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uTorrent Bug Allows Malicious Webpages to Control the Software
2018-02-22 15:17:20| PC Magazine Security Product Guide
The problem mainly affects uTorrent Web, the newer version of the popular BitTorrent client, which contains a serious remote code execution bug.
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Communication Software Engineer
2018-02-21 15:25:39| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Ambitious Space Company is looking for a Communication Software Engineer for our Virginia office Join the US team in a rapidly growing international satellite company! We are looking for a Communication Software Engineer with experience in embedded software development for advanced satellite platforms. You will have the opportunity to become part of an internationally oriented and dedicated team aiming at providing exceptional Nanosatellite solutions to customers on the global market. Position Summary The Communication Software engineer will have responsibility for doing simulations and system implementation for customer projects, as well as customer training, satellite operations and development of new RF communication capabilities. The successful candidate must be experienced in all aspects of software development including requirements definition, architecture development, design, implementation, integration, verification and validation. The position will be responsible for full product life cycle development from concept development to flight implementation and mission support. Interactions with external suppliers and customers will require the engineer to have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Responsibilities Software product lifecycle development and implementation of payload and downlink radios on the GomSpace platform, including maintenance and development of new RF communication capabilities Development and implementation of novel securebydesign protocols and algorithms for the GomSpace satellite communication stack especially for the ground satellite links Assist project teams and sales in spacecraft communications software development and implementation Working within a crossfunctional team to ensure successful verification of the modem and protocols including integration into nanosatellite and ground stations products Preparation of documentation according to applied space engineering standards Support additional embedded software applications on various spacecraft systems Required Qualifications 510 years of experience as a software engineer within embedded systems and communication protocols Familiar with embedded software, CC and Python programming Good understanding of modern digital hardware and architecture eg. Xilinx Zynq or Ultrascale Experience in communications protocol and signal processing software development and implementation Knowledge in protocol security and authentication mechanism and concepts Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university Given the nature of the work, applicant must be a US Person as defined by US ITAR and EAR regulations Desired Qualifications Experience with satellites, particularly nanosatellites andor communication satellites Experience in VHDL and Verilog designtools Expert level experience in embedded firmwaresoftwaredriver development on low power ARM based platforms Experience in modern digital communications standards eg. ODFM especially in the lower layer implementations Ability to obtain a US DoD security clearance GomSpace offers employment in a dynamic growing and internationally oriented company with many challenging and exciting activities. We are an agendasetting player in the nanosatellite business and expect our employees to contribute with dedication, skills and the will to implement our mission. We are ambitious and believe that nanosatellites and our efforts will make a difference to society in the future. We have an informal working culture with transparent communication and an organisation built up by multidisciplinary skills and engineering passion which we believe are essential to help our customers achieve their goals in space. Sign Up for Our Mission Apply for the job here. Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. If you have any questions about the position do not hesitate to contact Elizabeth Driscoll at Lizgomspacena.com We kindly draw your attention to the fact that we do not receive applications or resumes via email. Work place will be at 7925 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 2100, McLean, VA 22102. Salary and start date will be individually negotiated. GomSpace is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other nonmerit based factors. About GomSpace GomSpace is a globally leading designer, integrator and manufacturer of highend nanosatellites for customers in the academic, government and commercial markets. Our positions of strength include systems integration, nanosatellite subsystems and advanced miniaturised radio technology. Our international team is devoted to understanding our customers requirements and deliver flawlessly. We are listed in Stockholm GOMX, headquartered in Denmark and have a subsidiary, NanoSpace in Sweden. We have currently 150 employees we service customers in more than 50 countries. Learn more www.gomspace.com
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ADCS Software Engineer for our Virginia office
2018-02-21 14:24:32| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Ambitious Space Company is looking for an ADCS Software Engineer for our Virginia office Join the US team in a rapidly growing international satellite company! We are looking for an ADCS Software Engineer with experience in software development for advanced satellite platforms. You will have the opportunity to become part of an internationally oriented and dedicated team aiming at providing exceptional Nanosatellite solutions to customers on the global market. Position Summary The ADCS Software engineer will have responsibility for doing simulations and system implementation for customer projects, as well as customer training, satellite operations and development of new ADCS components. The successful candidate must be experienced in all aspects of software development including requirements definition, architecture development, design, implementation, integration, verification and validation. The position will be responsible for full product life cycle development from concept development to flight hardware and mission support. Interactions with external suppliers and customers will require the engineer to have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Responsibilities Software product lifecycle development and implementation of ADCS on the GomSpace platform, including maintenance and development of ADCS functionalities Design and validation of attitude and orbit controllers and determination techniques Assist project teams and sales in attitude and orbit simulations Sensor and satellite calibration and data fitting Preparation of documentation according to applied space engineering standards Support additional embedded software applications on various spacecraft systems Required Qualifications 510 years of experience as a software engineer with control theory, dynamic systems and state estimation Knowledge about embedded software, CC and Python Good understanding of modern digital hardware and architecture Experience with MATLAB and Simulink Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited university Given the nature of the work, applicant must be a US Person as defined by US ITAR and EAR regulations Desired Qualifications Experience with satellites, particularly nanosatellites andor communication satellites Strong knowledge about sensor fusion and sensor calibration Knowledge in protocol security and authentication mechanism and concepts is a plus Experience with Linux OS Ability to obtain a US DoD security clearance GomSpace offers employment in a dynamic growing and internationally oriented company with many challenging and exciting activities. We are an agendasetting player in the nanosatellite business and expect our employees to contribute with dedication, skills and the will to implement our mission. We are ambitious and believe that nanosatellites and our efforts will make a difference to society in the future. We have an informal working culture with transparent communication and an organization built up by multidisciplinary skills and engineering passion which we believe are essential to help our customers achieve their goals in space. Sign Up for Our Mission Apply for the job here Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. If you have any questions with regard to the position do not hesitate to contact Elizabeth Driscoll at Lizgomspacena.com. We kindly draw your attention to the fact that we do not receive applications or resumes via email. Work place will be at 7925 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 2100, McLean, VA 22102. Salary and start date will be individually negotiated. GomSpace is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other nonmerit based factors. About GomSpace GomSpace is a globally leading designer, integrator and manufacturer of highend nanosatellites for customers in the academic, government and commercial markets. Our positions of strength include systems integration, nanosatellite subsystems and advanced miniaturised radio technology. Our international team is devoted to understanding our customers requirements and deliver flawlessly. We are listed in Stockholm GOMX, headquartered in Denmark and have a subsidiary, NanoSpace in Sweden. We have currently 150 employees we service customers in more than 50 countries. Learn more www.gomspace.com
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Software Cheat May Have Helped Mercedes-Benz Pass US Emissions Rules
2018-02-20 17:20:13| Extremetech
Reports say Mercedes-Benz diesels stopped cleansing the exhaust after 21 miles. The cars also recognized emissions tests and went to full-clean mode. The post Software Cheat May Have Helped Mercedes-Benz Pass US Emissions Rules appeared first on ExtremeTech.
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Software Product Assurance Engineer
2018-02-20 11:25:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. 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 Software Product Assurance Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description Software Product Assurance Engineer in the Software Product Assurance Section, Quality, Dependability and PA Support Division, Product Assurance and Safety Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. The Software Product Assurance SW PA Section provides functional support to ESA projects and is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of SW PA expertise and standards. It carries out technological research RD in the fields of SW PA requirements, techniques, methodologies and tools. It also collaborates in standardisation and training activities. Duties Reporting to the Head of Section and within the technical fields described above, the main tasks and responsibilities of the post holder will include providing expert technical support and consultancy to ESA projects, programmes and general studies in the field of SW PA throughout all project phases preparing and implementing general programmatic and technical SW PA requirements aligned with Agency standards and specifications establishing projectspecific programmatic and technical SW PA requirements based on the ESA product assurance baseline supporting projects in evaluating contractor documentation and efforts proposed for the execution of SW PA programmes supporting projects in monitoring contractor SW PA programme execution to ensure compliance with SW PA requirements established for projects evaluating proposed concepts, designs and operations for compliance with defined SW PA requirements defining, initiating and managing RD activities SW PA requirements, techniques, methodologies and tools covering longshortterm needs performing audits of contractors and their inhouse standards for compliance with ESA requirements and assessing the maturity of contractor software processes liaising with related engineering and product assurance specialists for overlapping fields of activity monitoring applicable scientific and technological trends and maintaining stateoftheart expertise contributing to dissemination of the results of the activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency. Technical competencies General background and specific experience in the technical domains covered by the position Understanding of related technologies, RD trends and the industrial landscape Project support experience in a relevant domain Experience with the application of SW product assurance tools and methods Experience in the management and monitoring of industrial activities, including participation in reviews Experience with Space Quality Standards and their preparation and implementation Behavioural competencies Communication Teamwork Customer Focus Problem Solving Results Orientation Planning Organisation Education A Masters degree or equivalent qualification in computer science, mathematics or software engineering is required. Additional requirements Experience in at least three of the following areas software product assurance in critical realtime applications, software engineering, software configuration management, dependability assessment of software intensive systems, software development and maintenance, software process assessment and auditing. Candidates must be eligible for security clearance by their national security administration. 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 20 March 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. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States when shortlisting for interview. 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. Apply HERE
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