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Software Engineer atmospheric physics mf
2013-09-17 16:35:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About Terma With a 35year track record, Terma is among the most experienced European providers of missioncritical products, software, and services for space missions. Terma excels in stateoftheart niche technology and robust operational systems for the space industry. Working in close collaboration with customers and leading industry bodies, we develop advanced, missionspecific solutions. More than 150 employees are operating in all phases of space program development, Termas unique systems, software, and products are depended upon all over the world by astronauts, spacecraft, and organizations for mission success. Our solutions include customized systems for space science, earth observation, navigation, and telecommunication programs. They are based at Terma premises in Denmark, Germany and The Netherlands as well as numerous customer sites around Europe. The Mission The successful candidate will provide scientific consultancy for the ultraviolet, visible, near infrared, shortwave infrared sounding mission UVNS as well as supporting preparatory activities for the future UVNS mission on the EUMETSAT polar system, second generation. The Challenge We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer atmospheric physics to be located at the customer site, in Darmstadt, Germany. The Software Engineer atmospheric physics tasksresponsibilities will include Development of algorithms for calibration of UVNS level 0 data Analyse the constraints imposed by implementation of the products within an operational processing system Development of prototype software code to test and validate algorithms Development of an instrument performance model Generation of test data required for the verification of the algorithm and products Generation of associated documentation including test data descriptions, Product Generation Specification PGS, technical reports etc. Collaboration with expert groups and the wider scientific community Provision of support to algorithm, and potentially prototype software development activities, for future level 2 product development for the UVNS instrument. In addition the key person will provide support to Assessment of results from scientific studies Refinement of mission requirements in response to expert advice and results of scientific studies Scientific assessments related to requirements refinements Interaction with expert teams and the conduct of expert team meetings Participation in reviews. This is a full time position located on site at the premises of our customer in Darmstadt. The work is scheduled to commence on 1st Jan 2014. Your Qualifications Applicants shall have an university degree, preferably in meteorology, atmospheric physics, aerospace, remote sensing or other suitable qualification together with some professional experience in spacecraft andor operational applications. Essential skills are 3 years experience in remote sensing Experience in atmospheric remote sensing in the optical spectrum ultraviolet to infrared Experience with instrument calibration and characterization Familiarity with Earth observation systems in operational meteorology, atmospheric composition and climate monitoring both remote sensing and in situ systems Familiarity with radiative transfer Handling and processing of remote sensing data Very good skills in a higher programming language e.g. Fortran, C English Fluency spoken and written, both in formal and informal situations. Note that English is the working language. Desirable skills are Quality control of satellite data and products Operational product processing environments Software build environments and tools e.g. make, imake, eclipse, insure Source code control system, e.g. Subversion or CVS Previous experience in a similar consultancy role, i.e., as resident consultant operating onsite within a customer organisation Some exposure to the EUMETSAT organisation Possession of documentationpermits for working and living in Germany Previous exposure to Germany, or else previous experience living outside your home country for nonGerman applicants or else extensive experience working with international partners. The position requires a great deal of independence and selfmotivation. The candidate should be able to work with little supervision, but also be able to contribute to the team effort. 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. Frank Mayer by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application reaches us and is expeditiously processed, kindly apply through httpwww.epos.dkRekTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId404joblistId1 including A detailed Curriculum Vitae, presenting your professional and educational background. Demonstration of the relevance of your background in comparison with the specific qualification requirements and task description for this position. Your personal contact coordinates and suggestions for times when we may reach you for a one hour initial teleconference. Optionally, the contact coordinates of up to three relevant references. Closing date September 27th, 2013 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma is a hightech, internationally recognized supplier of advanced and customized systems, products, and services within defense systems, surveillance, radar systems, and space.
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