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2014-12-04 15:05:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
ISSColumbus Operations Logistics Engineer mf The Mission The Columbus laboratory, launched in 2008, is ESAs biggest single contribution to the International Space Station ISS. The 4.5metre diameter cylindrical module is equipped with flexible research facilities that offer extensive science capabilities. During its projected lifespan, Earthbased researchers, together with the ISS crew, will conduct experiments in life sciences, materials science, fluid physics and a whole host of other disciplines, all in weightlessness. Under contract from ESA, the Columbus Control Centre ColCC, located at the German Aerospace Center DLR facility in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, works closely with the other ISS control centres including Houston and Moscow. ColCC is responsible for all Columbus systems and for European science activities on board the ISS. The Challenge We are looking for an experienced logistics engineer to directly support the Head of the Columbus and Payloads Engineering. Located at ESTEC in The Netherlands, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of inventory management, logistics documentation and database management, as well as ground processing support to the European logistics tasks for the International Space Station ISS. Specific responsibilities of the position include 1. Inventory Management Definition, procurement and acceptance of services, equipment, tools and facilities required for inventory management and warehousing Supervision of Industry contractors in performance of ground inventory and warehousing management Coordination of Onorbit stowage and Inventory management Coordination of and participation to physical hardware inspections at the various warehouses in collaboration with the Columbus Operations Project Controller Participation to the ESANASA stowage teleconferences Coordination of spares procurements into the logistics inventory management system. 2. Logistics Documentation and Database Management Responsibility of maintaining existing logistic databases Follow up of the development of an integratedcentral database Management of the installation and utilisation of logistics simulation models. 3. Ground Processing and Transportation Management Coordination at any launch site of the support and resupply of all ISS cargo and spares flown as part of the ESAs allocation Coordination of ESA Cargo Reviews for launching of ESA hardware on all vehicles ship shoot approach Support to Public Affairs Office PAO Public Relations PR hardware providers in getting the appropriate documentation for formal processing JF906907, Materials Certificate, etc. including provision of Sharp Edges Inspection Report for PAO PR items Coordination of transport tofrom all possible launch sites Definition and coordination of launch site procedures with NASA and other International Partners NASARKAJAXAfor processing European hardware at their sites Coordination of the provision of equipment, tools and facilities required at the launchintegration sites to support ground processing and transportation 4. Logistics Planning and Implementation Participation to the integrated logistics and maintenance planning and implementation of the overall logistics and maintenance support program for the ISS Integration of the required products in the logistics planning and implementation system for ISS Coordination of the Common Spare Pool CSP with NASA and review of the annually provided NASA report Interface and coordination with Industry, NASA and International Partners on logistics and maintenance activities Participation to the monthly MVCB Multilateral Vehicle Control Board Coordination and maintenance of the Integrated Maintenance Plan for all ESA ISS infrastructure element 5. Logistics Support to ISS Increment Operations Coordination of the generation and approval of all logistic products for each increment such as increment maintenance plan, manifest requests and onboard stowage and inventory Coordination with NASA and other International Partners on any imagery issues Coordination of ESA Digital Imagery Management System DIMS requests with NASA Coordination of imagery requirements with the Columbus Control Centre ColCC, the USOCs and HSOK, including Increment Definition and Requirements Document IDRD Annexes 3 5 PIRATE Report to NASA You will be expected to coordinate these activities with a team of engineers responsible for the sustaining engineering of the ESA ISS infrastructure, and the ISS cargo owners. This position is primarily located at ESTEC in The Netherlands, and requires frequent travel to Italy and Germany. Your Qualifications Applicants are expected to have a University degree in a suitable subject. Specific mandatory requirements for the position are Solid expertise in the field of logistics and inventory management Ability to work with various international and industrial actors Ability to coordinate various service providers within the ISS operations project Ability to work in a multicultural team but also independently and in a proactive manner Fluency in English, both in speech and writing In addition, the following skills are desirable Experience in database development and maintenance Experience with logistics simulation models Familiarity with the ISS programmatic environment Will to travel in Europe and eventually to the USA Ability to multitask efficiently Familiarity with the ESTEC environment Terma offers 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. Further 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?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId565joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date December, 6th 2014 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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