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LEO Spacecraft Operations Engineer Consultancy Support 3 positions 1413058
2014-07-21 15:42:51| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Solenix is specialized in the provision of highquality software engineering, technical consulting and operations services in the aerospace domain. This vacancy note concerns an onsite consulting position at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany. LEO Spacecraft Operations Engineer Consultancy Support 3 positions 1413058 Job Description The Key person shall work in the Operations and Services to Users Department as a member of the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team. The key person shall be assigned and trained to provide operations expertise and support to one or more platform subsystems and or payload instruments, depending on his or her experience and the overall team needs. The key person shall also participate in coordinating the satellite operations activities of other team members and external teams responsible for onboard software management, simulator support, mission control, mission planning, flight dynamics and ground stations. Furthermore, the key person shall support system and operations preparation activities for MetopC, for Metop Second Generation satellites and possibly also for Sentinel3 and Jason CS. The key person shall be required to support operations during normal working hours, as well as support the oncall operations engineer rota, such that safe and efficient operations are ensured by the Spacecraft Operations Team on a 247 basis. The tasks of the Key person will typically include Support to the routine operations of Metop A, B and preparing for MetopC, comprising Provision of operational expertise to one or more platform subsystems andor payload instruments andor onboard software management, satellite simulator and ground segment operations interfaces. Maintain the corresponding operations documentation and flight procedures, including the update and operational validation of procedures releases in a configuration controlled environment Perform trending and performance analysis on the corresponding subsystems and instruments, including definition and possibly prototyping of additional analysis checks where necessary Investigations into satellite anomalies. This may require a close cooperation with the Operations Support Entity in ESTEC and Industry Support the coordination of partner agency interactions for relevant subsystemsinstruments Participation in the satellite oncall support rota Identification and support to implementation of system and process improvements concerning the Metop Spacecraft Operations Team responsibilities and interfaces. Support to the system and operations preparation of Metop Second Generation satellites Provide inputs and or review the definition of system and satellite operational concepts Review space to ground interface specifications and flight operations manuals Support the definition of tools and processes required to prepare for and operate the satellites. Support to the system and operations preparation of other LEO satellites Provide operations preparation support as required to the Sentinel3 and Jason CS developments. Required Skills and Experience University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following Spacecraft monitor and control operations Spacecraft operations preparation engineering Low Earth Orbit spacecraft design or Assembly Integration and Test activities at system or subsystem level. Fluency in English. The candidate should be selfmotivated and able to work in an organised and efficient manner with minimum supervision. Desirable Skills and Experience It would be a distinct advantage for the Key person to have experience with some of the following Inorbit operations of Low Earth Orbit Earth Observation satellites Experience in the operation or development of satellite ground segment facilities, in particular procedure development, monitor and control, mission planning, onboard software management, performance analysis, configuration management and simulator facilities The procedure development tool MOIS and the procedure execution language STOL The mission control systems EPOCH or SCOS Specification of system and operational concepts, facility requirements Familiarity with OnBoard Control Procedure and OnBoard Position Scheduler concepts Familiarity with the ECSS Packet Utilisation Standard, customisation and usage Familiarity with system change control and configuration management procedures Data analysis software packages such as MATLAB File parsing languages such as PERL, AWK Use of VBA for development of adhoc tools in MS Office applications. Strong data analysis, processing and synthesis skills are essential and an ability to recognise opportunities for improvements in areas of work and implement appropriate solutions is highly desirable. Good communication skills. Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 01 September 2014 Start of Work 01 January 2015 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page Notes to Applicants on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in Germany. Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process. Job Application Please send your applications electronically to careersolenix.ch before the application deadline 01 September 2014 Learn more about us in Facebook
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer XMMINTEGRAL
2014-07-21 13:42:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
As a long standing service provider to the European Space Agency, Thorn Satellite Data Services Thorn SDS is looking to fill an Engineering position, based in Darmstadt. We are offering an attractive salary along with a generous relocation package. With offices in both the UK and Germany, Thorn SDS is able to offer firstclass support and guidance throughout the application process from start to finish, developing long lasting relationships with each and every one of our candidates. A new opportunity has arisen for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to provide support to the astronomy and fundamental physics missions operated by ESOC. The candidate will initially support XMMNewton INTEGRAL primarily, but with the possibility of supporting other missions within the Astronomy and Fundamental Physics Missions Division at a later stage of the service provision. The primary areas of responsibility for this service are to support the Spacecraft Operations Managers in the development of operations procedures for onboard thermal control of platform and instruments, deorbiting, mission control system and simulator migration and automation activities. All applicants will require Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and operations i.e. OBDH, PowerThermal, propulsion system, instruments Knowledge of SCOS and procedure generation tools is desired, where experience of XMM Integral specific tools FOP tool, fopgen, MOIS, Operational Simulator, MCS, Database, Mission planning would be an asset. The successful candidate will work in the role of SOE on the XMM Integral missions and as such is required to have the basic qualifications for a SOE position. The following attributes would be considered advantageous Previous spacecraft operations experience is highly desirable Experience of ODBHOBSM is desirable. All candidates require a good working knowledge of the English language.
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer BepiColombo
2014-07-21 13:42:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
As a long standing service provider to the European Space Agency, Thorn Satellite Data Services Thorn SDS is looking to fill an Engineering position, based in Darmstadt. We are offering an attractive salary along with a generous relocation package. With offices in both the UK and Germany, Thorn SDS is able to offer firstclass support and guidance throughout the application process from start to finish, developing long lasting relationships with each and every one of our candidates. A new opportunity has arisen for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to support the Solar and Planetary Missions Division, with initial assignment to BepiColombo. To begin with the primary areas of responsibility will include Power, thermal and TTC subsystems Preparation, validation and maintenance of the BepiColombo mission planning rules and constraints The candidate may be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional subsystems or systems within the scope of general SOE services. All applicants require Previous experience in spacecraft powerthermal subsystem operations Understanding of interplanetary mission operations Understanding of Flight Control Team tasks and responsibilities pre and postlaunch Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Each of the following would be considered advantageous Strong educational background in engineering or science Previous experience in spacecraft TTC subsystem operations Handson experience with ground systems and facilities required to support spacecraft operations Operational experience with interplanetary missions Previous experience with mission planning processes and tools
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer ExoMars 2016 Mission
2014-07-21 13:42:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
As a long standing service provider to the European Space Agency, Thorn Satellite Data Services Thorn SDS is looking to fill an Engineering position, based in Darmstadt. We are offering an attractive salary along with a generous relocation package. With offices in both the UK and Germany, Thorn SDS is able to offer firstclass support and guidance throughout the application process from start to finish, developing long lasting relationships with each and every one of our candidates. A new opportunity has arisen for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to support the Solar and Planetary Missions Division, with initial assignment to the ExoMars 2016 Mission. To begin with the primary areas of responsibility will include Platform subsystems TTC, communications and Data Relay Preparation, validation and maintenance of the internal and external interfaces for Mars data relay operations. The candidate may be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional subsystems or systems within the scope of general SOE services. All applicants require Previous experience in spacecraft platform subsystem operations Operational experience with interplanetary missions Understanding of Flight Control Team tasks and responsibilities pre and postlaunch Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Ability to coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields Each of the following would be considered advantageous Strong educational background in engineering or science Operational experience with TTC subsystems, data relay indirect operations concepts Handson experience with ground systems and facilities required to support spacecraft operations Previous experience with mission planning processes
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer TTC
2014-07-21 13:42:03| 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 Spacecraft Operations Engineer TTC to support our customer in Germany. Spacecraft Operations Engineer TTC Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the ExoMars Flight Control Team FCT, you will have the following responsibilities Support the TTC subsystem platform and act as back up of at least one spacecraftground subsystems AOCS, Data Handling, TTC, Payload instrument, Mission Control System, Simulator or Mission Planning Preparation, validation and maintenance of the internal and external interfaces for Mars data relay operations Coordinate TTC operations with relevant Ground Operations Engineers and Flight Dynamics Write and maintain operational procedures and reports Actively participate in the relevant technical meetings and teleconferences. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent Experience in spacecraft platform subsystems and operations i.e. OBDH, PowerThermal, propulsion system, instruments Operational experience with interdisciplinary missions Understanding of Flight Control Team tasks and responsibilities pre and postlaunch Ability to coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields Handson experience with ground systems and facilities required to support spacecraft operations is desirable Operational experience with TTC subsystems, data relay indirect operations concepts Previous experience with mission planning processes is advantageous Fluency in English is mandatory. This job is located in Darmstadt. We are looking for candidates who are available from January 2015 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 to Ms Sarah Gonschorek at jobshespace.com, quoting job reference DEDSC2314 before 03Sep14. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!
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