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EGSE Software Engineer SCJ 2731

2013-09-25 20:37:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Summary An experienced EGSE Software Engineer required to work for Telespazio VEGA UK onsite at ESTEC. Objective To provide expert support to the EGSE and Ground Systems Section of the Software Systems Division. Responsibilities Duties The engineer will provide on demand expertise in activities related to EGSE systems Project such as Euclid support on the procurement, development and utilisation of EGSE systems, including problem solving, interfaces with external systems and project reviews Support on RD studies, specifically related to the European Ground System Common Core EGSCC, and Standardization activities in the EGSE domain Maintenance and future developments of the EGSE Reference Facility as part of the Software Systems Laboratory. This includes integrating industrial elements in the EGSE reference facility and verifying their functioning in end to end scenarios, maintaining and EGSE software libraryconfiguration managementlab website, evaluate needs and generate requirements for enhancements. Qualifications Experience A MSc or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Space Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or a related discipline The candidate shall have extensive practical experience of implementing complex systems, in developing and utilizing EGSEs, in modelling monitoring and control data in compliance with the ESA SCOS monitoring and control systems Knowledge of modern software engineering practices and standards applied to realtime systems Knowledge of Space Systems and Space System Engineering is necessary In particular experience with Realtime software Object Oriented design methods UML, XML Operating systems e.g. Linux, Windows SCOS 2000 and the SCOS 2000 MIB ICD Experience with the PUS and its tailoring Essential Skills An ability to work independently and to establish good working relations with ESA and industrial counterparts is essential. Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is Tuesday 15th October 2013 Location of the position is Noordwijk, the Netherlands Benefits Competitive Package Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

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Radio Navigation Engineer SCJ 2730

2013-09-25 20:37:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Summary An experienced radio navigation engineer with relevant experience of radio navigation systems architecture and key performance parameters of GNSS. Objective To support the design, analysis and testing of radio navigation systems, with emphasis on system architecture and performance and on radio navigation receivers. Responsibilities Duties Overview of Tasks Radio Navigation system GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO etc. and augmentation EGNOS,WAAS, QZSS etc.. The work includes studies analyses and testing of navigation systemssegmentselementstechnology, dissemination and navigation algorithms, including tools development evaluation of NavigationPositioningTiming algorithm and techniques, usersystemsegment performance assessment based on software simulators, laboratory and field measurements, and support to ESA projects in follow up of industrial procurements. Radio Navigation equipment covering space applications. The work includes study, design, analysis and testing of navigationpositioningrangingmonitoring technology and receiver for space. Radio Navigation space applications performed at ESA include scientific applications atmospheric sounding, oceanic observation, formation flying, rendezvous and attitude determination. Radio Navigation equipment for terrestrial applications. The work includes study, design, analysis and testing of navigation receiverstechnology for terrestrial applications and local augmentation. Radio Navigation terrestrial applications performed at ESA are those related with high performance based on high accuracy e.g. geodesy andor high integrity e.g. civil aviation, maritime. Radio Navigation signals and signal processing. The work includes study, design, analysis and testing of signal and signal processing techniques including toolsequipment development and procurement. It encompasses signal structure, modulations, data dissemination, techniques for error correction, synchronisation, multipath mitigation and estimation, interference mitigation, cancellation, encryption, authentication, etc. Radio Navigation Laboratory equipment. The work includes definition procurement design, testing, usage of Radio Navigation equipment in support to Radio Navigation experiments and test campaigns. Specific Tasks Participation in studies on radio navigation receivers design and techniques, in particular for Galileo Support to the Galileo project in the followon of industrial contracts for test and system receivers Support to the Galileo project for system performance evaluation Software hardware simulations and laboratory testing. Qualifications Experience University degree MSc minimum or equivalent in telecommunications and signal processing as well as experience in these fields Specific knowledge of radio navigation systems architecture and key performance parameters of GNSS Experience in receiver design and testing Detailed knowledge of Rx algorithm at User Level Experience in project management and industrial procurement Further Details Applicants must be eligible to security clearance by their national security administration. All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is Tuesday 15th October 2013 Location of the position is Noordwijk, The Netherlands Benefits Competitive package Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

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EO Data SMOS Engineer SCJ 2719

2013-09-05 14:37:28| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

EO Data SMOS Engineer J 2719 httpwww.telespaziovega.comcareersvacanciesj2719.aspx Summary An exciting opportunity for an experienced Earth Observation Data Analysis Engineer to work for us onsite at ESTEC. Objective The engineer is expected to support projects can be during any phase andor programmes for studies on new concepts. The specific activities may relate to simulations and analysis of observations and products, to Level 1b andor Level 2 product and algorithm aspects and to data analysis for validation and mission performance during phase E of an Earth observation mission. The specific analysis can be related to satellite or dedicated suborbital mission campaign concepts Responsibilities Duties The engineer shall support the SMOS mission scientist, the SMOS mission manager, and the STSE program manager. The SMOS specific tasks include Support the exploitation studies funded through the SMOS project. This includes the contract with ECMWF on data assimilation. Support the preparation of SMOS publications and presentations. Support the implementation of new studies related to the SMOS mission. Support the analysis of SVRT results obtained over oceans and DOMEC. Support future work on the SMOS L2 ocean salinity processor. The STSE specific tasks include 1. Support to EOPSM a. Preparation of SoW and implementation of SMOS Ice II b. Support to preparation and implementation of SMOS Permafrost CCN c. SMOS NN 3 month CCN 2. Support to EOPSA I. Support STSE project preparation and management a. Preparation of SoW for SMOS Storms followon TO DF b. Support SOLAS OceanFlux Upwelling follow on activity d. Support management of relevant oceanSMOS related STSE Pathfinders 23 small feasibilities II. Support Internal projects a. Complete SMOS TS diagrams internal project b. Maintain support to SMOS water cycle internal project c. Complete SMOS SVR internal project III. The Changing Earth SciNET a. Maintain the coordination of projects and activities b. Support to the preparation of the next call for proposals in collaboration with CCI c. Prepare new Springer Briefs volume dedicated to the second call. d. Prepare updated brochure for the three calls e. Update the web with the project results and the new projects. Qualifications Experience The engineer shall be a senior scientistengineer ideally holding a PhD in geophysical sciences e.g. oceanography, meteorology, physics, mathematics or engineering with a strong background in satellite remote sensing using Lband radiometry. This includes handson experience with SMOS L1 and L2 data processing and a good knowledge of the corresponding application areas. Furthermore, knowledge of and experience with the STSE programme is mandatory. Technical skills shall include programming and a good knowledge of relevant software packages. Essential Skills A good knowledge of the English language is expected. The applicant shall be able to work both autonomously and as a part of a team. Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is Tuesday 24th September 2013 Location of the position is Noordwijk, the Netherlands Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including holiday and life assurance are offered to the successful candidate Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

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