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Flight Systems Software Engineer mf
2014-04-07 11:33:09| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services N.V. performs and supports system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the aerospace industry. We are involved in international manned unmanned spacecraft programmes, earth observation, science, exploration, communications and related technology development. Our headquarters is in Belgium, with offices in the Netherlands and the USA. Building on our expertise in human spaceflight we are seeking several staff to join our team to participate in the development of the Dream Chaser spacecraft in Denver, Colorado. We require staff for the following position Flight Systems Software Engineer mf AESFSW201401 Tasks and Responsibilities We have two positions, one as team lead and the other as team member. The work is to be performed in Denver, Colorado as part of a team developing the cockpit of the Dream Chaser spacecraft. The tasks to be performed include Cockpit concept definition and early prototyping Participation, with a multidisciplinary team, in conceptual definition and design of the cockpit displays and controls as well as the vehicles concept of operations. Rapid prototyping and evaluation of the displays and control concepts. Iteratively reaching a displays and controls baseline to be used for developing the flight system. Cockpit flight software development Responsibility for specification, design and implementation of displays and controls and specific cockpit flight software. Test, verification and support to qualification of the cockpit system. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have a University degree in a relevant discipline and several years of experience in cockpit, spacecraftaircraft systems, software development and human factors. Furthermore, candidates are required to have following skills Solid background in system and software engineering with knowledge of modelling tools and engineering best practices. At least three years experience with CC and real time operating systems. A good knowledge of aerospace standards ECSS, DO178B... would be an asset. Experience of human centred design would be an advantage as would experience in cockpit design and development. Creative team player with the ability to cope with pressure. Fluent in English, good organization skills, good communication skills, high level of flexibility. The position will be located in Denver, Colorado with some travel, primarily within the United States. Expected start date immediate. Conditions Application by email is preferred and should include 1 a Motivation Letter and 2 a CV, in English, both marked AESFSW201401 before 10th April 2014. A competitive remuneration package will be offered with relocation assistance. Applicants should preferably be EU nationals or be eligible for an EU work permit.
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