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Cost Schedule Engineer
2015-06-11 13:04:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting a Cost Schedule Engineer to support the Copernicus Space Segment Office at our clients premises in the Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities You would be responsible to support the coordination of all activities within the remit of the Copernicus Space Segment Programme and in coordination with and via the GMES Space Office EOPE related to the interface with the European Commission. You would report to the Head of the Copernicus Space Segment Office and work in close liaison with the Sentinel project teams and the CSC Space Segment Project Control Section. The scope of work will include Monitoring the implementation and progress of the Sentinel projects, as compared and defined in the annual work programme. Supporting the coordination of all technical, schedule and risk reporting, related to the development and procurement of the Sentinel satellites and instruments, towards the European Commission in relation to the obligations in the EUESA Copernicus Agreement and ESA member states, in liaison with the Sentinels project teams and the Copernicus project control section. Developing and maintaining the reporting procedure for the Copernicus Space Segment, comprising the development and procurement programme of the Sentinel satellites and instruments. Maintaining relevant databases, supporting development of specific tools and infrastructure, as necessary. Maintaining the top level schedule of the Copernicus space segment programme in close liaison with the Sentinel projects. Supporting the establishment of the annual work programme, the multiannual implementation plan and procurement plans, as well their updates. Supporting the organization of reviews in conjunction with procurements e.g. tender evaluation review as well as programme and project reviews e.g. Qualification and Acceptance Review, Flight Acceptance Review, as necessary. Supporting internal and external Copernicus space segment meetings and audits, as necessary. Assisting the Head of the CSC Space Segment Office in the cooperation with the ESA Security Office and relevant bodies for Space Segment Security, as necessary. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory A University degree in Engineering, Finance, or related. Minimum 5 years of relevant professional work experience in cost scheduling, preferably in the space domain. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Proficiency in the English language spoken and written. The following skills would be highly desirable Knowledge of EU policies institutions andor managerial experience gained within the public sector. Knowledge of other EU Member States languages. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 03072015. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of SECRET or above. About RHEA RHEA is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT, NATO and Airbus Defence Space.
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