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Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist

2021-03-16 17:12:09| 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 The duties of the contractor relate to Mission Science support to the definition and implementation of future Copernicus 2.0 terrestrial optical Sentinel missions and other optical missions, including support to mission requirements consolidation and the development of geophysical algorithms and preparing products. Ideally, the Contractor also monitors the system performance budget up to and including the commissioning phase. In general terms, the position holder shall perform the following main tasks Help to the management of mission requirements for optical Earth observation missions. Support convening and running of relevant CHIME and Next Generation Sentinel Mission Advisory Group and Expert Group activities, including associated organisation and administration. Coordinate the definition and development of algorithms to be used in the conversion of calibrated Top of atmosphere RadianceReflectances Level 1 to geophysical parameters Level 2. Initiate, manage and monitor the development of the Level 2 prototype processor, including the definition of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the implementation of the prototypes of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the assessment of Sentinel mission performance on the basis of Level 2 products derived by prototype Level 2 processors. Support and monitor the development of mission specific performance simulators. Provide support for the running of the Hypersense campaign activities, including associated satellite acquisitions by PRISMA and DESIS. Support the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users. Contribute to the preparation, planning and execution of the instrument commissioning and routine operations activities including the Inorbit Verification Phase and Calibration and Validation activities. Monitor the Sentinel mission performance during commissioning phase. Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. SBGNASA, EnMAPDLR, PRISMAASI, Landsat NGUSGSNASA. Support the generation of project level internal and external reporting e.g., Quarterly Status Reports. Continue strong partnership with internal e.g. EOPTECdepartments and external entities e.g. NASA, ASI, DLR. In performing these tasks, the contractor will report to the relevant StudyProject Manager and, maintaining close coordination with the relevant Mission Scientist and other members of the StudyProject team. For the mission simulator activities, the Contractor will work closely with the Study TeamProject, but also with experts from the technical directorate. Specific qualification requirements PhD and a minimum of 6 years scientific experience Specialised in terrestrial Earth observation remote sensing and optical biogeophysical variable retrieval. Demonstrated experience in terrestrial science, with strong knowledge in radiative transfer and vegetation variable retrievals. Knowledge on remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, data assimilation principles. Strong fundamental background in optical remote sensing, and in particular in hyperspectral remote sensing. Familiarity with the Copernicus Space Component Programme. Familiarity with ECs directives and policies and services related to vegetation and soil monitoring and related operational Land monitoring services. Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of vegetation and soil observations and related atmospheric corrections. Strong Experience in the development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs and in setting up preoperational processing systems. Able to work independently and in teams. Demonstrated autonomy and good organisation, planning, management and communication skills. Proficient in the English Language Spoken and Written. 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 withESA Job Class. 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 Prior to 4 April2021, please apply via ourJob Application form quoting EOP138 RTCEOPB00138 as reference. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting them by 6 April 2021, 13.00 hours.

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Nokia snags much needed optical transport network deal with Deutsche Telekom

2021-02-09 01:00:00| Total Telecom industry news

Yesterday, Nokia announced that it has been selected by Deutsche Telekom as a “long-term strategic partner” for its optical core network. The deal will see Nokia’s equipment used to deliver higher network performance, with a specific focus on helping to build a “service-centric platform can easily scale to meet Industry 4…read more on TotalTele.com »

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Lead Optical Systems Engineer

2021-02-04 17:13:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Lead Optical Systems Engineer STFC RAL Space Science and Technology Facilities Council STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire 49,708 55,231 Dependent on experience Permanent, Full Time About the role The role requires a highly experienced optical engineer with a proven track record in leading the design and build of novel optical instrumentation. The work spans the entire project life cycle, from early stage RD right through to instrument verification calibration and potentially mission postlaunch support. It provides an opportunity to work within a multinational consortium and an opportunity to lead exciting international projects. In addition, RAL Space has key roles in groundbased astronomical instrumentation through the UKs Astronomy programme. New RAL Space projects with significant optical engineering requirements include ARIEL an Exoplanet mission for ESA, Lagrange a Space Weather mission to monitor potentially disruptive solar activity on Earthinfrastructures and a Quantum Key Distribution QKD secure communications technology demonstrator a UK Singapore collaboration. We are also involved in the development of HARMONI a firstlight instrument for the European Extremely Large Telescope. The emphasis of our work is on the design and engineering of new, oneoff, stateoftheart instrumentation. About you A vast amount of experience and an in depth understanding of imaging and spectrographic optical systems is essential for this role. You will have a proven record of accomplishment in the design, build and testing of optical instrumentation. You will be able to demonstrate your ability to lead the development of optical instrumentation and your experience in leading teams is key. Additional skills required are an understanding of straylight analysis and control, the ability to explain technical concepts effectively and the ability to develop collaborations with academic and industrial partners. You will also have authored and or refereed conference papers. The Science Technology Facilities Council is a partner organisation within UK Research and Innovation UKRI. UKRI is an entity that brings together nine partners to create an independent organisation with a strong voice for research and innovation, and a vision to ensure the UK maintains its worldleading position in research and innovation. RAL Space enjoys an exciting range of worldclass space research and technology development. We have had significant involvement in over 200 space missions and are at the forefront of UK space research. The Optical Systems Group is responsible for the conception, design, development, procurement, assembly, integration and test of optical systems for space instrumentation in Space Science, Solar Research, Earth Observation, Planetary science and optical communications. What we offer STFC offers a benefits package designed to provide an excellent worklife balance including 30 days annual leave, flexible working hours, a workplace nursery, exceptional pension scheme, social and sporting activities and societies, a subsidised restaurant and good public transport links. How to Apply Applicants are required to include a cover letter outlining their suitability for this role. Applications are handled by UK Shared Business Services. Applicants who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 44 01793 867000. The closing date for applications is 28th February 2021.

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EOP Optical Performance Engineer

2021-02-01 15:12:04| 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 EOP 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 Under this work package the Contractor shall support the Space Segment Performance Engineering activities within Earth Observation. In particular the tasks include The development, implementation and validation of complex performance models of optical spaceborne instruments, in particular passive spectrometers instruments, dedicated to atmospheric missions The assessment of the instruments system performance as well as subsystems contributing to the instruments performances The contribution to meetings within ESA, industry and potentially with users. The Contractor will report to the Instrument Manager. Heshe will liaise with various members of the project team, being responsible for the various instrument subsystems and disciplines, e.g. optics, focal plane assembly, calibration. With regard to the mission performance assessment, it is expected that the incumbent also liaises with the science support team, where adequate, to support both the mission related scientific studies and the instrument design evolution. Specific qualification requirements The profile for the personnel to provide services considered in this SoW is a researchanddevelopment oriented engineer with the following skills University degree MSc. or equivalent qualification in Physics or Engineering with background in Optical Engineering. Good familiarity with computer programs such as Excel, MathCAD and MATLAB andor Python. Good familiarity with optical design and performance assessment software like Zemax, ASAP, FRED, with specific emphasis on straylight simulation aspects. Good communication skills. General knowledge of ESA Earth Observation missions. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the outside world. Proficient 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. 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 Prior to 26 March 2021, please apply via our Job Application form quoting EOPFBR as reference. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting them by 31 March 2021, 13.00 hours.

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Sentinel Optical SAR Mission Scientist

2021-01-19 12:14:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Summary An exciting opportunity for an experienced Optical Scientist to join the Telespazio UK team, working on site at ESTEC, to support Optical mission requirements and activities for future Sentinel missions. Objective The duties of this post relate to Mission Science support to the definition and implementation of future Copernicus 2.0 terrestrial optical Sentinel missions and other optical missions, including support to mission requirements consolidation and the development of geophysical algorithms and preparing products. Ideally, the successfull individual will also monitor the system performance budget up to and including the commissioning phase. In performing these tasks, the individual will report to the relevant StudyProject Manager and, maintaining close coordination with the relevant Mission Scientist and other members of the StudyProject team. For the mission simulator activities, the successful candidate will work closely with the Study TeamProject, but also with experts from the technical directorate. Responsibilities Duties Typical duties for the successful candidate will be Helping to manage the mission requirements for optical Earth observation missions Supporting, convening, and running relevant CHIME and Next Generation Sentinel Mission Advisory Group and Expert Group activities, including associated organisation and administration Coordinating the definition and development of algorithms to be used in the conversion of calibrated Top of atmosphere RadianceReflectances Level 1 to geophysical parameters Level 2 Initiating, managing and monitoring the development of the Level 2 prototype processor, including Definition of the scientific retrieval algorithms, Implementation of the prototypes of the scientific retrieval algorithms, Assessment of Sentinel mission performance on the basis of Level 2 products derived by prototype Level 2 processors. Supporting and monitoring the development of mission specific performance simulators Providing support for the running of the Hypersense campaign activities, including associated satellite acquisitions by PRISMA and DESIS Supporting the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users Contributing to the preparation, planning and execution of the instrument commissioning and routine operations activities including the Inorbit Verification Phase and Calibration and Validation activities Monitoring the Sentinel mission performance during commissioning phase Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. SBGNASA, EnMAPDLR, PRISMAASI, Landsat NGUSGSNASA Support the generation of project level internal and external reporting e.g., Quarterly Status Reports Maintaining strong partnerships with internal e.g. EOPTECdepartments and external entities e.g. NASA, ASI, DLR Supporting the definition of Level2 information products guaranteed by the SAR missions. Preparing documents and technical notes as required in support of the Project Qualifications Experience Ideally PhD or minimum University Masters degree or equivalent in Remote Sensing, SAR or related ScientificEngineering discipline. Essential Skills Specialised in terrestrial Earth observation remote sensing and optical biogeophysical variable retrieval Demonstrated experience in terrestrial science, with strong knowledge in radiative transfer and vegetation variable retrievals Knowledge on remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, data assimilation principles Strong fundamental background in optical remote sensing, and in particular in hyperspectral remote sensing Familiarity with the Copernicus Space Component Programme Familiarity with ECs directives and policies and services related to vegetation and soil monitoring and related operational Land monitoring services Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of vegetation and soil observations and related atmospheric corrections Development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs and in setting up preoperational processing systems Qualities Proactive and analytical attitude to solving problems Good English language skills Good organizational, communication and management skills Able to work independently and in international teams

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