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Network support during EPSSG ground segment development1413020
2014-03-10 11:36:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Solenix is specialized in the provision of highquality software engineering, technical consulting and operations services in the aerospace domain. This vacancy note concerns an onsite consulting position at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany. Network support during EPSSG ground segment development 1413020 Job Description Carrying out activities covering the networking aspects in the ground segments associated with EPSSG will include performing the following tasks, which will initially focus on the needs of the EPSSG Preparatory Programme but nominally cover the entire development lifecycle Specification of an EPSSG ground segment network concept incl. purposescope definition, high level network system architecture and design, highlevel network testing and rollout strategy. Specification of EPSSG ground segment network requirements. Requirements identification, analysis, validation and maintenance e.g. extraction of required data flows and specification of their characteristics. Assist to the definition of EPSSG ground segment network interfaces. From the EPSSG ground segment network requirements, specification of derived requirements for the evolution and upgrade of operations network infrastructure and services. Establishing the overall EPSSG ground segment network solution, incl. specification of the network integration, verification and testing approach. Identification of areas of risk and contribution to related tradeoff studies or prototyping activities. Participate in and provide support the EPSSG ground segment reviews, e.g. Requirements Review and Preliminary Design Review. Participate in evaluation and comparison of offers for network services and systems, contribute to supplier negotiations. Contribute to procurement of the overall EPSSG ground segment in areas related to networking, e.g. requirements specifications and statements of work. Participate in EPSSG meetings at system, ground segment and facility level. In carrying out the above tasks, the Contractor shall assume the following roles and responsibilities Act as the prime person within the Comms team dealing with networking aspects for the EPSSG programme. Work within a matrix structure, reporting to the appointed representatives of the EPS SG programme, as well as to the Comms team leader. Support interfacing and liaising with third parties, e.g. visavis service providers and suppliers, for matters related to the services andor products they supply. Required Skills and Experience University degree or equivalent. Fluency in English. At least 5 years of proven knowledge and handson experience in the following mandatory skills area Preparation of network system requirements and design specifications. Understanding of the use cases and needs on networking imposed by satellite ground segment environments, experience of translating these to requirements on network infrastructure, functions and systems. Working in and applying the above skills in highavailability, alwayson production environments, driven by high availability requirements. Interacting with suppliers of network products and services. Supporting procurements of network services. To work with a high degree of autonomy, taking ownership of problems, and applying good analytical skills down to the root cause level. To work in teams, willing to share experience and provide cross support to other team members. To communicateinteract adequately with a variety of people at different levels customers, suppliers, peers, leaders in a multinational environment. To understand and anticipate customers needs with flexibility to adapt approach and solutions to meet customer requirements. To conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, working calmly and correctly under pressure. Desirable Skills and Experience Holding a current Cisco certification or is able to substantiate equivalent experience. Demonstrated capability of technical authoring of network system requirements specification, including document structuringorganisation, and of creating and working with technical network diagrams Visio. Ability to present verbally and in writing complex network solutions and systems in a comprehensible way, with the specific ability to explain relevant details while keeping the focus on the overall system aspects. Ability to translate IT jargon into customer business terms. Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 10 April 2014 Start of Work 01 May 2014 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page Notes to Applicants on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in Germany. Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process. Job Application Please send your applications electronically to careersolenix.ch before the application deadline 10 April 2014 Learn more about us in Facebook
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