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Senior Spacecraft Operations Engineer
2021-09-16 17:13:31| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Astroscale UK is looking for an experienced Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE to join our team in Harwell. Following on from the successful launch of our ELSAd orbital debris removal mission we now require an additional person to join our team of 5 engineers. This position offers a great opportunity for someone who is looking to take the next step in their career as the responsibilities cover a wide variety of tasks which may normally be split between Spacecraft Operations, Spacecraft Controllers, Mission Managers, Analysts and System Engineers. The successful candidate will be expected to perform at a high level across a broad range of activities. We are looking for an SOE with a significant wealth of experience in all aspects of mission operations and operations preparation. Work will include involvement in multiple missions from operations aspects of feasibility studies contribution to Space Situational Awareness projects with academic, industrial and government agency partners involvement in mission development from phase 0 A through to LEOP Mission execution End of Life operations ongoing development of mission control facilities including contributing to the definition and development of Astroscales Mission Control Centre. The candidate will be expected to contribute to multiple projects with minimal daytoday supervision. There is a lot of potential for the right person to make a lasting impact on how Astroscale employs novel operations concepts and technologies to operate a growing fleet of missions with a small and focussed team. Initiative, innovation and the ability to rapidly see ideas through from conception to implementation are essential. This is a 95 role however there maybe times when long days are required such as when we are carrying out a critical mission phase. Responsibilities Act as an operations technical lead for missions and projects. Provide guidance and mentoring to less senior team members via collaborative involvement in ongoing projects and missions. Perform routine and critical realtime spacecraft operations. Act as SpaCon SOE Mission Manager as required during operations for all mission phases. To ensure robustness redundancy in our small operations team, all members are expected to rotate roles continually. Develop and participate in operations support functions e.g. planning and scheduling processes, oncall rota, coordination with spacecraft engineering, flight dynamics and ground segment teams etc. Develop, validate and maintain nominal and contingency mission operations procedures automated manual. Propose and develop operational solutions to enable a small team of engineers to control multiple inflight spacecraft with minimal workload overhead. The ability to envisage novel operational approaches will be required. Develop, validate and maintain operations tools and scripts. Prepare spacecraft user manuals and other operations documentation. Contribute to the development of mission operations concepts, mission review cycles PDR, CDR ORR etc, reliably predicting and addressing operational concerns during the mission development process. Provide operations expertise at system, subsystem and instrument level supporting ongoing mission development, bid proposals and other activities as required. Perform health and performance trend analysis at system, subsystem and instrument level. Investigate spacecraft anomalies and participate in anomaly resolution process. Contribute to the definition and development of Astroscale UKs operations centre. Interface internally externally as required in support of operations activities and ensure all relevant information is formatted and disseminated appropriately. Participate in occasional 247 shift during critical mission phases and ongoing oncall rotations. Essential Skills University degree in a relevant engineering discipline 5 10 years of demonstrable satellite industry experience, preferably realtime operations as part of a flight control team operating a Low Earth Orbit LEO mission through the complete life cycle. Comprehensive knowledge of satellite subsystems, in particular AOCSGNC or OBDH would be an asset Familiarity with the operation of mission control systems, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, onboard software management, configuration management and simulator facilities Satellite performance monitoring and reporting, including anomaly analysis and resolution in liaison with satellite industry, procedure change control and configuration management processes Ability to operate without error in a calm, orderly and disciplined manner during high stress situations. Able to identify problems, perform root cause analysis and implement appropriate solutions in a timely manner. Detail orientated and able to work using own initiative with limited supervision, as well as alongside other team members. Able to conceptualise nonstandard spacecraft operations practices in order to meet the demands of Astroscales multiple parallel projects and missions with a very small team of engineers. An effective English language communicator at all levels with skills to CEFR Level B2 Independent User or TOEIC 700. Desired Skills Familiarity with mission control systems, preferably SCOS2000 based Experience of satellite assembly, integration testing processes Experience with systems engineering aspects of SC operations Experience of formationflying or closeproximity satellite operations Familiarity with operations preparation tools Software coding experience Knowledge of Flight Dynamics and Orbital Mechanics Familiarity of relevant ECSS standards relating to Ground Systems Operations. Location Astroscale UK Harwell. The candidate should be open to the possibility of travelling to Astroscale Japan Tokyo for short periods. About Astroscale Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company dedicated to inorbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, we are developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of inorbit servicing missions, including End of Life services, Active Debris Removal, Insitu Space Situational Awareness and Life Extension Services, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate against the hazardous buildup of debris in space. Headquartered in Japan, our company has rapidly expanding offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Israel and Singapore. Weve grown to over two hundred Space Sweepers with an international outlook and a shared passion to protect our space environment for future generations. In March 2021, we launched our pioneering technology mission, ELSAd, the worlds first commercial mission to demonstrate debris removal capability and technology in low Earth orbit. Astroscale UK ASUK was founded in 2017 and has grown to over 50 staff. Were located on the Harwell Campus near Oxford, where you could work alongside multiple teams including Mission Operations and Ground Segment, Programme Engineering, Business Development, Marketing Communications and Business Operations. Our Values Mission People Focused Innovative and Pioneering Diverse Transparent Customer Focused
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Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem ADCS Propulsion
2021-09-03 15:12:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Role Description Summary At SES, we cultivate an inclusive and healthy work environment that enables us to drive business success. As a company dedicated to Diversity Inclusion, we believe our story should reflect those of the millions we serve. We are committed to increasing the number of employees from underrepresented groups and nurturing an inclusive company culture where people can flourish. As part of SES Technology, the ADCS Propulsion Engineering team is responsible for the attitude control, data handling and propulsion subsystems across the SES fleet of GEO and MEO satellites. The team supports the full satellite lifecycle from satellite procurement through launch, onorbit operations, and retirement. Are you? A Spacecraft Engineer, who enjoys working internationally? Openminded, always on the lookout for new technologies? Proficient communicator towards both technical and nontechnical audiences? Primary ResponsibilitiesKey Result Areas Provide attitude dynamics, control, propulsion, and data handling expertise to nominal and contingency operations of the satellite fleet, including 247 oncall and outofhours support Monitor the onorbit satellites, and develop engineering software tools to verify performance, identify any degradation trend, anticipate evolution scenarios, and take appropriate action Support new satellite construction programmes, orbit raising operations, and development of the ground products required for satellite operations. Work closely with external satellite manufacturers Advise internal and external customers on satellite engineering topics to meet quality of customer services KPIs Improve efficiency and effectiveness of satellite in orbit operations, including process, procedures, monitoring, and data review Advance the use of machine learning and analytics to further automate execution of operations, identify out of family performance and diagnose anomalies Who We Are Looking For More About You In order to achieve the outcomes described above, we believe you will have the following SkillsCompetencies Happy to work with remote team members, as well as in a collaborative environment Ability to set priorities and dependable about delivering within time frame Ability to react to contingencies and cope with highstress situations. Preferred Education Experience a combination of education and experience will be considered A Masters Degree, or higher, in Space Engineering, with a specialization which includes spacecraft dynamics and control system theory and application. 0 to 3 years applicable professional experience in satellite engineering andor operations are desired, but not mandatory. Recent Graduate applications welcome. Proficiency with MATLAB andor Python programming language is required. Additional courses or knowledge in Computer or Data Science are beneficial. A valid driver license and personal transport are essential for oncall support. Willingness to travel internationally Fluency in English Whats in it for you Flexible working policy Bonus and equity plans Comprehensive and competitive benefits plans A range of wellness activities and employee assistance programmes varies by location An employer that values all aspects of Diversity and respects every individuals story The contents of this job description are subject to change. SES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. For the US only In conformity with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and the Export Administration Regulations EAR, andor other applicable U.S. law, regulation or other requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, certain positions may require U.S. Citizenship, status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324ba3, or eligibility to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Apply HERE
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Copernicus Spacecraft Operations Engineer
2021-08-31 16:14:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Are you fascinated about Space? Do you have a proven experience as an Operations Engineer and system level knowledge and expertise of platform and optical payloads? You could be our new Copernicus Spacecraft Operations Engineer. Come and join talented diverse Serco team at the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites EUMETSAT based in Darmstadt, Germany. Serco is among the leading Space Industry and Services Companies. 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, our employees have been providing everyday their technical, scientific and management skills to support the full range of European cornerstone space missions. Package Description What we offer if you join our amazing team Competitive Salary Corporate Benefits Package Exciting relocation package if applicable Company events Main Responsibilities As Copernicus Spacecraft Operations Engineer you will concentrate your activities on the following Beside the routine operation of the Sentinel3 AB satellites, you will be involved in the preparation and early operations phases of the Sentinel3 C mission. Your major role in team are the operations of the Sentinel 3A and 3B satellites and the relevant system, platform and instrument. Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures. Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments. Investigation into satellite anomalies. Participation in satellite oncall support rota. In order to challenge your skills and experience, you will contribute to the missions success by Identification and support to the implementation of system and process improvements in the team. Develop and validate Sentinel3s innovative set of operational tools. Support the systems and operations preparation of the Sentinel3 C and the upcoming CO2M satellite. Successful Candidate Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring Proven experience as an Operations Engineer. System level knowledge and expertise of platform and optical payloads. Experience with prelaunch, development activities combined with the exposure to SVTs, operations validation, etc. Experience with mission control systems. Familiarity with OnBoard Control Procedures and OnBoard Scheduler concepts. Excellent communication skills Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering or any other related area. Minimum of five years in satellite operations and are well familiar with what it takes in operations preparation. Proven experience in software engineering to support satellite operations. Satellite mission controls systems for LEO satellite systems, especially SCOS2000. Experience in Earth Observation Missions would be a plus. 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. 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 Why should you join Serco ? At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play. Meaningful and vital work Youll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated. A world of opportunity Youll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression Great people Youll become an integral member of a welldefined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. What we offer Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services sector A company passionate about diversity and inclusion Permanent employment with comprehensive Serco Benefits package. Pension About Serco At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play when managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world, we are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone. By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks SercoInspire Gender, SercoEmbrace Multicultural, SercoUnlimited Disability and InSerco LGBT Networks. Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. Apply Please click on the apply button to be taken to our careers website Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. More at httpswww.serco.comeusectorexpertisespace httpswww.serco.comeucareerscareersinspace
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Sentinel3 Spacecraft Operations Engineer wmd
2021-08-30 12:12:31| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Telespazio Germany GmbH is the first choice European aerospace company for ICT and engineering solutions and services. We combine 40 years of experience in hightechnology markets, where trust and quality are essential. With more than 400 employees in Germany, we craft the future of aerospace together and beyond. Our staff plays a key role in resolving our success through their qualifications, motivation, passion, different cultural backgrounds and their sense of teamwork. We are looking for you passionate about space, remote sensing, team spirit, and strong payload experience. You will support our customer EUMETSAT, based in Darmstadt. Our excellent SOE team will deliver a state of the art spacecraft operations for the Sentinel3 constellation. Beside the routine operation of the Sentinel3 AB satellites, you will be involved in the preparation and early operations phases of the Sentinel3 C mission. The position is fulltime and permanent with the earliest starting date of November 2021. We are looking forward to meeting you! ResponsibilitiesDuties Your major role in team are the operations of the Sentinel 3A and 3B satellites and the relevant system, platform and instrument. Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures. Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments. Investigation into satellite anomalies. Participation in satellite oncall support rota. In order to challenge your skills and experience, you will contribute to the missions success by Identification and support to the implementation of system and process improvements in the team. Develop and validate Sentinel3s innovative set of operational tools. Support the systems and operations preparation of the Sentinel3 C and the upcoming CO2M satellite. QualificationsExperience You hold a Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering or any other related area. You have already been working four to five years in satellite operations and are well familiar with what it takes in operations preparation. You also have proven experience in software engineering to support satellite operations. Last, but not least you are familiar with satellite mission controls systems for LEO satellite systems, especially SCOS2000. Of course your experience in Earth Observation Missions especially COPERNICUS missions will be a huge plus! Crucial Skills Solid 4 years as an Operations Engineer. System level knowledge and expertise of platform and optical payloads. Experience with prelaunch, development activities combined with the exposure to SVTs, operations validation, etc. Experience with mission control systems. Familiarity with OnBoard Control Procedures and OnBoard Scheduler concepts. Be passionate about working in a dynamic work environment. Excellent communication skills. Negotiation level proficiency in English. Your Benefits of joining us Worklife balance Flexible working hours, home office, sabbatical time off for travelling around the world, extended parental leave, further education, etc., option to work part time Financial benefits Company pension plan, net wage optimisation programme including IT bicycle leasing, discounted annual ticket for public transport, employer loans, etc. Employee recommendation scheme We are grateful when our employees support us in finding new recruits. You will receive a bonus of 1,500 EUR to 3,000 EUR per successful recommendation Relocation support We offer our newcomers a relocation lump sum and support you in finding a suitable new home as well as in finding a school or nursery for your children and much more. Should need be, this can even include support in the search for a job for your partner. Career development For us, further education and training are an essential part of people management, because this is the only way we can achieve our goal, namely a longterm and successful work relationship with you. Would you like to change your professional focus and work on other projects or change geographically? We will support you here as well. Company event and activities We have BBQs, Christmas parties and TGIF Thank God Its Friday events. On top of that, we organise teambuilding events and events internal to departments to promote team spirit. Let us know if you have creative ideas for corporate events or new initiatives that you would like to introduce to our company culture, no matter whether they are of artistic or technical nature. Application Are you equally inspired by our visions and dreams? Get in touch with us today and send us your application! Your HR Contact for this position is Melanie Giesche. Our mail servers are using an antispam module that regularly checks global spam lists. If you are not able to send us an email, it might be because the mail server of your mail provider is listed on one of these lists. We therefore recommend you to use our application form at httpswww.telespazio.dejobs.
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Geostationary Satellite Systems
2021-08-02 15:14:23| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Thorn SDS is a part of the consortia currently providing spacecraft engineering services to EUMETSAT, the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites. We are searching for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to complement our team in Germany. This is a great opportunity to develop and grow your career in a multinational environment under the guidance of industry experts. Candidates must be excellent communicators in English with a passion for the Space Industry. The responsibilities of the service include the routine and special operations of operational METEOSAT spacecraft, continuous monitoring of spacecraft performance and the operations preparation of the next generation of geostationary spacecraft. In addition to a relevant university degree, team members are expected to have expertise across one or more subsystems METEOSAT, MTG or similar EO Payload would be ideal, thermal, power, TTC, knowledge of python programming and able to work seamlessly together with the rest of the team to ensure a level of competence is always available. Experience of Spacecraft Operations or Spacecraft Operations Preparation, preferably on Geostationary Earth Orbit GOE would be considered advantageous. The role will develop with the phases of the missions, so we are looking for engineers who can demonstrate initiative and flexibility in a fast paced environment. With experience of the full life cycle of spacecraft flight procedures, you must have carried out validation and testing, with relevant experience of low Earth orbit satellite operations. You will have worked on anomaly investigations and have developed appropriate programming skills. Juggling tasks and making the most of the resources available to you will be essential in this role. You will work with colleagues and partners, so you must be a team player with an ability to communicate complex ideas in a concise way. At Thorn SDS we are always seeking to identify high quality individuals who are looking to start or further a career in the space industry. These are fantastic roles with huge potential and we fully expect candidates to progress enormously, advancing into other engineering roles Please send your CV and covering letter in English to by 31st August 2021 to jmarkeythornsds.co.uk
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