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2015-04-14 12:05:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
ACS is looking for the QA Consultant to insert in the Low Earth Orbit LEO Division at EUMETSAT. The consultant will be involved in the programmes currently ongoing within LEO Division, depending on the identified needs and priorities. ACS has more than 30 years experience in delivering solutions for Earth Observation satellites Ground Segments. Based in Rome, Italy and in Darmstadt, Germany, we delivered systems currently in operation in 20 countries worldwide and have a long record of successful projects carried out for ESA, EUMETSAT, EMSA and many other Space Agencies and Research Centres. ACS recently established German subsidiary ACSD aims at better serving our customers based in Darmstadt area. ACS offers pleasant, international working environment at customer site very competitive salary attractive benefit package tailored on specific exigencies training and personal growth within ACS group, full support from a high technology company for relocation to Darmstadt. TASKS Implement EUMETSAT QA policies in the assigned areas, in accordance with the Programme specific QA plan for all phases covered by the relevant contract and SOW Update the Programme specific QA plan as necessary Followup the satellite procurement activities performed by ESA Provide QA support during the storage phases of the satellites Follow up any repair activity necessary on instruments embarked on MetopC satellite Support, monitor and witness Satellite AIT activities regarding instruments Manage and support the Anomalies Review Board ARB and Material Review Board MRB Provide QA support during the launch preparation activities Participate to the launch campaign, if requested. The launch will take place in Centre Spatial Guyanais in Kourou, French Guyana. Support the definition of the QA procedures for the preparation of Phase CD of the programmes Provide QA support for the implementation of processes focussed in the area of the Ground Segment Support the regular monitoring of established metrics on the main processes within Ground Segments Provide QA support to the GS development activities Preparation and support to the project reviews process Support the QA requirements internal review process. Provide QA support for the implementation of Configuration Management processes Report directly to the LEO QA Manager for all Programme specific QA aspects and brief the LEO QA Manager on the main issues identified in the Programme specific meetings SKILLS The consultant will have the experience and capability to fulfil the assigned tasks in autonomy and with the minimum level of supervision. The consultant will have a background of at least 5 years in space systems spaceground segments, with at least 3 years of experience in project QA positions. The consultant should have a university degree technical knowledge in the areas mentioned above will be an asset In detail, the consultant is expected to demonstrate Sound handson experience in QA processes definition, implementation, monitoring and control Sound handson experience in risks management and lessons learned processes Sound experience in a rational application of quality international standards Sound handson experience in managing, reporting and following of procured items Knowledge of project management and project planning, including the ability to identify and report on critical paths Some knowledge of requirements management tools, e.g. DOORS Ability to draft management reports and executive summaries in English Sound handson experience of working on collaborative programmes between different partners Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Access Good interpersonal skills, including mediation skills, attitude to team working The working language for the position is English and therefore consultant must be able to work effectively in this language knowledge of French would be an asset ADDITIONALLY EU national or valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass editable format
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