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System Engineer for Space Exploration
2019-10-04 14:15:42| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
System Engineer for Space Exploration, Ref no 1970885 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defence, nondefence and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, France, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, France, Germany, the UK and France. Job description For our customer, the European Space Agency ESA, we are seeking an experienced Space Systems Engineer to work at ESAs ESTEC site in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Responsibilities You will be assigned to support the Exploration, Preparation and Research Technology ExPeRT Team in the Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration HRE. The team conducts system studies, initially focusing on robotic and human lunar exploration demonstration missions, that will prepare for later exploration missions and the technology needed to deliver them, including the first round trip European mission to the planets. This covers technology areas such as advanced propulsion, novel energy sources, life support, autonomynavigationartificial intelligence, insitu resources, and radiation protection and mitigation. You will act as supporting System Engineer with the following tasks Leadingsupporting the implementation of ESA internal and industrial system definition studies at Phase 0AB1 level, including associated payload and technology development activities, preparing future European activities and projects in the field of human and robotic exploration, addressing missions to Low Earth Orbit, Moon or Mars. Interfacing with study scientists and study science teams. Developing and maintaining keydriving requirements for future ESA development activities for exploration missions at mission, architecture, system and technology level in line with the HRE strategy. Monitoring international plans in the field of exploration and supporting, through interactions with international partners, the definition and analysis of future international exploration mission scenarios and associated technology requirements. Supporting activities organized by HRE in the field of exploration workshops, round tables. etc. and establishingmaintaining HRE databases related to Exploration activities. Contributing to the diffusion of the results of the performed activities and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency. Supporting HRE for other mission definitionrelated tasks, as required. The requested start of work is midNovember 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter. Qualifications Competencies The successful candidate will have the following. Education Masters degree or equivalent qualification in Physics or a relevant engineering subject. Required skills and experience A background in space mission analysis and definition. Knowledge of human and robotic space exploration programmes. Strong analytical skills and a systemmindset. At least four years relevant experience working in planetary mission systems engineering is required. Experience of minimum 4 years in space missions systems engineering is desirable. Experience in space mission analyses and tradeoffs andor electric propulsion mission design is considered an asset. Good analytical, organisational, and reporting skills, Work experience in an international environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively, autonomously and cooperatively in a multidisciplinary and international team. Ability to cope with pressure and deadlines. Proactive attitude to problemsolving and interest in innovative technologies. Fluent in English knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset e.g. French, German, Italian. What can Terma Offer? 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 Support on relocation if applicable Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed, please apply exclusively through our website httpswww.terma.comcareersapplytoopenpositions and upload a cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date October 24th 2019 Please note the following Legal Security requirements Applicants must hold all appropriate permits to work in the EU. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their IDpassport and degreehigher education certificate. Terma will validate the certificate with the issuing authority. A Certificate of Good Conduct or equivalent will be applied for at commencement of employment. 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