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Senior Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem, Payload MEO
2018-11-15 11:29:10| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Where others see barriers, we see opportunities. Do you enjoy supporting customers realizing breakthrough value? Do you stay attuned to your customers needs and visions? Do you like to work openly and supportively together with your colleagues and customers? Our work involves many different minds and skills, it cant be done alone. Its a great time being SES. SES is the worldleading satellite operator providing endtoend communication solutions. SES leads across new technologies in video, enterprise, mobility and government We are a team of people coming from all across the globe who work together to make a real difference in the world. We help to bridge the digital divide by connecting millions of people on the African continent We make it possible for people to stay connected while flying 10km up on a commercial airplane. We provide extensive satellite coverage of all of the worlds seas and ocean regions via our dedicated mobility beams We distribute 7,400 channels to more than 1 billion people in 317 million homes We work together with our partners to develop new standards that transform how people consume and enjoy entertainment Senior Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem, Payload MEO Luxembourg Betzdorf USA Manassas Your Job SES is looking for a talented Spacecraft Engineer specialized in the Payload subsystem, with specific scope within the SES MEO constellation fleet. If you are searching for an international and dynamic environment and interested in taking responsibility and growing you can find it at SES. You will be part of the team in charge of MEO Payload Engineering, spacecraft inorbit operations and performance monitoring, as well as support to spacecraft planning, design and procurement. Your Responsibilities Support MEO payload mission and operations Support Launch, LEOP, Payload IOT and transition phasing of MEO satellites into constellation for Start of Service Maximize satellite and constellation fleet availability and longevity Monitor health status and provide oncall support for satellites in operation, including recovery and followup of eventual spacecraft offlimit conditions, anomalies and service interruptions Support tool and procedure development of payload mission for MEO constellation current and future mPower Develop and maintain tools for evaluating and trending payload and constellation performance Support the design and procurement of new satellites, including MEO mPower constellation, for spacecraft design reviews, integration, ground and inorbit testing Act as Payload Operations interface for platform systems, sales engineering, ground operations and systems architecture and engineering teams Support endtoend design solutions Support spacecraft anomalies and contingency operations, including new operational solutions, for contingency operations at spacecraft and constellationlevel Your ExperienceQualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering masters degree preferred, with a specialization in Radio Frequency telecommunications. Previous exposure to digital payload technology and operation is considered a strong asset e.g. digital transparent processor Minimum 2 for Senior 7 years industryrelated experience Have a thorough understanding of the satellite payload subsystems, including the management of all the equipment on board of the spacecraft that is required for proper transmission of the customer signal Ability to adapt to fastpaced or custom situations with innovative and effective solutions Ability to effectively respond to and interact with all levels of organizational staff Have a sound theoretical knowledge and be eager to implement it in a practical environment Have strong analytical and problemsolving skills Have strong computer software skills. Programming skills and familiarity with python, xml, CC, or Matlab are a plus Be able to provide 247 oncall support, react to contingencies and cope with high stress situations Have strong communication skills, both written and oral as well as teamspirit We offer you A diverse workplace. For SES, diversity is more than a question of gender or race we welcome different minds and different skills An exciting job opportunity in a fast moving and fascinating industry. Our technology is launching into space on the next generation of rockets Opportunities to further grow and develop in a global and growing company we believe lifelong learning is key to bring the best of SES worldwide A competitive compensation package linked to your performance and further completed with attractive benefits SES is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply HERE
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