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SPACECRAFT OPERATIONS ENGINEERS

2015-10-10 00:04:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Thorn SDS provides specialist consultancy and managed services into the European Space and Defence marketplace. Our teams of highly skilled engineers and technicians deliver critical services to our clients, often embedded within their core operational areas. Thorn SDS prides itself on being an exceptional company to work for a company that invests in our staff, one that provides development opportunities, training, career advancement opportunities all within a fun and inclusive English speaking culture. SPACECRAFT OPERATIONS ENGINEERS REF. SDS0212 Thorn SDS is looking for candidates ready to take the next step in their career in shaping the development of Europes space capabilities. With a wide range of Spacecraft Operations Engineer positions on offer, Thorn is able to deliver fantastic careers opportunities to qualified individuals. We are seeking candidates with knowledgeexperience in ANY of the following areas Operational support in the platform andor instruments area. Optical Communication Payloads Optical imaging sensors especially in the area of Spectrometry Operations, including Xband and PDHU subsystem management. Optical Communication Payloadss Operations Planning and Overall Ground Segment Verification Engineer. Datahandling Operations and Overall Ground Segment Verification All applicants require proven experience in similar roles in professional organisation within the space industry. Candidates must be eligible to work in Germany and be fluent in the English language, both spoken and written. Deadline for applications 18 November 2015 Thorn SDS is committed to providing an equal opportunities work environment for men and women and is seeking to recruit nationals from its Member States. Thorn SDS Space Defence Security

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Spacecraft Controller

2015-10-09 17:05:32| 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 EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a Spacecraft Controller. Tasks and Responsibilities 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 contingencyemergency 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. Requirements The successful candidate should have a degree at least at BSc level MSc would be preferred in a related subject such as Aerospace Engineering, Telecommunications, Physics etc. 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. 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. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important 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 Spacecraft Controller Reference G015236EUM Application closing date 22.10.2015 Start date asap

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Two Copernicus Spacecraft Operations Engineers

2015-10-09 14:04:44| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

This is an opportunity for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to work in the domain of satellite operations to start latest 1st of January 2016. The position is unlimited and permanent and based at our customers premises ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany. The submission deadline for interested candidates is 28th of October 2015. RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES This position is covering a Sentinels Spacecraft Operations Engineering service support request, within the Sentinels Copernicus Teams, to provide general operational support, both in the platform andor instruments area. This position is a fulltime longterm position and requires occasional travel within Europe, ca. 2 missions per annum. The Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE is responsible For the support to the Sentinels missions as a member of the Flight Control Teams FCT during the operational phases, including special operations i.e. LEOP, Commissioning, deorbiting.. For the participation to testing campaigns Simulations, SVT, inflight tests of the above mentioned missions This SOE service team element within the Sentinels missions includes the following responsibilities Act as Expert operations engineer providing support to the platform andor Instruments Validation, test and operation of the MCS, including the OBSM and Mission Planning System Validation, test and operation of the Simulator Generation, validation and maintenance of the FOP Support to test and operate the NDIU Support for FOS procurement, integration and tests Review of satellite documents LEOP support general operational support Commissioning support general operational support of the assigned Sentinels Missions, and provide expertise on those areas to the any of the other Sentinels SOMs when required. The SOE is required to familiarise himherself with the missions heshe is supporting and in particular with the procedures and tools that are needed to perform the Sentinel operations. The tasks to be performed require considerable initiative, flexibility and independence in executing the assigned tasks. QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE University degree or equivalent education in Electric or Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Demonstrated experience with low Earth orbit satellites operations, including experience in preparatory phase OPSPREP, special operations LEOP, Deorbiting campaign and operational phase routine either in Platform and Instruments Familiarity with satellite control systems, ideally SCOS2000, including data dissemination subsystems like EDDS and MUST Experience in working in an operational environment Experience with flight procedures life cycle, including validation Experience with anomaly investigations Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems Ability to work independently and with little supervision Wellorganised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel Capable of coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Familiarity with operational simulators, ideally SimSat Experience with TMTC databases, preferably SCOS2000 compatible Experience in ground tests preparation and execution, e.g. SVTs Experience with ground segment integration and validation Experience in validation and verification of Network Distribution and Interface Units or similar EGSE equipment DESIRABLE SKILLS Familiarity with Network Distribution and Interface Units or similar EGSE equipment Familiarity with MUST Given the direct operational requirement of this service request, familiarity or previous experience in the operations of ESA Earth observation missions be highly valued BENEFITS Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities and Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. APPLICATION You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your detailed application preferably online with your availability and current salary status.

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Spacecraft Operations Engineer

2015-10-09 12:05:50| 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 2 Spacecraft Operations Engineers to provide general operational support, both in the platform andor instruments area. Tasks and Responsibilities The key person will be part of the Sentinels Copernicus Teams and will be responsible For the support to the Sentinels missions as a member of the Flight Control Teams FCT during the operational phases, including special operations i.e. LEOP, Commissioning, deorbiting.. For the participation to testing campaigns Simulations, SVT, inflight tests of the above mentioned missions. The activity of the key person will include Act as Expert operations engineer providing support to the platform andor Instruments Validation, test and operation of the MCS, including the OBSM and Mission Planning System Validation, test and operation of the Simulator Generation, validation and maintenance of the FOP Support to test and operate the NDIU Support for FOS procurement, integration and tests Review of satellite documents LEOP support general operational support Commissioning support general operational support. The successful candidate is required to familiarise himherself with the missions heshe is supporting and in particular with the procedures and tools that are needed to perform the Sentinel operations. The tasks to be performed require considerable initiative, flexibility and independence in executing the assigned tasks. Requirements Essentials The key person shall have the following skills Demonstrated experience with low Earth orbit satellites operations, including experience in preparatory phase OPSPREP, special operations LEOP, Deorbiting campaign and operational phase routine either in Platform and Instruments. Familiarity with satellite control systems, ideally SCOS2000, including data dissemination subsystems like EDDS and MUST Experience in working in an operational environment Experience with flight procedures life cycle, including validation Experience with anomaly investigations Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems Ability to work independently and with little supervision Wellorganised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel Capable of coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Familiarity with operational simulators, ideally SimSat Experience with TMTC databases, preferably SCOS2000 compatible Experience in ground tests preparation and execution, e.g. SVTs Experience with ground segment integration and validation Experience in validation and verification of Network Distribution and Interface Units or similar EGSE equipment. Desirables Familiarity with MUST Familiarity with ESOC working environment and Quality Management System QMS familiarity or previous experience in the operations of ESA Earth observation missions will be highly valued. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important 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 Position Spacecraft Operations Engineer Reference G015232ESOC Application closing date 29.10.2015 Start date 01.01.2016

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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Copernicus Sentinel1, Sentinel2 mf

2015-10-09 11:02:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Spacecraft Operations Engineer Copernicus Sentinel1, Sentinel2 mf Ref. No. 2015025 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, 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, and the UK. Job description The Sentinel1 and Sentinel2 missions are part of Europes Copernicus Earth observation space programme. The first in the series, Sentinel1, carries an advanced radar instrument to provide an allweather, dayandnight supply of imagery of Earths surface. The first of two spacecraft was launched in 2014. The second, Sentinel2, is a polarorbiting, multispectral highresolution imaging mission for land monitoring to provide, for example, imagery of vegetation, soil and water cover, inland waterways and coastal areas. Sentinel2 will also deliver information for emergency services. Sentine1 and Sentinel2 spacecraft will be operated from ESOC, in Darmstadt, Germany. More information on the Copernicus missions can be found here httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesObservingtheEarthCopernicus Responsibilities We are looking for qualified Spacecraft Operations Engineers SOE to be part of the flight control teams supporting Sentinel1 and Sentinel2 spacecraft operations engineering services. The tasks to be performed are those typical for a spacecraft operations engineer, which include familiarizing with the mission characteristics, defining requirements for flight control systems, preparing and validating flight control procedures, validating ground systems used for operations, participating in spacecraft interface tests, and spacecraft performance analysis. Each SOE will be responsible for specific areas of the spacecraft or ground systems operations engineering. These areas are grouped together as follows 1. Optical communications payloads laser links, Sentinels OCP, etc operations engineering and guidance and navigation AOCS operations engineering 2. Optical communications payloads operations planning and overall ground segment verification engineering 3. Optical imaging sensors especially in the area of spectrometry, e.g. GOME, SCIMACHY, TROPOMI operations preparation andor execution, including Xband and PDHU data storage subsystem management 4. Spacecraft data handling operations engineering and overall ground segment verification 5. General platform andor instruments operational support for operations preparation and execution 6. Sentinels product assurance quality assurance engineering Depending on the specific area of responsibility, the SOE positions within the Sentinels missions typically include the following some or all of the following responsibilities Validation, test and operation of the ground Mission Control System, including the Onboard Software Management subsystem and Mission Planning System Validation, test and operation of the Sentinel operational Spacecraft Simulator Generation, validation and maintenance of the Flight Operations Plan FOP Support to test and operation of the NDIUs, PSS and other operational support tools Support for FOS procurement, integration, user acceptance testing and system testing. Review of satellite documents Maintenance of the FOS spacecraft document library Support for the generation of FOS documentation, i.e. requirements, ICDs, test plansreports etc. Support to FCT training activities including generation of training material Support to spacecraft and ground segment AR resolution Support to the preparation and execution of the Satellite Validation Test SVT campaign LEOP support Commissioning support for the satellite subsystem Routine Phase operational support including Responsible for assigned satellite subsystems The performance of Mission Planning operations, The preparation and execution of orbit control manoeuvres and any other daily and weekly operations activities. Support to the oncall SOE rota, maintaining the mission history log and the generation of regular operations reports. Support to Secure commanding operations These are full time positions, located at ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, and starting in January 2016. Working time is normal office hours, with occasional oncallstandby support outside normal working hours. Occasional travel within Europe may be required. Qualifications Competencies This position requires a person with University degree or similar in engineering, physics or related subject. Specific requirements for the position Essential requirements Demonstrated experience in the specific area of responsibility Detailed spacecraft subsystem knowledge for the relevant subsystem Flight operations experience, including FDIR, for the relevant subsystem Experience in working in an operational environment Experience with life cycle of flight operations procedures Experience with the organisation or execution of space mission tests involving both ground and space segment Experience with anomaly investigations Experience with low Earth orbit satellite operations, including preparatory phase, special operations and routine operations Familiarity with satellite control systems, in particular SCOS2000 Familiarity operational simulators, ideally ones based on SIMSAT Familiarity with TMTC databases Familiarity with multisatellite missions Experience with ground system tests preparation and execution Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems Ability to work independently and with little supervision Wellorganised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel Ability to coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Desirable requirements Familiarity with the ESOC environment and ESOC Quality Management System Familiarity with the European Packet Utilisation Standard Familiarity with Network Distribution and Interface Units NDIU or similar EGSE equipment 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 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?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId734joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date November 15st, 2015 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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