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Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer

2017-07-21 20:11:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer in the Copernicus Sentinel3 Project Division, Earth Observation Projects Department, Earth Observation Programmes Directorate Duties Copernicus Sentinel3 is an element within the Agencys Copernicus Space Component CSC Programme. The Sentinel3 project comprises the procurement of 4 nearly identical spacecraft ABC and D models. The Sentinel3A model was launched in February 2016, the B model is set for launch end 2017early 2018, while the procurement of the CD models started early 2016 and will continue until the beginning of the new decade. The holder of this post will be responsible for all Topography Mission aspects, also including the performance of the Topography Payload, which encompasses a SAR Radar Altimeter SRAL, a Microwave Radiometer MWR, a GNSS Receiver and Doris navigation equipment. The main tasks consist in Supporting the assessment and resolution of possible inflight anomalies observed on Sentinel3A and later on Sentinel3B, during their respective routine operations Phase PhaseE2 Leading the preparation of the Sentinel3B commissioning activities related to the Topography Payload establishing the associated SIOV and CalVal plans and coordinating the test and rehearsal activities of the commissioning tasks with the support of relevant experts After the launch of Sentinel3B, leading the inorbit commissioning activities of the Topography Payload PhaseE1 within the allocated schedule Supporting the Sentinel3 CD Topography Payload procurement activities within applicable schedule and cost and ensuring compliance with the relevant instrument performance requirements and the associated mission requirements Coordinating and monitoring the external support activities provided by CNES in the framework of the ESACNES cooperation agreement for Sentinel3 CD Coordinating and monitoring the Topography Mission support activities contracted to industry in the framework of the ESACNES cooperation agreement and related to the SRAL and MWR instruments. In the execution of hisher tasks, the postholder will report to the Sentinel 3 Payload Manager, while also supporting the Sentinel3 Mission System Operations Manager for those aspects related to the preparation and implementation of the inorbit commissioning phase. The Topography Mission and Payload Performance Engineer will liaise closely with the relevant Instrument Procurement Engineers within the Section and with the engineers of the other sections in the Project. Furthermore, heshe will constitute the main technical interface between the ESA Project and CNES for the implementation of the ESACNES cooperation agreement. Technical competencies Knowledge of cost and schedule aspects related to area of responsibility ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes Knowledge of other technical domains with interfaces to own area of responsibility Experience in mission, spacecraft andor payload operations Knowledge of ESA programmesprojects Knowledge of space projects, including instrumentation and operations Launch campaign Stateoftheart knowledge in area of responsibility at required level Commissioning in flight of Earth Observation payloads and supporting activities Behavioural competencies Communication Planning organisation Problem solving Responsible decisionmaking Results orientation Teamwork Additional requirements As the incumbent is expected to support the inflight commissioning of Sentinel3B immediately after takeup of duties, a good knowledge of the Sentinel3 Topography Payload and previous experience in commissioning activities is considered necessary. Education Applicants should have a university degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering field, together with previous experience in the development of microwave instruments for space projects. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 25 August 2017. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia. Priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.

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Payload Operations Engineer MF

2017-07-10 13:11:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

About us Space Applications Services NVSA performs and supports system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the aerospace industry. We are involved in international manned unmanned spacecraft programmes, Eearth observation, science, exploration, communications and related technology development. We are currently looking for a Payload Operations Engineer, wishing to join our dynamic and international team. The work will be performed at the Columbus Control Centre ColCC located in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany in close interaction with the mission management teams and includes regular travels in Europe, and occasionally in U.S. or other. Tasks and Responsibilities Technical operations coordination between the mission operations service contract, the USOC service contract, and the support entities supporting operations to achieve integrated operations concepts Performing operations engineering activities for operations product generation and technical operations engineering work as required Review assess and coordinate with USOC andor ColCC, and provide operational assessment reports as required Provide support and represent the mission operations service at various ESA internal boardspanels and review boards as well as Space Station programNASA or other IP boardsmeetings as required e.g. Crew time working group, Attitude working group..., 7 Crew working group Support the USOC and Mission Operations contract management as necessary, e.g. by attending progress meetings, division meetings and team meetings Provide operations engineering supportexpertise to projects in the CD phase, recent examples are such as MPCCColKa Terminal and ALCS, with the goal to establish the operations concept in cooperation with the assigned USOC and the flight control team Manage and coordinate the creationdevelopmentupdate of Service Level Agreements SLAs for the mission operations service in close coordination with the USOCs, Mission Operations Service, training service and engineering and ground segment service Review and assess first time Experiment Science Requirements ESRs for operational feasibility and identification of new operational requirements Define establish and manage the Big picture status reporting for all ESA hardware onboard the ISS with regards to the operational status e.g. rack payload operations status, anomalies, etc. Sub. Qualifications and Experience A Master Degree in Aerospace Engineering or similar Minimum 4 years of experience in human space flight mission operations, with an emphasis on ISS and Columbus operations, e.g. former certified flight controllerops lead or console support person. Candidates are also expected to have following skills Ability to cope with pressure Ability to synthesise, summarise and draw conclusions Fluency in English High level of flexibility Ability to work in multicultural teams Good organization and communication skills A proactive approach, with initiative and ability to work independently Problemsolving attitude. What Do We Offer? Working in a growing science and engineering company, with offices in Belgium, the Nertherlands and the USA A professional, pleasant atmosphere where autonomy and initiatives are encouraged and with various career growth opportunities An interesting compensation package with relocation assistance, if applicable A full time employment position. How To Apply? Please apply by filling in the online application form and uploading your CV and Motivation Letter both in English on the Careers section of our website httpcareers.spaceapplications.com via the Apply button. Preference will be given to candidates eligible to work in the European Union or in possession of a European Blue Card. The application deadline is Date 23rd of July 2017. Please address you Motivation Letter to Mr. Olivier Lamborelle. Job ID POESERV201707CollCC001 Leuvensesteenweg 325 1932 Zaventem, Belgium Tel 32 02 721.54.84 www.spaceapplications.com

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Systme de charges utiles numriques Digital Payload System Engineer

2017-06-29 22:11:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Systme de charges utiles numriques Description demploi laborer et concevoir les architectures de charges utiles numriques pour satellites de tlcommunications selon les besoins finaux du client. Raliser les budgets de systmes de charges utiles, le transfert des exigences et la prcision de lquipement du transpondeur RF et numrique. tablir la conformit contractuelle par lentremise dune mise lessai du satellite au sol et en orbite. Le travail inclut des efforts de proposition et de programme, la conception initiale, le dveloppement et les analyses dtailles, le canaliseur numrique et les spcifications de conception du traitement embarqu, lvaluation du dbit de la charge utile et des budgets de liaison des systmes multifaisceaux, lintgration et lessai du produit final. Responsabilits de lemploi Lingnieur intermdiaireprincipal des systmes de communication est responsable de la conception, de lanalyse, de la mise en uvre, de loptimisation et de lamlioration de systmes ou de soussystmes de charges utiles de communication numriques de bout en bout lis larchitecture du systme. SoutenirDiriger des projets techniques et les activits dingnierie pour les systmes de communication de bout en bout laide du transpondeur numrique. Soutenir la conception de charges utiles de satellites de tlcommunications partir de charges utiles conventionnelles RF tube coud aux charges utiles numriques traitement embarqu. Soutenir la dfinition dexigences de systmes et des spcifications de soussystmes pour lquipement RF et numrique. Capacit de ngocier des contrats techniques avec les fournisseurs de clients. Effectuer lanalyse des exigences et les tudes commerciales des systmes. Soutenir les revues de conception. Dmontrer un esprit dquipe, des habilets en communications interpersonnelles et une capacit de travailler de faon autonome. Excellentes aptitudes en communication orale et crite. Ce poste exige un minimum de 3 ans dexprience en quipement numrique et traitement du signal, la connaissance de charges utiles RF et systmes et sera considre favorablement. Digital Payload System Job description Develop and design communication satellite digital payload architectures per customers end needs. Perform payload system budgets, flow down requirements and specify RF and digital transponder equipment. Establish contractual compliance through onground and inorbit spacecraft testing. Work includes proposal and program efforts, front end design, detailed analyses and development, digital channelizer and on board processing design specification, evaluation of Payload throughput and link budgets for multibeam systems, integration and testing of the end product. Job Responsibilities The IntermediateSenior Communication Systems Engineer is responsible for design, analysis, implementation, optimization and enhancement of endtoend communication digital payload systems andor subsystem elements related to the system architecture. Supportlead technical projects and endtoend communications systems engineering activities using digital transponder. Support the design of satellite communication Payloads from conventional RF bent pipe payloads to digital on board processing payloads. Support to the system requirements definition and subsystem specifications for RF and digital equipment. Ability to negotiate technical contract with customer suppliers. Perform requirement analysis and system trade studies. Support design reviews. Demonstrate teamwork, interpersonal skills and ability to work independently. Excellent oral and written communications skills. This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in digital equipment and signal processing, the knowledge of RF and system payload will be considered favorably.

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Ingnieursystmes de charges utiles de communication Systems Communications Payload Engineer

2017-06-29 22:11:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Ingnieursystmes de charges utiles de communication Description demploi Fournir une conception de systme lectrique et RF, une analyse de la performance, la mise en uvre et lessai lappui des charges utiles de communication de MDA. Responsabilits Lingnieursystme juniorintermdiaire des systmes de communication est responsable de la conception, de lanalyse et de la mise en uvre des systmes de charges utiles de communication ou des lments de soussystmes lis larchitecture du systme. Appuyer larchitecture de conception des charges utiles et lanalyse de la performance des systmes RF au cours du cycle de vie de la charge utile y compris les phases de soumission, de conception, de fabrication, et dessai ainsi que les activits de R. et D. lappui des charges utiles ou de lamlioration des processus. Fournir un soutien ou diriger les activits de conception des charges utiles. Participer lvaluation de la performance lectrique et RF des charges utiles. crire la documentation dingnierie exigences des systmes, SOC, matrice de vrification et de validation, note de justification de la conception, budgets de systmes, spcifications des systmes, exigences dessai, RFDRFW. Effectuer lanalyse de la pire ventualit des systmes. Fournir une rtroaction et un soutien pour les revues de programmes EQSR, SRR, PDR, CDR. Produire les procdures dessai des charges utiles, fournir un soutien et linterface avec lAIT au cours de lassemblage, de lintgration et de lessai des charges utiles. Assister aux TRR, TRB, DRB et NCR requis. Soutenir les essais de charges utiles EGSE, supervision dessai, analyse des donnes. Soutenir les essais de satellite aux installations du fournisseur du satellite. Soutenir les essais en orbite IOT. Surveillance technique des soustraitants principaux Rcepteurs, LTWTA, multiplexeurs. Soutenir la conception des harnais DC et RF, la disposition de la charge utile. Rdiger le manuel dopration des charges utiles. Ce poste exige un B. Sc. et un minimum de 23 ans dexprience RF et lectrique. La connaissance de la conception de systmes de charges utiles et numriques sera considre favorablement, et plus important encore, le dsir den apprendre davantage sur les systmes de charges utiles satellitaires. Systems Communications Payload Engineer Job Description Provide RF and Electrical system design, performance analysis, implementation and testing in support of MDA communication payloads. Job Responsibilities The juniorintermediate Communication Systems Engineer is responsible for design, analysis, and implementation of communication payload systems andor subsystem elements related to the system architecture. Support the payload design architecture and the RF system performance analysis during the life cycle of payload including bid, design, manufacturing and test phases along with RD activities in support of payload or processes improvement. Provide support to andor lead payload design activities. Participate in the Payload electrical and RF performance evaluation. Write engineering documentation system requirements, SOC, verification and validation matrix, design justification note, Systems budgets, equipment specifications, test requirements, RFDRFW. Perform system worst case analysis. Inputs and support to program reviews EQSR, SRR, PDR, CDR. Produce Payload test procedures, provide support and interface with AIT during Payload. Assembly Integration and Test. Attend necessary TRR, TRB, DRB, and NCRs. Support Payload testing EGSE, Test supervision, data analysis. Support Satellite tests at SC supplier premises. Support InOrbit Test IOT. Technical monitoring of major subcontractors Receivers, LTWTAs, Multiplexers. Support to DC RF harness design, Payload layout. Write up Payload Operations Manual. This position requires a B.Sc. and a minimum of 23 years of experience in RF and electrical. The knowledge of payload system design and digitals will be considered favorably, and more important the desire to learn satellite payload system.

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Optical Payload Performance Simulation Engineer

2017-06-26 17:11:13| 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 an Optical Payload Performance Simulation Engineer to support our customer in Germany. Optical Payload Performance Simulation Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the Ground System Definition and Verification Office, you will have the following responsibilities 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. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification Knowledge in Satellite environment, Ground System and remote sensing in general is required Experience in optical payload simulators and processors, such as ENVISATMERIS or SPOT is mandatory Experience in topography payload, such as JASON, Cryosat is highly advantageous 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 is mandatory, knowledge if Unix is advantageous Development environments Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Noordwijk. We welcome applicants who are available from August 2017 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 Elisa Manfreda at jobshespace.com, quoting job NLHP3530 before 16Jul17. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

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