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SpacetoGround System Verification and Validation Engineer
2015-08-14 17:03:42| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting a SpacetoGround System Verification and Validation Engineer to support EPSSG Programme at our clients premises in Darmstadt, Germany. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Test preparation execution Definition of the approach scope of tests, test cases, key test data test tools, logistics, ... for testing of spacetoground RF interfaces of the MetopSG and JPSS satellites with relevant ground stations, and generation of the related test plans. Generation of test specifications elaboration of test cases and of stepbystep test procedures. Preparation of a schedule for the test activities, taking into account the development schedule of ground stations, of test tools such as RF suitcases, etc. Support for the coordination of test activities with partners in particular NOAA for testing for JPSS and, as relevant, industry. Performing reviews of technical documentation provided by MetopSG industry and by EPSSG ground segment industry, to ensure compatibility of related design and testing with needs of EPSSG System VV. Coordination of shipments of test tools such as RF suitcase to the ground station, execution of the planned tests, analysis of the results and preparation of test reports if occurring during the period of the consultancy. Test tools Generation maintenance of requirements specifications for relevant test tools e.g., for RF suitcases S, Ka and Xband and for RF InOrbit Test IOT tools. Contribution to the generation maintenance of Interface Requirements Documents Interface Control Documents for these test tools. Contribution to the development procurement of test tools following up the development of RF suitcases part of MetopSG development review relevant technical documents provided by industry and support acceptance testing following up the development of RF IOT tools part of EPSSG Ground Segment development review relevant technical documents provided by industry and support acceptance testing development procurement of further test equipment as needed for testing of spacetoground RF interfaces Preparation of a plan to ensure that all relevant RF test equipment remains calibrated over the foreseen testing duration. System requirements specification and verification Support for the maintenance of the EPSSG SpacetoGround Interface Requirements Document SGIRD. Consolidation of the approach method, level, phase, etc. for the verification of the SGIRD and maintenance of the related Verification Control Matrix VCM in DOORS. Analysis of subSystem level VCMs and associated documentation, to ensure consistency with the verification approach to be applied at subSystem level MetopSG Space Segment and EPSSG Ground Segment. Assessment and tracking of results of verification activities done by MetopSG and EPSSG Ground Segment industry as relevant for spacetoground interfaces and recording of relevant results in the VCM. Recording of results of executed EPSSG System tests in the VCM if tests occurring during the period of the consultancy. Preparation of verification control documents for the SGIRD, with the synthetic status of the performed verification. In addition the keyperson will be involved in some more general tasks Participation in support for relevant internal and external technical meetings. Regular review of EPSSG documentation dealing with requirements, system concepts, architecture and design, technical analyses, to identify information of importance for System VV activities. In addition, and with the same aim, analysis of documents provided by external partners, specifically in the framework of formal reviews for space segment andor ground segment elements. Support for the preparation of documentation for EPSSG System level reviews. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory University degree in the domain of engineering, physics or equivalent. At least 3 years of handson involvement in RF testing of spacetoground interfaces at satellite andor ground station level. Familiarity with procurement, installation, use and maintenance of relevant test equipment, such as RF suitcases. Handson experience with the preparation of test documentation test plans, specifications, procedures and reports. The following skills would be highly desirable Involvement in the preparation and execution of tests at remote sites. Involvement in RF design related to spacetoground interfaces at satellite andor ground station level. Expertise in Kaband link design or testing. Experience in other areas of System VV, such as Satellite System Validation Tests i.e. validation of endtoend TMTC chains and of spacecraft operational procedures. 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 08092015. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of SECRET or above. About RHEA RHEA is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT, NATO and Airbus Defence Space.
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