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2014-05-09 14:41:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
LSE Space is looking for an experienced Systems OperationsEngineer mf for our customer EUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. Within the EUMETSAT Operations Department, the RealTime Services and System Operations RSO Division is responsible for the endtoend system and mission operations, including ground stations, data and product processing, communications, and dissemination of the data and products to users. RSO also supports the Flight Operations Division FLO in space system flight operations, as well as mission analysis and mission control. The position shall contribute with particular focus on realtime endtoend mission operations and the systems required to support them. This includes communications networks, operational infrastructure, control room layout, as well as interfacing to FLO as part of the overall system and spacecraft operations. The post is required for the routine operations phases of the MSG and EPS systems, and to support the preparation of future missions. As a member of RSO, the Key Person shall provide support to the development and operation of the MSG Ground Segment and the EPS Overall Ground System OGS, as well as their evolution. Main duties will include the support to System operations in a realtime operations environment Endtoend operations monitoring Communications systems operations Infrastructure operations and evolution including control centre definition and redesign upgrades, and system operations configuration management Business Continuity maintenance of the Operations Evacuation Control Room evolution of BackUp Operations Sites... Multimission operations, including Storage Network Infrastructure SNI GENERIC EVENT MONITORING SYSTEM SYSTEM MONITORING AND REPORTING TOOL System Evolutions for existing and new programs Manual and Automated system and satellite operations including planning and scheduling. The role comprises a range of tasks including the provision of support to the routine operation of the LEO GEO ground segments, as well as their evolution to include new programs and system operations. The Key Person will be responsible for the definition andor maintenance of the routine operations procedures pertaining to system operations and the interfaces of the key systems within the ground segment, in accordance with the established EUMETSAT Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices. As part of the operations evolution, the key person will be responsible for the redesign and evolution of the control rooms to support existing and new programs, in an ergonomic and space efficient manner, using the latest industry proven infrastructure and operational considerations. The Key Person will acquire and maintain a Systemwide view of the MSG System, and the EPS CGS and OGS, particularly in the areas of system monitoring control and data flows. The Key Person will review any planned changes to the system configurations for LEO and GEO ground segments, and support the investigation of anomalies encountered through the routine system and ground segment operations. The Key Person will provide support to the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programs e.g. MetopC and MSG4, and for future operational programs now in development including Sentinel3, MTG and EPSSG. The key person will interface with project teams on the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrade. The Key Person will perform the following routine operations tasks Definition and maintenance of system operations procedures, including System and ground segment procedures and operations guides Liaison with the spacecraft operations team to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities Liaison with the ground segment facility operations teams and system operations analysts to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission operations through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc. Interface with the systems maintenance teams and industry representatives to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes Provision of support to operational ground segment analyses Provision of standbyoncall support as system operations engineer, on an as needed basis. This will be coordinated through the normal oncall process Provision of support, as required, to critical operations Processing of system anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in Anomaly Review Boards Participation in technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning meetings Processing of system modifications, including their documentation, approval, and implementation, including participation in Change Review Boards Support to, and participation in, the functional verification and operational validation of system upgrades and evolutions, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment. Provision of training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations Team. Qualifications Experience Required Sound experience of system operations in a realtime spacecraft operations environment Proven experience in the operation of spacecraft control systems Good experience of control room architectures and ergonomics Experience of communications systems operations Work experience defining and implementing the verification and validation of ground segment systems. Experience of the following would be a distinct advantage Extensive experience at least three years in the definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of mission data systems Experience in business continuity techniques and associated system operations Extensive experience at least three years in the operations preparation and routine operations of Geostationary GEO and Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems Experience of using configuration management systems such as CVS Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Windows Linux operating systems leading a small team of engineers. Academic and work related requirements A University degree in an engineering discipline is required. Perfect command of English, verbal and written. Knowledge of French would be an asset. Location of workEUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. Benefits A permanent employment contract. Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package. Career path. Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then send your application preferably online to andree.scherschellsespace.com until 5th June 2014.
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