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NonMetallic Materials Process Engineer SCJ2914
2015-09-08 13:04:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Summary An experienced and knowledgeable Materials Engineer is required to support ESA onsite at ESTEC. Objective To support project reviews for materials process approval including safety reviews for use on launchers and spacecraft. Responsibilities Duties Specific tasks will include but will not be limited to Evaluation of nonmetallic materials such as polymers incl. adhesives and coatings, ceramics and composite materials for use on launchers as well as spacecraft Performing general failure analysis of materials and assemblies including resolution of internalexternal NCRs Non Conformance Reports of testing and evaluation activities Using various laboratory tools such as optical and electron, microscopy, spectroscopy, surface analysis instruments to analyse materials and processes behaviour Carrying out testing analysis of relevant lab investigations in an ISO 17025 compliant manner including procedure and documentation development Surface modification and analysis due to space environmental effects like atomic oxygen UVVUV and plasma effects. Analyse the behaviour of materials and their resistance to the space environment. Performing space environmental simulation to assess effects on materials Providing expert support for materials and process reviews as requested by formal reviews of space missions Producing clear and professional reports as specified for the task Supporting the inclusion of results in internal databases Interaction with internal and external customers on a professional level Qualifications Experience PhD or Master degree in materials science, materials physicschemistry or a related field. Good familiarity with advanced surface analysis techniques XPS, AFM, Raman, TOFSIMS, SEM EDXWDX, FIB A strong background on other advanced materials characterization techniques with specific emphasis in thermal analysis techniques. Some experience on carrying out RD studies to understand behaviour of materials under extreme environments such as space. Familiarity and understanding of ESA PA requirements ECSS as well as ISO17025 requirements. Qualities The engineer must be willing operate in a team environment. Ability to work independently and be confident with direct customer contact Heshe should display good interpersonal and communication skills The engineer should be comfortable in an international working environment and be fluent in English 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 25th October 2015 Location of the position is ESTEC, Nordwijk, The Netherlands Benefits Salary plus a benefits package are offered to the successful candidate 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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