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Spacecraft Operations Engineer

2018-09-28 10:27:54| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Operations. 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 Spacecraft Operations Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESEC, Redu, Belgium Description Reporting directly to the Head of the Redu Spacecraft Operations Section within the Studies and Special Projects Division of DOPS. The postholder will be primarily involved in ongoing operations of the PROBA Spacecraft and in the study and preparation phases for future missions of this type. In addition the postholder is to support the Head of the Redu Spacecraft Operations Section regarding the evolution of ESEC and the execution of the operationsrelated activities at ESEC. The postholder performs the allocated tasks in close cooperation with the SC Operations Manager of the PROBA missions, acting as deputy if required. Duties Responsibilities and main duties For operational missions execution of satellite operations including spacecraft and payload health monitoring execution of detailed operation plan and procedures based on the generic scenarios provided by industry ground segment automation maintenance and development engineering support of troubleshooting and critical operations execution when required, preparation and validation of new mission Space and Ground Segment procedures management and coordination of operations and experiments use of Flight Dynamics support tools production of adhoc satellite operations and ground segment performance reports. For the above tasks, the PROBA Spacecraft Operations Engineer is supported by the PROBA operations team. For missions in the early phases up to commissioning, together with the Mission Operation Engineer and in close cooperation with the Future Studies Section in the Division active participation in the Project and Agency reviews to tackle the operations and ground segment aspects support to ground segment development, deployment and validation support, with the Redu operations team, to the operations preparation, System Validation Tests, launch and commissioning phases regular attendance of ad hoc meetings with Project, Industry and contractors. Technical competencies Developing, implementing and maintaining expertise and standards in the technical domains covered by the DivisionSection Experience in mission, spacecraft andor payload operations Capability to evaluate performance at mission level Behavioural competencies Ambassadorship Continuous Learning Integrity Teamwork Communication Customer Focus Education Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline. Additional requirements Applicants should have experience in space missionsrelated operations and control andor ground systems engineering. Knowledge of the ESA operations environment and its working methodologies is required, together with a demonstrated ability to analyse and sum up technical and programmatic information in a way leading to minimum costacceptable risk solutions. Applicants should be teamworkoriented, system and softwareminded and should as such possess good communication and organisational skills, and be able to establish and maintain efficient working interfaces with the entities concerned. They should also have the initiative to be able to organise and complete delegated tasks independently. The working language is English but a good knowledge of French is considered an important asset to be able to communicate with the staff at ESEC. 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 October 2018. 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. According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States. When shortlisting for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. see Nationality Targets 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. Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band A2 however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level. Apply HERE

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MSG Spacecraft Controller

2018-09-27 17:27:24| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Serco is a specialist at delivering vital services on behalf of European, National and Local Governments. Serco Europe employs a large workforce in Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Germany, Holland, Spain, Italy and the UK. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions throughout Europe. Package description Full details on application. Relocation assistance provided if applicable. Main responsibilities For our activities in the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites EUMETSAT we are currently for a Spacecraft Controller. The Key Person will have mainly the following tasks Operate on a 247 shift basis all or part of the mission control system, which includes parts of the ground segment as well as the space segment Assist in configuring and testing the operational system to support the operations In case of ground or space segment anomaly take corrective action as necessary, applying the contingency emergency procedures approved for the mission to ensure spacecraft safety and the continuity of service provision to users Participate in other operationsrelated activities small system development, procedures development or maintenance etc. upon request of the Team Leader. Ideal candidate The candidates should have a solid background in a technical or electronic environment, to the level of Senior Technician. A formal qualification to ONC or HNC would be advantageous. Ex service personnel should have completed a service College apprenticeship in electronicstelecommunications, and possess a background in Avionics, Air Defence, Air Radar or Communications Or the candidate should have a degree at least at BSc level in a related subject such as Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications, Physics etc Experience working with computer systems and PC literacy is required. Database knowledge would be useful Candidates must be adaptable, selfdisciplined and able to work in a calm and correct manner under conditions of stress. The position requires working a shift rota candidates must be able to fit in well within a small operations team. Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. For positions located within the Darmstadt Support Office please note that only applicants with no family affiliation within the Company will be considered. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request. You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time. About the company Serco Services GmbH, part of the Serco group, A FTSE250, Multinational Service Provider with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service To keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play here. Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action. If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you.

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Spacecraft Operational Simulator Software Engineer mf

2018-08-24 13:27:09| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, France, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, France and the UK. Job description For our customer, EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking for an experienced Mission Control Systems MCS Integration and Verification IV Engineer. As a member of Mission Control Applications and Tools team at EUMETSAT, you will be responsible for integration and verification testing primarily of Mission Control Systems for LowEarth Orbit LEO space missions, in routine operations and for future missions under development. The position also includes integration of verification testing of the ground segment covering Flight Dynamics and Mission Planning Systems. Responsibilities As an MCS IV Engineer, your tasks will typically include Integration Verification activities Integration of the various components of a MCS and integration of the MCS with the rest of Mission Control Applications and Tools MCAT. This includes software deployment, software configuration, adjustment of interfaces, analysis and solution to problems. Generation and updates of test plan and test procedures for the MCAT. This covers functional verification testing, performance and nonregression testing manual and automatic testing. Generation of test data that facilitate the software integration, verification and nonregression testing. Execution and coordination of software verification and nonregression testing campaigns. This activity includes running the test procedures on the target system, generation of test reports, analysis of results, troubleshooting of problems. Contribute to development of the verification infrastructure development andor procurement of scripts tools to perform installation checks, nonregression, functional and performance testing. Analysis and implementation of mechanisms or tools allowing the automatic or semiautomatic verification testing of the application software. Maintaining the verification status of the software requirement baseline for the Mission Control Applications. Technical Management Documentation generation and updates of technical documents. Routine reporting preparation and production of routine reports as necessary. Meeting participation participation to technical, progress and team meetings as needed and requested. User Help Ensure Operations Continuity Provision of oncall and software services to operations. On occasions, provision of standbycallout service to operations and service to critical operations out of normal hours Software and technical service to the endusers of the application software by request Attendance in meetings Participation in technical, progress and team meetings, submission of reports as required Additional services Provision of services to other areas and programmes as required Training Provision of training covering endusage and maintenance aspects of the Mission Control Applications Maintenance and Evolution activities Preventive Corrective maintenance Investigation into anomalies and solutions, their documentation and classification, with suitable follow up of the delivery of software updates System Evolution Analysis of userdriven requirements, generation of software requirements, design, implementation and verificationtesting activities System Upgrades Analysis, planning and management of application, operating system and COTS upgrades and reconfigurations, taking into account any compatibility issues Definition and management of technical documentation and procedures in support of these activities. This is a fulltime position located in Darmstadt, Germany, onsite at EUMETSAT premises, with the planned start in November 2018. Qualifications Competencies Applicants shall have a university degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline, and shall be able demonstrate significant knowledge and experience in the area of integration and verification testing of Mission Control Applications. The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience Domain Skills Extensive experience at least 5 years in the definition, development and maintenance of space mission control software applications with focus on integration and verification of typical monitoring and control applications, covering aspects such as TMTC, operations automation schedule and procedure execution, operations preparation, etc. Knowledge and understanding with demonstrable working experience of space related standards ECSS and CCSDS related to spacetoground interfaces. System Development Maintenance Skills Experience at least 3 years in integration activities for space MCS based on the MICONYS software suite from ESAESOC. This includes software deployment, software configuration, adaptation of interfaces and troubleshooting of problems both at subsystem and system level. Experience at least 3 years in verification testing activities of Space MCS based on MICONYS following formal software engineering processes. This includes requirement verification, generation of test plans and procedures, nonregression testing, generation of test data, generation of test tools, running the test procedures on the target system and generation of test reports and anomaly tracking Experience at least 3 years in software development and maintenance following formal software lifecycle processes covering production of requirements, design engineering artefacts and implementation reflecting corrective and evolution software maintenance activities, as well as definition of new applications Documentation and Configuration Management Skills Good knowledge of MS Office applications and experience with formal Documentation Management systems Experience in using configuration management and anomaly reporting and tracking tools. The following experience would be an additional asset Domain Skills Experience in integration of MCS with Flight Dynamics Systems Experience in integration of Mission Control Systems with Mission Planning Systems Experience in integration of MCS with SpacecraftGround Station Simulators Experience in providing software support for MCS to flight control operations teams Software, Technologies and Engineering Skills Experience in designing and developing software components and applications using Object Oriented OO approach including design patterns Experience designing and developing software components and applications using C, Java and scripting languages under UNIXLinux platforms Experience with formal software development environments such as Eclipse IDE. Experience developing interacting middleware components and applications using TCPIP and CORBA Experience in using IBM Rational DOORS as system and software requirement management tool. Experience in software version control systems SVN andor Git. Experience with static and dynamic software analysis tools in support to testing and troubleshooting. Experience using tools for the automation of software testing Due to the variety of the tasks and the scope of the systems to be supported, you should be able to quickly adapt to changes in assignments, manage tasks in an efficient way, and demonstrate a high degree of independence and autonomy. You must have excellent analytical skills, and be effective working within a small team, and have good presentation and communication skills. You should be able to conduct all your activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, encouraging a friendly and collaborative working environment, demonstrating capabilities in applying principles, handling critical discourse, and be open to discussing and sharing solutions with others. Moreover you must be able to participate actively in technical meetings andor formal reviews and activity assessments. The working language is English and therefore you must be able to work effectively in this language. What can Terma offer 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. Additional information For further information, please contact Mrs. Raluca Moise by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email recruitment.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed please apply through the link below with a Cover Letter and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae in Europass format httpseuropass.cedefop.europa.euenhome Closing date September 19th, 2018 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Privacy Notice By submitting your job application you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted this Privacy Notice, including Termas Privacy Policy as referenced below and are providing your consent to Termas storage and processing of your personal data accordingly. This Privacy Notice covers any personal data you submit to Terma for the recruiting process, including e.g. Your name, contact details and application status Information included in your CV or cover letter, such as job history, academic background, skills and competencies, personal interests, languages spoken, and your photo Job preferences and type of employment sought Names and contact details for references Please visit our Privacy Policy at www.terma.com. Here you will find additional information about our compliance with GDPR, how we use and protect your data, as well as information about your rights pursuant to GDPR. You will also find information who to contact at Terma in case you want to exercise these rights.

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Spacecraft Operational Simulator Software Engineer mf

2018-08-20 11:27:19| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Spacecraft Operational Simulator Software Engineer mf Ref. No. 1816997.1 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, France, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, France and the UK. Job description For our customer, EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking for an experienced Spacecraft Operational Simulator Software Engineer to perform software and system engineering for operational simulator. The initial activity will be to support the JasonCSSentinel6 spacecraft simulator development. The simulator procurementimplementation of the JasonCSSentinel6 simulator, which is based on the ESOC SIMULUS simulation application suite, is under ESAESOC responsibility while EUMETSAT acts as the simulator user. EUMETSAT is contributing to the development by Defining and maintaining EUMETSAT specific technical requirements mainly related to payload instruments Supporting engineering lifecycle and reviews Participating in the formal verification and validation campaigns. This leads to raising formal Anomaly Reports and follow up their implementation in subsequent deliveries. Responsibilities As an Operational Simulator Software Engineer, your responsibilities will include the following activities Contribute to the review of technical data package documentation Reception of incremental and corrective simulator deliveries Contribute to the application installation and configuration into EUMETSAT target environments Participate in formal verification campaigns Provide operational expertise to different EUMETSAT Teams e.g. Flight Control Team, System Team. Attend technical meetings onsite EUMETSAT or offsite ESAESOC, supplier to Followup queries from ESAESOC or EUMETSAT teams Answer queries from simulator supplier industry on behalf of ESAESOC or EUMETSAT. In relation to simulator installation and configuration the following tasks are performed Preparation of configuration artefacts related to the build and deployment of the software application pipelines, packaging Preparation of configuration items related to the operational usage of the simulator e.g. scripts, displays, data, In relation to simulator verification the following tasks are performed Verification test plan definition and maintenance Test data definition and management Test tool usage required by verification activities Simulator configuration with external interfaces Mission Control System. This is a fulltime position to be located in Darmstadt either at Terma premises or on site at Eumetsat premises with the planned start in December 2018. Qualifications Competencies Applicants shall have an university degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the job profile and a minimum of two years of experience in spacecraft operational simulators. The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience Experience with spacecraft operational simulators based on ESOC SIMULUS Experience with spacecraft telemetry and telecommanding Knowledge of operational procedures preparation Software engineering UML modelling ObjectOriented Design Three tiers architectures Verification and Validation Knowledge of application lifecycle tools such as Eclipse IDE, Jenkins, Maven, Git, CPP Unit, Junit Experience with Software languages and frameworkslibraries such as CC, Java, JavaScript, Experience with Linux operating system Knowledge of space standards CCSDS Space Link Services, SMISMP2, CCSDS TM and TC Management Software development lifecycle, project management, technical management The following experience would be an additional asset Mission Control Systems OO Design Patterns, Database modelling IBM DOORS ESOC MICONYS You are expected to be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan your work and cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. You must have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. You are expected to be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. What can Terma offer 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. Additional information For further information, please contact Mrs. Raluca Moise by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email recruitment.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed please apply through the link httpswww.epos.dkREKTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId1414joblistId1 with a Cover Letter and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae in Europass format httpseuropass.cedefop.europa.euenhome Closing date September 20th, 2018 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Privacy Notice By submitting your job application you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted this Privacy Notice, including Termas Privacy Policy as referenced below and are providing your consent to Termas storage and processing of your personal data accordingly. This Privacy Notice covers any personal data you submit to Terma for the recruiting process, including e.g. Your name, contact details and application status Information included in your CV or cover letter, such as job history, academic background, skills and competencies, personal interests, languages spoken, and your photo Job preferences and type of employment sought Names and contact details for references Please visit our Privacy Policy at www.terma.com. Here you will find additional information about our compliance with GDPR, how we use and protect your data, as well as information about your rights pursuant to GDPR. You will also find information who to contact at Terma in case you want to exercise these rights.

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Spacecraft StructuralMechanical Design Engineer

2018-08-20 10:26:36| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

SATURN Satellite Networks UK is looking to recruit key personnel for a new satellite manufacture in the UK which will disrupt the existing satellite communications market. StructuralMechanical Engineer Description Based at our new stateoftheart facilities in the UK, Saturn satellite manufacturing will be producing compact communications satellites 200Kg500Kg for Geostationary, MidEarth Orbit and LowEarth orbit systems for export around the world. Our unique payload of shaped antenna systems and programmable digital processor will allow full communications services to be provided inorbit at a costpoint which is a fraction of the cost of traditional communications satellites. To carry the communications payload we will be producing a new spacecraft platform in the UK, and utilising the latest techniques in automated engineering. We are therefore seeking the highest calibre individuals to join our platform design and manufacturing team. More than just technical competence we are looking for people with commitment and ambition. Position Summary The Structuralmechanical engineer will be responsible for all aspects of the platform structure design, composite manufacture, insulation MLI and mechanisms The Structuralmechanical engineer will be responsible for defining the spacecraft mass budgets The Structuralmechanical engineer will be responsible for defining the structural qualification sine vibration, shaker testing and verification Responsibilities Define the spacecraft structure in terms of dimensions, composite material and panel connectivity Work with the Lead platform design engineer on the placement and mounting of internal equipments, external equipment and interfaces Work with the Lead platform design engineer on the tradeoff between modular and legobrick design. Define the flatsat test structure and panels with a view to panel to flight assembly if necessary. Work with the payload manufacturing team to ensure that the accommodation for the payload footprint, mechanical interfaces etc. are defined. Liaise with the Program Manager for the procurement of structural and mechanical components. Define the insulation MLI or protective coverage Define any external mechanisms Solar array, thrusters, antenna systems placement and footprint. Liaise with the Power Subsystem engineers mechanisms for the solar array SADM of necessary Liaise with the Propulsion engineers for propulsion control mountings and routing. Liaise with the Payload and TTC engineers for structural mounting Liaise with ElectricalThermal engineers for the harness mounting and routing, thermal sensor placing etc. Produce the mass budget Liaise with launcher authority for production of the launcher interface and launch documentation Ensure that all platform program documentation for the structure and mechanics ICDs, diagrams, budgets etc. is produced. Qualifications and experience Minimum of 2 years professional experience in spacecraft onboard computer design and implementation preferably on platform systems. Strong knowledge of platform structural design and integrity including CAD design if necessary. Ability and willingness to include latest generation processes and techniques for manufacturing Strong written and verbal communications skills Strong technical background and proven program history Ability to produce spacecraft budgets and specifications Eligible to work in the UK UK security clearance may be sought

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