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GNC Engineer SCJ 2807
2014-06-24 16:41:24| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Summary httpwww.telespaziovega.comcareersvacanciesj2807.aspx An experienced GNC Engineer required to work for the System Engineering Manager of the Lisa Pathfinder mission. Objective To be responsible for all control engineering activities relating to the Lisa Pathfinder mission up to the inorbit commissioning review. Responsibilities Duties Within the project guidelines and constraints the duties will include the following The post holder is responsible for all control engineering activities relating to the Lisa Pathfinder Project up to the inorbit commissioning review. The expected launch date is mid 2015 and inorbit commissioning review nominally takes place 90 days after launch The control systems engineering discipline relating to the Lisa Pathfinder Project mainly comprise of the Dragfree attitude control system DFACS, 15 coupled control loops as well as AOCS. The DFACS control systems is the main component for achieving inorbit demonstration of the unprecedented low differential acceleration noise for the two free floating Test Masses in the Inertial Sensor subsystem. In particular, correct tuning and robustness of the DFACS will likely define the ultimate performance of the Lisa Pathfinder mission objectives. Hence, the post holder will also have a major responsibility for verifying the science performance budget of the mission. Specifically, the main tasks of the post include but are not limited to Supervising the design and implementation of the DFACS and AOCS subsystems effectively finished Supervising the verification of DFACS in particular performed by Industry AOCS verification is to a large extent finished. This includes the test planning, test procedure development, test execution and analysis of test results as well as taking part in nonconformance review boards Monitoring the schedule of DFACS verification onground and inorbit commissioning Supervising the DFACS user manual prepared by Industry for correctnes Supervising the inorbit commissioning of DFACS that will be performed by Industry Liaison with STOC and MOC for the preparations of handover of the SC after inorbit commissioning for the DFACS. This involves following science operations simulations before launch and assessing nonconformant observations raised during such simulations for impact on DFACS Verification of the DFACS and science performance achieved in his specific field of competence, supporting System Engineering manager on the definition of the flight operations constraints and procedures, and the mission operations the preparation and implementation of the launch and commissioning phase The post holder will keep close contacts with the Control Systems Division TECEC which is the mother division in the Technical Directorate, sharing technical knowledge and participating at least once a month to the TECECN section meetings. Qualifications Experience MSc or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline Extensive insight and strong experience in control engineering and verification of complex control systems is required. Proven knowledge of modern control design methods, commercial modelbased design tools MATLAB. Experience with rapidprototyping of hardwareintheloop systems. Essential Skills Strong interpersonal and good communication skills are required for efficient interaction with highly skilled industrial and scientific expertise as well as capability to work effectively with the ESA project team. Qualities A proactive attitude to solving problems Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is Friday 18th July 2014 Location of the position is Nordwijk, the Netherlands Benefits Competitive Package Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.
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