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NASA has successfully created the first 3D printed object in space
2014-11-26 20:45:04| Extremetech
NASA takes a giant leap toward more flexible long-term missions with the successful test of a 3D printer on the ISS. Future astronauts may be able to simply print replacement parts on-demand.
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Test Team Lead Space projects
2014-11-26 11:05:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Test Team Lead Space projects Category Information Technology City Leatherhead, Surrey, United Kingdom Position ID J11140293 Permanent Full Time Posting Date 11 November 2014 Posting Expiry Date 26 December 2014 Position Description The GSF project requires an experienced test manager to oversee and manage a small team of testers for the Galileo GSF Elements. Previous space experience is not essential. The role will suit a person who also has experience of the testing lifecycle and associated processes, and should be able to contribute to the testing activities. The Galileo Security Facility GSF is a new facility being developed during the FOC1 phase of the Galileo Programme providing management of the Public Regulated Services PRS to Member States and a Galileowide security event monitoring capability. The GSF is intended to provide an interface between EU member states and the Galileo core system for the management of the Galileo PRS service and Galileo Security Monitoring. This is an exciting opportunity to play a part in the development of Galileo, Europes satellite navigation system. 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. Essential Skills Experience of managing a test team, Planning, organisation, metrication and reporting skills, Experience of the testing lifecycle, Prior use of an observation reporting tool, e.g. Mantis, Good verbal and written skills, Ability to communicate at all levels Desirable Skills ISEBISTQB Qualified HP Quality centre DOORs Good working knowledge of Linux and SQL. Experience of 3tier webbased development architectures, Java, Oracle. Quick learner, ability to learn complex system and a range of testing tools. Willing to contribute to the success of an important high profile programme for CGI . Cryptographic Security experience. Subversion svn. 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
Reflecting sunlight into space has terrifying consequences, say scientists
2014-11-26 10:23:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Guardian: Fighting global warming by reflecting sunlight back into space risks terrifying consequences including droughts and conflicts, according to three major new analyses of the promise and perils of geoengineering. But research into deliberately interfering with the climate system must continue in search of technology to use as a last resort in combating climate change, scientists have concluded. Billions of people would suffer worse floods and droughts if technology was used to block warming sunlight,...
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Time In Space Exposes Materials To The Test Of Time
2014-11-26 02:35:07| rfglobalnet Home Page
Much like that pickup truck rusting in your backyard thanks to time, rain and the elements, extended stays in the brutal environment of space can take its toll on spacecraft, satellites and space stations.
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The first zero-g real coffee machine arrives at the Space Station (thanks to the Italians, of course)
2014-11-25 14:30:14| Extremetech
Yesterday morning, Italy's first female astronaut arrived at the International Space Station, carrying the first zero-g Certified Italian Espresso coffee machine. The machine, called the ISSpresso, was created by a couple of Italian companies after another Italian astronaut returned from the space station in 2012 and complained about the lack of good coffee in Earth orbit.
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