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Metrology and Calibration Engineer
2016-09-06 12:02:35| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting a Metrology and Calibration Engineer to support Metrology Laboratory of the Testing Division at our clients premises in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Support the daily activities of the Metrology Laboratory. Provide metrology support to the ESTEC Test Centre customers, the ESA projects and the ESTEC laboratories. Provide engineering support and specifically metrology support for investment and maintenance activities of the ESTEC Test Centre. Assuring proper maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and of the ISO 17025 quality system. Support the ESA internal research and development activities. Assuring a proper presentation of the Metrology Laboratory activities and plans to the Head of the Engineering Services Section of the Testing Division. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory Masters degree or equivalent qualification in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering with specialisation preferably in Geodesy with 23 years experience in metrology applications for satellite testing. Good comprehension of related technologies and engineering domains like electromechanical systems, optomechanical engineering, thermal engineering and vacuum systems. Former experience in the operation of test instrumentation like coordinate measuring machines, autocollimation theodolites, laser tracker, autocollimator, roughness tester, roundness tester, photogrammetry systems, linear laser interferometer, extensometers, IR cameras, data acquisition systems, and other sensors and metrology equipment. Demonstrated capability to liaise with ESA internal and industrial external test customers and have demonstrated ability to work in a team. A good knowledge of English language is required. Some knowledge of Dutch is desired for liaison with local suppliers. Experience in any of the following software is an asset PCDMIS CAD, Spatial Analyzer, MCOSMOS2, National Instruments LabVIEW, Matlab, Wyler Levelsoft, Mitutoyo SurfpakSV, GUM Workbench Pro, CATIA V5, LightTools, ResearchIR, Fovex 3D. Ability to work on a selfstanding base and provide flexibility and enthusiasm for the performed tasks. Ability to focus on providing a continuous improvement of the working environment, effectively liaising with colleagues and keeping up to date the technical knowhow of the Metrology laboratory. The following skills would be highly desirable Previous experience with maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and with the ISO 17025 quality system. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 29092016. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of SECRET or above. About RHEA RHEA is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT and NATO.
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