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Dependability RAM and Safety Engineer
2015-07-29 18:05:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Dependability RAM and Safety Engineer in the Dependability and Safety Assurance Section of the Quality Dependability and PA Support Division, Product Assurance and Safety Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk Netherlands, with initial resident assignment in Toulouse France. DUTIES The Dependability RAM and Safety Engineer will initially be assigned as integrated support to the EGNOS Project, reporting for projectspecific responsibilities to the Head of the EGNOS PAS Unit. For maintaining professional standards, contributing to corporate tasks reviews, standardisation, alerts, lessons learned, etc. and implementing ESAs general PA policy, reporting will be to the Head of Department. Training and familiarisation with the Departments mandate, processes and procedures will be provided at the start of the integrated support assignment. Specific responsibilities and tasks will include implementing general programmatic and technical dependability safety assurance requirements in relation to ESA standards and specifications establishing projectspecific programmatic and technical dependability safety assurance requirements within the ESA Product Assurance baseline framework supporting projects in evaluating contractors plans, technical specifications and efforts proposed for executing the dependability safety assurance programmes supporting projects in monitoring the performance of the contractors dependability safety assurance programmes to ensure compliance with applicable requirements, directing and controlling riskreduction processes and any necessary preventive or corrective actions evaluating dependability safety analyses, technical notes, technical risk assessments, riskreduction processes and associated preventive or corrective actions defining and controlling implementation of the applicable dependability safetyrelated acceptance requirements including riskacceptance criteria, while participating in project reviews to assess compliance with applicable requirements and formulate acceptreject recommendations evaluating proposed concepts, designs and operations for compliance with defined dependability safety requirements liaising with software product assurance and software engineering on related matters supporting research and study activities in the fields of dependability safety requirements, techniques, tools and integrated engineering process methodologies and risk management methods participating in periodic meetings with the parent section, contributing to the transfer of technical knowledge and lessons learned across the Agency. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or science, with substantial experience in dependability and safety engineering and assurance activities under aerospace or comparable projects. Experience in the dependability assessment of softwareintensive safetycritical systems or products and in electronics hardware safety assessment is required. Knowledge of ECSS standards, in particular Q30 and Q40 series, and of civil aviation standards for Software Integrity Assurance DO178. DO278 and for design assurance on electronics hardware DO254 is required, as is experience in the field of GNSS. Knowledge of ARP4754, ARP4761, EASA Certification Specifications Memoranda and EC Regulations for European Air Traffic Management, with experience of certification processes, would be an advantage. Candidates should have good interpersonal and communication skills, being able to work effectively, autonomously and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. They should have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to problemsolving and an interest in innovative technologies. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. The location of the initial assignment being the ESA Office in Toulouse, a good knowledge of both these languages is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 9 September 2015. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented member states. 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.
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Dependability RAM and Safety Engineer
2014-06-20 16:41:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Dependability RAM and Safety Engineer in the Dependability and Safety Assurance Section, Quality Dependability and PA Support Division, Product Assurance and Safety Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk The Netherlands. DUTIES The postholder will report to the Head of the Dependability and Safety Assurance Section. The Section is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of dependability reliability, availability and maintainability and safety assurance expertise and standards, and for providing support to European Space Agency projects in its specific domains of competence. Specific responsibilities and tasks include Implementing general programmatic and technical dependability and safety assurance requirements in relation to ESA standards and specifications Establishing projectspecific programmatic and technical dependability and safety assurance requirements within the framework of the ESA Product Assurance baseline Supporting projects in the evaluation of contractors plans, technical specifications and level of effort proposed for the execution of the dependability and safety assurance programmes Supporting projects in the monitoring of the performance of contractors dependability and safety assurance programmes to assure their compliance with the applicable requirements, and directing and controlling risk reduction processes and any necessary preventive and corrective actions Evaluating dependability and safety analyses, technical notes, technical risk assessments, risk reduction processes and the associated preventive or corrective actions Defining and controlling the implementation of the applicable dependability and safetyrelated acceptance requirements including risk acceptance criteria, and participating in project reviews to assess compliance with the applicable requirements and to formulate acceptreject recommendations Evaluating proposed concepts, designs and operations for compliance with defined dependability and safety requirements Liaising with software product assurance and software engineering on related matters Initiating research and study activities in the fields of dependability and safety requirements, techniques, tools and integrated engineering process methodologies and risk management methods. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or science, with substantial experience in dependability and safety engineering and assurance activities within aerospace or comparable projects. Experience in the dependability assessment of software intensive systems or products, andor in the assessment of software intensive safety critical systems or products would be an advantage. Candidates should have good interpersonal and communication skills. They should have the ability to work autonomously, effectively and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment and to define and implement solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. In addition, applicants should have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to solving problems and an interest in innovative technologies. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 18 July 2014. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented member states. 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.
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Dependability Safety Support Engineer
2013-07-23 15:36:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services performs space system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the space industry. We are involved in international unmanned and manned spacecraft programmes. We require staff, wishing to join our team to work in a dynamic international environment for the following position Dependability Safety Support Engineer ENGSERVPAEDSS201307 Tasks and Responsibilities The DependabilitySafety Support Engineer will support the EGNOS Product Assurance Safety Manager. The work will be performed at the European Space Agency ESA in Toulouse, France. The position will include the following tasks and responsibilities Implementation of general programmatic and technical dependability and safety assurance requirements in relation to ESA standards and specifications. Support to projects in the monitoring of the performance of the Contractors dependability and safety assurance programs to assure their compliance with the applicable requirements, and directing and controlling risk reduction processes and any necessary preventive and corrective actions. Evaluation of proposed concepts designs and operations for compliance with defined dependability and safety requirements Liaising with software product assurance and software engineering on related matters . Supporting research and study activities in the fields of dependability and safety requirements, techniques, tools and integrated engineering process methodologies and risk management methods. Contribute to establishing project specific programmatic and technical dependability and safety requirements within the framework of the ESA Product Assurance Safety baseline. Support to projects in the evaluation and monitoring of Contractors plans, technical specifications and efforts proposed for the execution of the dependability and safety programs. Evaluation of dependability and safety analyses, technical notes, technical risk assessments, risk reduction processes and the associated preventive or corrective actions. Defining and controlling the implementation of the applicable dependability and safety related acceptance requirements including risk acceptance criteria. Support dependability and safety verification activities, including hazard closeout and disposition of related NCR, RFW and Critical Items. Participating in project reviews to assess compliance with the applicable RAMS requirements and to formulate acceptreject recommendations. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in the application of RAMS engineering to space programs, especially in ground andor ground based systems and three years of relevant experience in design and engineering of safety critical systems. Experience in the field of ground safety and projects assistance in obtaining the relevant launch centre safety certification and experience in dependability and safety engineering management processes are an advantage. Furthermore, candidates are required to have following skills Knowledge of Civil Aviation standardsas well as experience in certification processes. A handson knowledge of the RAMS analyses and methodologies Hardware and Software, preparation of relevant RAMS documentation during the overall project lifecycle and application of ECSS dependability and safety standards and objectives and experience during operations is an advantage. Knowledge of RTCADO178C Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification and related certification schemes, and experience in interfacing certification authorities is considered an asset. Knowledge of EU Safety Directive as Directive 9837EC Machinery, Directive 9992EC Risk from Explosive Atmospheres, Directive 9723EC Pressure Equipment and the other safety directives relevant for space. Familiarity with space product assurance practices together with a good working knowledge of appropriate RAMS tools is an advantage. Fluent in English and good organization communication skills. Conditions Application by email is preferred and should include 1 a Motivation Letter and 2 a CV, in English, both marked ENGSERVPAEDSS201307. A competitive remuneration package will be offered with relocation assistance where necessary. Applicants should preferably be EU nationals or be eligible for an EU work permit.
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Dependability Safety Engineer for the Ariane launcher program
2013-07-22 10:33:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vitrociset Belgium is looking for a candidate with the profile described below to deploy in ESTEC Please submit applications not later than 190813 by EMAIL to Mr. Massimiliano Mazza, Head of Engineering Operations Services M.Mazzavitrocisetbelgium.com cc. jobsvitrocisetbelgium.com Job Overview Support to the ESA Ariane 5 Exploitation Product Assurance Surveillance Manager for designated projects in conducting, monitoring and assessing the implementation of the PA Safety Programme as such being notably a responsible for PA Safety support for Ariane 5 Operational Launch System Project OLS, Launchers Ground Segment Project GS, with occasional support to Future Mission Project. Verifying that the PAS requirements are taken into account by OLS, GS projects. In support to OLS GS Project managers, and in close relationships with the PAM other PA officer coordinating with the related CNESDLA PA Ssupport. Demonstrating of appropriate application of Management Specifications in coherence with ECSS. Review of contractors PARAMS plans, specifications and effort proposed for the execution of the OLS and GS PAS projects preparing the arrangement for approval of PAS documents engaging ESA responsibility. Guiding and monitoring the implementation of PAS requirements by contractors including NCR Waivers Problems Critical Items and systematically tracking all items in order to assess performanceeffectiveness. Participation in design, acceptance TRR, TRB and safety reviews and directing the necessary preventive or corrective actions. Representing ESA in the Boards established within the projects for the disposition of Nonconformances Failure Reviews, MRB, Acceptance Reviews, Test Reviews, etc. Reporting project PA status deviations from plan schedule of all of above to the project Management and the Ariane PA and Safety Manager. Organizing with the support of CNES support Quality and Maintenance audits as necessary. Supporting project for development reviews preparation and follow up organization of documentation key points, participation in Project review as Quality animator. Establishing quality status reports, reporting on PAquality issues as Anomalies, Waivers, Alerts, giving confidence of their proper treatment, monitoring reporting on the Critical items safety issues. Responsible for project RAMS management activities status. Organizing with the support of CNES support Quality and Maintenance audits as necessary. Establishing monthly Product Assurance and Safety synthesis in close cooperation with the PAM and with PA Safety support RAMS, technologies. Other tasks in the PAS domain maybe required based on project needs. The tasks may require frequent missions in Europe and in French Guyana. Specific Requirements o Minimum of 6 years experience in Product Assurance and Quality Assurance in the aerospace domain. o Good interpersonal, organisation and communication skills, with the ability to work in a diverse team environment. o Knowledge of Configuration Management or the implementation of Product Assurance within a quality system certified to ISO 9001 would be an asset. Knowledge of the ESA NCTS NonConformance Tracking System application. Good knowledge of the English language.
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Dependability Safety Engineer for EGNOS program
2013-07-22 10:33:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Job Overview Contribute to establishing project specific programmatic and technical dependability and safety requirements within the framework of the ESA Product Assurance Safety baseline. Support to projects in the evaluation and monitoring of Contractors plans, technical specifications and efforts proposed for the execution of the dependability and safety programs. Evaluation of dependability and safety analyses, technical notes, technical risk assessments, risk reduction processes and the associated preventive or corrective actions. Defining and controlling the implementation of the applicable dependability and safety related acceptance requirements including risk acceptance criteria. Support dependability and safety verification activities, including hazard closeout and disposition of related NCR, RFW and Critical Items. Participating in project reviews to assess compliance with the applicable RAMS requirements and to formulate acceptreject recommendations. Support to EGNOS Product Assurance Safety Manager. implementation of general programmatic and technical dependability and safety assurance requirements in relation to ESA standards and specifications support to projects in the monitoring of the performance of the Contractors dependability and safety assurance programs to assure their compliance with the applicable requirements, and directing and controlling risk reduction processes and any necessary preventive and corrective actions evaluation of proposed concepts, designs and operations for compliance with defined dependability and safety requirements liaising with software product assurance and software engineering on related matters supporting research and study activities in the fields of dependability and safety requirements, techniques, tools and integrated engineering process methodologies and risk management methods. Specific Requirements At least five years relevant experience of application of RAMS engineering to space programs, especially in ground andor ground based systems. A handson knowledge of the RAMS analyses and methodologies Hardware and Software, preparation of relevant RAMS documentation during the overall project lifecycle and application of ECSS dependability and safety standards. Experience in dependability and safety engineering management processes and objectives and experience during operations is an advantage. Knowledge of RTCADO178C Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification and related certification schemes, and experience in interfacing certification authorities is considered an asset. Knowledge of EU Safety Directive as Directive 9837EC Machinery, Directive 9992EC Risk from Explosive Atmospheres, Directive 9723EC Pressure Equipment and the other safety directives relevant for space. Familiarity with space product assurance practices together with a good working knowledge of appropriate RAMS tools is an advantage. Knowledge of Civil Aviation standards DO178. DO278, DO254, as well experience in certification processes Knowledge and experience in the fields of Global Navigation Satellite Systems Knowledge in EASA CS and EC regulations for European Air Traffic Management Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment and have an attitude to cooperation and to accomplish solutions in line with team objectives. Vitrociset Belgium is looking for a candidate with the profile described below to deploy in ESTEC Please submit applications not later than 190813 by EMAIL to Mr. Massimiliano Mazza, Head of Engineering Operations Services M.Mazzavitrocisetbelgium.com cc. jobsvitrocisetbelgium.com
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