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Mysterious space debris will return to Earth on November 13th
2015-10-28 19:44:05| Extremetech
Whatever WT1190F is, it's about to plunge into the atmosphere over the Indian Ocean.
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Space Debris Database Engineer
2015-08-13 13:04:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About us SCISYS Deutschland GmbH provides professional engineering and consultancy services supporting space programmes and missions. We have a strong presence at ESOC and EUMETSAT, as well as serving all ESA sites and spacecraft primes. Our team is composed of university graduates and experienced professionals, comprising some of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and talented engineers across Europe. Our services cover the whole life cycle of space programmes from early concepts to operations. Our Space Division provides a dynamic, supportive and friendly atmosphere in which you are encouraged to lead with initiative. We support new ideas from our colleagues and are focused on innovation. Moreover, we actively manage your professional development, training and career progression. For the location in Darmstadt Germany we are looking for a Space Debris Database Engineer at ESOC. Tasks ESAs Space Debris Office maintains a database containing information on the physical properties, orbital elements, results of dedicated analyses, etc., of manmade objects in outer space. This database, Database and Information System Characterising Objects in Space DISCOS, has been under continuous development and expansion since the early 90ies. It is deeply embedded in the operational activities from the Space Debris Office, e.g. the collision avoidance process for ESA satellites, and serves as a backbone for space debris studies undertaken within ESA or by industry and academia worldwide. The Space Debris Office is seeking engineering support for tasks related to migrating DISCOS from its current implementation on an Oracle 10.2 database to a recent version of a PostgreSQL database. This migration is not limited to a content migration, but requires the migration of all related software interface for data ingestion and extraction, as well as an architectural redesign to circumvent known drawbacks of the current implementations. The scope of the service covers the following activities and is to be carried out by a Space Debris Application Engineer SDAE Review of the current DISCOS database implementation and all related software programs and libraries for facilitating data ingestion and extraction from the database. Definition of a software architecture for a new relational database, based on PostgreSQL, maintaining all functionality of the current implementation of DISCOS, possibly including the use of a nonrelational database for the storage of files. Implementation of the new database architecture, and migration and updating of the data. Harmonisation and upgrade of all the database related software and interface libraries to use the newly developed database architecture. Test and validation of the newly developed database architecture and peripheral software. Essential requirements Good expertise of Linux, network services and protocols. Solid demonstrated experience with database administration. Proficient in shell scripting languages, SQL, Python, and Perl. Proficiency with relational databases, preferably Oracle and PostgreSQL Demonstrated background in software engineering, the integration of software systems, and ESAs software engineering processes and related ECSS standards. Desirable requirements Space Debris Matters Observation, Modelling, Mitigation Orbital Mechanics Coordinate Systems Other Information Start date is 1st October 2015 Fluency in English is mandatory The candidate must have a valid German work and residence permit or be an EU Citizen To apply online please visit httpwww.scisys.dewowirarbeitenspacekarrierespacejobs.html
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Space Debris Engineer
2015-08-06 15:10:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Debris Database Application Migration and Maintenance Engineer With 1.700 employees worldwide, the CS Group is a leading IT company in France and in Germany, and a prime contractor in designing, integrating and operating mission critical systems. It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles having relevant experience in Space systems The requested services cover engineering tasks required to support the provision of Space Debris operations support, from analysis, specification, design, implementation, validation, training, operations preparation and execution. PROFILE Ability to autonomously analyses and solve technical problems in the Space Debris domain Ability to design, implement and maintain related technical software Fluent English language oral and written to ensure efficient communication , especially during critical operations Autonomy in writing related technical notes, specifications and reports in English Good interpersonal skills and team spirit to be able to efficiently react in emergency situation Previous working experience in Space Debris Operations support is desirable TASKS EXPERIENCE The tasks and responsibilities will include Review of the current DISCOS database implementation and all related software programs and libraries for facilitating data ingestion and extraction from the database. Definition of software architecture for a new relational database, based on PostgreSQL, maintaining all functionality of the current implementation of DISCOS, possibly including the use of a nonrelational database for the storage of files. Implementation of the new database architecture, and migration and updating of the data. Harmonisation and upgrade of all the database related software and interface libraries to use the newly developed database architecture. Test and validation of the newly developed database architecture and peripheral software . How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to marina.ludwigcssystems.de with CC to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Due to new work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Closing date 25 August 2015 Starting Date November 2015 Interviews week 42
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2x Space Debris Operational Software Engineer
2015-04-20 19:05:22| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in ESOC, we are currently looking for two Space Debris Operational Software Engineers. Tasks and Responsibilities The Key Person will take care of the following tasks Administration and support of DISCOS users, management of access rights Maintenance of the DISCOS database in order to ensure the availability and accessibility of the DISCOS database and its associated services data acquisition and ingestion, maintenance and operation of scripts and tools organising automatic data retrieval and database processes consistency checks ORACLElevel maintenance organisation, execution, archival and retrieval and of backups monitoring of completeness and data quality maintenance of data quality records Upgrade of the DISCOS database Installation of upgrades of DISCOS components or applications Alignment of the DISCOS front end with upgrades Maintenance of the DISCOS operational environment Maintenance of the data server and of the data archive Maintenance of the DISCOS application server Migration of the DISCOS database Finalisation of the current Linux migration activities, primarily developing a Javabased webfront end based on ApacheTomcat and using a standard toolkit, such as GWT Maintenance and update of DISCOS user documentation and of the database administration manual Issue of periodical reports issue of monthly status and activity reports issue of semiannual EsaROS, EsaLOG, and EsaLOF reports Mar., Sep. issue of semiannual logs of ESA objects in space Jan., Jul. issue of annual logs of ESA launches Jan., for the past year issue of annual GEO status reports Jan. issue of COSPAR launch tables Apr., Aug., Dec. Support of the IADC Reentry Events Database and of associated prediction campaigns at least once per year Support of the IADC Common Database Maintenance of the ODIN software and software documentation Corrective and routine maintenance Customization and installation of the software and of required support tools Organisation of data archival Generation of new ODIN configuration files on request ODIN configuration and runs in support of highrisk conjunction event analysis, experimental runs and reentry events Amendments of the software and its supporting environment, e.g. w.r.t. Automated batch processing of tracks of several objects e.g. from a surveillance sensor Processing of a TLE refinement approach based on orbit determination through a series of TLE sets Support of other ODIN tasks on adhoc basis such as numerical propagation of states Routine operation of the CRASS conjunction event prediction software Detailed analysis in the case of a highrisk conjunction event Orbit determination and covariance estimation of the chaser object, based on European tracking data e.g. FHR, Monge, Globus II Recommendation of an avoidance manoeuvre if required Verification of a collisionfree avoidance trajectory Maintenance of the CRASS conjunction event prediction software and software documentation Corrective and routine maintenance Customization and installation of the software and of required support tools Organisation of data archival o Maintenance of UNIX scripts to automatically run CRASS processes and mail results Amendments to the software and its supporting environment, e.g. w.r.t. Processing of bundles of chaser orbits in ephemeris form Incorporation of a process to assess more accurate chaser orbit information Automatic rerun of CRASS after routine run based on TLE in order to consider bundles of refined chaser orbits Support to the interfacing with external entities, such as JSpOC for the analysis of conjunction events Preparation of orbit files for data exchange Inspection and analysis of results Risk assessment based on returned results Operation of the reentry event prediction software Maintenance of the reentry event prediction software and software documentation Corrective and routine maintenance Customization and installation of the software and of required support tools Organisation of data archival Maintenance of the near realtime density model Daily monitoring of log files Corrective and routine maintenance Minor improvements to the software, injection of new candidate objects Incorporation of the NRTDM results into propagation tools used for reentry predictions. Requirements In addition to a Master degree or equivalent, the key person should bring at least 4 years experience in the following fields in particular Coordinate Systems Orbital Mechanics Space Debris Matters Observation, modelling, mitigation Orbit determination aspects database and software maintenance SQL, Oracle 8i tools e.g. Oracle Web Server Oracle 10g on Linux, Apache, Tomcat basic understanding of the hardware PCs, RAID, back up mechanisms LaTeX documentation software HSOGR operational Software CRASS, ODIN, DISCOS, NRTDM. The skillsflexibilities required for tasks related to operations shall be On call service Operation of the software, acquisition of the necessary data a high degree of independence. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position 2x Space Debris Operational Engineer Reference G015093ESOC Application closing date 19.05.2015 Start date January 2016 If you are not yet registered with Serco we advise you to register your details by adding your details and attaching your CV via httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope For additional information about ESOC, please consult httpwww.esa.intAboutUsESOC
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Space Debris Application Software Engineer
2015-04-20 17:06:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in ESOC, we are currently looking for a Space Debris Application Software Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The Key Person will take care of the following tasks Support to the implementation of an updated LASCO batch process for ballistic parameter estimation and subsequent orbit prediction of all catalogued objects for reentry warnings in DISCOS Analysis of the implications of a possible replace of LASCO with FOCUS2, or alternatively the usage of FOCUS2 as a branch in LASCO, or Analysis of areas of potential improvement in LASCO Implementation of one of the two options Maintenance of the LASCO software and software documentation Corrective and routine maintenance Customization and installation of the software and of required support tools Organisation of data archival Support to the implementation of an updated DRAMA version Alignment with MASTER2009 Implementation of a new fluxprediction algorithm Implementation of other identified corrections Update of the GUI Graphical User Interface Organization of the production and distribution of DRAMA media CD ROMs Update of the DRAMA software and software documentation Maintenance of the DRAMA software and software documentation Corrective and routine maintenance Customization and installation of the software and of required support tools Organisation of data archival Support the update of ESAs Space Debris Mitigation Handbook Maintenance of the DELTA software and software documentation Corrective and routine maintenance Customization and installation of the software and of required support tools Organisation of data archival Amendment to the software in the following areas Modelling of active removal measures Modelling of nofuturelaunches scenarios Improved automation of Monte Carlo averaging Automated generation of input population from the MASTER format Operation of DELTA for internal and IADC studies Update of the DELTA software and software documentation Installation of the SCARAB 3.1L software on the space debris servers Maintenance of the turnkey SCARAB software system Familiarisation with the software Operation of the software for test cases, modified operational cases and later new cases Retrieval of design information in support of SCARAB CAD input modelling Support as backup to maintain core functions of the DISCOS database and of the IADC Reentry Event Database As one of the last Linux migration steps, the development of Javabased DISCOS webfront end is required. The software engineer SDA shall support this development. Support as backup to conjunction event assessments CRASS and related orbit determinations ODIN Requirements In addition to a Master degree or equivalent, the key person should bring at least 4 years experience in the following fields in particular Coordinate Systems Orbital Mechanics Space Debris Matters Observation, modelling, mitigation Orbit determination aspects Software lifecycles versioning systems and configuration management SQL basic understanding of the hardware PCs, RAID, back up mechanisms HSOGR Application Software DRAMA, MASTER, PROOF, DELTA. The skillsflexibilities required for tasks related to operations shall be On call service Operation of the software, acquisition of the necessary data high degree of independence. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Space Debris Application Software Engineer Reference G015090ESOC Application closing date 19.05.2015 Start date January 2016 If you are not yet registered with Serco we advise you to register your details by adding your details and attaching your CV via httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope For additional information about ESOC, please consult httpwww.esa.intAboutUsESOC
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