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Ground Segment System and IVV Engineer
2014-12-08 15:03:42| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a Ground Segment System and IVV Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The Ground Segment Engineer GSE shall support the development and maintenance of the EUMETSAT ground segments. The GSE shall also maintain an uptodate set of design documents and Interface Control Documents for the operational systems and shall perform technical analysis of system architecture and specification for evolutions or major upgrades of the ground segments. Requirements The key person should have the following background Development and maintenance of complex operational ground systems, preferably in the area of 247 operational remote sensing satellites Experience of ground segments which are designed and developed taking advantage by the reuse of existing generic infrastructure and functional elements System and Interfaces Engineering AIT experience for the development of major upgrades new ground systems in a 247 operational environment. Good knowledge of at least 2 of the following domains and an overview of the others will also be a distinct advantage o Networking Communications o Satellite Monitoring and Control systems o Data dissemination and archiving o Near RealTime Data Processing. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. If not, your application will remain in our database and can be matched against future openings. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Ground Segment System and IVV Engineer Reference G014273EUM Application closing date 20.01.2015 Start date To be confirmed
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