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Software Engineer for Space Communication System mf
2015-03-12 18:06:02| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services performs and supports system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the aerospace industry. We are involved in international manned unmanned spacecraft programmes, earth observation, science, exploration, communications and related technology development. We require staff, wishing to join our team to work in a dynamic international environment for the following position Software Engineer for Space Communication System mf MPCCSW201501 Tasks and Responsibilities The Multi Purpose Computer and Communications MPCC is a space communications programme aimed at enhancing the existing communication paths between the International Space Station ISSColumbus flight and ground system by adding bidirectional IPbased communication through the existing Kuband link, and by supporting a Kaband terminal at Columbus with an additional bidirectional communication path complementing the Kuband communication. Implementing this will Support the operations a new class of onboard experiment ESA class3 payloads with wired or wireless access to the Columbus LAN andor Joint Station LAN JSL and routing to ground users via JSL2 network. Enable additional groundbased users to contribute to the utilization of ISSColumbus using low cost flight hardware, low cost ground segment systems and a low cost operations concept and by this a reduction of overall cost for experiment execution on board the ISSColumbus. Groundspaceground communications tofrom users based on Internet Protocol IP. Extend the space to ground downlinkuplink capability via a Columbus Ka band terminal COLKA allowing bidirectional transfer of IP communication as well as downlink of bitstream data. European IP Communication Laptop EICL installed in Columbus as data router, COLKA controller and IP security instance. The work will be performed onsite in Bremen, Germany, as part of a team. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have as a minimum abachelor degree in computer related fields, and at least 3 years experience in a related field. Furthermore, candidates are required to have experience with Linux IP IPtables, routing, dynamic routing, security hardening on Intel HW platform PC. DTN Disruption tolerant networking. IP protocols TCPUDP, higher level protocols. Server Management Software e.g. Zabbix. Documentation Manual, Architectural Design Document. Experience with programming languages operating systems is essential. Any certificate related to networks or network security is an asset. Conditions Please apply by filling in the online application form and uploading your CV and Motivation Letter both in English on the Careers section of our website www.spaceapplications.com. For additional information, please contact Mr. Floriane Thomas at Space Applications Services jobsspaceapplications.com Leuvensesteenweg 325, 1932 Zaventem Tel 32 02 721.54.84
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