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Spacecraft AOCS Software Engineer

2017-07-18 12:11:20| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

SCISYS is currently seeking a highcalibre software engineer to join the Space Division, based in Bristol, UK. Our spacecraft onboard software group are currently seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious and motivated individual with expertise in the area of developing mathematical software such as onboard attitude and orbit control software. We deliver a wide range of projects and products to our customers, such as the European Space Agency, spanning large scale system developments used to control satellites to small technology studies involving prototypes and technology demonstrators. This is an extremely exciting opportunity to be involved in the development of prestigious ESA space missions, such as ExoMars. As a team lead or senior engineer within the group you will be responsible for leading and contributing significantly to our onboard software development teams. Successful candidates should possess some or all of the following skills and expertise This post would suit a candidate with post graduate qualifications and a handful of years of experience in mathematical modelling and the development of mathematical software. Although ideal, experience in the space sector is not essential. Tasks will include requirements analysis, software design, software implementation and software validationverification. In addition to these engineering tasks, candidates will be expected to present and communicate any work undertaken in both commercial and academic environments. Working for SCISYS involves work that offers a good technical challenge. Our staff are enthusiastic, selfstarters who thrive in a dynamic environment where our size means we are large enough to count and small enough to care. The work will be based in our Bristol office in the UK. Essential Skills A degree or equivalent in a mathematically based subject Experience in mathematical modelling using tools such as MatlabSimulink Excellent allround programming skills, preferably in C andor Ada Knowledge experience of the software lifecycle An analytical approach and problem solving abilities Ability and motivation to work autonomously and technically interact with customer representatives. Ability to interpret and write technical documentation Good personal skills candidates must be able to work in a collaborative team environment Must be willing to work on diverse range of projects It is expected that the roles will include some customer interaction, so candidates need to be fluent in English and confident in their role to represent the company Flexible to travel to customer sites both UK and nonUK and willing to work on customer sites Eligibility to work and live in the UK Willing to have Security Clearance Desirable Skills PhD or postgraduate masters in a mathematically based subject Knowledge or experience of spacecraft attitude and orbit control systems Experience in developing mission critical embedded software Knowledge or experience of spacecraft flight dynamics Experience in Control theory Experience of software unit testing tools such as ADAtest or Cantata Team leadership experience Knowledge of ECSS standards SCISYS offers a comprehensive range of benefits including pension, life assurance and private healthcare.

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Spacecraft Operations Engineer for Copernicus Sentinel2

2017-06-28 17:11:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Telespazio VEGA Deutschland is the first choice aerospace company for IT and engineering solutions and services. With more than 350 employees in Germany we shape the future of aerospace together and beyond. Our staff play a key role in determining our success through their qualifications, motivation, enthusiasm, different cultural backgrounds and their sense of teamwork. We are passionate about delivering exciting Space Programs for and with our customers. Through our large frame contracts with ESOC, EUMETSAT and DLR, we offer a futureoriented and trusting work environment, multicultural teams, as well as challenging jobs on space missions for graduates up until experienced professionals. This is a job for an experienced Spacecraft Operations Engineer with focus on Data Handling Systems and Payload looking for a flathierarchy environment that values your innovative and technical expertise. The successful applicant will become a member of the Earth Observation Missions team, based at ESOC, Darmstadt, Germany. We are looking forward to meeting you! ResponsibilitiesDuties The general activities to be supported by this service are Study of Project specific Characteristics and Ground Segment Documentation Participation in the Analysis and Design of Satellite Operations Preparation Update of Flight Control and Contingency Procedures Mission Management and Mission Planning Support Participation in the Training and Simulation Programmes Participation in Routine and Critical Operations General Flight Control Support Spacecraft Performance Analysis QualificationsExperience University degree or equivalent education in Electric or Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering. Essential Skills Spacecraft Flight Operations knowledge, including FDIR, in particular for the Data Handling Subsystem Earth Observation Payload Operations experience. Experience with Packet Utilisation Standard. Hands on familiarity with operational tools MCS, Simulator, DB browser, MOIS or equivalent tool. 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. Experience with low Earth orbit satellites operations, including experience in preparatory phase OPSPREP, special operations LEOP, Deorbiting campaign and operational phase routine Ability to work independently and with little supervision. Ability to work in an organised manner, with good reporting skills and reliable deadline meeting. Coordination skills with internal Flight Control Team, and external payload data centre, Satellite developer, simulator developer parties. Fluency in English. Desirable Skills Familiarity with the ESOC environment. Familiarity with low Earth orbit satellites. Familiarity with OBSM. Your Benefits of joining us By joining the Telespazio family, you will enjoy all the benefits of a competitive salary in a sustainable work environment, flexible working time models, diverse advancement and training possibilities for technical, language and soft skills, a generous holiday package as well as a company pension scheme. We support you with your relocation. Through our wide network, we can also support your partner in finding a job at your new work location. 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 Anke Mayer.

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Spacecraft Systems Engineer

2016-10-27 13:05:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

An experienced Systems Engineer is required for a full time position to work for one of the UKs most innovative young companies, a World leader in electronic systems for small and miniature satellites. The company is looking to expand its engineering team to meet rapidly growing customer demand for our products as this exciting market expands. We are looking to recruit a Systems Engineer who can work within our Operations team to deliver Spacecraft Platform system solutions. Responsibilities will include Nanosatellite spacecraft platform requirement and architecture definition, and system design. Working with the integrated team to ensure that the design and performance of the platform meets its specified requirements, including software, subsystem and unit performances. Monitoring and ensuring that the Spacecraft interfaces are consistent with the Payload, System and quality aspects expected. Design and delivery of relevant operational requirements to control and operate the Spacecraft systems. Analysis and predictionmodellingsimulation of performance parameters on the platform and monitoring these throughout the project phases, ensuring they meet the top level system design requirements, and customer expectations. Supporting platform and lowerlevel reviews, as well as supporting spacecraft level reviews and any nonconformance reviews. Skills required Minimum BEng or BSc Engineering subject, Physics, Maths, or suitable experience in lieu. Previous experience of developing aerospace products through the full Systems Engineering lifecycle, from Concept of Operations to customer acceptance. Knowledge and experience of Software and Hardware development processes, project scheduling, team and task management. Demonstrable experience in the design and management of at least two of the following and an understanding of the others o Networking Communications o Near RealTime Data Processing, dissemination and on board data archiving o Attitude sensing and control o RF systems o EO and M2M systems o Power generation and control systems o Ground control systems Working knowledge of standard systems engineering processes and standards, e.g. ECSS, INCOSE, and experience of tailoring to meet the business and customer requirements. Able to perform effectively under high workloads and be able to adapt to a rapidlychanging timecritical environment. Able to commit to the plan and deliver the expected results on time, or to report proactively if any deviations are foreseen. Work in teams and good interpersonal skills to coordinate with team leaders and key stakeholders as well as in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. Ability to write technical documentation and training material for end users or other team members. Skills Desirable Previous experience in a Space Engineering environment. Experience in Integration, Verification and Validation of Data Processing, Ground Segment and Spacecraft communications with particular emphasis on LEO applications. Experience in Spacecraft RF Systems Engineering or an aptitude to learn. MATLAB and SolidWorks CAD modelling experience. Please submit CV and covering letter to careersclydespace.com Clyde Space has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, if you are made an offer of employment, this will be subject to Clyde Space verifying that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work. Please note that if you have not heard anything from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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Spacecraft AITAIV Engineer

2016-10-24 14:03:45| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Spacecraft AITAIV Engineer ESTEC, Ref no 16 11870 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defence, nondefence 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 For our customer, ESAESTEC, we are seeking an experienced Spacecraft AITAIV Engineer to work at Airbus Defence Space, Bremen, Germany and ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Responsibilities You will be assigned to MultiPurpose Crew Vehicle European Service Vehicle MPCVESM Project within the Directorate of Human Spaceflight Robotic Exploration. Reporting to the Head of the MPCVESM Verification and AIT Section, you will be located in Airbus DS in Bremen after a period of initial training at ESTEC, Noordwijk. The tasks will cover Follow up on a daily basis of the timely execution of the EM 1 assembly , integration and test activities Follow up of the timely and successful implementation of the qualification test plan at EM1 vehicle level Follow up of the timely and successful implementation of the acceptance test plan of the EM1 Equipment and subsystems reviews for what concern the AIV activities Tracking and review of all the test reports from the EM1 verification plan and the resolution of encountered anomalies Main milestones review meetings of the EM 1 Master Schedule Follow up of the EM2 assembly, integration and test activities in parallel to the EM1 campaigns Obtain from Airbus delivery managers the subcompanies AIV activity progress against the critical path for subsystemsequipment and report to the project. Report activity progress the critical path of EM 1 assembly , integration and test activities This position is full time located at Airbus DS, Bremen, Germany. Relocation of the work back to ESTEC may be required as the project evolves. The requested start of work is midNovember 2016 ASAP. Qualifications Competencies The successful candidate shall have A Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent At least 4 years of relevant professional working experience, including mandatory experience in the definition and implementation AIV activities for spacecraft Excellent planning, organization, interpersonal and communications skills in order to be able to follow the industrial assembly, integration and test activities. Demonstrated ability to work within a complex programme structure and capability of working autonomously with minimal supervision. Knowledge of ECSS standards in system engineering, testing and verification. Working language is English, knowledge of German language is an asset. 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 Applicants should apply through the link below. For further information, please contact Mr. Simon Mills by telephone 31 6 2326 2398 or by email smiterma.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link below with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date November 8th 2016 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. A Certificate of Conduct will be applied for at commencement of employment.

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Senior Spacecraft Mechanisms Engineer

2016-09-13 12:04:54| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Airbus Defence and Space is a division of Airbus Group formed by combining the business activities of Cassidian, Astrium and Airbus Military. The new division is Europes number one defence and space enterprise, the second largest space business worldwide and among the top ten global defence enterprises. It employs some 40,000 employees generating revenues of approximately 14 billion per year. A vacancy for a Senior Spacecraft Mechanisms Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence Space Limited in Stevenage. You will be responsible for detailed design, development and verification activities under limited supervision of high reliability, complex space mechanisms for both telecoms spacecraft and science missions You will work closely with senior team members to continue development of knowledge of space mechanism design and verification Some delegation and supervision of junior engineers Mentoring and knowledge transfer to less experienced and junior members of the team. The successful candidate will be subject to security clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs. Your main tasks and responsibilities will include Understanding and working to a detailed technical specification. Under limited supervision, perform mechanisms related design, analyses and tradeoffs. Preparation of reports for management, project and department. Carry out tradeoffs and preliminary concept designs for early phase science studies. Develop and maintain excellent customer working relationships. Assist in preparation of technical elements for bids and proposals. Support other Airbus Defence and Space departments on studies e.g. ENS and ESA Phase A studies. Support existing projects within Airbus Defence and Space in a Mechanisms Expert role, when required. Authoring of clear and concise technical reports and processes, demonstrating a clear understanding of mechanism design, manufacture and test. Contribute to work packages to ensure tasksactivities are completed on time, on cost and on quality. Support the project responsible engineer RE during development, qualification and acceptance verification and validation. Work closely with the project manager to ensure schedule and budgets are closely adhered to. This role will involve some travel for business and as such you must be able to travel accordingly. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Engineering Degree in Mechanical Engineering with experience in the SpaceAerospace or AutomotiveF1 industry would be appreciated. Proven experience working with Complex, high reliability Mechanisms. A sound working knowledge of Motors, Gearboxes, Tribology and understanding the selection of Materials for harsh environments. Ability to do hand calculations for stress and thermal. Basic electrical knowledge, particularly working with Ohms Law. Experience of environmental and functional testing. Hands on design experience of 3D CAD tools and other engineering tools. Excellent presentation and communication skills. Fluency in English. Please apply for this vacancy on line at our careers site www.jobs.airbusgroup.com with your CV attached. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus Group using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus Group. Airbus Group is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. To apply click here

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