprototypes to support service developments in the EUMETSAT This is a full time position, located at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, and starting in SeptemberOctober 2015, or earlier if possible. Working time is normal office hours. Qualifications Competencies Applicants shall have an university degree, in a relevant discipline or other suitable qualification. Essential skills are Operational experience, ideally gained in ground segment operations for a space mission Experience in testing and tools Good knowledge of standards, conventions and formats used for Earth Observation EO Satellite data Hands on experience with EO data formats such as NetCDF and ideally GRIB or BUFR At least 2 years experience in using the UNIX operating system At least 2 years programming experience in shell script andor Perl At least 2 years experience in using XML, XSL and associated Tools Users support experience fluency in English spoken and written, as English is the working language Desirable skills are Earth Observational Data visualisation tools Archiving and storage technologies Software development experience in the area of Java, JavaScript, GUis and Web technologies French would be an advantage You must be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and be able to work with the minimum of supervision. What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary. Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Davies by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link httpswww.epos.dkREKTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId662joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date July 09th, 2015 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events
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