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EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Processing Chains System Architect mf
2015-08-26 17:03:55| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Processing Chains System Architect mf Ref. No. 159347 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Job description For our customer, EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking an experienced Instrument Data Processing System Architect to support the EPSSG EUMETSAT Polar System Second Generation Programme at EUMETSAT. The focus of the work is on endtoend instrument data processing chains for the EPSSG programme, from acquisition of signals by instruments on board the satellites up to dissemination of derived products to End Users by the ground segment. You will be involved in tasks such as specifications of onground data processing chains definition of their interfaces definition of space to ground data flows verification and validation of onground data processing chains for imaging and sounding instruments The coordination with different teams involved in these activities plays a key role given the interdisciplinary nature of endtoend instrument chains. Your activities as System Architect will be related to overall System aspects for endtoend instrument functional chains, i.e. involving the space segment satellites as well as the ground segment, the latter consisting of the data acquisition systems, monitoring and control systems, data processing chains and product dissemination facilities. You will be a member of the EPSSG System Team in the Low Earth Orbit Division LEO at EUMETSAT. Responsibilities In the frame of endtoend instrument functional chain activities, you, as part of the EPSSG System Team, will provide support for tasks related to specifications of onground data processing chains, definition of their interfaces, definition of space to ground data flows, verification and validation of onground data processing chains for imaging and sounding instruments. A major part of the work will be to followup and assess the outcome of the ongoing activities done by different groups in the EPSSG team EPSSG system team, EPSSG instrument team, EPSSG science team and EPSSG ground segment team, and ensure that all the interdisciplinary activities are done in a systematic way, compatible with the EPSSG programme objectives and constraints. The activities to be followed up are in the following areas Refinement and maintenance of the System Requirements Document when dealing with instrument data processing chains, including analysis of the system design, requirements tracing and justification Definition of ground segment requirements and concepts related to instrument data processing chains specifically definition of the operational processors, from level 0 up to level 2 Definition and maintenance of the processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS Development of reference processors that implement the functionalities defined in the processing specifications Development of the operational processors and of the related processing framework Definition of the approach for development, verification and validation VV of the instrument data processing chains, including definition of testing concepts, test scenarios and test data sets Verification, integration and acceptance of the instrument data processing chains, specifically the operational processors, including generation of test data sets and development of test tools Maintenance and refinement of EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements allocation and budgeting performed by space segment and instrument providers, specifically when dealing with instrument data processing Typical activities to be undertaken by the EndtoEnd Instrument Processing Chains System Architect are Perform analyses to ensure completeness and coherence of the System and subsystem design for all aspects related to data processing and contribute as needed to the System Design Justification Document Analyse ground segment requirements related to instrument data processing chains and their implications on the system architecture and design report about inconsistencies and follow up resolution of noncompliances Ensure that the operational processors which are developed as part of the EPSSG Ground Segment are consistent with the EPSSG System architecture and able to meet the EPSSG system requirements specifically E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements and timeliness requirements provide reporting about inconsistencies and noncompliances Review and contribute to the preparation of the processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS to confirm and ensure their consistency with the System requirements Review space segment and instrument documents e.g. S2GICD, Instrument ICDs, APIDsVCIDs allocation to identify implications for the System when related to instrument data processing review of instrument data processing algorithms and calibration concepts defined by industry with emphasis on their implications on data processing interfaces and architecture Review ground segment documentation dealing with requirements, design and technical analyses of relevance for data processing to ensure consistency with system requirements and design Assess implications ofcontributions by the data processing chains to Endto End E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements and contribute to the compilation of E2E performance budgets any noncompliances with the EPSSG System E2E performance requirements need to be identified and resolved Participate in formal reviews and technical meetings at system, space segment and ground segment level when relevant for instrument data processing Prepare documentation for System reviews Coordinate interdisciplinary meetings relevant for instrument data processing chains Support studies internal or external and the evaluation of their results when relevant for instrument data processing Most activities will involve interactions with other teams, primarily in the LEO division, and also, as relevant for the work, with engineers at partner agencies. This is a fulltime position located at EUMETSATs premises in Darmstadt, Germany. Reviews and progress meetings held outside EUMETSAT premises may be necessary. The start date is ASAP. Qualifications Competencies You shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in engineering of onground data processing elements, including requirements specification, architecture and detailed design, definition of interfaces and testing concepts for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Demonstrated ability to perform analyses of a System combined space and ground segment top down and to perform syntheses Fluency in English spoken and written, as English is the working language The following experience would be an additional asset Experience in verifying and validating complex realtime data processing systems for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Experience in specification, development andor procurement of instrument test data sets and processor prototypes for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Knowledge of relevant spaceborne observation instruments EPSSG satellites will embark sounders and imagers from the ultraviolet to the microwave range, a scatterometer and a radiooccultation instrument Mission performance analysis, budgeting and verification for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Experience in specification of operational products for earth observation missions You shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan your work and cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. You shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. You shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Recruitment is dependent on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Davies by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link below with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date September 24th, 2015. Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events
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