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Tyngsboro officials open up discussion about space needs in town
2014-12-02 09:57:22| Footwear - Topix.net
Libraries require floors that can hold 150 pounds per square foot to support book stacks. The main fire house in town doesn't sit on enough land for an expansion.
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Stanford uses the ultimate heat exchanger outer space for free, unlimited cooling
2014-12-01 19:03:25| Extremetech
Researchers at Stanford say they've created a passive radiator system that cools by beaming unwanted heat directly into outer space; not the local urban environment or the atmosphere, where the heat eventually comes back to haunt us, but deep, ultra-cold space. A cooling revolution is upon us!
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Space engineer designs wireless sticker activated padlock
2014-12-01 13:40:31| Wireless - Topix.net
Ryan Hyde has created a padlock which can be locked and unlocked wirelessly with both Bluetooth and near field communication . As well as being activated with a smartphone, the lock will also response to the swipe of an NFC ring or small NFC stickers that can be placed anywhere.
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Space Flight Dynamics Engineer
2014-11-28 12:05:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
This is an opportunity for 5 experienced engineers to work in the domain of satellite flight dynamics. These positions are based in ESOC, in Darmstadt with a start as soon as possible. RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES Software design and development for orbit and attitude control, AOCS telemetry monitoring, man oeuvre optimization or command generation for the ESA spacecraft missions. Information on the missions and the activities of ESOC can be found on www.esa.int. LEOP Launch and Early Orbit Phase support Software development for computation of the dynamical behaviour of satellites Participation in studies to evaluate Flight Dynamics aspects Participation in system tests, simulations and operations support Work in international teams. QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE Completed university degree in mathematics, physics, engineering or equivalent with high grades A good working knowledge of English. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Indepth familiarity with applied mathematics, especially vector algebra, numerical integration techniques and statistics Sound knowledge of physics, especially mechanics High sense of operational responsibility The capability to study independently complex and novel topics and to rapidly prototype SW for study purposes must be proven Software development in FORTRAN under UNIX Problem solving abilities Good communication skills. DESIRABLE SKILLS C, C, MATLABSIMULINK, MATHEMATICA, shell scripting Software testing and validation methodologies Familiarity with SunSolaris Previous Flight Dynamics operational experience of spacecraft missions Prior experience with production of Flight Dynamics documentation and software systems Any experience with spacecraft mission analysis or flight dynamics Knowledge about current and planned ESA missions Astronomy. BENEFITS Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities and Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. APPLICATION You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your detailed application preferably online with your availability and current salary status.
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Technical Architect on Space projects
2014-11-27 16:06:32| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Technical Architect on Space projects Category Information Technology City Leatherhead, Surrey, United Kingdom Position ID J10141400 Permanent Full Time Posting Date 11 November 2014 Posting Expiry Date 05 December 2014 Position Description The project requires experienced technical architects to support the Design Authority to work on new developments for the Galileo full operational capability FOC, a contract won in mid 2011. This is an exciting opportunity to play a part in the development of Galileo, Europes satellite navigation system. The position is for a role on the Galileo Key Management function KMF Project in the Design Authority team. The project is starting a series of enhancements to provide the Full Operational capability for the Galileo satellite navigation programme. The Galileo KMFs manage the encryption keys used in the navigation services. Candidates should be capable of quickly picking up new concepts as the system is large and complicated, working to high standards of quality, and to agreed timescales either independently or as part of a team. The responsibilities will include Technical investigations, analysis, tradeoffs of solution options Technical rapid prototyping Technical management of system build scripts and procedures and COTS deployment Technical management of upgrade deployment scripts and procedures to update the operational systems Market assessment of COTS products for obsolescence replacement programme Qualification Experience Essential Skills Linux Unix configuration, software installationbuild, shell scripting Quick learner Desirable Skills Lowlevel networking concepts Windows Java Web application development Cryptographic Security experience. Subversion svn. Knowledge of OracleSQL Secure projects Any previous knowledge of Galileo Other Information Staff will be based in the secure offices in Leatherhead and Security Clearance SC will be required so staff must already hold at least BS clearance and be clearable to SC. Smart Working is not available due to the Security nature of the programme. Applications can be accepted where a European SC can be gained. Workstyle Onsite in Leatherhead. At CGI, were a team of builders. We call our employees members because all who join CGI are building their own company one that has grown to 68,000 professionals located in 40 countries. Founded in 1976, CGI is a leading IT and business process services firm committed to helping clients succeed. We have the global resources, expertise, stability and dedicated professionals needed to achieve results for our clients and for our members. Come grow with us. Learn more at www.cgi.com. This is a great opportunity to join a winning team. CGI offers a competitive compensation package with opportunities for growth and professional development. Benefits for fulltime, permanent members start on the first day of employment and include a paid timeoff program and profit participation and stock purchase plans. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No unsolicited agency referrals please. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. APPLY HERE
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