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Payload Systems Engineering Director 202ML
2014-10-16 13:05:27| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About Inmarsat Inmarsat was formed in 1979 and has been at the forefront of global mobile satellite communications ever since. We are the leading provider of voice and highspeed data communications for users on land, at sea and in the air. Inmarsat plc. is a FTSE 250 company with a profitable track record and significant growth aspirations. We operate in over 80 countries with more than 40 offices worldwide. The next few years will see the exciting realisation of business opportunities on Inmarsats existing fleet of 10 satellites, following the successful launch of Alphasat a joint venture with the European Space Agency and our 1.2 billion launch of our next generation satellites and services Global Xpress. Primary role purpose Inmarsat require a Director of Payload Systems Engineering who will report to the VP of Space segment. The Individual will lead the global payload systems engineering team in the development, implementation and delivery of Inmarsat payload systems. The post holder will oversee all aspects of existing, and future, payload projects translating commercial requirements into technical specifications, negotiating infrastructure contracts, leading payload systems to operational readiness and ensuring Inmarsat continues to innovate in the area of payload technology. He or she will contribute significantly to future Inmarsat satellite designs. The successful applicant will support the satellite program managers to ensure that the satellite contractor is compliant with contractual payload specification requirements and will support the operational team to ensure 6 sigma payload availability. The Director, Payload Systems Engineering will lead the Payload System Engineering team located at the satellite manufacturer field offices and in London HQ. Key Responsibilities Manage and lead a team of strong and developing Payload Engineers, provide leadership and management to the group. Translate the marketbusiness needs into payload satellite specifications in collaboration with the Chief Space Systems Architect Negotiate new Space Infrastructure satellite contracts Support the satellite program managers in resolving payload issues that arise during the spacecraft design, assembly, integration and test phase Actively lead the payload system innovation with the aim to continuously improve Inmarsat competitiveness Support the VP, Space Segment in identifying technological choices for an optimum space segment responding to the system needs Provide spacecraft payload engineering support to Operations for the inorbit fleet and support the continuous improvement of the ISAT operational concept Essential Knowledge and Skills Advanced Engineering degree in Satellite Telecommunications. At least fifteen years of experience in satellite design manufacturing test and system engineering. Proven extensive experience and understanding of payload satellite design. Extensive experience in contract negotiations Strong demonstration of technical leadership plus excellent management skills, an ability to manage, motivate and develop team members Excellent writing and reporting skills. Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization Ability to coach other members of the Satellite Engineering team. Desirable qualities knowledge and Skills A passionate desire to take the organization as far as it can go A demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries Objective, rational and multidisciplinary thinking Courage to act upon convictions A high degree of integrity Provide candid feedback Ability to face up to problems quickly and take action A willingness to be selfcritical and learn from mistakes avoiding hubris Acts within her or his circle of competence and knows the boundary
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