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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Sentinel1 SAR Payload Operations mf
2014-02-24 15:44:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Spacecraft Operations Engineer Sentinel1 SAR Payload Operations mf The Mission Copernicus Sentinel1 is a space mission to provide European SAR imaging Earth observation services. The mission will operate two spacecraft, Sentinel1A and Sentinel1B. Sentinel1A is scheduled to be launched in the spring of 2014, with the second spacecraft being launched 2 years later. See www.esa.intOurActivitiesObservingtheEarthCopernicusSentinel1 for further information on the Sentinel1 mission. The Challenge We are looking for an experienced Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE to be part of the Flight Control Teams supporting the Sentinel1 mission operations, to be located at ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany. The primary areas of responsibility for this position are the CBand SAR instrument and the Optical Communications Payload OCP. The candidate may also be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional subsystems or systems within the scope of general spacecraft operations engineering services. Other areas of responsibility specific to Sentinel1 are Validation, test and operation of the Sentinel1 Mission Planning System The definition of the Mission Planning interface with PDGS Inorbit commissioning Responsible for the SAR and OCP subsystems NDIU PSS validation, test and operation LEOP support Responsible for Payloads, Power, Thermal and Deployables. The primary responsibility will be to support Sentinel1 operations, but with the possibility of supporting other missions within the Earth Observation Missions Division of ESOC. This is a full time position, located at ESOC premises in Darmstadt, Germany, starting as soon as possible. Your Qualifications This position requires a person with University or similar degree in engineering, physics or related subject with a good professional experience of several years in spacecraft andor operational applications. The candidate must have the ability to multitask efficiently working on multiple activities, multiple subsystems and if applicable multiple missions simultaneously. Specific requirements for the position are listed below Essential Good spacecraft knowledge on a subsystem level Experience in working in an operational environment Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems Fluent written and spoken English Well organised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel Familiarity with operational training Familiarity with operational simulators, ideally SimSat Familiarity with satellite control systems, ideally SCOS2000 Familiarity with operational payloads. Desirable Earth Observation Satellite experience Experience in operational training Familiarity with the ESOC working environment and Quality Management System QMS Knowledge of satellite or ground operations, or nonspace operational environments Experience with prelaunch activities and launch campaigns of satellites Mission Planning expertise Power Thermal expertise. 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. In order to get up to speed quickly, the candidate will be expected to gain a rapid familiarisation with the spacecraft, as well as the ground systems at ESOC. 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. 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?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId454joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date March 11th, 2014 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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