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Instrument Data Processing Engineer Sentinel3 mf
2015-07-20 17:04:51| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Instrument Data Processing Engineer Sentinel3 mf Ref. No. 159234 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 Our customer, EUMESAT, 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 October 2015. We are looking for an Instrument Data Processing Engineer to provide consultancy support to Copernicus Sentinel3 operations as part of the Data Processing Operations Team of the RSO Division at EUMETSAT. Responsibilities The Instrument Data Processing Engineer IDPE will perform tasks mainly related to instrument data processing in support of Copernicus Sentinel3 Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS, during the routine spacecraft operations phase. The IDPE will start before launch of Sentinel3, and support the commissioning and early operations, as well as the configuration and tuning of the PDGS. The tasks primarily cover the support to the operation of the various data processing components including Data ingestion, processing and product distribution Data and Product analysis Testing and implementation of new products Settingup and implementation of operational procedures and documentation Anomaly investigation First line maintenance Coordination with external organisations and service providers Attendance at technical meetings Participation in formal reviews This is a fulltime position in Darmstadt, Germany with a planned starting date in mid of October 2015 and may include standby and callout support outside normal working hours. Qualifications Competencies Applicants shall have an university degree, in information technology, computer science or similar discipline or other suitable qualification together with at least 3 years experience in operations of realtime satellite instrument data processing systems. Essential skills are Demonstrated experience in Instrument data processing of Level0 data and generation distribution of meteorological andor environmental products Demonstrated experience in Near real time data driven automated systems in large computer networks Significant experience of validating complex remote sensing data processing systems Demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems fluency in English spoken and written, as English is the working language Desirable skills are Imaging and sounding instrumentation for remote sensing spacecraft Development and maintenance of operational procedures and configuration data Programming Languages e.g. C, C and IDL Scripting Languages and Data Bases e.g. Perl, Python, shell, Oracle Spacecraft andor ground segment operations Communication protocols TCPIIP, MBSS Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems CCSDS formats Knowledge andor experience of geophysical remote sensing data processing, e.g. Image Navigation and Registration INR, radiometric correction, calibration algorithms and retrieval of geophysical parameters Knowledge of French You must be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, demonstrating analytical approach and attention to detail. You shall be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and must 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?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId682joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date September 01st, 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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