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2018-07-03 10:27:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Sky and Space Global Ltd ASX SAS, Sky and Space Global or the Company is looking to recruit several FDS Flight dynamics engineers. Description SAS is seeking talented engineers to join our team, a part of our satellite communication network operations team. This position is primarily to support the operations team by monitoring the location and relative distance of a fleet of communication nanosatellites in LEO. Tasks include monitoring and performing manoeuvre planning as needed during all phases of satellites lifetime, starting launch, through nominal operations to deorbit. Some tasks will involve writing new procedures, testing and verification of various types of procedures and SW on a simulator and execution in space, supporting satellite launch, commissioning and IOT in orbit testing, as well as monitoring the fleet during nominal operations, trend analysis and assisting planning of deorbiting at the end of life phase. At least 612 months of handson satellite FDS operations in required, and a science engineering degree, as well as good English skills written and spoken. Knowledge of different FDS SW and satellite operations SW is an advantage. The position is fulltime and will be located at our facilities in the UK. A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided. This position is available to all nationalities. Position Summary The satellite operator will work within our space operations division. The position includes supporting the development of the FDS GCC tools, producers as well as validating the onboard FDS algorithm and supporting the operations team preparations for lunch. Post launch the daily activities shall include satellites relative distance monitoring, supporting propulsion system commissioning, satellite orbit propagation, JSPOC COLA messages handling and supporting special activities on satellites during the IOT phase. The job requires working independently, as well as excellent solving problems and decisionmaking skills. The successful candidate must have good engineering skills and be experienced in all FDS aspects. Interactions with international technical teams will require the engineer to have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Responsibilities Orbit propagation and estimation using FDS SW Trend analysis and distance violation detection Managing COLA messages Supporting writing and validation of new procedures Operating different FDS SW Supporting satellite IOT Interfacing with internal engineering team Working with remote operations management Help SAS change the world for good Performing other duties as assigned Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work with both technical and management teams Ability and willingness to succeed in an intellectually challenging, fastpaced, commerciallydriven development environment Comfortable working in open, collaborative environment Strong written and verbal communications skills Must have a technical background and be adept at working and solving technical issues Excellent communication skills to deal with problems and anomalies Excellent organizational skills to handle scheduled tasks Ability and willingness to thrive in a fastpaced, rapidly changing work environment Driven, highly motivated, and committed to improvement Ability to add something unique and positive to our team Desired Skills and Experience Minimum of 612 months professional relevant working experience in the satellite industry Specific experience with FDS SW any kind Experience in fault and anomaly investigation Familiarity with different satellites systems and subsystems Software orientation Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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