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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Sentinel1 Payload Data Handling mf
2013-10-25 10:35:00| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About Terma With a 35year track record, Terma is among the most experienced European providers of missioncritical products, software, and services for space missions. Terma excels in stateoftheart niche technology and robust operational systems for the space industry. Working in close collaboration with customers and leading industry bodies, we develop advanced, missionspecific solutions. More than 150 employees are operating in all phases of space program development, Termas unique systems, software, and products are depended upon all over the world by astronauts, spacecraft, and organizations for mission success. Our solutions include customized systems for space science, earth observation, navigation, and telecommunication programs. They are based at Terma premises in Denmark, Germany and The Netherlands as well as numerous customer sites around Europe. The Mission The ESA Sentinel1 mission is a polarorbiting Earth observation satellite system for the continuation of Synthetic Aperture Radar SAR operational applications, comprising two satellites, Sentinel1A and Sentinel1B. Sentinel1A is currently in the final stages of preparation for launch, with launch planned for early 2014. The Challenge We are looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE to be part of the flight operations team based at ESOC in Darmstadt. The position is primarily assigned to the Sentinel1 mission ref. httpwww.esa.intesaLPSEMBRS4KXMFLPgmes0.html, but with the possibility of supporting other missions within the ESOCs Earth Observation Missions Division. The primary area of responsibility for this position is the Payload Data Handling Transmission PDHT subsystem with includes the Xband RF subsystem. In addition, the candidate will provide operations support to the Data Handling and SBand TTC subsystems. The candidate may be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional subsystems or systems, depending on hisher experience and background. Other areas of responsibility specific to Sentinel1 are Validation, test and operation of the Flight Operations Segment FOS ground systems, including the Mission Control System and Satellite Operational Simulator Support to the setup, validation, test and operation of the Onboard Software Management systems. This is a fulltime position with a planned starting date of January 2014, with duration to the end of the Sentinel1B spacecraft commissioning expected 2016. Your Qualifications Applicants should have a university or similar degree in an engineering subject or physics. Applicants should have basic knowledge of all spacecraft subsystems and detailed knowledge of the subsystems listed in the technical description. Knowledge of and experience in ESA Ground Segment Operations and ESOC Ground Segment Components Mission Control System, Simulators is desirable. Essential skills are Spacecraft subsystem knowledge, preferably for Data Handling and RF subsystems Experience in activities applicable to spacecraft operations Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Teamplayer Selfstarter, able to work independently with little supervision. Desirable skills are Familiarity with the ESOC environment Familiarity with satellite control systems, in particular SCOS2000 Some experience dealing with external interfaces Familiarity with operational simulators, especially the ones based on SimSat Familiarity with low Earth orbit satellites The candidate should be able to multitask efficiently Working on multiple activities, multiple subsystems and if applicable multiple missions simultaneously. 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 kedterma.com or terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link httpwww.epos.dkRekTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId418joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date November 13th, 2013 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma is a hightech, internationally recognized supplier of advanced and customized systems, products, and services within defense systems, surveillance, radar systems, and space.
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