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Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist
2021-03-17 18:13:22| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 828 On behalf of ESA, we are currently looking for a Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist to work in its Site ESTEC in the city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands. The duties of the key person will relate to Mission Science support to the definition and implementation of future Copernicus 2.0 terrestrial optical Sentinel missions and other optical missions, including support to mission requirements consolidation and the development of geophysical algorithms and preparing products. The Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist will report to the relevant StudyProject Manager and maintain close coordination with the relevant Mission Scientist and other members of the StudyProject team. For the mission simulator activities, the key person will work closely with the Study TeamProject, but also with experts from the technical directorate. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Help to the management of mission requirements for optical Earth observation missions. Support convening and running of relevant CHIME and Next Generation Sentinel Mission Advisory Group and Expert Group activities, including associated organisation and administration. Coordinate the definition and development of algorithms to be used in the conversion of calibrated Top of atmosphere RadianceReflectances Level 1 to geophysical parameters Level 2. Initiate, manage and monitor the development of the Level 2 prototype processor, including the definition of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the implementation of the prototypes of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the assessment of Sentinel mission performance on the basis of Level 2 products derived by prototype Level 2 processors. Support and monitor the development of mission specific performance Simulators. Provide support for the running of the Hypersense campaign activities, including associated satellite acquisitions by PRISMA and DESIS. Support the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users. Contribute to the preparation, planning and execution of the instrument commissioning and routine operations activities including the Inorbit Verification Phase and Calibration and Validation activities. Monitor the Sentinel mission performance during commissioning phase. Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. SBGNASA, EnMAPDLR, PRISMAASI, Landsat NGUSGSNASA. Support the generation of project level internal and external reporting e.g., Quarterly Status Reports. Continue strong partnership with internal e.g. EOPTECdepartments and external entities e.g. NASA, ASI, DLR. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory PhD, with at least of 6 years scientific experience. Specialisation in terrestrial Earth observation remote sensing and optical biogeophysical variable retrieval. Demonstrated experience in terrestrial science, with strong knowledge in radiative transfer and vegetation variable retrievals. Knowledge on remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, data assimilation principles. Strong fundamental background in optical remote sensing, and in particular in hyperspectral remote sensing. Familiarity with the Copernicus Space Component Programme. Familiarity with ECs directives and policies and services related to vegetation and soil monitoring and related operational Land monitoring services. Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of vegetation and soil observations and related atmospheric corrections. Strong Experience in the development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs and in setting up preoperational processing systems. Ability to work independently and in teams. Demonstrated autonomy and good organisation, planning, management and communication skills. Proficiency in the English language, both written and spoken. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 31032021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.
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