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"Our mistake was we tried to be a functional beverage firm" - Interview, Kevin Klock, CEO of Talking Rain - Part II
2016-06-16 15:38:00| Daily beverage news and comment - from just-drinks.com
Talking Rain hit the big time in with the success of Sparkling Ice. Growth for the sparkling flavoured water brand started in 2010, but Talking Rain had been around for more than two decades before then. In the second part of his just-drinks interview, CEO Kevin Klock talks about the lessons his company learned before its overnight success and how they informed his views on functional beverages. He also reveals which NBA superstar he invited to meet staff and the problems of competing for talent in an area dominated by global tech firms.
BENEO-Healthy and Sweet Functional Carbohydrates
2016-06-14 13:34:00| Food Processing Technology
Palatinose (isomaltulose), produced from pure beet sugar, is the new functional carbohydrate marketed by BENEO. Its sensory profile closely resembles that of sugar and is about half as sweet. This m...
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Sentinel6Jason CS Instrument Functional Chain System Engineer
2016-06-08 17:06:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
An exciting and challenging engineering opportunity has just arisen to coordinate system activities for the Jason continuity of service programme as part of the Low Earth Orbit division at Europes Meteorological Satellite Organisation. This role offers the key candidate the chance to utilise and develop their existing experience and knowledge of space applications alongside other industry experts in a large, international organisation. The key candidate shall be involved in the specification and design of the system and in systemlevel integration, verification and validation of the combined space and ground segments, they shall also support the development and procurement of the space segment and the ground segment. The holder of this position shall require the confidence to make decisions within a complex system environment and have the skills to operate in a transverse manner, dealing with many engineering problems simultaneously The successful candidate shall have skillsexperience in each of the following areas experience in the field of specification, design, production, integration and testing of space borne systems for Earth observation Direct experience in the development of instruments andor the related onground processing chain, with an indepth understanding of mutual implications. Good overall knowledge of all functions of a space borne system, including monitoring and control of satellites, spacetoground and onground interfaces, instruments, data acquisition and realtime data processing and dissemination Demonstrated ability to perform analyses of a System combined space and ground segment topdown and to perform syntheses and compile technical budgets from scratch. Demonstrated ability to analyse complex issues and to synthesise matters in a concise way, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience in overall planning, coordination and technical guidance of engineering activities would be considered advantageous. Candidates must be able to work effectively as part of a team but also work independently with a proactive and assertive attitude. Candidates require team leader qualities with the ability to make decisions. All applicants must be EUMETSAT member state nationals and have a good working knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written.
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Electrical Functional Test Engineer
2016-05-26 18:07:28| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
JOB OVERVIEW For our clients office just outside of Munich, Germany, we are looking to hire an Electrical Functional Test Engineer. Our client is a mediumsized space company and is system prime for complex scientific instruments, small satellites and space missions. Their Munich site is focussed on the design, development and integration of optical payloads for a wide variety of space missions. As an Electrical Functional Test Engineer, you will be part of the engineering team for large space projects supporting the verification of the electrical architecture of satellite instruments. You will work in an international project environment and will be located at our clients office just outside of Munich. TASKS RESPONSIBILITIES Establish electrical and functional test specifications based on the applicable requirements in coordination with the electrical and data handling responsible lead engineers Ensure the compatibility of the test specifications with the AIT test sequences, needs and boundary conditions Produce efficient test procedures on instrument satellite level in coordination with the AIT team and systems engineers Produce specific test procedures on equipment level being used for incoming inspections and functional validation Setup test environment, define, build and test specific EGSEs as needed on equipment level Plan and conduct the electrical and functional tests according to approved test procedures Document the test results in test reports Produce NCRs in case of detected nonconformances Presentation of the work in your area to other team members, suppliers and customers in technical meetings. REQUIREMENTS Master Degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline At least 3 years of professional experience in electronic development activities for space projects with either analog digital or electrooptical background Strong experience in defining, conducting and documenting electrical and functional testing Detailed knowledge and experience in Analogue and digital circuit design to understand the functionalities of the system to be tested as a basis for definition and conductance of relevant electrical tests. Operation principles of motors brushless DC stepper motors. Experience in operating electrical measurement equipment. Good knowledge of relevant general standards ECSS MIL standards with respect to general electrical functional testing. Producing test software to control electrical test equipment with scripting languages e.g., Phyton or similar and LabView. Awareness on hazards in testing of space electronics. Knowledge on Electrical Architectures and Data Handling Systems for space programs onboard computers, communication busses, mass memory, space qualified microprocessors, FPGAs Knowledge of database systems like MySQL and Unix based operating systems are welcomeappreciated Excellent communication skills, ability to work in large international teams, good written and spoken English, German is an advantage Organized and structured approach, high degree of motivation and personal identification with the respective tasks and project Strong focus on reaching progress by thinking and communicating in terms of solutions, ability to reach goals under schedule pressure Willingness to travel frequently. WHAT DO WE OFFER ATG offers excellent working conditions and provide you with all the other necessary means to further your career. We believe that training and education, combined with regular assessments and a personal development plan, will create the best environment for growth. If needed we also assist you with settling in your new home or finding the right school for your children. ATG will help in any way it can, including a relocation budget that is applicable for ATG staff as well as employees working at one of our clients. INTERESTED? Submit your CV and personal details through our website at Join the Brightest Minds or send your application directly to our recruitment consultant Marc Roelofs at marc.roelofsatgeurope.com. For further questions, you can also contact Marc directly on phone number 31 0 71 579 55 09.
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Technical and Functional Manager DRS and GeoStore Web Portal mf
2016-05-25 12:06:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Airbus Defence and Space. A vacancy for a Technical and Functional Manager DRS and GeoStore Web Portal mf has arisen within Airbus Defence Space in Toulouse. You will join the MidStream Operational Centre and will be in charge of inservice support and upgrades for this web portal. The DRS Portal provides a host environment for our optical imaging Direct Receiving Station DRS customers. There are approximately twenty DRS deployed worldwide. This portal provides our DRS customers with a set of technical and contractual information in particular an overview of their current credit consumption, but above all it provides a simplified user interface to enter their satellite programming requests and track these requests. This portal is now being gradually rolled out to DRS customers. In terms of functionalities and the technologies used, this portal is similar to the online sales portal GeoStore, which provides the user community final customers, resellers, subsidiaries, some internal users with resources for ordering image products from satellites operated by Airbus DS GeoIntelligence, and which can be used for ordering and automatic delivery of archive products previously acquired images but also for ordering new acquisitions which will be automatically programmed, produced and delivered. The DRS portal, like GeoStore, is not itself a technical system it is based on a set of systems that includes web facades, authentication, consultation and ordering systems, feasibility calculation for new acquisitions, and a close interface with back office systems such as the IT system and programming and production ground segments. Your main role will be to provide the inservice support and upgrades for the DRS portal. Your secondary role will be to contribute to the same activities for the GeoStore portal, as backup for the GeoStore technical manager. Within this context, your main activities will include Coordinating work on the different technical systems that make up the architecture of the portal, supported by both the function managers customer service focal points, programming focal points, etc. and the technical managers RTS for the different technical systems technical followup, meeting organisation, technical analysis of portal upgrades, writing requests for modification DMs and analysis of multisystem faults Consolidating the schedule for the upgrades of different systems, organising the portallevel qualification phases and actively participating in these qualification phases Managing priorities for new developments, closely aligned with the business priorities and coordinating with both the focal points and the RTS for the different systems Intervening when operational problems are encountered by users, investigating anomalies and, where necessary, developing remedial procedures to keep the relevant functions operating correctly Communicating progress to the focal points, giving visibility on planning, progress of the qualification phases, the major anomalies encountered and how they are handled, and supporting communication to and training of the end users Defining and following up the indicators related to correct operation of the portal, using the existing followup systems and, if necessary, developing additional functions necessary for production and for utilisation of information Complying with the operational rules of the TCIFE2 department. Effectively working with the RTS for the systems used by the portal Writing weekly reports and participating in Steering Committees. The technical documentation and interactions with other staff are partly in French and partly in English. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Engineering degree or equivalent 5 years experience in complex application system design and system integration Initial experience in project management Good knowledge of web technologies Knowledge in the field of optical satellite ground segments and in particular in mission programming chains would be a plus Advanced level of French English. Please apply online. 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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