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Senior Communications Payload Systems Engineer
2013-11-08 10:35:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Primary purpose of role Based in Los Angeles at the spacecraft manufacturer plant, you will be required to join a team responsible for the procurement of the Inmarsat 5 F4 satellite. Reporting to Massimiliano Ladovaz, Vice President, Space Infrastructure Development, the role will be responsible for supervising the contractor, to ensure the design, engineering, manufacturing and testing of the communications payload systems of the Inmarsat 5 F4 spacecraft are to the required quality standard, within specifications and delivered within the planned time frame. The responsibilities will also include operational support to the satellite operation department in London. Key responsibilities Integrate with the contractor teams, to lead and coordinate the design of payload systems. Participate and lead communications in payload systems, manufacturing, test and delivery reviews. Supervise the assembly integration and testing of the payload systems. Manage contractor for timely resolution of the communications payload systems technical, and schedule problems. Report issues and contractual conflicts affecting satisfactory problem resolution Essential knowledge and skills Electronics Engineering graduate or equivalent with proven experience in the field of communications spacecraft payload systems. Experience in production and testing of space qualified payload systems hardware. Experience in communications payload systems performance modelling. Experience in spacecraft integration and testing. Excellent writing and reporting skills. Good communication skills with different stakeholders at all levels of the organisation Fundamental personal qualities Enterprise Spirit The ideal candidate will make valuable contributions to process improvements and technical innovation. They will overcome setbacks, disappointments, displaying strong drive and selfmotivation. The individual will display strong passion and desire to support organisation growth. He or she will act within his or her circle of competence and know the boundaries. Inspired Communications The individual should be articulate, particularly in expressing often complex technical information. They will listen proactively to others and will have an ability to engage appropriate audiences for communication. The individual will need to demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity and sensitively deliver candid feedback. Solution Focus The role requires a resourceful approach and tenacity to ensure continuous improvement in order to achieve efficiencies, an ability to face up to problems quickly and take appropriate action. He or she will have a willingness to be selfcritical and learn from mistakes avoiding hubris. A methodical and rigorous approach is essential along with a proven ability to work across organisation boundaries. The ideal candidate will demonstrate objective, rational and multidisciplinary thinking he or she will act within their circle of competence and know the boundary. Leadership The ideal candidate will be able to make objective decisions whilst demonstrating dynamic resourcing to integrate and lead the contractor teams. The individual will be accountable for delivering tactical solutions that are in line with the program plan. The individual will handle tension and pressure within the working environment carefully. The individual will encourage and participate in teamwork to help achieve optimum results. Best Value Objectively assess and supervise the contractor teams in order to ensure payload systems meet specifications and are delivered within planned time frames. ITAR International Traffic in Arms Regulations Given the scope and responsibilities of this role, the successful candidate will need to access ITAR controlled information. Successful applicants will therefore be required to provide personal information, including place of birth and all nationalities, to ensure compliance with US export control requirements. To apply please send your CV and covering letter to Daniel Blackman Human Resources 99 City Road London EC1Y 1AX Tel 0207 728 1790 Fax 0207 728 1790 Email Daniel.Blackmaninmarsat.com
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Senior Communications Systems Engineer
2013-09-18 09:35:05| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
HE Space is a successful international space company. For over 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for a Communications Systems Engineer to support our customer in Luxembourg. Senior Communications Systems Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities Our customer is a leading provider of operational services, technical consultancy and hightech products as well as integrated solutions to the global satellite industry. In this role you will be responsible for specification, design, implementation, validation and verification of the network system and satellite and hybrid communication. Specify, design, evaluate, implement and test networking, communication and applications infrastructure required to support satellite and hybrid communication systems Procure equipment, software and services necessary to build the network and communication infrastructure and manage shipment Carrying out site surveys Plan, monitor and assess performance of designed and implemented network Specify, design, evaluate and operations and business support system OSSBSS Supervise specification, design, and development work necessary for project implementation, including project control functions Perform VSAT networks planning, including link budgets, capacity planning and dimensioning Design and implement network infrastructure andor modifications to comply with specific customer requirements such as their standards, interfaces and software and hardware technologies Build and maintain close relationship with suppliers and subcontractors Interface customer and collect requirements for the setup of budgets, procurements, installation management and the operational handover of systems Coordinate with other functions Project Control, Legal, Finance for the transparent and effective realization of assigned project Travel internationally and meet directly with customers and vendors. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree or equivalent coupled with experience in telecommunications andor computer science Minimum of 10 years experience in engineering of large, reliable, distributed, heterogeneous network and communications systems Excellent knowledge of satellite communications and networks in general Excellent knowledge of networking and protocols with emphasis on TCPIP running over different physical media Sound knowledge of satellite based mobile and fixed IP network and their topologies Sound knowledge of system design, network design, deployment and operations Knowledge of the satellite RF technologies and satellite based communication Knowledge and experience of government and military customers Handson experience on deploying satellite based communication networks Able to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced and changing environment Familiar with VoIP protocols and implementations Experienced with VSAT products specially iDirect and Gilat products andor network planning and modeling would be additional asset Cisco certificates would be additional assets Personal skills communication skills, analytical sense, coordination and priority setting facilities, problem perception, assessment and solving, autonomy and team work, flexibility and mobility Fluency in English is mandatory, knowledge of French is an advantage. This job is located in Betzdorf. We are looking for candidates who are available from November 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Corrina Scheepmaker, quoting job reference DEBSC2098 before 08Oct13. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Apply for this job
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Senior Communications Systems Engineer, Africa Project
2013-08-26 09:36:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Senior Communications Systems Engineer, Africa Project 2 year contract Ref SES0334 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Ground Terrestrial Engineering Position Staff Context SES Techcom Services has a need to hire extra resources for an important project, the definition and implementation of a country wide ICT infrastructure in Africa Responsibilities The Senior Communications Engineer Africa Project is directly responsible for the specification, design, implementation, validation and verification of the network system and satellite and hybrid communication. Shehe may act as a Project Manager. Specify, design, evaluate, implement and test networking, communication and applications infrastructure required to support satellite and hybrid communication systems Procure equipment, software and services necessary to build the network and communication infrastructure and manage shipment Carrying out site surveys Plan, monitor and assess performance of designed and implemented network Specify, design, evaluate and operations and business support system OSSBSS Supervise specification, design, and development work necessary for project implementation, including project control functions Perform VSAT networks planning, including link budgets, capacity planning and dimensioning Design and implement network infrastructure andor modifications to comply with specific customer requirements such as their standards, interfaces and software and hardware technologies Build and maintain close relationship with suppliers and subcontractors Interface customer and collect requirements for the setup of budgets, procurements, installation management and the operational handover of systems Coordinate with other functions Project Control, Legal, Finance for the transparent and effective realization of assigned project Travel internationally and meet directly with customers and vendors Additionally Provide support to Sales department for the presales activities presales engineering Define future technology requirements in close cooperation with sales and other SES companies Followup technology development in the field of the expertise and make recommendations regarding evolution of Techcom services and products Provide technical recommendations and expertise to the management in the area of networking, communication protocols and network management Experience Qualifications University degree or equivalent technical college with pertinent professional experience in telecommunications andor computer science Minimum of 10 years experience in engineering of large, reliable, distributed, heterogeneous network and communications systems Excellent knowledge of satellite communications and networks in general Excellent knowledge of networking and protocols with emphasis on TCPIP running over different physical media Sound knowledge of satellite based mobile and fixed IP network and their topologies Sound knowledge of system design, network design, deployment and operations Knowledge of the satellite RF technologies and satellite based communication Knowledge and experience of government and military customers Handson experience on deploying satellite based communication networks Able to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced and changing environment Familiar with VoIP protocols and implementations Experienced with VSAT products specially iDirect and Gilat products andor network planning and modeling would be additional asset Cisco certificates would be additional assets Languages Fluency in English, French would be an asset Readiness to Travel to Africa Personal skills communication skills, analytical sense, coordination and priority setting facilities, problem perception, assessment and solving, autonomy and team work, flexibility and mobility. 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, Satellite Solutions Apply for this Job online
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Senior Communications Systems Engineer
2013-05-29 16:36:04| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Senior Communications Systems Engineer mf Ref SES0302 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Other Engineering Technical Position Staff Context Lead Support the Project Realisation in the field of InterCompany, External and Governmental Institutions Design, specification and implementation of ground communication solutions Design, specification and implementation of software applications and services Presales activities, such as preparation of technical commercial proposals Product service development of the SES TechComs Business and Operations Support Systems product portfolio Responsibilities Satellite communications and applications in general and more specific Communications System design, specification and tests Radio Frequency, Amplification and Antenna systems Digital Signal Processing e.g. filter, phase and amplitude control Strong background in software development e.g. ObjectOriented designprogramming Design Patterns and Best Coding Practices Database Design WebService technologies and Middleware Computer Science expertise e.g. Network and IP protocols, Security, Hardware, Application Integration . The customer needs to either support or be responsible for Design, evaluate and implement networking and applications infrastructure required to support satellite and hybrid communication systems Procure equipment, software and services necessary to build a infrastructure and customer promises equipment needed for satellite and hybrid communication systems Supervise design, system architecture and development work, necessary for project implementation, including project control functions Responsible for the design and implementation of applications for the satellite and hybrid communication systems Responsible for the design and implementation of the operations and business support system OSSBSS Propose and acquire ESA and EU funded project in line with company strategy Design and implement softwarecomputer infrastructure andor modifications to comply with specific customer requirements such as transmission and management of digital video, audio and data Provide support to Sales department for the presales activities presales engineering Define future technology requirements in close cooperation with sales and other SES group companies Followup technology development in the field and make recommendations to management regarding evolution of TechCom services and products Provide technical recommendations and expertise to the management in the area of networking, communication protocols and network management Interface customer and collect requirements for the setup of budgets, procurements, installation management and the operational handover of systems Interface project team members and use professional project management tools as appropriated to report and document project realizations Coordinate with other functions Project Control, Legal, Finance for the transparent and effective realization of assigned project Manage customer relationships Perform other tasks as required. Experience Qualifications University degree or equivalent technical college with pertinent professional experience in computer science andor telecommunications Communication network with emphasis on TCPIP running over different physical media IP routing, SNMP, IPSec, IP Multicast, mobile and wireless IP, cable modems Experience in a system design, network design, deployment and operations Medium to large scale software design and implementation experience Knowledge of the satellite RF technologies and satellite based communication networks Experience in VSAT networks andor network planning and modelling would be additional asset Software programming languages Java, CC, Python, Groovy, Maven Practical experience with SOA, ESB, EJB, WS, BPMN 2.0 and other J2EE Technologies Expertise in software architecture design and patterns Automated testing methodologies MPEGDVB and ADSBAIS experience is an advantage Familiarity with ECSS standards in a software system context Personal skills communication skills, analytical sense, coordination and priority setting facilities, problem perception, assessment and solving, autonomy and team work, flexibility and mobility Willing to travel internationally, and meet directly with Customers, Vendors worldwide Fluent in English, have additional knowledge of another language of the EMEA region. 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, Ground Solutions Apply for this Job online
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