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Principal Engineer
2019-11-25 09:11:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
SES Government Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of SES SA, operating independently under the authority of a DSS proxy agreement. Leveraging a 30year heritage of experience in the government SATCOM market, we offer comprehensive satellitebased communications solutions that enable federal agencies, by the use of secure broadband communications, to fulfill both routine and missioncritical requirements. With access to a fleet of 54 satellites, our full range of satellite services and endtoend solutions allows for secure, reliable communications and comprehensive global coverage. Our reputation for operational excellence and highly reliable network solutions has been validated by longterm relationships with diverse government, Intelligence Community and other civilian and defenserelated agencies. Principal Engineer United States Reston, Virginia Context The Principal Engineer designs satellite network solutions for SES SG Customers. As part of proposal efforts, leads engineering teams to design and develop complete satellite engineering solutions. Must display extensive design knowledge in the following disciplines RF Systems, IP network design and engineering, terrestrial systems design, SATCOM System Designs, Implementation, Modulation Schemes, encoding and complex VSAT network Design using TDMA and Spread Spectrum technology and other leading edge technologies. ExperienceQualifications Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Prior experience in US Military, NATO or Federal Government Contracts 10 15 years experience with Satellite Network Design, and Satellite Communications Systems including turn key designs Indepth understanding of technical information defined in CSSRs and PWS Experience with spectrum managementplanning, secondary disciplines in general facility, power and sub system design Extensive background in Satellite Communications and Spectrum Management Ability to interpret complex terrestrial engineering requirements Ability to articulate technical solutions for proposals Extensive knowledge of satellite link budgets Ability to work with sales team and perform sales engineering activities. Five years experience in satellite network design Knowledge of MC systems, SNMP Architecture and Network Management Systems Extensive knowledge of iDirect equipment Excellent knowledge of communications systems design and implementation Excellent interpersonal and communications skills oral and written Ability to effectively interact with senior management, BD and SES technical resources Excellent organizational skills and a team player Essential Job Functions Responds to U. S. Government requests for proposals by providing engineering solutions Leads engineering efforts in support of request for proposals Generates and develops equipment installation plan and service acceptance test plans Generates Statement of Work for equipment integrators and service providers Specifies equipment, and services as per design solutions and requirements Generates engineering drawings and documentation Provides technical support to field operations personnel in resolving circuit problemsissues Designs solutions for specific customer and program requirements Assists Sales and Account executives with defining requirements Maintains working and up to date knowledge of not only SES GS satellite fleet, but of all satellite vendors that could provide satellite solutions viewed either as as partners or competitors Evaluates existing infrastructure and customer solutions for upgradesimprovements Attends customer meetings and conferences as necessary Develops vendor relationships with new and existing suppliers SES Government Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply HERE
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Principal System Engineer
2019-05-04 08:30:26| 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. Principal System Engineer 1913209 Job Description We are looking for a System Engineer for our client, EUMETSAT. You will join a team responsible for maintaining the overall system design documentation of the existing and future ground segment level systems, data processing systems and multimission elements MMEs, hereafter named as systems. The teams tasks will typically include but not necessarily be limited to the following Contribute to the system Requirements Definition process andor maintaining existing requirements baselines maintenance, for all the operational ground systems, of a complete and consistent set of System Technical Documentation and the baseline creation of System Engineering models of Ground Systems using an MBSE approach e.g. Enterprise Architect andor maintaining existing model baselines IVV testing approach for major evolutions of the operational ground systems and contribute to the coordination of the installation, integration and verification of new systems into the operational infrastructure various OPS TSS Projects and associated reviews, as required, providing System Engineering contributions during the design phase and contribute actively to the definition of the IVV activities assessment of Engineering Tasks providing System Engineering expertise to CRBs and ARBs impact analysis of ICT evolutions in operational systems analysis, investigations and resolution of system and ground segment level anomalies OPS regular coordination processes as requested Perform technical analysis of system architecture and specification evolutions or major upgrades of the operational ground systems, for interfaces coherence and compatibility check with other ongoing developments. Provide expert inputs to EUMETSAT engineers on all related activities as requested. In the role of services to the development of new EUM programmes, the tasks shall include Participate to the description of the system architecture and interfaces between external systems and the mission specific elements of the ground system including data processing systems and MMEs. In coordination with the system and interface engineers of the future ground segment, ensure that the definition and documentation of new interfaces are compatible with the methodology used in Operations this includes the use of common templates for Interface Control Document and the use of the same tool for maintaining the interfaces data dictionary. Provide support to the definition of the IVV approach for the future ground system. Required Skills and Experience Two to four years minimum experience in Systems Engineering and architectural design for data processing systems, MMEs and ground segment systems. Capability to prepare system requirements and design documents, and to perform systemlevel analyses for complex satellitebased systems. Writing technical requirements preferably to ECSS standards. Interface management and definition. Familiarity with mechanisms and tools for detailed interface definition. Capability to prepare and manage ICD. Use of modelling and design languages for System Engineering e.g. SysML and tools in support of architectural design activities e.g. Enterprise Architect. Knowledge of space and ground system engineering processes, and system and software lifecycles and standards. Definition, management and traceability of requirements structure with the support of dedicated tools e.g. DOORS. Integration, Verification and Validation IVV of complex systems. In addition, for the accomplishment of the listed tasks, the team shall possess knowledge and experience in the following two mandatory domains, and minimum of two nonmandatory Mandatory Data processing IVV for Ground Segment Nonmandatory Dissemination Archive systems Ground Stations Computer systems Mission Control and Monitoring Systems Desirable Skills and Experience It would be an advantage for the service team to have knowledge andor experience with some of the following Full development cycle of large systems, from the definition of requirements to system design and testing Configuration Control processes and tools Familiarity with the ECSS standards. Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 27 May 2019 Start of Work July 2019 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 27 May 2019. Learn more about us in Facebook
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Principal Process Engineer
2018-07-18 04:27:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Rocket Lab is seeking a highly experienced, extremely motivated and dynamic Process Engineer to join the dynamic production team at their Auckland, New Zealand facility. They will lead and mentor a team of junior manufacturing engineers MEs within our rapidly growing team. This engineering group supports all aspects of the Electron production line, from the propulsion team manufacturing the Rutherford and Curie engines, to mechanical and avionic assembly and composite manufacture. They support the assembly line technicians by creating the assembly work instructions, complete quality investigations, and develop process improvements. The successful applicant will have managed direct reports before. The departmental Production Managers will have managerial responsibility over the ME team, but the Principal Engineer will be functionally responsible for the output of all Manufacturing Engineers at the Auckland facility. The Principal Engineer and their team will be responsible for production line support and troubleshooting. They will have considerable experience in high paced, high volume manufacturing facilities, where seconds count and the supporting engineers must resolve issues quickly and efficiently. The assembly technicians are their customers keeping them operating at maximum efficiency is a core deliverable for this team. This role is not for someone who likes to sit at a desk all day. It requires active time on the production floor, investigating a problem at the source and running it down. The Principal Engineer will draw on their extensive practical background to work through to the simplest and most costeffective solution. Excellent communication skills are a must, as conflicting priorities across multiple departments will need to be juggled to achieve the best result. Where issues on the production line occur, the Principal Engineer will use their experience in quality analysis to triage the problem and minimise the disruption. They will draw on their knowledge in 6 Sigma and Root Cause Analysis, to thoroughly investigate the issue and ensure that procedures andor design improvements are implemented to prevent it from recurring. The Electron launch vehicle production process involves thousands of hours of detailed hand assembly across multiple different trade skills. The Principal Process Engineer will be an expert in Value Stream Mapping and process optimisation. With a background in Continuous Improvement, they will be expected to be constantly looking to optimise the assembly process to reduce cost and takt time, and improve reliability, either with waste reduction or reengineering. Where a requirement to change a process is identified, the Principal Engineer will lead the Process Mapping Review and then own the change from concept through to implementation. The Principal Process Engineer will be expected to be able to provide technical support to the design teams with upcoming design changes. Evaluation of manufacturability and production optimisation. They will be responsible for ensuring that new designs can be integrated into the production line in a planned, considered method, with a minimum of disruption to the assembly flow. This will involve attending design reviews, assisting with qualification testing and developing the production process for implementation. The ME team are responsible for writing the work instructions that document the assembly process of Electron, ensuring repeatability and reliability. These work instructions form the backbone of all manufacturing operations, capturing all procedures, quality steps, and test results. Their consistency, completeness and simplicity will be the responsibility of the ME team, and ultimately the Principal Engineer, to maintain and update. By having oversight of all Manufacturing Engineers, the Principal Process Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that standard practices are followed across the company. In many cases, they may be responsible for the creation of these standard practices. They will be the senior reviewer of work instructions to ensure that these practices are implemented. The health and safety of all staff is a primary concern at Rocket Lab, and the Principal Engineer will be involved in the creation of new policies and procedures to protect staff from harm and ensuring that these policies are implemented and followed at all times. Skills Experience required A Mechanical Engineering degree or similar is a minimum requirement. Practical, handson experience in both professional and personal environments. Ideally in one or more areas of precision mechanical assembly, avionicselectronics, additive manufacturing, or composite manufacture. At least 15 years professional experience in complex design and manufacturing environments. Ideally production lines with a significant proportion of hand assembly. Be able to demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of value stream mapping, statistical process control. A background in Lean manufacturing and 6 Sigma is a bonus. Experience in process analysis and reengineering. Demonstrated history of designing and implementing process change in a manufacturing environment. Experience in writing technical reports and assembly instructions. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, is a must. Proven experience in managing a team of direct reports. About Rocket Lab USA Rocket Labs mission is to revolutionize the way we access space. We develop and launch advanced rockets to put small payloads into orbit more frequently, at a fraction of the cost of cumbersome traditional launch services. We are ushering in a new era of unprecedented access to space. Small satellites have a crucial role to play in improving understanding of our planet and humanitys impact on it. Rocket Labs lightweight carbon composite Electron launch vehicle is designed to give these satellites dedicated launches and flexible orbit options. From realtime earth imaging and improved natural disaster prediction, to crop management and global internet, improved access to space enables us to take informed, deliberate steps in the management of our planet. On May 25 2017, Electron made history as the first orbitalclass launch vehicle to reach space from a private launch facility. It marked a significant milestone in eliminating commercial barriers and opening space for business. Founded in 2006 by Peter Beck, Rocket Lab is headquartered in Los Angeles with operations and a launch site in New Zealand. It is a privately funded company with investors including Khosla Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners, Lockheed Martin, Promus Ventures and Data Collective. Important Information For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here httpwww.pmddtc.state.govregulationslawsitar.html.
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Principal Instrument Engineer
2018-07-13 13:26:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. 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 Principal Instrument Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description Principal Instrument Engineer, Meteorological Operational Second Generation MetOpSG Payload Section, MetOpSG Project Division, Earth Observation Projects Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. MetOpSG is an operational meteorological programme established in cooperation with Eumetsat, ESA being responsible for the definition and development of the space segment and the procurement of the recurrent satellites on Eumetsats behalf. Duties Reporting to the MetOpSG Payload Manager, the postholder will be responsible for all aspects of MicroWave Imager MWI radiometer instrument design, development, testing and performance activities under the MetOpSG Programme. The main tasks and responsibilities for the radiometer instrument include Managing and monitoring all aspects of instrument specification, design, implementation and testing, ensuring full compliance is maintained and demonstrated with systemlevel technical and programmatic requirements. Monitoring the industrial progress and design evolution at instrument and equipment levels, ensuring they remain consistent with MetOpSG technical and programmatic requirements. Providing early warning of potential problem areas, ensuring appropriate mitigation actions are identified and implemented. Ensuring that operability of the instrument is fully compatible with overall MetOpSG satellite operations, observability and availability requirements. Coordinating specialist support as necessary. Monitoring the definition and execution of instrument calibration, ensuring availability of key data for processing. Ensuring timely availability of inputs for onground characterisation and inorbit commissioning campaigns. Interfacing and coordinating with the science team and user groups in conjunction with Eumetsat. Participating in instrument and satellite project reviews coordinating all aspects relating to the instrument. Monitoring, with Radiometers Performance Engineer support, the development of performance assessment tools, including instrument simulators and models in industry or internally, analysing missionperformance impacts resulting from deviations during instrument or system development. Supporting satellite AIV activities, preparation of the launch campaign and inorbit commissioning of the instrument. Monitoring the MWI risks and associated mitigation actions, including completion of ESA pre development life test activity. The postholder will be supported by a Radiometers Performance Engineer and by specialist engineers from within the MetOpSG team and from ESAs Technical Directorate as appropriate, and is expected to cooperate closely with other members of the MetOpSG Programme Team. Technical competencies Experience in spaceborne microwave instrument development Experience in the management and monitoring of industrial activities, including participation in reviews Technical knowledge of microwave instruments including radiometers expertise Experience in instrument performance and verification System awareness e.g. accommodation of instrument on satellite, endtoend aspects Experience in multiagency cooperative programmes Knowledgeexperience of Technical support within ESA, ensuring best level technical support for the Project Behavioural competencies Communication Planning Organisation Problem Solving Responsible DecisionMaking Results Orientation Teamwork Self Motivation Integrity Preparation for interview Education Engineering degree Master level or equivalent qualification in a relevant physical sciences. Additional requirements Applicants should have extensive experience in the deployment of high performance microwave radiometer instruments for space applications. Solid, handson experience in instrument development in a projectprocurement environment is required. A demonstrated ability to work within a multiagency cooperative programme is an advantage. 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 26 August 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. When shortlisting for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. 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. Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band A2 however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level. Apply HERE
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Principal System Engineer
2018-02-22 11:25:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Telecommunications and Integrated Applications. 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 Principal System Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description The post holder will initially be responsible for technical management and support for all system activities related to the Iris Project, reporting functionally to the Iris Project Manager and hierarchically to the Head of the Future Telecom Programme Consolidation Section. Duties Leading the management of Iris Project system activities in accordance with its declared programme objectives. Leading implementation and operational demonstration of the endtoend Iris system including safety of life services and commercial oriented applications, in line with the air traffic management strategy and requirements set by SESAR and the EC. Leading endtoend Iris system aspects and activities, encompassing requirements definition, system development and validation, performance verification, including implementation of predevelopments and validation tools. Coordinating implementation and validation of the Iris system segments against functional and performance requirements, including operational demonstration. Acting as technical interface for system aspects with relevant external bodies e.g SESAR working groups, committees with industry. Acting as technical interface with European and global standardisation bodies, coordinating the required ESA and industry work in support. Supporting the Project Manager in leading contracts with industry in line with programme objectives. Providing regular technical and programmatic reporting to TIA management at all levels. In his role the postholder will receive functional support from the assigned system team and specialised engineering support from the Directorate of Telecommunications Integrated Applications and the Directorate of Technology, Engineering Quality. At the end of the Iris Project, the postholder will resume hisher duties within the Future Telecom Programme Consolidation Section. Being part of the future Telecom Programme ConsolidationSection, the postholder may be required to support the following activities Initiating and managing prospect studies on mission concepts and system architectures, with the aim of detecting new market opportunities for satcom systems and services Defining all elements related to the endtoend missionsystem architecture of new projects Managing preparatory activities technical and programmatic of new telecom satellite programmes interacting with key stakeholders satellite operatorsservice providers, satellite manufacturing industry and ESA Members States Delegations Contributing to preparation of ARTES FP and ARTES AT work plans for systemrelated activities Contributing to definition of technology roadmaps and the technology knowledge base for the various satcom market segments Acquiring and further improving endtoend system engineering expertise for the development of new system concepts under new ESA projectsprogrammes, providing the Directorate with such expertise, coordinating system assessment tools and TEC support. Technical competencies Knowledge of industrial costs and schedule aspects Complex project risk management processes Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes Ability to support the definition of a technology development strategy Experience in ESA procurement processes and contract management as well as applied negotiation skills System engineering and understanding of system requirements and interfaces Behavioural competencies Communication Responsible DecisionMaking Results Orientation Relationship Management Self Motivation Education Applicants should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in telecommunications engineering. 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 22 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. When shortlisting for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. 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. Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band A2 however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level. Apply HERE
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