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Optical Communications and Satcom Engineer
2019-03-28 19:31:02| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Summary An opportunity for an experienced engineer to work onsite at ESTEC for Telespazio VEGA UK in the Institutional and European Programme Office in the DTIA Directorate supporting activities in optical communications and secure satcom. Objective In support and reporting to the ScyLight Programme Manager the postholder will coordinate the activities required for settingup future Institutional and European telecommunications Programmes Initiatives Activities in the area optical communications IntraSatellite, Satellite connections between Satellites, Ground, or Airborne and applicationsservices as well as in the area of secure satcom for safety and security, research programs H2020, Horizon Europe, partnership programmes. The activities notably include the support of preparatory activities, actions and implementation in cooperation and cooperation with the relevant stakeholders Industry, National Agencies, EU Institutions. Responsibilities Duties Duties will include but are not limited to Supporting the Project preparation and implementation and managing industrial activities Provide support to the ScyLight Programme ManagerSystem EngineerTechnical Leads in coordinating ESA internal studies and preparing the associated documentation. Support the ESA ScyLight Programme ManagerSystem EngineerTechnical Leads in monitoring activities related to the industrial activities, especially monitoring the coherent and costeffective implementation of requirements from system level down to the lower subsystem level. Participation in Agency Reviews, notably supporting the ScyLight Programme ManagerSystem EngineerTechnical Leads in organizing the Phase AB System Requirements Review and Preliminary Design Review as well as lower level technical reviews in the relevant field of interest. Supporting the definition of technology activities or additional technical studies in preparation of the next Phase of the Programme in the appropriate areas of competence. Assessment of new concepts and techniques to be applied to next generation telecommunication systems for both space and ground segment. Assessment of new concepts and techniques to be applied to next generation mobile communication systems for both space and ground segment. Assessment of new concepts and techniques to be applied to next generation mobile communication systems for both space and ground segment. Preparation of inputs to status reports. Regular reporting of progress to the ESA System Engineer and the ScyLight Programme Manager. In the execution of the tasks, the Telecommunication Systems Engineer will liaise closely and proactively with the rest of the Programme team as well as with other colleagues within the Telecommunications Technologies, Products and Services Department. In particular as support to the ScyLight Programme Manager the tasks will include Support to preparatory activities in the course of defining and setting up new programme elements and the related programmatic frameworks Support in the creation of information packages to Decision Makers and industrial partners. Support in the creation of internal or external decision documents e.g. proposals to the ESA programme boards throughout the relevant project lifetime. Identification and characterisation of new services and applications. Support to other projects or Directorates of ESA for the definition and operational assessment of applications and services. Support to standardisation activities in specific areas. Monitoring of and reporting about activities in other ARTES Elements or other relevant programmes including EC programmes Initiation, preparation and running promotion activities, like workshops with Industry, other agencies or National Delegation as well as media related activities e.g. webarticles Initiation of andor participation in international working groups Qualifications Experience Minimum of MSc in Telecommunications or relevant field of study. At least 4 years relevant industrial experience. Proven capabilities in preparation of programmatic frameworks requiring system and strategic thinking. Experience Optical Technologies Space andor terrestrial. Relevant experience in requirements analysis, design, implementation and operations, and associated management experience. Sound knowledge of the overall space market. Essential Skills Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule Experience in an international team is required. Fluency in English is required, including the ability to draft technical reports. Good communication skills, problem solving skills and be able to manage relationships, work in a team and be selfmotivating and disciplined. Candidate should also possess very good interpersonal skills, be wellorganised, proactive, selfmotivated and able to work effectively in a matrix structure. Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is Monday 22nd April 2019 Location of the position is ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands Benefits Competitive Package Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. To apply Please send your CV and covering letter to careerstelespazio.com By sending your CV to careerstelespazio.com you give your consent for Telespazio VEGA to hold and process your personal information for the purpose of the application.
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