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Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power Thermal
2018-03-29 18:24:13| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Where others see barriers, we see opportunities. Do you enjoy supporting customers realizing breakthrough value? Do you stay attuned to your customers needs and visions? Do you like to work openly and supportively together with your colleagues and customers? Our work involves many different minds and skills, it cant be done alone. Its a great time being SES. SES is the worldleading satellite operator providing endtoend communication solutions. SES leads across new technologies in video, enterprise, mobility and government We are a team of people coming from all across the globe who work together to make a real difference in the world. We help to bridge the digital divide by connecting millions of people on the African continent We make it possible for people to stay connected while flying 10km up on a commercial airplane. We provide extensive satellite coverage of all of the worlds seas and ocean regions via our dedicated mobility beams We distribute 7,400 channels to more than 1 billion people in 317 million homes We work together with our partners to develop new standards that transform how people consume and enjoy entertainment Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power Thermal Context The Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power Thermal is responsible for the inorbit operations and performance monitoring of the electrical Power Thermal subsystems of the satellites, as well as the support to spacecraft planning, design and procurement. Position based in Luxembourg Betzdorf Responsibilities Provide electrical Power Thermal expertise to nominal and contingency operations of the satellites Support spacecraft operations and configuration changes, including generating or reviewing Operational Task Orders, configuration validation and direct supervision over critical spacecraft commanding Develop andor validate nominal and contingency procedures and tools Provide oncall support and react to contingencies for the electrical Power Thermal subsystems of the satellites per established escalation procedures Proactively monitor the electrical Power Thermal subsystems to identify degraded performance, anticipate scenarios and take appropriate action. Develop and maintain tools for evaluating and trending health to maximize satellite safety, availability and longevity, including Power Thermal budgets and satellite capacity predicts Provide support to new satellite procurement activities, inorbit testing, and start of service activities Directly interface with internal and external parties in relation to the responsibilities of the subsystems, including Satellite Manufacturers, planning, insurance and other internal or external requestsreporting Contribute to a continuous effort to more effectively and efficiently manage the satellite inorbit operations, including processes, procedures, monitoring, and Ground Control System improvements Experience Qualifications A Masters Degree in Engineering, with a specialization that includes electricalelectronics engineering is mandatory. Additional specialization in thermal control would be considered an advantage At least 2 years of applicable professional experience in satellite engineering andor operations is desired, recent Graduate applicants are welcome and will be considered Have strong analytical and problemsolving skills Ability to acquire detailed technical information within predefined deadlines and apply it in daytoday situations Have strong computer software skills with proficiency in at least one programming language Ability to react to contingencies and cope with high stress situations Fluency in English, with strong communication skills, both written and oral Team spirit and ability to integrate into an international environment A valid drivers license is required for oncall support We offer you A diverse workplace. For SES, diversity is more than a question of gender or race we welcome different minds and different skills An exciting job opportunity in a fast moving and fascinating industry. Our technology is launching into space on the next generation of rockets Opportunities to further grow and develop in a global and growing company we believe lifelong learning is key to bring the best of SES worldwide A competitive compensation package linked to your performance and further completed with attractive benefits SES is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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