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Spacecraft Operations Engineer ExoMars TTC, communications, Mars data relay operations mf
2014-07-29 16:42:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Spacecraft Operations Engineer ExoMars TTC, communications, Mars data relay operations mf The Mission ExoMars is the European mission to characterise the biological and geochemical environment on Mars in preparation for future robotic missions and human exploration. The mission foresees an ESA provided orbiter in 2016 and a Rover in 2018. The Orbiter will be launched in 2016. Following a 9 months cruise it will go into Mars Orbit and perform an initial orbital science phase for one Martian year. Subsequently the orbiter will be the prime source for relay communications for the 2018 Rover and following missions. The Rover Mission will be launched in 2018, transported and deployed to the surface of Mars by NASA provided assets. The Orbiter will be operated from ESOC in Darmstadt, while the Rover will be operated by remote centres under ESAs responsibility. ESOC will also be responsible for the overall mission coordination and communications. The spacecraft control system will be based on SCOS2000 with the support from the ESA and NASA deep space ground station network. More information on ESAs ExoMars missions can be found here httpexploration.esa.intmars. The Challenge We are looking for a skilled Spacecraft Operations Engineer to be part of the team providing spacecraft operations engineering services to the Solar and Planetary Missions Division of ESAESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, with initial assignment to the ExoMars 2016 mission. Initially, the main areas of responsibility for this position are TTC, Communications and Data Relay platform subsystems Preparation, validation and maintenance of the internal and external interfaces for Mars data relay operations. This is a full time position, located at ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, starting in January 2015. Your Qualifications Applicants shall have an university degree, preferably in aerospace, electronics or physics or other suitable qualification. Essential skills are Previous experience in spacecraft platform subsystem operations Operational experience with interplanetary missions Understanding of spacecraft Flight Control Team tasks and responsibilities, both pre and postlaunch Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Ability to coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Desirable skills are Strong educational background in an engineering or science discipline Handson experience with ground systems and facilities required to support spacecraft operations Familiarity with the ESOC environment Operational experience with TTC subsystems, space data relay and indirect spacecraft operations concepts Previous experience with mission planning processes The ability to multitask efficiently working on multiple activities, multiple subsystems and if applicable multiple missions simultaneously. You may also be requested to take responsibility and perform activities for additional spacecraft subsystems or systems within the scope of spacecraft operations engineering. Working time is normal office hours, with the engineer providing oncall support outside normal working hours. Occasional travel within Europe may be required. Terma offers At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary. Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Further information For further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Davies by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link httpswww.epos.dkRekTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId508joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date September 10th, 2014 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events
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