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Consultancy Support for EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Processing Chains Performance Engineer

2015-02-27 16:06:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

ACS is looking for a consultant to support the EPSSG EUMETSAT Polar System Second Generation Programme at EUMETSAT. The focus of the work is on endtoend instrument chains, from acquisition of signals by instruments on board the satellites up to dissemination of derived products to End Users by the ground segment. The selected keyperson would be involved in tasks such as mission performance allocations and budgeting, processing chain specification, approach for instrument calibration and product validation. ACS has more than 30 years experience in delivering solutions for Earth Observation satellites Ground Segments. Based in Rome, Italy and in Darmstadt, Germany, we delivered systems currently in operation in 20 countries worldwide and have a long record of successful projects carried out for ESA, EUMETSAT, EMSA and many other Space Agencies and Research Centres. ACS recently established German subsidiary ACSD aims at better serving our customers based in Darmstadt area. ACS offers pleasant, international working environment at customer site very competitive salary attractive benefit package tailored on specific exigencies training and personal growth within ACS group, full support from a high technology company for relocation to Darmstadt. The activities for the selected keyperson will be related to overall System aspects for endto end instrument functional chains, i.e. involving the space segment satellites as well as the ground segment, the latter consisting of the data acquisition systems, monitoring and control systems, data processing chains and product dissemination facilities.In the frame of endtoend instrument chain activities, the keyperson will be part of the EPSSG System team and provide support for tasks related to mission performance allocations and budgeting, definition and specification of scientific algorithms for geolocation, radiometric correction and spectral calibration, definition of the approach for instrument calibration and product validation, specification of enduser products for imaging and sounding instruments. The activities to be followed up are in the following areas Development of the algorithms specifications Algorithms Theoretical Baseline Document ATBD, Detailed Processing Model DPM and processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS Development of reference processors that implement the functionalities defined in the processing and algorithms specifications, including verification of the EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Development of the operational processors with emphasis on the implementation of the processing algorithms and their compatibility with EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Preparation of Instrument CalibrationValidation plans, including the definition of the approach for validation of the Level 1 and Level 2 products and of any related algorithms Development of the calibration, validation and offline monitoring facilities EndtoEnd E2E performance requirement spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements allocation and budgeting performed by space segment and instrument providers, specifically when dealing with processing algorithms. Typical activities to be undertaken by the consultant are Contribute to the consolidation and maintenance of the system requirements relevant for the development of the EPSSG enduser products, including tracing to enduser requirements and tracking of the status of compliance any incompatibilities to the EPSSG System requirement baseline need to be identified and resolved Confirm that the operational processors which are developed as part of the EPSSG ground segment are able to meet the EPSSG E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements any inconsistencies and noncompliances need to be identified and resolved Support validation of products and verification of processing algorithms, specifically the cross comparison of products generated by the operational processors against output of reference processors Review and contribute to the preparation of algorithms specifications and product specifications to confirm and ensure their consistency with the System requirements and design documents Review space segment and instrument documents e.g. ATBD, DPM, Instrument Calibration and Characterization Specification to identify implications for the processing specifications of the operational processors. Assess implications ofcontributions by the processing algorithms to E2E performance requirements and contribute to the compilation and documentation of E2E performance budgets any noncompliance with the EPSSG System E2E performance requirements need to be identified and resolved review the adequacy of related tools for E2E performance modelling and, as needed, support development of complementary inhouse modelling tools Support regular reviews of System, Space Segment and Ground Segment documentation relevant for EPSSG data processing chains and E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Participate in formal reviews and technical meetings at system and ground segment level Support preparation of documentation for System level reviews Support coordination of interdisciplinary meetings relevant for data processing chains Support studies internal or external and evaluate their results when relevant for data processing chains, including specification and validation of algorithms Consolidate the verification approach for System E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements and maintain the related verification matrix. The keyperson shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent Direct involvement in the following areas, with at least 3 years of combined experience o Specification of level 1 algorithms for geolocation, spectral and radiometric correction and calibration and of level 2 geophysical algorithms, for spaceborne observation systems as imaging andor sounding instruments o Mission performance analysis, budgeting and verification for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments. The following experience would be an additional asset Knowledge of relevant spaceborne observation instruments EPSSG satellites will embark sounders and imagers from the ultraviolet to the microwave range, a scatterometer and a radiooccultation instrument. The keyperson shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. The working language for the position is English and therefore the keyperson must be able to work effectively in this language. Mandatory EU national or Valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass format

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Microwave Baseband/RF SoCs support growing wireless traffic.

2015-02-27 14:30:56| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Integrating cross-polarization interference cancellation (XPIC) and line-of-sight multiple-input and multiple-output (LoS-MIMO) functionalities, BCM85650 supports channel aggregation and delivers 4K-QAM (quadrature amplitude modulation). Employing digital RF correction mechanisms, BCM85820 integrates support for XPIC, MIMO, 4K-QAM modulation, 112 MHz channels, and channel aggregation. Both SoCs provide mobile access carriers with 5 Gbps capacity and 48 bps/Hz spectral efficiency.

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Flight Dynamics System Support Copernicus mf

2015-02-27 13:05:01| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Flight Dynamics System Support Copernicus mf The Mission The main mission of the Sentinel3 satellites is to measure seasurface topography, sea and landsurface temperature and ocean and landsurface colour. The first satellite is scheduled for launch into a sun synchronous orbit in late 2015, with a second planned for 18 months later. The Challenge This is a full time position, at the site of our customer, the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites EUMETSAT, located in Darmstadt, Germany. Work is provisionally scheduled to start in May 2015. The successful candidate will support evolution and maintenance of the EUMETSAT Copernicus Sentinel3 flight dynamics system. Sample tasks include Maintenance and Evolution Activities Reengineering Analysis of porting requirements. Tradeoff studies of various technologies. Solution design. Procurement monitoring. Verification testing Evolutions and changes Generationanalysis of user and maintenancedriven software requirements. Software design. Procurement monitoring. Verification testing Preventive and corrective maintenance Investigation and correction of software anomalies. Associated verification testing Maintenance test procedures generation and update of maintenance test procedures at software facility level and at system level Support and development of the verification infrastructure Development andor procurement of scripts tools for installation checks, nonregression, functional and performance testing. Analysis and implementation of tools for automatic or semiautomatic verification testing Coordination of new software releases or patches Technical coordination of the external contractor production and installation of new releases and patches. Liaison with EUMETSAT operational users, participation in technical reviews, acceptance testing campaigns Execution and coordination of software verification and nonregression testing campaigns Preparation of test data, running the test procedures, generation of test reports, analysis of results and troubleshooting of problems Point of Contact Software support to application software endusers Provision of oncall services and software support Prepare and provide training covering application software usage and maintenance Technical point of contact for maintenance contractors acting as point of contact with the contractor for technical discussions, review of technical documentation from the contractor, organizing periodical technical meetings with the contractor Your Qualifications Essential qualifications are A university degree in space engineering, computer science or a closely related discipline Background in software maintenance, evolution and testing 3 years experience in the design, development andor customization of satellite flight dynamics systems for low earth orbiting missions 3 years experience in the full cycle of development of application software preferably for satellite flight dynamics systems following formal software engineering processes Specific experience in user and system requirement analysis, software requirement engineering, software design and implementation reflecting maintenance activities as well as new applications definition 3 years experience in corrective maintenance, integration and verification testing of application software for satellite flight dynamics systems conducted according to formal software engineering processes. Specific experience in requirement verification, generation of test plan and test procedures, nonregression testing, generation of test data, generation of test tools, running the test procedures on the target system, generation of test reports, and anomaly tracking, investigation, correction and testing 3 years experience in designing and developing software components and applications using object oriented approach including design patterns. 3 years experience in designing and developing software applications using Java and related technologies 3 years experience in developing software applications using Eclipse SDE Smart Development Environment and related projects and addons Desirable qualifications are Experience with software development and maintenance of satellite flight dynamics systems and tools based on the ESAESOC NAPEOS Navigation Package for Earth Observation Satellite Experience with software development and maintenance of Tools using the Orekit space dynamics library Knowledge of Satellite Mission Control Systems Knowledge of Mission Planning Systems Experience with software support to operations for satellite flight dynamics systems Experience as a technical point of contact for contractors working at offsite premises. Previous responsibility for application software evolution and maintenance Experience developing FORTRAN based software applications using Experience with the IBM DOORS requirement management tool Experience in version Control Systems CVS and SVN Experience with the Linux operating system Experience with the Unified Modelling Language UML for software design Experience in the usage of software CASE design tools e.g. Enterprise Architect andor MagicDraw Experience in designing and developing software client applications using Eclipse as HMI framework Rich Client Platform Experience using tools for software test automation. Experience with static and dynamic software analysis tools in support to testing and troubleshooting Experience in designing and developing component based software applications using formal techniques e.g. OSGi Experience in developing software applications using interfaces to relational database management systems RDBMS and experience with data model design for RDBMS. Some background with low earth orbiting observation missions Some experience in a similar consultancy role, as a resident consultant operating onsite within a customer organisation Experience with an international satellite organisation or similar entities. Possession of documentationpermits for working and living in Germany. Previous livingworking experience in Germany, or else previous experience living outside your home country or else extensive experience working closely with international partners Terma offers At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Further information For further information, please contact Mr. Frank Mayer by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link httpswww.epos.dkRekTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId604joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date March 4th, 2015 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events

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Point of Care Decision Support Anticoagulation Software Helps Reduce Hospital Re-Admissions

2015-02-27 11:31:02| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Software is designed and developed in association with national patient safety guidelines to reduce adverse events and re-admissions. ST. PAUL, Minn. - Point of Care Anticoagulation software (PCDS AC) optimizes delivery of anticoagulation drugs and reduces adverse events associated with anticoagulation therapy...

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Raytheon Awarded $35M U.S. Air Force Aircraft Integration And Life Cycle Technical Support Contract

2015-02-27 06:03:29| rfglobalnet Home Page

Raytheon Company (NYSE:RTN) was awarded a $35 million sole-source contract by the U.S.

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