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Software and Data Systems Department Manager mf
2015-04-09 16:06:29| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services performs and supports system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the aerospace industry. We are involved in international manned unmanned spacecraft programmes, earth observation, science, exploration, communications and related technology development. We require staff, wishing to join our team in Zaventem Brussels to work in a dynamic international environment for the following position Software and Data Systems Department Manager mf SDSDM201504 Tasks and Responsibilities The Software and Data Systems Department with a staff close to 20 engineers comprises the Control and Data Centres Team, the Earth Observation Systems Team and the Knowledge Management Team, each managed by a Team Lead. This Department specifies, designs, develops and delivers software intensive systems and solutions to our customers and researches and develops enabling technology. In addition, the Department is responsible for the activities for the continued development, maintenance and support of the Company IT infrastructure. The Software and Data Systems Department Manager operates alongside the other Department Managers in the Company, all of whom are under the overall direction of the Managing Directors. The Department Manager has the overall responsibility for the Departments success by agreeing, implementing and monitoring Department objectives and targets whilst ensuring Company policies and procedures are adhered to. The Department Managerwill spend part of hisher time managing and organising the Department and part of hisher time assisting in the development of Department business. The role involves the operational management and mentoring of the Team Leads of the Department. Qualifications and Experience A university or higher level degree in a relevant engineering or scientific domain, such as software engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, etc. At least 8 years experience in a technologicalengineeringscientific discipline preferably in developing space applications. Experience with team management. Experience with international project management. Experience with the complete lifecycle of software development. Experience with traditional and agile methods of software development. Experience with ECSSE40 software engineering standards. Experience of the following would be an advantage o Application of additional ECSS and ISO standards. o Working on software development for the European Space Agency ESA or other international organisations applying rigorous software development standards and practices. o Research and Development within the European Commissions FP7 or Horizon 2020 programme. Ability to work in structured and unstructured situations. Attention to detail, yet capable at seeing the bigger picture. Fluent spoken and written English. Able and willing to travel abroad for business from time to time, sometimes at short notice. Conditions Please apply by filling in the online application form and uploading your CV and Motivation Letter both in English on the Careers section of our website www.spaceapplications.com. For additional information, please contact Mrs. Sara Vlaeyens at Space Applications Services jobsspaceapplications.com Leuvensesteenweg 325, 1932 Zaventem Tel 32 02 721.54.84
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