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Spacecraft Operations Engineer

2015-07-16 17:04:34| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Directorate of Human Spaceflight and Operations The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Spacecraft Operations Engineer in the Gaia Spacecraft Operations Unit, Astronomy and Fundamental Physics Missions Division, Mission Operations Department, Directorate of Human Spaceflight and Operations. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESOC, Darmstadt Germany. DUTIES The postholder will initially be assigned to the Gaia Flight Control Team as operations engineer and will report to the Gaia Spacecraft Operations Manager SOM. Tasks will include the following assisting the SOM in the preparation and execution of Gaia operations, including nominal and extended routine and endof mission phases performing the Acting SOM role when delegated assisting the SOM in the evolution and validation of the Operations Ground Segment OGS, including internal and external interfaces defining, preparing and executing ground segment validation tests, including acceptance, system validation and ground segment system tests for any ground segment upgrades planning and execution of routine, special and contingency recovery operations, including mission planning, reporting, anomaly investigation and resolution analysing and reporting on spacecraft and ground segment longterm performance interfacing with Mission Management and Science Ground Segment for mission and ground segment related activities interfacing with industry and ESA specialists regarding technical matters, including changes to spacecraft design and operations documentation interfacing with other ESOC Divisions regarding spacecraft operations matters providing support to other missions delegated to the Division, including Lisa Pathfinder, Euclid and future astronomy and fundamental physics missions as required providing support to corporate ESA and ESOC activities as required. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or physics, together with good professional experience in spacecraft andor operational applications. Experience with both spacecraft platform and subsystem operations is required. Experience of a LaunchLEOP in an operational capacity would be an asset. Candidates should be systemminded, be able to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team, be selfmotivateddisciplined and resultsoriented. Flexibility and adaptability is required in order to deal with a multisubjectmultiproject operational environment. In addition, applicants are required to demonstrate strong communication and relationship management skills in order to be able to manage interfaces with multiple counterparts. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 27 August 2015. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESOC, RobertBoschStr. 5, D64293 Darmstadt, Germany. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first 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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New Horizons spacecraft rockets past Pluto in closest-ever approach

2015-07-14 15:59:10| Extremetech

It's taken almost an entire decade of travel, but it's finally there: NASA's New Horizons spacecraft has made its closest planned approached to Pluto, at just 7,750 miles above the surface.

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Galileo Spacecraft Secure Operations Engineer

2015-07-10 16:04:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

CAM Space supports the Galileo project since the year 2000 and has a very strong presence of engineers at the Galileo Control Centre in Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich. We are reinforcing our team in the Munich area. We are looking for you as Galileo Spacecraft Secure Operations Engineer mf Are you looking for a new and interesting activity in one of Europes most outstanding projects in the area of operation of navigation satellites? This could be your field of responsibility Become a member of the Galileo Security Operations Team Specialise on security related space and ground operations Familiarise with the encryption, decryption and key management equipment Preparation, validation and execution of secure operations Support of routine, special and contingency operations Review of ground and space segment documentation OnCall support revolving within the team Your profile requires A scientific or technical degree or equivalent qualification Proven experience in the field of satellite or ground control Good English language skills Readiness to take on responsibility and good team and communication skills Permission to work in the European Union In addition the following experiences are considered as an asset Experience in cyber security projects Experience in testing or operations of satellites Experience with secure operations German language skills We offer Focused Training and performance oriented career development Competitive remuneration Opportunity to work in exciting challenging international projects In case you find our offer attractive please send your application documents via Email to careercamspacegmbh.de to CAM Space GmbH Dr. Bernhard Eberz Westendstr. 193 80686 Mnchen Germany

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Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power Thermal O3b

2015-07-10 10:04:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power Thermal O3b Ref SES0628 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Space Engineering Position Staff Published 20150709 Context O3b Networks is a MEO satellite based network to provide cost effective broadband connectivity to carriers in developing nations. SES provides satellite operations expertise to the O3b constellation through a Service Level Agreement. The Power Thermal Engineer is responsible for the inorbit operations and performance monitoring of the Electrical Power and Thermal subsystems of the O3b satellite constellation. The position will support both the SES Engineering team in Luxembourg and the O3b operations team in Manassas USA. Responsibilities Provide Electrical Power and Thermal expertise to nominal and contingency operations of the O3b constellation Support spacecraft operations and configuration changes, including generating or reviewing Operational Task Orders, configuration validation and direct supervision over critical spacecraft commanding Develop andor validate nominal and contingency procedures and tools Provide oncall support and react to contingency for the Electrical Power and Thermal subsystem of the satellite constellation per established escalation procedures Proactively monitor the Electrical PowerThermal subsystem to identify degraded performance, anticipate scenarios and take appropriate action. Develop and maintain tools for evaluating and trending health to maximize satellite safety, availability and longevity, including PowerThermal budgets and fleet capacity predicts Provide support to new satellite procurement activities, inorbit testing, and start of service activities as required by O3b Directly interface with O3b in relation to the responsibilities of the subsystem, including insurance and other external requestsreporting Contribute to a continuous effort to more effectively and efficiently manage the satellite inorbit operations, including processes, procedures, monitoring, and Ground Control System improvements. Experience Qualifications A Masters Degree in Engineering, with a specialization that includes electricalelectronics engineering is mandatory. Additional specialization in thermal control would be considered as an advantage Have at least 2 years of experience in satellite engineering and operations. Operational experience with LEO or MEO constellations would be considered as an advantage Have strong analytical and problemsolving skills Have strong computer software skills with knowledge of at least one programming language Ability to react to contingencies and cope with high stress situations Fluency in English, with strong communication skills, both written and oral. Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to General Manager, Spacecraft Engineering Power, Thermal Survivability EU Apply for this Job online

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Senior Controller, Spacecraft Operations O3b

2015-06-29 11:05:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Senior Controller, Spacecraft Operations O3b Ref SES0621 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Space Operations Position Staff Published 20150626 Context The Senior Spacecraft Controller is responsible for monitoring and control of the O3b constellation in order to maintain its health. In particular, the Senior Spacecraft Controller will need to react to emergencies within approved guidelines and escalate appropriately when needed. The incumbent will also be following regular training sessions and assessment. To ensure 24 hour coverage of the position, the controller will be required to work shifts. Responsibilities Perform daily operations of spacecraft in accordance with approved procedures and the daily operations plan Command the spacecraft and monitoring satellite health Perform routine operations telemetry dumps, AOSLOS from the different ground stations, upload payload daily mission, eclipses, table uploads, etc. React to emergencies within approved guidelines and notify appropriate staff based on escalation procedure Perform offline data analysis Attend regular refresher training sessions in order to maintain a certification level required to perform functions via regular assessment Rehearse on the simulator established nominal and contingency procedures Interface with the Network Operation Center. Experience Qualifications A technicalengineering degree in electronics, aeronautics or equivalent qualifications Experience in satellite operations and ground control systems would be an advantage Experience in LEO or MEO environment would be an advantage Willingness to work on shift Excellent operational mindset and awareness Good analytical skills Errorfree performance in high stress situations Excellent written and oral communication skills in English Flexibility, reliability and readiness to work without direct supervision Excellent team spirit Openminded Valid work permit is considered as an advantage. Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to Senior Manager, Spacecraft Operations O3b Apply for this Job online

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