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Software Engineer Java for Space Systems
2015-06-29 15:04:27| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The SCISYS Space Division delivers a range of projects to its customers, such as the European Space Agency, spanning large scale system developments used to operate satellites to small technology studies involving prototypes. We cover many software and IT aspects of the space and ground segments for spacecraft missions, including monitoring and control, planning, automation, operations data preparation, archives and big data analysis. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, capable and hardworking engineer to join our development team in Bristol as a software developer. This role will include responsibility for implementation of software components in a larger system using Java and customer support for current systems software. We are recruiting for a development phase of a new project that is delivering a mission critical system to operate a fleet of satellites. Initially this role will be under the guidance of the project managers, but over time we expect the successful candidate to grow and take on more responsibility within the Division. The role will generally involve all aspects of the standard software lifecycle Working as part of the team to implement new functionality Performing software builds and testing of the software Updating documentation e.g. user manuals, test documentation as needed Analysis and corrective maintenance of software anomalies Interfacing with the customer and users to discuss problems and changes as needed Travel to the customer site as required to assist with testing, provide training or support Essential skills The candidate must have a software engineering background with development experience in Java. An understanding and appreciation of good software development practices is essential, including the use of source code management systems and project standardsguidelines. The candidate must be able to work in a collaborative team environment. It is expected that the role will include some customer interaction, so the successful candidate will be fluent in English and confident in their role in representing the company. Desirable skills Programming within an eclipse environment Knowledge of programming in CC Linux systems Software design and UML Requirements engineering Understanding of verification and validation Knowledge of HLA Whilst not essential, knowledge of spacecraft planning systems would be useful Any other information e.g. dual location, special security clearance, foreign languages Eligible to work in the UK Security Clearance desirable Willing to travel to site Command of another European language in addition to English will be beneficial When applying for this role, your details will be entered into a database for sole use by SCISYS. SCISYS offers a comprehensive range of benefits including pension, life assurance and private healthcare.
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Space Science Mission Systems Engineer
2015-06-24 15:04:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Airbus Defence and Space is a division of Airbus Group formed by combining the business activities of Cassidian, Astrium and Airbus Military. The new division is Europes number one defence and space enterprise, the second largest space business worldwide and among the top ten global defence enterprises. It employs some 40,000 employees generating revenues of approximately 14 billion per year. A vacancy for a Space Science Mission Systems Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence Space in Stevenage. TechnicalSystems expert for future Space Science missions, as the successful applicant, you will be responsible for proposals, typically to ESA or other Agencies, and subsequent development of overall missionsystems design in feasibility studies for future space science and Earth Observation missions. You will take a leading role in these proposals and studies, and in the development of mission concepts and architectures. You will join a small team and be expected to develop overall business strategies within Airbus in relation to these missions, and define and lead associated RD activities. You will be responsible to identify potential innovative technical approaches and maintain balance with preferred customer solutions. You will be subject to UK National Security Clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs. Your main tasks and responsibilities will include Generating new mission concepts System performance modelling Development of mission and spacecraft designs Leading and contributing to proposals Leading related RD activities and carrying out RD studies and developments Carrying out customer studies eg for ESA Bullet points to be used. This role will involve some travel for business and as such you must be able to travel accordingly. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Educated to Master level or equivalent in Physics, Aerospace, Engineering or a related discipline and preferably graduated with a MSc or a PhD in relevant discipline. Experience of space mission, of space projects, space craft or space instrument design is mandatory. Good written and oral presentation skills and good customer management ability are necessary. Problems solving skills and capacity to think at systems level and to solve complex issues are mandatory. An ability to lead a team and to be proactive is required. Being innovative and having a creative approach is an asset for this role. Fluency in English is mandatory. Please apply on line for this vacancy using your eRecruiting profile with your CV attached. Airbus Group is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus Group Recruitment Centre To apply click here
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Space Flight Engineer
2015-06-23 17:04:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
With 1.700 employees worldwide, the CS Group is a leading IT company in France and in Germany, and a prime contractor in designing, integrating and operating mission critical systems. It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for 2 talented Flight Dynamics Engineers for the European Space Operation Centre in Darmstadt. TASKS The successful candidates will work in the areas of Earth ObservationInterplanetary Mission Support as well as Test and Validation Support. The detailed planning depends on the evolution of the different mission schedules. The engineer will support the flight dynamics operations in the following activities Prelaunch Development Studies for the operational FD software Mission Planning Support Orbit Determination Trajectory Optimisation ACS Command Generation ACS Calibration Auxiliary Data and Experimenters Support Operational Support Studies and Mission Analysis Critical Mission Planning Support LEOP and Interplanetary Phases Science Missions Manoeuvre Earth Observation Orbit Interplanetary Orbit Determination Interplanetary Trajectory Optimisation Routine Mission Planning Support AOCS Command Generation Actuators and Control Systems Calibration Attitude Determination and OB Systems Monitoring and Verification Optical Sensors Calibration Auxiliary Data Generation Test, Simulations and Training Evaluation and Reporting PROFILE Essential requirements A university degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or equivalent A sound knowledge of Flight Dynamics, orbit and attitude dynamics Good understanding of celestial mechanics, spacecraft flight dynamics and sw programming Experience with Flight Dynamics software tools and procedures Experience with SUNSolaris, FORTRAN, C, MATLAB and UNIX operating System Familiarity with Flight Dynamics operations operational experience would be an advantage. The working language for the position is English and therefore the keyperson must be able to work effectively in this language. BENEFITS Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday and EUMETSAT ESOC additional holidays 34 per year, generous training possibilities, and monetary participation in your pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to marina.ludwigcssystems.de with CC to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Closing date 15 July 2015 Start October 2015January 2016
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Space Flight Dynamics Engineer
2015-06-18 15:05:24| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Telespazio VEGA Deutschland has been supporting the European Space Industry for over 30 years, including ESA, DLR, EUMETSAT and CNES. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to work in the domain of satellite flight dynamics. The position is based in ESOC, in Darmstadt with a start foreseen as September 2015. RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES Software design and development for test and validation in the area orbit and attitude control, AOCS telemetry monitoring, manoeuvre optimization or command generation for the ESA spacecraft missions. Information on the missions and the activities of ESOC can be found on www.esa.int. LEOP Launch and Early Orbit Phase support Software development for computation of the dynamical behaviour of satellites Participation in studies to evaluate Flight Dynamics aspects Participation in system tests, simulations and operations support Work in international teams. QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE Completed university degree in mathematics, physics, engineering or equivalent with high grades A good working knowledge of English. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Indepth familiarity with applied mathematics, especially vector algebra, numerical integration techniques and statistics Sound knowledge of physics, especially mechanics High sense of operational responsibility The capability to study independently complex and novel topics and to rapidly prototype SW for study purposes must be proven Software development in C or FORTRAN under UNIX Excellent technical problem analysis and solving abilities Very good communication and technical presentation skills. DESIRABLE SKILLS C, MATLABSIMULINK, MATHEMATICA, shell scripting Familiarity with SunSolaris Previous Flight Dynamics operational experience of spacecraft missions Prior experience with production of Flight Dynamics documentation and software systems Software testing methodologies Any experience with spacecraft mission analysis or flight dynamics Knowledge about current and planned ESA missions Astronomy, Astrophysics Passion for brainteasers Vega Vacancies Footer Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities, Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. Application You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your application preferrably online with your availability details and salary expectations.
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Systems Engineer Space Flight
2015-06-16 15:04:52| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
System Engineer Space Flight Job description Become part of flight developments team Responsible for thermal, radiation and mechanical analyses and system definition Responsible for the overall technical design of the products Responsible for the redaction of system test plan and test cases Job experience Master degree in Aerospace Engineering, Space Technology andor Electrical Engineering telecommunications or equivalent through experience Profound handson knowledge on inspace design and developments At least 510 years of experience in a similar role Familiar with practices of and dealings with the European Space Agency ESA English Speaking Dutch would be advantageous. Job competence Well organized, maintaining overview, being able to distinguish important from less important matters Accurate and resultdriven Possess good communicative skills, being able to express yourself fluently in English. Eager to learn Dynamic, motivated and responsible
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