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Parttime Optical and Mechanical Engineer

2016-08-18 20:06:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

The Serco Group is a FTSE 250 corporation with over 70,000 staff in 30 countries. Our strategy is to be a superb provider of public services, by being the best managed business in our sector. We are a focused business to government B2G business, specialising across five sectors Defence, Justice Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions such as the European Commission, EUMETSAT or the European Space Agency where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. For our activities in ESTEC, we are currently looking for a parttime 50 Optical and Mechanical Engineer on a fixed term contract with a duration of 3 6 months and possibility of extension. Main responsibilities As part of its mandate, the Section operates an Optics Laboratory for optical component and system verification. You will support the activities in this laboratory by performing the following tasks Daytoday operation and maintenance of the Optics Laboratory comprising General maintenance and servicing of optical, electro optical and electronics measurement equipment and instrumentation in order to assure that the relevant equipment is in an operational state General operation and maintenance of the Optics Laboratory cleanroom Procurement of laboratory materials, optical elements and components, chemicals and consumables Contribution to the identification, selection and specification of new capital equipment, and execution of the annual laboratory investment plan Installation and maintenance of computer software and hardware for measurement, data acquisition and analysis Stock and equipment inventory tracking Logging of all laboratory activities Implementation of applicable safety rules and regulations Maintenance of the procedures accredited under the ISO 17025 Quality Management System, development of new procedures and participation in the annual audits process both internal and external Planning, settingup and execution of experiments and measurements of optical and Optoelectronics systems, devices and components Provision of expert advice on optical test and verification methods, use of optical materials, optical design and optical system performance analysis including stray light issues in support of ESA projects and technology RD activities with industry and academic or research institutes Analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of optical measurement data and results and provision of formal written reports to the laboratory customers. Ideal candidate Requirements You should bring a Master degree in a relevant discipline, at least 4 years of experimental physics, optics or optical engineering experience and the following Several years of project and or industrial experience in the design, engineering and testing and verification of various types of optical instrumentation Solid experience in precision optical measurements at system, subassembly and component level Good technical judgement, analytical and excellent verbal and written communication skills, in the English language Experience in space project work, and of operations in a cleanroom environment Knowledge and or experience in the use and application of the ISO 9000 series or ISO 17025 standards for quality management of test laboratories Selfreliant by nature and will and able to work responsibly in an unsupervised or minimally supervised environment. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for the Netherlands or be EU EEA nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. If not, your application will remain in our database and can be matched against future openings. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in Serco Europes Careers Hub httpscareershub.serco.eu

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Mechanical AIT Engineer

2016-08-04 13:06:35| 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 Mechanical AIT Engineer to support our customer in Germany. Mechanical AIT Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities Process planning in the field mechanical thermal AIT and reporting to the AIT Manager Implementation of the new integration and production system IPS Solumina Merging and leading external and internal AIT requirements and production of relevant integration procedures In collaboration with the AIT management, preparation and planning of all necessary resources manpower, equipment, Ground Support, equipment, facilities, etc. Monitoring of the integration of the various subsystems and the overall instrument under clean room conditions ISO Class 5 and preparation of necessary documentation Detailed planning, preparation and execution of the mechanical tests Concept planning, design coordination and procurement for MGSE Participation in test campaigns at working location as well as abroad Independent mechanical integration of highprecision mechanisms and optical instruments Participation in the system integration of optical satellite subsystems and components. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University Degree in Electronics or other applicable domain Solid technical understanding and experience with projects development Experience in mechanical thermal integration of sensitive optical flight hardware Experience in the planning of the mechanical assembly, integration and test program Experience with MAIT product and process documentation Experience with MAIT means of production and working methods Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of the German language is an advantage. This job is located in Munich. We welcome applicants who are available from September 2016 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 and in Word to Ms Micheline Blisle at jobshespace.com, quoting job DEMSC3167 before 10Aug16. Please note Due to work permit requirements for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany.

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In search of typing perfection: Building a WhiteFox mechanical keyboard

2016-07-29 19:13:17| Extremetech

In my quest for the perfect typing experience, I became a little obsessed with finding the ideal combination of layout, materials, firmware, and switches. Just when I began to feel my search was futile, the WhiteFox appeared.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

2016-07-28 18:04:13| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Senior Mechanical Engineer Job Ref 665 Key Purpose of Job SSTL are looking for motivated and dynamic Senior Mechanical Engineer to help shape and influence the current and future flight spacecraft structures. You will be responsible for the design of new structural developments and help oversee subsystems integration from concepts through to testing and flight. The role will include mechanical design, work package management, integration and support activities. You will report to the Mechanical Design team leader, and work closely with project managers, system engineers, manufacturing and seniorprincipal analysts. Key Tasks Design of components systems to fulfil customer requirements using 3D modelling tools and techniques Documenting and implementing design changes using Engineering Change Notices Work package management and responsibility for estimating, schedule budgets Undertaking initial Finite Element Analysis of components and secondary structure Completion of manufacturing drawings to enable component procurement and support of manufacturing activities and inspections Technical Report writing Writing detailed assembly procedures and technical build information Undertake integration of the mechanical componentsassemblies in clean room facilities Maintain a design log, summarising each step in the design and development process Creating BoMs and managinginputting into MRP systems Create PCB board outlines and liaise with the electrical design team to ensure compatibility with printed circuit assemblies Other Requirements Flexibility and willingness to support other teams disciplines within the department in areas such as Propulsion, Mechanisms and Optical Instruments Flexibility to support at more than one site on occasion PERSON SPECIFICATION essential requirements Qualifications A good degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Experience Proven and relevant experience, preferably in the space industry although this is not essential. Practical experience in support of mechanical build and testing activities an advantage Knowledge Skills Competent use of leading CAD packages Solid Works preferred, Solid Edge or Similar and familiarity with MRP systems Specifying identifying appropriate materials, surface treatments and finishes for mechanical component design in aerospace applications Good attention to detail Understanding of Finite Element Analysis Understanding of Spacecraft Systems an advantage Understanding of production and manufacturing methods Competent use of Microsoft Office suite including Outlook Understanding of the challenging design environment of space Good communication skills and the ability to generate technical documentation Good task management, team working and presentation skills Good practical skills with assembly and integration experience Proven ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to tight timescales Experience of PDM, sign off and drawing release Location Guildford, Surrey

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Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department

2016-07-18 21:04:55| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified A6 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk Netherlands. DUTIES Under the direct authority of the Director of Technical and Quality Management, part of the Technology and Operations Area, the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department is a member of the Directorates management team and participates in the decisionmaking process for all major activities covered by the Directorate. The postholder is responsible, together with a team of Division Heads, for the management of activities, technical facilities and laboratories as well as for maintaining excellence in the technical competences of the Department. Duties include ensuring excellence in technology development in support of institutional and commercial missions, including fostering spacerelated competences across Member States providing stateoftheart engineering support to ongoing and future ESA programmes and to European industry formulating a vision for technology development stimulating the evolution of engineering activities and laboratories managing the ESTEC Test Centre taking an active role in interacting with Projects through technical reviews, procurement activities, inorbit performance reviews, as well as development of lessons learned and engineering standards. The above will be carried out across the competences which include automation and robotics, life and physical sciences instrumentation, life support, optics and electrooptics, structures and materials, mechanisms, thermal control, propulsion and aerothermodynamics, test facilities for verification of spacecraft systems and subsystems. The postholder will actively work to ensure the wellbeing and motivation of the Departments workforce, encouraging the flow of information and proactively coordinating with other Directorate Departments. The incumbent will take an active role in fostering the development and training of the workforce with a view to maintaining the Agencys high level of competence in the Departments technical disciplines. The postholder shall also be required to liaise with other ESA Directorates to support their needs and strategy and to interact with external entities Member State Delegations, industry, academia, international partners in order to promote and develop ESA activities. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, together with solid and proven experience in the management of space activities in a multiproject environment. Excellent communication, relationship, ambassadorship and leadership skills, coupled with knowledge of the internal operations of the Agency or a similar organisation, are required. A demonstrated ability to synthesise technical and programmatic information is an essential prerequisite. Candidates should have a proven track record in driving team performance, fostering cooperation across teams and stakeholders and in developing and motivating people. 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 together with a working knowledge of the other. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 30 August 2016. Applications from external candidates should preferably be made online from the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to Human Resources, ESA, 810 rue MarioNikis, 75738 Paris, Cedex 15 France. Please note that applicants may be required to undergo aptitude testing, including recognised psychometric testing as well as problem solving and decisionmaking exercises. 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. 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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