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Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer Engineering Manager
2019-08-16 15:16:52| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer Engineering Manager UKRI STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Didcot 48,877 to 59,308 dependent on experience and inclusive of annual allowances Full timepart time minimum 25 hours. Open ended About the role STFCs RAL Space department carries out an exciting range of worldclass space research and technology development. Weve had significant involvement in over 210 space missions and operate at the forefront of UK Space Research. RAL Space is leading the technical development of the payload for the ARIEL space mission, a major ESA Mclass science mission M4 for launch in 2028 to study the atmospheres of exoplanets. It is the first mission dedicated to measuring the chemical composition and thermal structures of hundreds of transiting exoplanets, enabling planetary science far beyond the boundaries of the Solar System. We are seeking an outstanding technical leader to join the team as the systems engineering lead engineering manager for the payload consortium consisting of teams in institutes and industries in 15 countries. You will work with the engineering teams at RAL, throughout the UK and in partner organisations around Europe to define, design, develop, build and test the payload consisting of a 1mclass space telescope, photometer and infrared spectrometer instruments and associated electronic and cryogenic systems. The successful candidate will be able play a key role in the project from the current phase B definition phase through to launch and commissioning of the spacecraft. We offer the opportunity for long term professional development in systems engineering leadership and technical programme management. As a Senior Systems Engineer your responsibilities will include engineering leadership of the distributed systems engineering team centred at RAL but with members from the major consortium partners in UK, Italy, France, Belgium, Spain Poland payloadspacecraft interface management and be the lead technical interface with ESA and the spacecraft Primes leading the requirement definition and flow down process management of detailed design activities detailed project work in planning, executing and reporting of tests, commissioning, verification, calibration activities commissioning and operation of space hardware coordination and supervision of team commissioning and operation of Ground Support Equipment possible preparation of proposals for future lines of work investigate future ideas for payload and missions with academic and industrial partners management of significant work packages andor small projects line management of junior members of staff within the systems engineering group This role offers regular contact with external stakeholder and customers such as space agencies and industrial partners, a variety of space engineering and scientific support staff and senior management at institutes around the world, as well as the opportunity to discuss projects with members of the public and the press. You will get to undertake travel to partner organisations in Europe and North America and have the opportunity to present your work at conferences and meetings. This role can be full time or part time minimum 25 hours. About you You will have an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Physics or equivalent experience as well as dedicated systems engineering or engineering leadership experience on space mission or scientific instrument development projects. You will also demonstrate expertise in at least one technical domain of mechanical, thermal including cryogenic, optical or electrical system design and analysis and working knowledge of other domains experience in multiple projects throughout lifecycle experience making recommendations to collaborators and subject matter experts experience with design andor analysis software tools experience of scientific instrument testing ground, suborbital or orbital experience of working with or within consortia of institutes or industries space project experience experience in managing the spacecraftpayload interfaces. About Us The Science and Technology Facilities Council STFC is one of Europes largest science research organisations. Were trusted to support, enable and undertake pioneering projects in an amazing diversity of fields. Through worldclass facilities and people, were driving groundbreaking advances in science and technology. As part of UK Research and Innovation, STFC offers a benefits package designed to provide an excellent worklife balance. This includes 30 days annual leave, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas shut down, flexible working hours, a workplace nursery, an exceptional defined benefit pension scheme, and social and sporting activities and societies. How to Apply Applicants are required to include a cover letter outlining their suitability for this role and a current CV. Applications are handled by UK Shared Business Services, to apply please click the apply button. Applicants who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 44 01793 867000. The closing date for applications is Monday 16th September 2019, however early applications are encouraged as applicants will be reviewed and considered on an ongoing basis and may be called to interview before this date.
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Multiple Openings
2019-08-16 10:16:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The Fleet Operations Associate Spacecraft Operations Engineer is a team member of one of four operations crews and reports to the Fleet Management Mission Director and performs all activities and tasks necessary to control the fleet of OneWeb satellites. This is a shift work position. Control of the fleet is highly automated and therefore the controllerengineer is an expert in operation of the command and control applications software, the satellite subsystems, the mission management software, mission planning system, and interfaces to other elements of the system. The controllerengineer facilitates execution of the schedule, manages automation, but predominantly performs manual and contingency commanding as required. Controllers also participate in procedure development, test and validation, automation rule set development, test and deployment. Responsibilities Assess satellite state of health and performance and develop automation processes for these activities Generate mission plans, operational procedures, and other realtime products in coordination with engineering support Support realtime operations, efficiently managing multiple satellites at a time Aggressively pursue and resolve commanding and operational issues Producing Data Analytics Participate in interdisciplinary cross training, which allows for lateral and upward advancement opportunities Grow and develop operations processes to manage a 600 satellite constellation Trailblazing the way to provide access for all Required Skills and Experience Entry level and experienced positions available The ideal candidate will have experience in Realtime flight operations console expertise Satellite command and control operations software and products General satellite subsystem operation and maintenance LEO satellite operations including launch, inorbit test, orbital maneuvers, commissioning, and deorbit Mission planning and contact scheduling experience Demonstrated ability to be selfmotivated, take initiative and showcase leadership skills Excellent oral and written skills and communication briefing of technical information Thrives in a highly dynamic environment with aggressive deadlines Multisatellite LEO constellation operations experience is preferred. No visa sponsorship is available for this position
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Multiple Openings
2019-08-02 22:30:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The Fleet Operations Associate Spacecraft Operations Engineer is a team member of one of four operations crews and reports to the Fleet Management Mission Director and performs all activities and tasks necessary to control the fleet of OneWeb satellites. This is a shift work position. Control of the fleet is highly automated and therefore the controllerengineer is an expert in operation of the command and control applications software, the satellite subsystems, the mission management software, mission planning system, and interfaces to other elements of the system. The controllerengineer facilitates execution of the schedule, manages automation, but predominantly performs manual and contingency commanding as required. Controllers also participate in procedure development, test and validation, automation rule set development, test and deployment. Responsibilities Assess satellite state of health and performance and develop automation processes for these activities Generate mission plans, operational procedures, and other realtime products in coordination with engineering support Support realtime operations, efficiently managing multiple satellites at a time Aggressively pursue and resolve commanding and operational issues Producing Data Analytics Participate in interdisciplinary cross training, which allows for lateral and upward advancement opportunities Grow and develop operations processes to manage a 600 satellite constellation Trailblazing the way to provide access for all Required Skills and Experience Entry level and experienced positions available The ideal candidate will have experience in Realtime flight operations console expertise Satellite command and control operations software and products General satellite subsystem operation and maintenance LEO satellite operations including launch, inorbit test, orbital maneuvers, commissioning, and deorbit Mission planning and contact scheduling experience Demonstrated ability to be selfmotivated, take initiative and showcase leadership skills Excellent oral and written skills and communication briefing of technical information Thrives in a highly dynamic environment with aggressive deadlines Multisatellite LEO constellation operations experience is preferred. No visa sponsorship is available for this position
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Fleet Operations Spacecraft Engineer
2019-08-02 22:30:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The Fleet Operations UK Satellite Operations Center UKSOC Spacecraft Engineer position is a shift position, reporting to the onshift Mission Director, and works closely with the Spacecraft Operators to respond to satellite anomalies and payload system outages to maintain quality of service of a large constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites. The chief responsibility of the spacecraft engineer is to maintain satellite payload service performance, health and satellite safety. The spacecraft engineer is the focal point for anomaly detection and resolution but also analyzes and trends OneWeb satellite data and directs satellite configuration changes to maintain performance within defined parameters. The spacecraft engineer is the liaison between the satellite control and subsystem and system engineers to resolve satellite issues. The engineer drafts mission planning requests and manual contingency command plans when required. Responsibilities Perform onconsole satellite engineering support in a shift environment Perform satellite telemetry trending and analysis Respond to satellite anomalies and service outages and facilitates recoveries Build, validate and deliver satellite configurable item changes to maintain satellite performance requirements Draft mission planning requests to perform required satellite commanding Required Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will have experience in Satellite subsystems including satellite payload RF communication systems Engineering analysis tools Orbital Mechanics of LEO satellites Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership of all aspects of job and take initiative Excellent oral and written skills and communication briefing skills is essential. A minimum of 3 years of aerospace industry or equivalent experience required and 5 years preferred Demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines in highly dynamic environment Multisatellite LEO constellation operations experience is preferred. Must have the right to work in the EEA European Economic Area
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer CryoSat2 and Swarm
2019-07-15 20:29:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco Nederland BV, Serco Services GmbH, part of the Serco group, A FTSE250, Multinational Service Provider with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer CryoSat2 and Swarm based at ESOC. The contract is offered as a fixedterm contract for the support period from 14102019 until 31122021. Package description Highly competitive salary Corporate Benefits Package Relocation Assistance if applicable Further information available from the Serco Europe Recruitment Team Main responsibilities The successful candidate will concentrate hisher activities on the following Preparation and execution of nominal and contingency flight operations procedures. Coordination of operations with ESA internal and external partners. Execution of Mission Planning. Production of procedures, validation test plans and reports for project specific software and systems both Ground and Space related. Participation in systems test campaigns, training and simulation programmes. General flight control support service including oncall. Spacecraft performance monitoring and reporting on regular basis. Anomaly investigation and resolution. Ideal candidate The ideal candidate should bring the following skills and experience The essential requirements Strong technical background in Data Handling area. Proven knowledge of hardware embarked on ESA spacecraft. Good understanding of realtime operating software. Broad knowledge and experience with modern software. Onboard software management principles. Good understanding of the PUS standard, the spacetoground interface and onboard routing. Capable of developing basic software tools to support complex analysis and anomaly investigation. Ability to work in an organised manner, with good reporting skills and reliable deadline meeting. Fluency in English. The desirable requirements Former experience as Data Handling SOE. Hands on familiarity with operational tools MCS, Simulator, DB browser, MOIS or equivalent tool. Handson familiarity in SVT and flight procedures development. Familiarity with low Earth orbit satellites, including basic mission analysis and data handling observation scheduling aspects. Familiarity with other platform subsystems will be a plus. Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request. You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time. About the company Serco is one of the worlds largest providers of public services, employing over 50,000 people in over 20 countries. We work closely with the European Government Institutions Space Agencies providing crucial Services with over 300 staff members. The services we provide are often of critical importance to the communities and nations we serve, Providing public services is one of the most satisfying and rewarding careers you can have, you have an ability to make a real positive difference to peoples lives and to your community and country. As a business which delivers frontline public services, employing tens of thousands of people, we are constantly developing and promoting people our need for skilled professionals is insatiable and few companies can offer as many opportunities for individuals to grow their careers What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service To keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play here. Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action. If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you A career with Serco offers the chance to work with both inspirational people and innovative contracts, in a dynamic and exciting environment. We have a mandate to execute brilliantly and our people lead and inspire based on our core values, Trust, Care, Pride and Innovation. Take pride in what you do.
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