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Nissan and Nissan Arc develop method for direct observation of electron activity in Li-ion cathode materials; L-edge X-ray absorption spectroscopy

2014-03-13 09:30:25| Green Car Congress

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Earth Observation Instrument Processing Chain VV Engineer MF

2014-01-21 09:34:31| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Earth Observation Instrument Processing Chain VV Engineer MF Telespazio VEGA Deutschland has been supporting the European Space Industry for over 30 years, including ESA, DLR, CNES and EUMETSAT. This is a job for an university graduated engineer with at least 5 years experience in the development and test of onground processing of data for Low Earth Orbit Earth Observation satellite instruments. RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES The activities performed by the keyperson will be an input for the overall System and ground segment VV activities. The keyperson will typically be involved in tasks related to test tools test data, with focus on tools data required for VV of instrument data processing chains. Tools can serve for example the purpose of test data generation manipulation reformatting, test data injection into the ground segment and test data collection analysis. Typical tasks include Identification of the suite of test tools and test data required to support VV activities, and definition of development procurement approach and associated planning. Preparation of User Requirement Documents, Statements of Work, etc., as needed as input for development andor procurement activities. Support for inhouse development and validation of test tools and their maintenance. Support for procurements of test tools test data, including the analysis of received deliverables and attending acceptance tests. Support for acceptance of test tools test data provided by partners. Simulation of test data sets for VV using available tools compilation of test data sets using real data from satellite instrument onground tests or inorbit operation. In case of tools to be connected to the ground segment, input for the specification and test of relevant interfaces. Support for configuration management of tools test data sets, using applicable EUMETSAT processes. Operation of the tools, or support for it, when used for system and ground segment VV activities. Contributions to the analysis of test results and the preparation of test reports. In addition the keyperson will be involved in some more general tasks Participation in relevant internal and external meetings. Regular review of System level documentation dealing with requirements, system concepts, architecture and design, technical analyses, to identify information of importance for test tools test data. In addition, and with the same aim, analysis of documents provided by other teams in EUMETSAT and by external partners. Support for the preparation of documentation for System level reviews, during the covered period the System Requirements Review and Preliminary Design Review Some activities will involve interactions with other teams, primarily in the LEO division, and also, as relevant for the work, with engineers at partner agencies. QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE University degree in the domain of engineering, physics or equivalent ESSENTIAL SKILLS At least 5 years of general experience with the development of onground processing of data from satellite instruments for Earth observation. At least 5 years of direct involvement in VV activities for instrument processing chains, including production of test tools and of test data At least 5 years of experience with software specification, design and development and relevant standards. Very good skills in higher programming languages, such as Fortran, CC, Java. The keyperson shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. DESIRABLE SKILLS Knowledge of Low Earth Observation Missions and Operations 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. APPLICATION You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your detailed application preferably online with your availability and current salary status.

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Software Engineer Earth Observation Systems

2014-01-06 13:38:13| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Software Engineer SDSSAJOBEOS103 Tasks and Responsibilities The successful candidate will join the Earth Observation Systems EOS Team, whose activities cover the complete lifecycle of complex software systems combining technologies belonging to the Earth Observation EO, the Geographic Information Systems GIS, and the Knowledge Management KM domains. The team projects typically involve international partners. The main assignment in the Earth Observation Systems Team is to contribute to the design and development of a semanticallyenabled distributed application that allows for searching for EO products and navigating in Linked Open Data LOD in a seamless manner. The client interface will run on mobile devices and implement state of the art user interaction techniques. The tasks will also include the participation to the production of the project documentation. The work will be performed in our offices in Zaventem Brussels and may require short international travels for meeting project stakeholders. Qualifications and Experience The candidate should have a university degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline Computer Sciences, Software Engineering, etc. The following skills are mandatory for the position 2 to 5 years of experience in design and development of Javabased Web user interfaces and services e.g. Web Services, OpenSearch, REST. Experience with the software development lifecycle, and with writing highquality software project documentation in English. Good knowledge of Linux, and be comfortable with TCPIP network administration troubleshooting. Knowledge andor experience in one or more of the following is required OGC Standards CSW, WMS, WFS, GML, KML, EOP, CIM, etc., ISO Geographic Information standards, OASIS ebRIM standard, GIS related techniques and tools. Conceptual descriptions and modeling e.g. RDF, RDFS, OWL, RIF, SKOS, SPARQL, LOD. Knowledge Management techniques and tools e.g. NLP, WSD, GATE, Lucene, OpenNLP. Android programming in Java, Android SDK, and Eclipse Android Developer Tools ADT. Conditions Application by email is preferred and should include 1 a Motivation Letter and 2 a CV, in English, both marked SDSSAJOBEOS100. Applicants should preferably be EU nationals or be eligible for an EU work permit.

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Earth Observation Systems Analysts

2013-12-20 17:35:48| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

CGI has immediate opportunities for technical architects and system analystsdesigners with uptodate experience of Earth Observation EO data processing systems, to add to our growing team of technical analysts and system designers working in the Earth Observation domain in Leatherhead, UK, for a range of clients within and outside Europe. Of specific interest is experience of working with the European Space Agencys EO payload data processing systems at ESRIN, or with Eumetsats geostationary or polar missions ground segments. We are looking for systems designers, analysts, technical architects, system integrators, and verification and validation experts. CGI has one of the largest industrial groups in Europe specialising in signalimage processing and geospatial data systems. We specialise in 24x7 operational endtoend EO ground system solutions, and in developing applications and services to ex ploit EO data. Our areas of expertise extend from user and system requirements analysis through to design, development, integration and support. Essential Experience in one or more of the following functional areas of the EO payload data ground systems Level 012 data processing systems EO data archiving and dissemination systems EO data calibration and validation systems EO data quality control quality assurance systems. Experience of working on ground systems for operational Earth observation or meteorological space missions, in one or more of the following disciplines Requirements analysis System analysis and design Subsystem specification and design Systemsubsystem implementation System integration Verification and Validation. Highly desirable Experience of working on the ESAESRIN Earth Observation payload data ground systems, e.g. for missions such as Envisat, ESA Earth Explorers, or the GMESCopernicus Sentinels Experience of working on EUMETSATs ground systems, e.g. for Meteosat SecondThird Generation MSGMTG or the Eumetsat Polar System EPS. Salary 45000 55000 per annum benefits CGI is a leading business and technology services company with 68,000 professionals across the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. We have the presence, expertise and complete IT services to meet clients business needs anywhere, anytime and to offer our professionals challenging and rewarding careers. APPLY HERE

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JD Neuhaus Hoists used to Build World's Largest Observation Wheel

2013-11-25 16:08:00| Offshore Technology

Three JD Neuhaus air-operated hoists, each providing a 50t lifting capacity, have been used in the construction of the world's largest observation wheel at The Linq, Caesars Entertainment's $550m outdoor retail, dining and entertainment district loca

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