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Ground Segment System Architecture Engineer mf
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Ground Segment System Architecture Engineer mf Ref. No. 159398 Ground Segment System Architecture Engineer mf Ref. No. 159398 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, EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking an experienced software architect engineer to assist in the architectural and system engineering activities for operational and future space programmes ground segments, undertaken within the EUMETSAT System Engineering and Projects Division SEP. In doing this, you will support SEP activities in the following areas of work Modelling of ground segment subsystems, addressing functional, behavioural and interface aspects as correlated to the data schema Refactoring of the architectural design of existing systems within the context defined for the Reference Ground Segment creating the systems models Support the consolidation, evolution and maintenance of the Reference Architecture and its related artefacts Definition of requirements for the components of the GS reference architecture Support the assessment of impacts of changes required for operational systems as result of evolution of needs and maintenance activities Support the update and maintenance of the documentation of operational ground segments as follow up actions stemming from agreed evolution and changes of the systems For doing this, you will make use of ModelBased Systems Engineering MBSE approaches and tools to document the work done and describe the architecture of the system components. The MBSE tool available at EUMETSAT in support of functional analysis and decomposition of the system is CORE 9 from Vitech. You will be a member of a multidisciplinary system engineering team at EUMETSAT interacting with operational programmes and future programmes engineering teams. Responsibilities As a Ground Segment System Architecture Engineer you will perform system engineering activities such as Requirements engineering, which consists in requirements analysis and validation, requirements allocation, tracing, and requirements change control Functional analysis and architecture design applying system modelling engineering methods and techniques Ground Segment components specification Interface definition System analyses, performed for the purpose of resolving requirements conflicts, decomposing and allocating requirements, assessing system effectiveness Tradeoff studies for assessing effectiveness, risk, cost and planning for the implementation of changes requested by operations users and customers You will be expected to perform the following specific tasks Build models of subsystems of the Reference Architecture Ground Segment, capturing their requirements, describing the internal architecture and defining their external interfaces Support the generation, review and maintenance of the documentation of the Reference Architecture Subsystems addressing their architecture, functions, requirements and interfaces Support the management of the requirements of the Reference Architecture subsystem and Components, taking into account the evolution of the operational system and future systems, using DOORS Categorise and link relevant Subsystem and Component requirements to the model for traceability Refine the processes and working practices established for the application of the Model Based Systems Engineering and the use of Vitech CORE Analysis of Engineering Change Requests issued for evolution of the operational ground segments In the performance of these tasks, you will apply the EUMETSAT configuration and change control procedures as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. This is a fulltime position located at EUMETSATs premises in Darmstadt, Germany. The start date is Q1 in 2016. The work shall be predominantly carriedout at the EUMETSAT premises in Darmstadt, Germany. Travel within Europe, or even worldwide might be required. Qualifications Competencies You shall have a university degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline relevant to the job profile together with the experience and capability to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision. Knowledge and experience with the following is considered essential Extensive experience in the analysis of systems applications and modelling At least 5 years demonstrated experience in the field of data systems engineering and architectural design Space and Ground System engineering processes, and System and Software lifecycles and standards Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering methods, techniques and tools Experience in the use of modelling and design tools in support of architectural design activities e.g. Vitech CORE, Enterprise Architect Definition, management and traceability of requirements structure with the support of dedicated tools e.g. DOORS Fluency in English spoken and written, as English is the working language Desirable Skills Previous working experience in system engineering aspects of SystemGround Systems for Meteorological Earth Observation Satellites Experience in evolution management andor product line management of assets shared across organisational Familiarity with formal architecture frameworks e.g., MODAF, TOGAF, DODAF will be a valuable appreciated asset You shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan your work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple parallel tasks. You shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communications skills verbal and written are important. You shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. Due to the nature of the position, you must have good interpersonal skills and proactive attitude with strong ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment. 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 dependent 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?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId709joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date October 15th, 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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