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Brands collaborate to improve supply chains
2013-06-17 18:10:00| Daily apparel & textile news and comment - from just-style.com
Despite a seismic shift over the past 15 years in the way apparel factories, brands, and the industry at large deals with labour and sustainability issues, a number of challenging social and environmental issues still remain, according to industry experts speaking at the annual Made-By forum.
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EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Chains Consultant fm
2013-06-17 17:37:28| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About us SCISYS Deutschland GmbH provides professional engineering and consultancy services supporting space programmes and missions. We have a strong presence at ESOC and EUMETSAT, as well as serving all ESA sites, ESO, Columbus Control Centre, the German Galileo Control Centre and spacecraft primes. Our team is composed of university graduates and experienced professionals, comprising some of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and talented engineers across Europe. Our services cover the whole life cycle of space programmes from early concepts to operations. Our Space Division provides a dynamic, supportive and friendly atmosphere in which you are encouraged to lead with initiative. We support new ideas from our colleagues and are focused on innovation. Moreover, we actively manage your professional development, training and career progression. For the location in Darmstadt, Germany we are looking for an EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Chains Consultant fm at Eumetsat. Aufgaben Tasks The focus of the work is on endtoend instrument chains, from acquisition of signals by instruments on board the satellites up to dissemination of derived products to End Users by the ground segment. The selected keyperson would be involved in tasks such as mission performance allocations and budgetting, processing chain specification, approach for instrument calibration and product validation. The coordination with different teams involved in these activities plays a key role given the interdisciplinary nature of endtoend instrument chains. The keyperson would be a member of the EPSSG System Team in the Low Earth Orbit Division LEO at EUMETSAT, providing support for the following tasks contributing directly to the tasks andor following up work done in other teams Mission performances Identification of contributors to performances radiometric spectral geometric allocation apportionment to elements of the instrument chains Definition of approach for performance modelling review of adequacy of related modelling tools Compilation and analysis of endtoend performance budgets, as needed collecting input from space and ground segment studies cross check against applicable requirements Processing chains Definition of overall approach for the development, verification and validation VV of the processing chains as part of the overall EPSSG System Identification of implications of processing concepts for System ground segment requirements, architecture and design Identification of required tools and test data for the development and VV of the processing chains as relevant generation of technical documents to support tool development procurement Support for the development of relevant tools and the generation of required test data sets Following up of validation of processing algorithms and of verification of processing chains in the ground segment as relevant for System VV of the endtoend instrument chains Instrument calibration product validation Analysis of the implications of instrument calibration concepts for the System and ground segment and specifically for onground data processing Support for the definition of the required infrastructure to perform tuning maintenance of calibration data and to validate generated products In addition the keyperson will be involved in some more general tasks Regular review of System level documentation dealing with requirements, system concepts, architecture and design, technical analyses, to identify information of importance for endtoend instrument chains In addition, and with the same aim, analysis of documents provided by other teams in EUMETSAT and by external partners Essential requirements Proven knowledge and handson experience with the following is mandatory A University degree in the domain of engineering, science or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in the field of engineering of space andor ground systems, in the area of Earth observation from space At least 5 years of direct involvement in the development of relevant instruments EPSSG satellites will embark sounders and imagers from the ultraviolet to the microwave range, a scatterometer and a radiooccultation instrument andor the related onground processing chain, with an indepth understanding of mutual implications Good overall knowledge of instruments, the platform environment, processing algorithms, ground segment environment, to the extent relevant for endtoend instrument chains Demonstrated ability to perform analyses of a System combined space and ground segment top down and to perform syntheses and compile technical budgets bottom up The keyperson shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. Desirable skills The following experience would be an additional asset Familiarity with the development of test tools and the generation of test data sets Other Information Fluency in English is mandatory Must be an EU national or possess a currently valid German Work Residence Permit Foreseen starting date is 01 October 2013 To guarantee that your application is processed, please apply via our website httpwww.scisys.dewhereweworkspacecareersspacejobs.html
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Dairy Chains Carbon Footprint
2013-06-13 22:03:00| National Hog Farmer
Source: Feedstuffs. Researchers at the University of Arkansas are attempting to help the U.S. dairy industry decrease its carbon footprint, according to a report in Feedstuffs. In 2007, Americans consumed approximately 17.4 million metric tons (19 million tons) of fluid milk not including milk used in dairy products such as cheese, yogurt and ice cream. The dairy industry has set a goal of 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020. read more
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EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Chains Support
2013-06-13 18:38:53| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
HE Space is a successful international space company. For 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for an EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Chains Support for our customer in Germany. EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Chains Support Key Tasks and Responsibilities Our customer is a European organisation providing weather and climaterelated satellite data, images and products for its users. In this role you will have the following responsibilities Identification of performances drivers radiometric spectral geometric Definition of approach for performance modelling Compilation and analysis of endtoend performance budgets Overall approach to the implementation of the processing chains forl EPSSG Evaluation of processing concepts for System ground segment Identification of tools and test data for the processing chains Support for the development of tools and generation of required test data sets Validation of processing algorithms and verification of processing chains Analysis of instrument calibration concepts Definition of the infrastructure to validate generated products Review of System level documentation Support the analysis and preparation of documentation for System level reviews. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree in engineering, science, or equivalent Several years experience in ground systems engineering for Earth observation At least 5 years involvement in the development of instrument processing chain Knowledge of EO instruments, platform, algorithms and ground segments Demonstrated ability to perform system analyses Excellent communication and technical writing skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a complex environment Fluency in English is mandatory, a knowledge of French would be an advantage. This job is located in Darmstadt. We are looking for candidates who are available from September 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Karina Specht at jobshespace.com , quoting job reference DEDSC2031 before 18Jul13. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Please note Due to work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you already hold a work permit for Germany.
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Consultancy Support for EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Chains
2013-06-13 13:36:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The keyperson shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in the field of engineering of space andor ground systems, in the area of Earth observation from space At least 5 years of direct involvement in the development of relevant instruments EPSSG satellites will embark sounders and imagers from the ultraviolet to the microwave range, a scatterometer and a radiooccultation instrument andor the related onground processing chain, with an indepth understanding of mutual implications Good overall knowledge of instruments, the platform environment, processing algorithms, ground segment environment, to the extent relevant for endtoend instrument chains Demonstrated ability to perform analyses of a System combined space and ground segment top down and to perform syntheses and compile technical budgets bottom up. The following experience would be an additional asset Familiarity with the development of test tools and the generation of test data sets. The keyperson shall be able to fulfill the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. The working language for this position is English and therefore the consultant must be able to work effectively in this language. All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. If you fulfill the requirements for this position, please send us your CV through the following page httpvisionspace.comcareerssubmitresume The reference number for this position is VSTEUMTJUN01 Close date 12072013 We only consider applications from candidates and not enterprises, that match all the following points 1. Electronic applications only. Please dont send paper copies by mail. 2. Cover Letter, ideally covering the following Short intro and summary about yourself, background and experience State why you would like to work for VisionSpace Describe the rationale for your application, why are you applying and why you think you are a good candidate for this position State your eligibility to work in the country of the work location State your current status and availability 3. CV, preferably in Europass format, containing at least Valid contact information address, phone number, email address Exact birth date Gender Career summary education and training, work experience Dates in career summary as accurate as possible, at least on month level Career summaries in reverse chronological order Skills languages, IT, social skills etc. Hobbies 4. Optional Supporting docs, e.g. marks, diploma, publications, letters of references, description of activities and projects Short profile 12 1 page description of your background, experience and skills
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