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2015-10-23 14:06:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Galileo Space Operations System Engineer mf Ref. No. 159625.1 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Job description For our customer, ESAESTEC, we are seeking an experienced Space Operations System Engineer to work within the Galileo Project Office at ESTEC, Nordwijk, The Netherlands. Galileo is Europes global navigation satellite system, which will provide a highly accurate global positioning service under civilian control. The Galileo system is currently being brought into operation, with the constellation of orbiting satellites becoming established. The ESA Galileo Project Office oversees the overall programme and ensures that the various elements of the Galileo system are in place ready to support Galileo services. In this position you will be assigned to the System and Flight Operations Unit of the Galileo Operations Procurement Service Division and will report to the Head of System and Flight Operations Section. Responsibilities As a Galileo Space Operations System Engineer your tasks will include the following Support the evaluation and execution of all operations activities executed by the Galileo Operations Contractor, ensuring the preparation and execution of operations and plans Participate to the spacecraft anomaly review boards, supporting the evaluation of any recovery action required Support the interfacing to the Galileo Space Segment for the deployment of new OBSW versions and the procurement of new spacecraft batches Define the System Level Operational concepts for the Galileo Second Generation for the infrastructure and associated External Interfaces with External Entities for the different project phases and related system builds Collaborate in coordinating the interaction between the operations team and the G2G system design team ensuring the coherency of the system design with the Galileo Second Generation Operations Concepts Define the operation requirements applicable to the design, development and validation of the system operations for the Galileo Second Generation, ensuring coherency with the deployment of new System Builds Interface with ESA specialists regarding technical matters, including spacecraft and segment design and operations documentation Maintain and upgrade all the G2G Operations project documentation, including MOCD, OSRD and Operational documents Participate on Galileo G2G related reviews panels, evaluations boards as required This is a full time located at ESTEC, the Netherlands, with frequent travelling to other Galileo locations to follow other test campaigns, infrastructure deployment, project reviews or progress meetings. The requested start of work is December 2015. Qualifications Competencies Applicants shall have an university degree, in a relevant discipline or other suitable qualification. Experience Significant experience in position for operations engineering, operations preparation and execution Familiar with Spacecraft and Ground Segment subsystem knowledge Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Able to carry on activities and interact in a complex teamwork environment Able to work independently Experience with management tasks Familiarity with the ESTEC environment Some experience dealing with external interfaces The ability to multitask efficiently working on multiple activities Significant experience in position for operations engineering, operations preparation and execution, with some experience in management tasks A proven experience in in a commercialindustrial environment is required Experience related to developments in the Galileo project GIOVE, IOV, FOC will be considered an asset Other skills In view of the complex interaction with numerous entities, candidates should have good communication skills and the capability to work in a complex environment with complex task. Good practical and analytical skills are also required. 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?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId738joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date November 04th, 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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