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Optical Instrument Performance Simulation Engineer

2017-06-26 13:11:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support to ESA in the domain of Earth Observation. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview In preparation for the commissioning phase CP which aims at validating the instruments and products, a HW and SW infrastructure has to be established to assess and simulate the optical and the topographic instruments. This infrastructure will consist of instrument simulators SPS and prototype Ground Segment Processors GPP, provided through the Industrial consortium, plus additional tools necessary to perform commissioning tasks for geolocation, coregistration, storage of products, etc, which need to be identified and made available by the Agency. On top of the HWSW infrastructure, test procedures shall be developed, which prepare the activities defined to be executed during the CP. This shall include means to react in a flexible way to contingencies. Preparation of scenarios, rehearsal and replanning of activities are foreseen as well. The principle tasks will include Operate and control the instrument simulators and data processors HW SW infrastructure, including task preparation in the perspective of rehearsalscommissioning activities Generation of instruments Simulated Packets using instrument simulators SPS Generation of Optical and Topography products using processors GPP Analysis of results on packet level visavis a defined success criteria Analysis of SW anomalies Support the preparation and execution of the Ground System Validation GSV Support to specifications of expected anomaly corrections and MMI improvements Implement the nominal and contingency test procedures for the execution of the activities defined in the CP tasks During CP, being responsible for the execution of the test procedures Support the preparation and execution of the handover process between development and operations. Specific qualification requirements The Candidate shall have a university degree MSc. in Engineering or physics with relevant background and experience in space projects. Knowledge in Satellite environment, Ground System and Remote Sensing in general is required. First experience of optical payload simulators and processors, such as ENVISATMERIS or SPOT mandatory. First experience of topography payload, such as JASON, Cryosat optional. Candidates shall demonstrate good familiarity with computer programs such as MATLAB and other libraries. Familiarity with UML. In the field of System Management, knowledge of operation system Linux and Windows mandatory, and Unix optional. Development environments. Fluent in the English language spoken and written knowledge of other languages is an asset. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration in line with ESA Job Class E3. Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Provide prior to 18 July 2017 a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Recruitment Form or CV and Motivation Letter to Mr. Davide Starnone, at email davide.starnoneaurora.nl and to Mr. Alex Jeanes, at email alexjeanesaurora.nl quoting reference EOP78. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting them to ESA by 24 July 2017, 13.00 hours.

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Development Engineer Optical Verification Test

2017-06-23 15:10:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

HE Space is a successful international space company. For over 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for a Development Engineer Optical Verification Test to support our customer in Germany. Development Engineer Optical Verification Test Key Tasks and Responsibilities In this role you will support the optical instrument projects in the area of engineering and technical procurement of optical ground support equipment and metrology tools. Main tasks involve performing optical tests and measurements in the context of the verification of instruments and critical technologies in the Optics Laboratory, your responsibilities will include Definition of concepts, engineering and design of Optical Ground Support Equipment OGSE and metrology equipment based on the overall instrument verification approach Specification of OGSE and metrology requirements Provision of technical support for the procurement of OGSE and metrology components OGSE and optical metrology operations during instrument Assembly Integration Test AIT campaigns Definition, engineering and assembly of test setups for optical tests e.g. wave front error, polarisation, stray light, etc Definition and development of software and tools required for optical tests Performance of optical tests using the Optics facilities, including thermalvacuum chambers Evaluation and reporting of test data. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University Degree in Physics or Engineering with specialization in OpticsOptronics Previous work experience in the use of Zemax, Python, Code V is highly desired Work experience in an optical background Independent, structured and resultsoriented work for a quick and direct target delivery Willingness to go on business trips within Europe The ability to communicate constructively and effectively with national and international with various partners Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Friedrichshafen. We welcome applicants who are available from September 2017 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV updated to respond to the positions requirements together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Elisa Manfreda at jobshespace.com, quoting job DEBSC3527 before 27Jun17. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Please note Due to work permit requirements for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany.

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Optical Flame Detection Systems

2017-06-14 11:30:00| Hydrocarbons Technology

Fire detection systems are able to recognise the various characteristics, including smoke emissions, optical radiation and sudden rises in temperature.

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Optical Scientific-Flow Measurement and Environmental Monitoring Systems for Petrochemical Sites

2017-06-13 13:57:00| Hydrocarbons Technology

Optical Scientific Incorporated (OSI) is an industry leader in the design, manufacture and installation of sensory systems, supplying a range of products that include: remote sensing, optical flow measurement technology, and devices for environmental

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