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Copernicus Mission Control Systems Operations Engineer

2018-05-25 16:27:22| 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. Copernicus Mission Control Systems Operations Engineer 1813025 Job Description We are looking for a Mission Control Systems Operations Engineer for our client EUMETSAT. You shall support two missions. One will be the Copernicus Sentinel3 mission for routine Sentinel3A operations, as well as for the commissioning phase for Sentinel3B leading to the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system. The other will be the Copernicus Sentinel6JasonCS mission for routine operations of S6. Your tasks will include, but not be limited to Mission control system operations Scheduling and coordination of daily operations Monitor the status of the mission control system and perform daily checks to confirm nominal status and performance Monitor the status of the mission control system interfaces to other facilities Perform anomaly investigations Provision of support, as required, to critical andor special operations Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of mission control operations procedures identified from operational needs system and ground segment procedures identified from operational needs specific toolscripts identified from operational needs Operational ground segment operations, contributing to Raising, processing and coordinating anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in relevant Anomaly Review Boards. Coordination and implementation of modifications to the mission control system, including their documentation, approval, implementation, testing and training, including participation in Change Review Boards, as well as TRR, TRB, ORR as needed. Operations boards, technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning coordination meetings. Participate in mission control system operations team meetings and associated activities and reviews where required. Provide oncall support, on an as needed basis. Provide training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other parties involved in Operations including controllers, analysts and engineers. Undertake training identified as necessary to become familiar with the system and be able to perform their tasks. Contribute to any other tasks needed to support or restore operations as specified by the Mission Control System Operations team leader. Operational Monitoring and Reporting, contributing to Design, development, documentation and maintenance of tools that provide statistics reports and support the monitoring and operations of the mission control system, as requested. Reporting on mission control system activities and of anomalies to the Central Operations Morning Meeting. Generation of reports, as necessary. Operational Documentation Contribute to the generation, maintenance and update of mission control system operations related design, user documentation, procedures or operations guides, for example as a result of a system update or a validation activity, in accordance with the established EUMETSAT Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices. Perform operational validation of the operational procedures and coordinate specific operational validation test OVT campaigns, resulting in new or updated operational documentation. Provide expertise to the update of other interorganisation documentation, including but not limited to Joint Operations Rules and Procedures JORP or Operational Interface Control Documents OICDs, Interconnection Security Agreement ISA. Interface with other teams and partners to liaise and coordinate The ground segment facility operations teams and system operations analysts to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission operations through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc.. The spacecraft operations teams to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc.. External operational partners and service providers to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes and joint anomaly resolution. Other service providers. Evolutions of the Ground Segment Systems Acquire and maintain an operational view of the ground segment, in particular the space and ground segment operational needs for mission control. Review any planned changes or evolutions to the system configurations for the ground segment to assess potential operational impacts with respect to the mission control system. Interface with teams responsible for the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrades. Liaise and coordinate as required with the maintenance teams in support of engineering changes to the ground segment. Liaise as required with the security teams in support of security related changes. Participate in the operational validation of system upgrades and evolutions, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment. Contribute to the integration and validation of components deliveries, as well as implementation of new products, including configuration control activities. Operations Build up Contribute to validation campaigns, including operations validation tests, participating in the coordination, planning and execution of these campaigns as needed, including TRRsTRBsFATsOSATsORR, etc for ground segment components and operations. Participate to commissioning reviews and commissioning operations to ensure smooth handover from the commissioning phase to nominal operations. Participate and coordinate the joint test campaigns with the operational partners during the operational build up phases of Sentinel3B LEOP, commissioning, SIOV, Rampup and JasonCSSentinel6. Participate in daily operations coordination meetings and daily technical reporting via EUMETSAT tools. Required Skills and Experience A university degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the job profile. At least 3 years experience in the operation of spacecraft control systems using SCOS2000. At least 3 years experience of developing andor maintaining spacecraft mission control systems software. Demonstrated experience in the definition and implementation of the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems. Demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems. Communicate effectively in English verbally and written. Conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, shall be able to work under pressure and with a minimum of Desirable Skills and Experience The use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems. The definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of spacecraft mission control systems. The operations preparation and routine operations of Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems. Oracle databases. Using configuration management systems such as CVS. Using satellite simulators. Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations. Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 27 June 2018 Start of Work September 2018 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 June 2018 Learn more about us in Facebook

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Mission Control System Operations Engineer Copernicus Sentinel

2018-05-25 10:28:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Serco is a specialist at delivering vital services on behalf of European, National and Local Governments. Serco Europe employs a large workforce in Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Germany, Holland, Spain, Italy and the UK. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions throughout Europe. Package description Full details on application. Relocation assistance provided if applicable. Main responsibilities For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a Mission Control System Operations Engineer Copernicus Sentinel. The successful applicant shall perform tasks related to mission control system operations and engineering For Copernicus Sentinel3 mission for routine Sentinel3A operations, as well as for the commissioning phase for Sentinel3B leading to the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system. For the Copernicus Sentinel6JasonCS mission for routine operations of S6. The activity shall require the full time presence of the Key Person on site at EUMETSAT. The ideal candidate shall perform mission control system operations, including Scheduling and coordination of daily operations Monitor the status of the mission control system and perform daily checks to confirm nominal status and performance Monitor the status of the mission control system interfaces to other facilities Perform anomaly investigations Provision of support, as required, to critical andor special operations Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of mission control operations procedures identified from operational needs Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of system and ground segment procedures identified from operational needs Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of specific toolscripts identified from operational needs Additionally, the successful candidate will focus hisher activities on the following shall provide expertise in operational ground segment operations shall provide training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other parties involved in Operations including controllers, analysts and engineers. shall contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of tools that provide statistics reports and support the monitoring and operations of the mission control system, as requested shall contribute to the generation, maintenance and update of mission control system operations related design, user documentation, procedures or operations guides, for example as a result of a system update or a validation activity, in accordance with the established EUMETSAT Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices. shall liaise and coordinate as required with the ground segment facility operations teams and system operations analysts to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission operations through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc. shall acquire and maintain an operational view of the ground segment, in particular the space and ground segment operational needs for mission control shall review any planned changes or evolutions to the system configurations for the ground segment to assess potential operational impacts with respect to the mission control system shall interface with teams responsible for the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrades shall contribute to validation campaigns, including operations validation tests, participating in the coordination, planning and execution of these campaigns as needed, including TRRsTRBsFATsOSATsORR, etc for ground segment components and operations Ideal candidate Knowledge and experience with the following is considered essential for the Key Person A university degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the job profile At least 3 years experience in the operation of spacecraft control systems using SCOS2000 At least 3 years experience of developing andor maintaining spacecraft mission control systems software Demonstrated experience in the definition and implementation of the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems Demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems The Key Person shall be able to communicate effectively in English verbally and written The successful candidate shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, shall be able to work under pressure and with a minimum of supervision. Furthermore, it would be highly desirable for the key person to have experience with or knowledge of some of the following It is highly desirable that the Key Person has experience with or knowledge of some of the following Experience in the use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems Experience in the definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of spacecraft mission control systems Experience in the operations preparation and routine operations of Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems Experience of Oracle databases Experience of using configuration management systems such as CVS Experience of using satellite simulators Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations. Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. For positions located within the Darmstadt Support Office please note that only applicants with no family affiliation within the Company will be considered. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request. You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time. About the company Serco Services GmbH, part of the Serco group, A FTSE250, Multinational Service Provider with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service To keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play here. Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action. If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you.

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Control Engineer Space Laser Communications

2018-05-23 22:26:54| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Archangel Lightworks is a startup specialised in space laser communications based in Harwell Space Campus, Oxfordshire. Founded in mid2017, we have secured longterm funding and successfully demonstrated several novel prototypes related to laser transmission and efficient perpendicular solar concentration. Our mission is to make 10x more data download possible to meet the demand from the growing satellites market, especially smallsats, delivering more data from the earth orbit to the ground at higher speed. Role Responsibilities We are passionate about innovation and driven to find new concepts for space laser communications. We are looking for an innovative, ambitious and experienced lead control engineer to drive our team forward and augment our rapidly growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for design, simulation, purchase and implementation of high reliability pointing acquisition and tracking system for a laser communication system. Specific job responsibilities include but not limited to Development of full control system architecture simulation to investigate tradeoffs and inform subsystem requirements. Characterise motion and disturbances of payload platform. This will include planning, execution, documentation of tests. Aiding in definition, implementation and conduction of test and verification plans for pointing of communication subsystem as well as control of airborne platform. Comparison and selection of components, sensors and actuators including supplier management as required. Participate in technical reviews Interested applicants may also consider starting first as a fixedterm consultant while rolling into a permanent role although this is less preferred. Required skillsexperience Experience implementing complex control systems in an aerospace or communications context. Relevant practical experience using applicable sensors and hardware e.g. attitude sensors, Inertial sensors and GNSS, algorithms, actuation systems. Space industry experience, andor experience with high reliability PAT systems. Extensive programming experience in MATLABSIMULINK, CC. Python desirable. Strong mathematical ability including pure mathematics, linear algebra, statistics and numerical methods. Educated to BSc level or equivalent in Control Engineering or related subject. Proficient English, positive attitude, selfdriven and interested in working in a startup environment Independent, quick learner, can structure and show initiatives to thoroughly evaluate and solve problems from different angles, proactively push progress forward Desirable additional skillsexperience Experience implementing RTOS. Experience using Windows and Linux. Experience working on Cubesat projects, UAV, HAPS projects. Remuneration You will be remunerated competitively depending on your experience and skills. We work around deliveryfocused, agile sprints such that you will be making impact early and regularly, with a sustainable worklife balance. There are options for flexible working hours, some working from home, travel and training bursaries, as needed. We also work in the buzzing Harwell Space Campus with regular events on site networking, workshops, and delicious lunch time international cuisines. Dates and duration Suitable candidate to join as soon as possible, with the start date negotiable. Location Our offices are with the European Space Agency at Harwell, near Oxford. Flight locations are 30 min drive away. Some remote work will be possible. There might be some opportunities for overseas travel please indicate any restrictions due to visas etc. How to apply Please visit httpsarchangellightworks.breezy.hr and select the roles youre interested in. For questions please write to applications at archangel dot works. Early application is strongly advised as the position may be filled sooner. To comply with data protection laws, we keep all candidates personal data confidential and secure while their applications are being considered and remove such data as soon as possible in the same month once a decision has been reached. We currently dont have Tier 2 sponsor licence and wont be able to provide a work permit. No Agencies Please

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Copernicus Mission Control Systems Operations MCSO Engineer

2018-05-23 20:28:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

We are looking to further enhance our team by adding a Copernicus Mission Control Systems Operations MCSO Engineer 2 positions You will be based initially for 2 years at our clients headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany. Extension of a further 2 years may be possible. In this large European Agency you will find an excellent and modern working environment with challenging tasks and responsibilities. Your Tasks The MCSO Engineer shall perform tasks related to mission control system operations and engineering For Copernicus Sentinel3 mission for routine Sentinel3A operations, as well as for the commissioning phase for Sentinel3B leading to the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system. For the Copernicus Sentinel6JasonCS mission for routine operations of S6 Mission Control System Operations The MCSO Engineer shall perform mission control system operations, including Scheduling and coordination of daily operations Monitor the status of the mission control system and perform daily checks to confirm nominal status and performance Monitor the status of the mission control system interfaces to other facilities Perform anomaly investigations Provision of support, as required, to critical andor special operations Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of mission control operations procedures identified from operational needs Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of system and ground segment procedures identified from operational needs Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of specific toolscripts identified from operational needs Provide expertise in operational ground segment operations Contribute to raising, processing and coordinating anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in relevant Anomaly Review Boards Contribute to coordination and implementation of modifications to the mission control system, including their documentation, approval, implementation, testing and training, including participation in Change Review Boards, as well as TRR, TRB, ORR as needed Contribute to the operations boards, technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning coordination meetings Participate in mission control system operations team meetings and associated activities and reviews where required. Provide oncall support, on an as needed basis. This will be coordinated with the service manager through the normal oncall process Provide training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other parties involved in Operations including controllers, analysts and engineers Undertake training identified as necessary to become familiar with the system and be able to perform their tasks Contribute to any other tasks needed to support or restore operations as specified by the Mission Control System Operations team leader. Operational Monitoring and Reporting The MCSO Engineer shall Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of tools that provide statistics reports and support the monitoring and operations of the mission control system, as requested Contribute to reporting on mission control system activities and of anomalies to the Central Operations Morning Meeting Contribute to the generation of reports, as necessary. Operational Documentation The MCSO Engineer shall Contribute to the generation, maintenance and update of mission control system operations related design, user documentation, procedures or operations guides, for example as a result of a system update or a validation activity, in accordance with the established Client Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices Perform operational validation of the operational procedures and coordinate specific operational validation test OVT campaigns, resulting in new or updated operational documentation Provide expertise to the update of other interorganisation documentation, including but not limited to Joint Operations Rules and Procedures JORP or Operational Interface Control Documents OICDs, Interconnection Security Agreement ISA. Interface with other teams and partners The MCSO Engineer shall Liaise and coordinate as required with the ground segment facility operations teams and system operations analysts to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission operations through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc. Liaise and coordinate as required with the spacecraft operations teams to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc. Liaise and coordinate as required with external operational partners and service providers to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes and joint anomaly resolution Liaise and coordinate as necessary with other service providers. Evolutions of the Ground Segment Systems The MCSO Engineer shall Acquire and maintain an operational view of the ground segment, in particular the space and ground segment operational needs for mission control Review any planned changes or evolutions to the system configurations for the ground segment to assess potential operational impacts with respect to the mission control system Interface with teams responsible for the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrades Liaise and coordinate as required with the maintenance teams in support of engineering changes to the ground segment Liaise as required with the security teams in support of security related changes Participate in the operational validation of system upgrades and evolutions, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment Contribute to the integration and validation of components deliveries, as well as implementation of new products, including configuration control activities. Operations Build up The MCSO Engineer shall Support the operations build up Contribute to validation campaigns, including operations validation tests, participating in the coordination, planning and execution of these campaigns as needed, including TRRsTRBsFATsOSATsORR, etc for ground segment components and operations Participate to commissioning reviews and commissioning operations to ensure smooth handover from the commissioning phase to nominal operations Participate and coordinate the joint test campaigns with the operational partners during the operational build up phases of Sentinel3B LEOP, commissioning, SIOV, Rampup and JasonCSSentinel6 Follow Client processes and working practices. This implies participation in daily operations coordination meetings and daily technical reporting via Client tools. Your Profile Knowledge and experience with the following is considered essential, each key person shall have A university degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the job profile At least 3 years experience in the operation of spacecraft mission control systems software Demonstrated experience in the definition and implementation of the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems Demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems The ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and written The ability to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner and shall be able to work under pressure and with a minimum of supervision. Furthermore, it would be highly desirable for the key person to have experience with or knowledge of some of the following Experience in the use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems Experience in the definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of spacecraft mission control systems Experience in the operations preparation and routine operations of Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems Experience of Oracle databases Experience of using configuration management systems such as CVS Experience of using satellite simulators Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations. REFERENCE 18216436 LOCATION Darmstadt, Germany CONTACT recruitmoltek.com CLOSING DATE 29th June 2018 MOLTEK has been serving the space and aerospace industries since 1995, providing international consultancy services for a wide variety of clients from private and public corporations to national and international authorities and agencies. For more detailed information about MOLTEK go to httpwww.moltek.com

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Resource Support and Control

2018-05-22 16:26:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

We are looking for a Resource Support Control M3 to join our Ajilon Technology Aerospace team, working onsite at the European Space Agency. Ajilon Technology Aerospace is a specialized Engineering consultancy with more than 30 years experience providing aerospace Engineers to our key partners in The Netherlands. Ajilon is a longstanding business partner of the European Space Agency ESA, with more than 115 employees recruited from across Europe currently supporting ESAs activities. Specific tasks to be performed TEC manpower recharges translation control of recorded manpower hours to financial recharge to customers and internal cost receivers. Control of the Directorates manpower Analysis Centre forecast, monitoring, analysis and control of all costs contributing to the Directorates manpower rate. Financial implementation and operations of the TEC Manpower Frame Contract for contractor support includes monthly manpower mission GRNs, annual financial reconciliation, implementation of new contracts in esap. Providing ad hoc and monthly reporting and analysis of resource status. General tasks to be performed Support in the management of the Directorates resources and technical infrastructure Support in the implementation of the Directorates overall workforce resource planning, competency evolution and controlling. Implementing and operating uniform procedures and information systems for the management and control of activities, ensuring proper coherence and quality of data participating in the definition of efficient processes, methods and tools, with particular emphasis on continuous improvement Monitoring recruitment, functional and integrated support, competency evolution and succession planning Workload planning and controlling and maintaining interfaces with the corresponding counterparts in other Directorates Maintaining a detailed view of the workload and workforce evolution at competency level, implementing a proactive controlling function and performing the necessary analysis to support regular reporting and the related decisionmaking processes Controlling the Directorates Analysis Centre Financial implementation of contracts, controlling and reporting To successfully perform the above mentioned tasks, the following background experience is required Masters in Engineering or equivalent or MBA or equivalent University degree from a recognised Institution of secondary studies or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, with relevant experience. Experience in development of reporting dashboards in Tableau. Candidates should possess excellent analytical and reporting skills with the ability to manage large complex data sets and have an affinity with manpower control. Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills and be client focused. They should have proven ability to work autonomously, whilst being a cooperative team player. Familiarity with SAP and the agencys cost model would be a distinct advantage. About ESAESTEC The European Space Agency ESA has sites in several European countries. The European Space Research and Technology Centre ESTEC is the largest site and the technical heart of ESA. This nursery of European space activities is located in Noordwijk, Netherlands. At ESTEC, about 2500 engineers, technicians and scientists work handson with mission design, spacecraft and space technology. Almost all ESA projects except launchers are managed from ESTEC. In Noordwijk, people work on science missions, manned space missions, Earth observation, telecommunications and navigation satellites. ESTEC provides extensive testing facilities to verify the proper operation of spacecraft, such as the Large Space Simulator LSS, acoustic and electromagnetic testing bays, multiaxis vibration tables and the ESA Propulsion Laboratory EPL. Please send your CV to technologyaerospaceajilon.nl before 24052018

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