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Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer
2017-07-21 20:11:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer in the Copernicus Sentinel3 Project Division, Earth Observation Projects Department, Earth Observation Programmes Directorate Duties Copernicus Sentinel3 is an element within the Agencys Copernicus Space Component CSC Programme. The Sentinel3 project comprises the procurement of 4 nearly identical spacecraft ABC and D models. The Sentinel3A model was launched in February 2016, the B model is set for launch end 2017early 2018, while the procurement of the CD models started early 2016 and will continue until the beginning of the new decade. The holder of this post will be responsible for all Topography Mission aspects, also including the performance of the Topography Payload, which encompasses a SAR Radar Altimeter SRAL, a Microwave Radiometer MWR, a GNSS Receiver and Doris navigation equipment. The main tasks consist in Supporting the assessment and resolution of possible inflight anomalies observed on Sentinel3A and later on Sentinel3B, during their respective routine operations Phase PhaseE2 Leading the preparation of the Sentinel3B commissioning activities related to the Topography Payload establishing the associated SIOV and CalVal plans and coordinating the test and rehearsal activities of the commissioning tasks with the support of relevant experts After the launch of Sentinel3B, leading the inorbit commissioning activities of the Topography Payload PhaseE1 within the allocated schedule Supporting the Sentinel3 CD Topography Payload procurement activities within applicable schedule and cost and ensuring compliance with the relevant instrument performance requirements and the associated mission requirements Coordinating and monitoring the external support activities provided by CNES in the framework of the ESACNES cooperation agreement for Sentinel3 CD Coordinating and monitoring the Topography Mission support activities contracted to industry in the framework of the ESACNES cooperation agreement and related to the SRAL and MWR instruments. In the execution of hisher tasks, the postholder will report to the Sentinel 3 Payload Manager, while also supporting the Sentinel3 Mission System Operations Manager for those aspects related to the preparation and implementation of the inorbit commissioning phase. The Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer will liaise closely with the relevant Instrument Procurement Engineers within the Section and with the engineers of the other sections in the Project. Furthermore, heshe will constitute the main technical interface between the ESA Project and CNES for the implementation of the ESACNES cooperation agreement. Technical competencies Knowledge of cost and schedule aspects related to area of responsibility ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes Knowledge of other technical domains with interfaces to own area of responsibility Experience in mission, spacecraft andor payload operations Knowledge of ESA programmesprojects Knowledge of space projects, including instrumentation and operations Launch campaign Stateoftheart knowledge in area of responsibility at required level Commissioning in flight of Earth Observation payloads and supporting activities Behavioural competencies Communication Planning organisation Problem solving Responsible decisionmaking Results orientation Teamwork Additional requirements As the incumbent is expected to support the inflight commissioning of Sentinel3B immediately after takeup of duties, a good knowledge of the Sentinel3 Topography Payload and previous experience in commissioning activities is considered necessary. Education Applicants should have a university degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering field, together with previous experience in the development of microwave instruments for space projects. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 25 August 2017. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.
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