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Senior Communications Payload Systems Engineer
2013-11-08 10:35:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Primary purpose of role Based in Los Angeles at the spacecraft manufacturer plant, you will be required to join a team responsible for the procurement of the Inmarsat 5 F4 satellite. Reporting to Massimiliano Ladovaz, Vice President, Space Infrastructure Development, the role will be responsible for supervising the contractor, to ensure the design, engineering, manufacturing and testing of the communications payload systems of the Inmarsat 5 F4 spacecraft are to the required quality standard, within specifications and delivered within the planned time frame. The responsibilities will also include operational support to the satellite operation department in London. Key responsibilities Integrate with the contractor teams, to lead and coordinate the design of payload systems. Participate and lead communications in payload systems, manufacturing, test and delivery reviews. Supervise the assembly integration and testing of the payload systems. Manage contractor for timely resolution of the communications payload systems technical, and schedule problems. Report issues and contractual conflicts affecting satisfactory problem resolution Essential knowledge and skills Electronics Engineering graduate or equivalent with proven experience in the field of communications spacecraft payload systems. Experience in production and testing of space qualified payload systems hardware. Experience in communications payload systems performance modelling. Experience in spacecraft integration and testing. Excellent writing and reporting skills. Good communication skills with different stakeholders at all levels of the organisation Fundamental personal qualities Enterprise Spirit The ideal candidate will make valuable contributions to process improvements and technical innovation. They will overcome setbacks, disappointments, displaying strong drive and selfmotivation. The individual will display strong passion and desire to support organisation growth. He or she will act within his or her circle of competence and know the boundaries. Inspired Communications The individual should be articulate, particularly in expressing often complex technical information. They will listen proactively to others and will have an ability to engage appropriate audiences for communication. The individual will need to demonstrate a high degree of personal integrity and sensitively deliver candid feedback. Solution Focus The role requires a resourceful approach and tenacity to ensure continuous improvement in order to achieve efficiencies, an ability to face up to problems quickly and take appropriate action. He or she will have a willingness to be selfcritical and learn from mistakes avoiding hubris. A methodical and rigorous approach is essential along with a proven ability to work across organisation boundaries. The ideal candidate will demonstrate objective, rational and multidisciplinary thinking he or she will act within their circle of competence and know the boundary. Leadership The ideal candidate will be able to make objective decisions whilst demonstrating dynamic resourcing to integrate and lead the contractor teams. The individual will be accountable for delivering tactical solutions that are in line with the program plan. The individual will handle tension and pressure within the working environment carefully. The individual will encourage and participate in teamwork to help achieve optimum results. Best Value Objectively assess and supervise the contractor teams in order to ensure payload systems meet specifications and are delivered within planned time frames. ITAR International Traffic in Arms Regulations Given the scope and responsibilities of this role, the successful candidate will need to access ITAR controlled information. Successful applicants will therefore be required to provide personal information, including place of birth and all nationalities, to ensure compliance with US export control requirements. To apply please send your CV and covering letter to Daniel Blackman Human Resources 99 City Road London EC1Y 1AX Tel 0207 728 1790 Fax 0207 728 1790 Email Daniel.Blackmaninmarsat.com
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