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ExoMars Science Operations Engineer at ESAC
2016-07-19 12:05:28| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support to ExoMars within ESAC. Overview The ExoMars 2016 mission is being implemented as part of the Robotic Exploration Programme of ESA. The Trace Gar Orbiter TGO will be the second ESA orbiter at Mars, in the footsteps of Mars Express. TGO will accommodate 4 scientific instruments for the detection of atmospheric trace gases, the study of their temporal and spatial evolution, the localisation of their source regions, and the mapping of subsurface water. The Science Ground Segment SGS for the ExoMars 2016 mission in its operational configuration will consist of the Science Operations Centre SOC, located at ESAC, Madrid, the Russian SOC NNK, located in Moscow, Russia and the PI facilities, at their respective institutions. The main uplink tasks of the EXOMARS SOC are as follows Science Operations Uplink Data Production Production of SGS components for operations SGS development, including participation in the continuing training of personnel to cover all SGS operational activities, the preparation of the training strategy and the SGS operations plan and the definition and testing of the SGS routine and contingency procedures. Science Operations covering Nominal Science Operations and Commissioning Operations. The services required to cover the above tasks are detailed below. Specific Service Tasks As part of the service the following main activities will have to be carried out. Science Operations Engineer Uplink Data Production Tasks Definitionupdate and population of the SOC configuration controlled operations data instrument models, observation definitions, observation geometries Definition and generation of the SOC operations plan and procedures Maintain the ICDs for the SOCPI team interface. Science Ground Segment SGS Development tasks Support Science Operations Centre SOC development Provision of feedback on system performance and characteristics to system engineer and the sw developer throughout the production period as part of the iterative development process Definition and development of test cases, pass and fail criteria Ensure readiness for Nominal Science Phase Operations Configuring Nominal SOC systems to any payload activities preceding Nominal Science Operations e.g. Mars Capture Orbit MCO activities Validating the initial set of nominal science phase operations data Rehearse the LTP, MTP and STP operations process with the PI teams Operations Rehearsals ORs. Science Operations Engineering tasks Operations Preparation Activities in support to Long Term Planning Scheduling of the PI teamdefined contributing observations Validation with MAPPS to generate an operationally feasible candidate plan Refining the LTP in response to modified LTP inputs Freezing the LTP baseline and committing to configuration control. Medium Term Planning Activities Kickoff MTP science planning by providing the PI teams with the baseline observation types Scheduling defined contributing observations within the MTP period Use of MAPPS to generate an operationally feasible candidate plan including pointing and resource allocations Refining the science plan directly with the PI teams at the observation level Gaining approval of the final MTP plan and freeze the MTP baseline Generating the pointing and payload request files, then deliver to the MOC. Short Term Planning Activities Generating a full set of instrument timelines ITLs for all four 1week commanding periods that correspond to the agreed MTP Working with the PI teams to update their commanding for each CP in turn Using MAPPS to check that any commanding updates respect the operations constraints and remain within the envelope established in the MTP Generating the payload operations requests and submitting them to the MOC 1 week before execution for each CP. Specific qualification requirements At least a graduate degree Masters or Ph.D. in a scientific or technical subject and relevant professional experience in line with the requirements of the job class. Relevant professional experience of at least 4 years You must be able to work in English Specific knowledge is required in the following areas Experience in uplink science operations for solar system missions Experience in payload modeling, simulation and commanding Experience with simulation software for spacecraft operations and observation geometry Experience with planetary science operation tools MAPPS, EPS, SPICE is considered a bonus. Good communication skills Good team working skills. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in Spain without the need to obtain a work visa. Only European Union citizens can be employed by Aurora in Spain. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. In line with ESAs security requirements, prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident, and Aurora will validate your employment history. Location It is expected that the work will be performed at the ESAC, the European Space Astronomy Centre, at Villafranca del Castillo, near Madrid, Spain. Contract You will be registered for both social security and tax in Spain. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. In addition to public health services Aurora provides private medical insurance in Spain. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora can assist financially and provide recent experience information for relocation. To be considered for this Position Provide prior to 04 August 2016 a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Recruitment Form or your CV with a motivation letter to Mr. Davide Starnone, at email davide.starnoneaurora.nl quoting reference SCO125. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their detailed technical proposal and candidates to ESA by 11 August 2016, 1300 hours.
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ExoMars Science Operations Engineer
2016-07-15 11:05:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
HE Space is a successful international space company. For over 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for an ExoMars Science Operations Engineer to support our customer in Spain. ExoMars Science Operations Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the Science Operations Centre SOC at ESAC, you will have, among other, the following responsibilities Uplink Data Production Tasks Definitionupdate and population of the SOC configuration controlled operations data instrument models, observation definitions, observation geometries Definition and generation of the SOC operations plan and procedures Science Ground Segment SGS Development tasks Provision of feedback on system performance and characteristics to system engineer and the sw developer throughout the production period as part of the iterative development process Definition and development of test cases, pass and fail criteria Ensure readiness for Nominal Science Phase Operations Configuring Nominal SOC systems to any payload activities preceding Validating the initial set of nominal science phase operations data Operations Rehearsal Science Operations Engineering tasks Long, Medium, Short Term Planning LTP, MTP, STP Scheduling of the Principal Investigators PI teamdefined contributing observations Validation with MAPPS to generate an operationally feasible candidate plan including pointing and resource allocations Refining the LTP in response to modified LTP inputs Kickoff MTP science planning by providing the PI teams with the baseline observation types including approval of the final MTP plan and freeze the MTP baseline Refining the science plan directly with the PI teams at the observation level Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant professional experience, in particular University education PhD or MSc in a relevant subject area Uplink science operations for solar system missions Payload modeling, simulation and commanding Simulation software for spacecraft operations and observation geometry Planetary science operation tools MAPPS, EPS, SPICE Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located near Madrid. We welcome applicants who are available from September 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Elisa Manfreda at jobshespace.com, quoting job NLSC3150 before 04Aug16.
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ExoMars Science Operations Engineer
2016-07-12 10:05:09| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The Serco Group is a FTSE 250 corporation with over 70,000 staff in 30 countries. Our strategy is to be a superb provider of public services, by being the best managed business in our sector. We are a focused business to government B2G business, specialising across five sectors Defence, Justice Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions such as the European Commission, EUMETSAT or the European Space Agency where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. For our activities in ESAC, we are currently looking for an ExoMars Science Operations Engineer. Main responsibilities As ExoMars Science Operations Engineer you will have the following tasks and responsibilities Science Operations Engineer Uplink Data Production Tasks Definition update and population of the SOC configuration controlled operations data instrument models, observation definitions, observation geometries Definition and generation of the SOC operations plan and procedures Maintain the ICDs for the SOCPI team interface. SGS Development tasks Support SOC development Provision of feedback on system performance and characteristics to system engineer and the sw developer throughout the production period as part of the iterative development process Definition and development of test cases, pass and fail criteria. Ensure readiness for Nominal Science Phase Operations Configuring Nominal SOC systems to any payload activities preceding Nominal Science Operations e.g. Mars Capture Orbit MCO activities Validating the initial set of nominal science phase operations data Rehearse the LTP, MTP and STP operations process with the PI teams Operations Rehearsals ORs. Science Operations Engineering tasks Operations Preparation Activities in support to Long Term Planning Scheduling of the PI teamdefined contributing observations Validation with MAPPS to generate an operationally feasible candidate plan Refining the LTP in response to modified LTP inputs Freezing the LTP baseline and committing to configuration control. Medium Term Planning Activities Kickoff MTP science planning by providing the PI teams with the baseline observation types Scheduling defined contributing observations within the MTP period Use of MAPPS to generate an operationally feasible candidate plan including pointing and resource allocations Refining the science plan directly with the PI teams at the observation level Gaining approval of the final MTP plan and freeze the MTP baseline Generating the pointing and payload request files, then deliver to the MOC. Short Term Planning Activities Generating a full set of instrument timelines ITLs for all four 1week commanding periods that correspond to the agreed MTP Working with the PI teams to update their commanding for each CP in turn Using MAPPS to check that any commanding updates respect the operations constraints and remain within the envelope established in the MTP Generating the payload operations requests and submitting them to the MOC 1 week before execution for each CP. Ideal candidate Requirements You should bring a Master degree or equivalent in a scientific or technical subject, at least 4 years of working experience and the following Experience in uplink science operations for solar system missions Experience in payload modelling, simulation and commanding Experience with simulation software for spacecraft operations and observation geometry Experience with planetary science operation tools MAPPS, EPS, SPICE is considered a bonus. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Spain or be EU EEA nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. If not, your application will remain in our database and can be matched against future openings. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in Serco Europes Careers Hub httpscareershub.serco.eu
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SENER technology Returns to Mars with ExoMars 2016 and 2018
2016-05-04 01:00:00| Naval Technology
The SENER engineering and technology group is participating in ExoMars, a European Space Agency (ESA) programme that includes two missions: ExoMars 2016, consisting of an orbiter and a descent module that will land on Mars, and ExoMars 2018, which wi
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AIT Quality Assurance Engineer ExoMars Rover
2015-10-08 11:04:52| 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 an AIT Quality Assurance Engineer ExoMars Rover has arisen within Airbus Defence Space in Stevenage. Your main mission will be to ensure the proper implementation of the quality assurance rules and that company industrial processes comply with quality assurance requirements and standards. You will validate the product inspection plan and handles product non conformity up to the productservice delivery to the customer. You will have transversal interfaces and you will work with multifunctional teams to ensure quality standards are upheld and implemented. The successful candidate 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 Check and assess the implementation of the quality requirements defined by the QMS and quality plan. Check that industrial processes properly comply with quality assurance requirements. Define and ensure implementation of products controls. Lead the nonconformity and waiver treatment, analyse quality nonconformity and request for waiver. Monitor corrective and preventive action participate to the taylorisation of the standards. You will lead AIT and gates reviews, no conformity and delivery reviews. This role could involve travels for business in Europe later during the test campaign. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Degree in Aerospace Engineering with working experience in a Manufacturing or Production environment. Good experience understanding of Product and Quality Assurance principles and methods. Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP. Experience with Failure Analysis FMEA Failure mode and effects analysis. Experience of cleanroom operations. Experience with software functional verification would be a distinct advantage. Previous experience in Project Management would be a plus. Facilitation skills and proactive approach to problem solving. Fluency in English. Please apply for this vacancy on line at our careers site www.jobs.airbusgroup.com with your CV attached. To apply click here
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