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2015-11-05 15:05:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Optical ElectroOptics Engineer mf Ref. No. 159737 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Job description Our customer, ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, is seeking an Optical and ElectroOptics Engineer to provide specialist engineering support to the Head of the Ground Station Subsystems section at ESOC. The work of the Optical and ElectroOptics Engineer covers the definition and monitoring of development, implementation and maintenance contracts as well as internal studies related to a Optical space communication b Passive and active observation of space objects c Electrooptical, and Frequency and Timing subsystems for groundstation use, including optical atomic clocks Responsibilities The work of the Optical and ElectroOptics Engineer will encompass the following specific tasks Definition of specifications for the development, procurement, validation and deployment of optical ground stations and related subsystems for optical space communications from satellites in various orbits Definition of specifications for the development, procurement, validation and deployment of optical ground stations and related subsystems for passive and active observation of space objects including laser, detector, and signal processing technologies Definition of specifications for the development, procurement, validation and integration of optical, electrooptical, but also RF subsystems for use in the ground station environment. Specific examples are in particular frequency and timing systems including atomic and optical clocks Technical management under ESA responsibility of related industrial study, development, and procurement activities s contracts team Engineering support to integration, testing, maintenance, and operations, of developed equipment and systems in ESA facilities within the area of expertise, incl. the participation in test campaigns on industrys premises and Ground Segment Reference Facility Support of the Section in related internal studies and preparation of Technical Development Activities TDA While Optical and Electrooptical technologies are being emphasized, the post holder is exoected to expand his knowledge and activities into other technology domains, such as image signal Processing and RF, and Frequency and Timing systems in particular. This is a fulltime position at ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany with a planned starting date in January 2016. Qualifications Competencies University degree in Physics or Optical ElectroOptical engineering with proven solid educational and practical experience in the design and testing of optical andor electrooptical systems. Experience related to space missions on the one hand and knowledge of Image signalprocessing techniques on the other hand, as well as frequency and timing, is an asset. Particular areas can include Optical telescope system design and modelling knowledge of optical component manufacturing techniques and tolerances, Optical systems assembly and integration alignment in particular, Optical characterization metrology, stray light, imaging performance, Focal plane definition, selection, specification and characterization, Modulation and detection techniques optical link budget calculations, Image processing and signal processing techniques Coherent techniques interferometry, spectral techniques passive and tunable filters, Atmospheric propagation effects, atmospheric characterization instrumentation, wavefront correction techniques, Laser systems Frequency and Timing technology optical atomic clocks Fluency in English spoken and written is mandatory, as English is the working language. The position requires a great deal of independence and selfmotivation. The candidates should be able to work with little supervision, but also be able to contribute to the team effort. What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Davies by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link below with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date November 27th, 2015 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events
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