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Optical Payload and CalibrationValidation Expert
2014-05-08 13:47:27| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
BlackBridge is currently recruiting for a Calibration and Validation expert with a strong insight into payload design considerations within our Calibration Validation team. The place of work will be Berlin, Germany. Background BlackBridge is focused on providing end to end solutions across the geospatial value chain. These include satelliteoperations, ground station services, datacentre and geo cloud solutions, and worldwide satellite imagery distribution through over 100 BlackBridge partners, combined with the creation of value added products and services. In Berlin, Germany, BlackBridge performs operation of its constellation of 5 identical remote sensing satellites including all satellite control, data processing and calibration and validation activities. Responsibilities Direct involvement, together with a small team, in the calibration and validation activities for BlackBridges five satellite RapidEye constellation. Responsibility in the definition, interpretation and discussion of optical payload requirements. Support the team in the definition of tailored calibration and validation strategies. Support the team in the evaluation of system requirements and their translation into payload systems design. Requirements and Skills Insight in payload design consideration including shortwave infrared systems, TMA telescopes and the environmental impacts on image quality Experience in geometric sensor modelling Experienced in working with payload contractors including the translation of system requirements into operational payload design Experience in remote sensing imaging processes Experience in satellite calibration processes absolute calibration, relative calibration, satellite cross calibration within the constellation and with other EarthObservation platforms Experience in the methodologies of satellite image data validation SNR, MTF, ... Experience in atmospheric transfer simulations MODTRAN etc. and atmospheric correction ATCOR etc. Very knowledgeable in using data analysis tools like IDL or Matlab Knowledge of Remote Sensing applications Selfstarter, works on own initiative, but communicates herhis plans, ideas, and concepts to herhis supervisor Must enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary team Excellent written and oral communication skills, with fluency in English is essential. German knowledge is a plus, other languages welcome Desired Specific Experience University degree in physics, optical engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or other relevant discipline with a broad expertise in the desired skills Ability to diagnose, solve or work around problems with the imaging chain e.g. data loss anomalies, detector failures or data transmission errors Strong foundation in optical payload system design and camera radiometric and geometric calibration and validation Practical experience in the remote sensing or optical industry Compensation We offer an attractive compensation package with strong emphasis on successdriven elements with rewards based on the longterm success of the company. BlackBridge is an equal opportunity employer.
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