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Spacecraft Operations Engineer mf
2015-10-12 14:04:49| 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 Spacecraft Operations Engineer mf Tasks and Responsibilities The work will be performed at the European Space Operations Centre ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany. This position, generally referred to as a Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE, is responsible for the support to the Sentinels missions as a member of the Flight Control Team FCT during the operational phases, including special operations, and will also participate in test campaigns. The position will include the following tasks and responsibilities Act as Expert Operations Engineer providing support to the platform andor Instruments. Validation, test and operation of the Simulator and of the Mission Control System MCS including the OnBoard Software Maintenance OBSM and Mission Planning System. Generation, validation and maintenance of the Flight Operations Plan FOP. Support to test and operate the Network Data Interface Unit NDIU. Support for Flight Operations System FOS procurement, integration and tests. Review of satellite documents. Launch and Early Orbit Phase LEOP support General Operational Support. Commissioning support General Operational Support. The tasks to be performed require considerable initiative, flexibility and independence in executing the assigned tasks. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have as a minimum a Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline and minimum 3 years of experience in Operations Engineering activities. The following qualifications and experience are required Demonstrate experience with low Earth Orbit Satellites Operations, including experience in preparatory phase OPSPREP, special operations LEOP, deorbiting campaign and operational phase routine either in Platforms and Instruments. Familiarity with satellite control systems, ideally SCOS2000, including data dissemination subsystems like EDDS and Mission Utility Support Tools MUST. Experience in working in an operational environment. Experience with flight procedures life cycle, including validation. Experience with anomaly investigations. Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems. The ability to work independently with little supervision. Wellorganised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel. Capable to coordinate and Interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Fluent in English verbally and written. Familiarity with operational simulators, ideally SimSat. Familiarity with TMTC databases, preferably SCOS2000 compatible. Experience in ground tests preparation and execution, e.g. Satellite Validation Test. Experience with ground segment integration and validation. Experience in validation and verification of Network Distribution and Interface Units or similar Electronical Ground Segment Equipment EGSE. The following experience is desirable Familiarity with MUST. Familiarity with ESOC working environment and Quality Management System QMS. Familiarity or previous experience in the operations of ESA earth observation missions is valued. The position is located on site at ESOC and will involve short European travels. 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. The deadline for applications is the 23rd of October, 2015. An interesting remuneration package will be offered with relocation assistance where necessary. For additional information, please contact Ms. Floriane Thomas at Space Applications Services jobsspaceapplications.com Leuvensesteenweg 325, 1932 Zaventem Tel 32 02721.54.84 32 02721.54.84
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