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Mission Control Operations Engineer
2015-07-30 16:05:55| 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 Mission Control Operations Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities As a member of the FLO Mission Control Systems team, the Key Person shall provide support to the system development and operations preparation of the MTG Mission Operations Facility performed within GEO division. The Key Person shall also provide support to the routine operations of the MSG Ground Segment and the EPS Overall Ground System OGS. In each case, support shall be provided in coordination with the relevant spacecraft and system operations andor development teams. The role comprises a range of tasks including support to the design and development of the MTG Mission Operations Facility, related subsystems and interfaces, in particular with a focus on the Mission Operations Facility operability the definition and implementation of Mission Operations Facility subsystem acceptance and MOF system integration testing, in particular with a focus on the definition of operationally relevant validation test scenarios the analysis of MTG specific Packet Utilisation Services PUS with the goal to develop operational concepts compatible with the Mission Operations Facility design the execution of Mission Operations Facility system verification and validation activities the definition and implementation of MTG Ground Segment system verification and validation activities, including formal system operational validation, SSVTs, and operations rehearsals the refinement of the MTG mission operations concept in relation to the Mission Operations Facility and its implementation in the Reference Operations Plan and System Operations File, including related documents and procedures, databases, etc the definition of MTG mission operations data items including displays, operations procedures, operational databases, operations guides, etc the definition and implementation of Mission Operations Facility operational interfaces the execution of MTG Ground Segment, Mission Operations Facility system, and Mission Operations Facility subsystem reviews, technical meetings, and scheduling and planning meetings the review and implementation of planned changes to the system configuration the review, disposition and resolution of system anomalies when applicable, the provision of oncall support postlaunch and to specific prelaunch activities as part of a team of MCS engineers the development and implementation of operations for existing operational programs the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programs, such as EPSMetopC. In the performance of these tasks, the Key Person shall apply the EUMETSAT configuration and change control processes, anomaly handling processes, as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. Requirements Essentials In addition to having a university degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline, the Key Person shall have the following mandatory attributes at least five years of experience in the operations preparation and routine operations of spacecraft mission control systems for Geostationary GEO andor Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems at least five years of experience defining and implementing the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems at least three years of experience operating a spacecraft mission control system based on SCOS2000 at least three years of experience with the application of ECSS and CCSDS standards for spacetoground interfaces, Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Desirables Experience of the following would be an distinct advantage extensive experience at least three years in the use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems experience at least two years of using configuration management systems such as CVS and or GIT experience at least two years of using satellite simulators familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations familiarity with EPOCH IPS MC product suite from Integral Systems now Kratos Linux operating system leading a small team of engineers. While the official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French, the working language for the position is English and therefore the Key Person must be able to work effectively in this language. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important 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. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. 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 Position Mission Control Operations Engineer Reference G015184EUM Application closing date 07.09.2015 Start date 01.01.2016
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