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Telecommunications Payload Engineer mf
2016-02-11 11:11:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
LSE Space is looking for an Engineer mf to fulfill the task of Telecommunications Payload Engineer for the Quantum Project at the European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications ECSAT based at the Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire, UK. Key Tasks and Responsibilities The Payload Engineer reports primarily to the Quantum Payload Manager in the Telecommunications and Integrated Applications Directorate, Telecommunication Satellite Programmes Department and will be responsible for monitoring various performances and engineering aspects of satellite payloads. The Payload Engineers tasks will include Monitoring payload units development Integration and testing Monitoring the coherent and costeffective implementation of payload requirements from system level down to the lower application level Working in Partnership with Satellite Operators to ensure that the payload equipment development proceeds in a timely and pragmatic manner whilst maintaining the original innovative nature of the payload Working with the industrial team to ensure that the design and performance of payload meets its specified requirements, including software, subsystem and unit performances Analysing predicted performance parameters of payload and monitoring these throughout the project phases Ensuring the adequacy of relevant operational requirements to control and operate the payload Supporting payload and lowerlevel reviews, as well as supporting spacecraft level reviews and any nonconformance reviews. Regular reporting to his programme Payload Manager In the execution of the tasks, the Payload Engineer will liaise closely and proactively with the rest of the Quantum Project team as well as with other Project Teams within the Telecommunications Satellite Programmes Department. Skills Experience Applicants for this post should have a Master degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or physics, together with substantial experience in Designing and developing of one or more onboard RF equipment including LNAs, frequency converters, channel amplifiers, digital processor, multiplexers, filters, EPCs and satellite antennas. Systems and strategic thinking, results orientation, responsible risktaking decisionmaking, and relationship management are considered important. Applicants should be able to work well in a team and communicate effectively. The successful candidate should demonstrate proven technical capabilities, in particular in the mechanicalstructural engineering field, and the capacity to apply analytical and sound judgment to resolve problems pragmatically. The Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellent organisation skills, attention to detail, resourcefulness and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Knowledge of another ESA member state language is an asset. Location of work European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications ECSAT based at the Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire, UK. 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 in which the company is involved all potential employees will undergo stringent reference including authentication of university degrees and certificates and identity checks. Are you looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then send your application, preferably online, to andree.scherschellsespace.com by 29th February 2016.
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