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Senior Engineer, Ground Systems
2014-09-03 14:39:20| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Senior Engineer, Ground Systems MF Ref SES0471 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Ground Terrestrial Operations Position Staff Context The Senior Engineer, Gound Systems implements and provides operations support for ground based systemsprocesses utilised to enable SES spacecraft deploymentoperations as well as service delivery to SES customers. Responsibilities The Senior Engineer, Ground Systems shall be responsible for Analysis, design, specification, implementation and enhancement of TTC andor Teleport Communications Systems Ground Control and any other Monitoring Systems that SES needs to fulfil their mission on a global basis. This includes the successful deployment of e.g. TTC and Baseband systems, ranging and inorbit test systems Fix and mobile teleport infrastructure for payload signal uplinks DataIFRF measurement systems like CSM or similar Infrastructure required for such systems. The incumbent must efficiently own and implement full project life cycles from requirements collectiondefinition in and outside the company and budgeting, via projectprogram management incl. procurement or designdevelopment, to the operational 2nd3rd level support As a trusted representative of the company the incumbent shall deliver clear, concise, timely and constructive strategic or technical guidance cooperative support to peerscustomers in and outside the company. Experience Qualifications A recognised ElectricalTelecommunications Engineering degree BSMS or similar with good knowledge of RF and telecom theory, Minimum of 5 years relevant handson engineering experience and worked successfully as Development or Systems Engineer and as Project Manager, Proven experience in tools like Word, Excel, Powerpoint, AutoCad, Lotus Notes or similar, Some knowledge of power, cooling, structural engineering or of terrestrial networking elements IP, or of programming Mathlab, C, is considered as valuable asset, Fluency in written and oral English. Other languages are considered as valuable assets, Is able and willing to integrated into an international environment, to travel internationally and to communicate with international peers and customers, Flexibility, reliability and readiness to work without direct supervision. Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to Vice President, Ground Systems Engineering EU Apply for this Job online
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Senior Engineer, Ground Systems
2014-08-08 12:40:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Senior Engineer, Ground Systems Ref TEC0042 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES TechCom Category Ground Terrestrial Engineering Position Staff Context SES TechCom Services is levering on the technical expertise accumulated within the SES Group by operating satellites for more than 25 years and provides technical services to the Satellite Industry on a worldwide basis. In order to support its growth, SES TechCom Services has a need for an additional resource to support projects in the field of Ground Solutions. In this position you will contribute to and lead projects related to the development, implementation, improvement of ground based services and systems. You will as well be responsible to attract new projects for SES and SES TechCom. In cooperation with SES internal and external partners, you will develop technical and business solutions. Key activities include customer requirements collection, engineering of communications systems, preparation of and or contributions to request for proposals, studies, reports, specifications, contractual documentation and operational guidelines, leading of multidisciplinary and multicultural project teams. The mission consists in the successful realization of projects, product and services that support SES TechCom to become a leading supplier of technical productsservices, systems and applications in the field of satelliterelated engineering and operations to satellite manufacturers, satellite operators and associated partners. Responsibilities Attract contracts by managing or supporting customer requests for proposal RFP, comprised of activities such proposal team set up and management, technical and financial proposal preparation, and contract negotiation Deliver products, services, systems to customers within budget, specification and on time Either support or be responsible to Design, specify and implement Satellite Control Systems RF TTC systems including the tracking antennas Baseband and control room systems Satellite ranging systems. Design, specify and implement fixed, transportable or mobile uplink or receiveonly stations Design subsystems and implement earth station equipment including antennas, HPAs, switch matrix, updownconverters, modulators and interfacility equipment Design, specify and manage the integration of measurement, communications and monitoring control systems including MC Systems Perform transmission analysis, in particular link budget calculations, and studies in support of business development, customer services Conceptual design of innovative satellite networks andor network elements and development of associated specifications Preparation of commercial documentation such as system requirements specifications, technical system specifications, and contractual documents in coordination with other internal and external parties Collect customer requirements, perform system design, setup budgets, handle procurements, manage installations and the operational handover of ground segment and communications systems Followup of delivered systems during lifetime operations Execute other telecommunications related projects Manage and build up successful technical customer and partner relationships Awareness and evaluation of relevant technological developments, market trends, competitive factors, customer requirements, standardisation licensing and regulatory aspects Promote SES and SES TechCom products and services in the Satellite Industry and Satellite Communication Markets Support the preparation of SES TechCom Operational Expenses budgets Travel as required to meet customers, partners and vendors and attend exhibitions, conferences, working group meetings Provide multiple engineering and operations services to SES companies and partners. Experience Qualifications Have a university degree in RF, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent Have min. 5 years of applicable professional experiences in engineering and implementing of telecommunications systems Fluency in English plus at least one other European language Computer literacy AutoCAD, Matlab, MS Office, MS Project Have excellent and proven projectbudget and time management experience Be able to integrate into andor lead crossfunctional andor virtual project teams Have good communication capabilities, analytical sense, innovative spirit, business mind, selfstarting qualities, coordination and priority setting abilities Proactive approach towards potential andor current customers Conflict management skills in a multicultural and interdisciplinary setup Excellent internal and external communication skills as well as teamspirit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Deliver products, services, systems to SES internal as well as to external customers within budget, specification and on time Provide effective communication workflow of information Successful customer and partner relationships. Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to Senior Manager, Ground Solutions
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Senior Ground Systems Engineer
2014-07-03 16:41:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Senior Ground Systems Engineer 2 year project contract Ref SES0443 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Ground Terrestrial Engineering Position Staff Context SES TechCom services is levering on the technical expertise accumulated within the SES Group by operating satellites for more than 25 years and provides technical services to the Satellite Industry on a worldwide basis. In order to support its growth, SES Techcom Services as a need for an additionnal resource to support projects in the field of Ground Solutions. In this position you will contribute to and lead projects related to the development, implementation, improvement of ground based services and systems. You will as well be responsible to attract new projects for SES and SES TechCom. In cooperation with SES internal and external partners, you will develop technical and business solutions. Key activities include customer requirements collection, engineering of communications systems, preparation of and or contributions to request for proposals, studies, reports, specifications, contractual documentation and operational guidelines, leading of multidisciplinary and multicultural project teams. The mission consists in the successful realization of projects, product and services that support SES TechCom to become a leading supplier of technical productsservices, systems and applications in the field of satelliterelated engineering and operations to satellite manufacturers, satellite operators and associated partners. Responsibilities Attract contracts by managing or supporting customer requests for proposal RFP, comprised of activities such proposal team set up and management, technical and financial proposal preparation, and contract negotiation Deliver products, services, systems to customers within budget, specification and on time Either support or be responsible to o Design, specify and implement Satellite Control Systems RF TTC systems including the tracking antennas Baseband and control room systems Satellite ranging systems. o Design, specify and implement fixed, transportable or mobile uplink or receiveonly stations o Design subsystems and implement earth station equipment including antennas, HPAs, switch matrix, updownconverters, modulators and interfacility equipment o Design, specify and manage the integration of measurement, communications and monitoring control systems including MC Systems o Perform transmission analysis, in particular link budget calculations, and studies in support of business development, customer services o Conceptual design of innovative satellite networks andor network elements and development of associated specifications o Preparation of commercial documentation such as system requirements specifications, technical system specifications, and contractual documents in coordination with other internal and external parties o Collect customer requirements, perform system design, setup budgets, handle procurements, manage installations and the operational handover of ground segment and communications systems. o Followup of delivered systems during lifetime operations o Execute other telecommunications related projects Manage and build up successful technical customer and partner relationships Awareness and evaluation of relevant technological developments, market trends, competitive factors, customer requirements, standardisation licensing and regulatory aspects Promote SES and SES TechCom products and services in the Satellite Industry and Satellite Communication Markets Support the preparation of SES TechCom Operational Expenses budgets Travel as required to meet customers, partners and vendors and attend exhibitions, conferences, working group meetings Provide multiple engineering and operations services to SES companies and partners. Experience Qualifications Have a university degree in RF, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent Have min. 5 years of applicable professional experiences in engineering and implementing of telecommunications systems. Computer Literacy Autocad, Matlab, MS office, MS project Have excellent and proven projectbudget and time management experience Be able to integrate into andor lead crossfunctional andor virtual project teams Have good communication capabilities, analytical sense, innovative spirit, business mind, selfstarting qualities, coordination and priority setting abilities Proactive approach towards potential andor current customers Conflict management skills in a multicultural and interdisciplinary setup Excellent internal and external communication skills as well as teamspirit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Fluency in English plus at least one other European language. Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to Apply for this Job online
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Ground Support Systems Software Engineer
2014-06-24 10:39:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Ground Support Systems Software Engineer in the EGSE and Ground Systems Section, Software Systems Division, System, Software and InOrbit Demonstration Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk The Netherlands. DUTIES The incumbent will report to the Head of the EGSE and Ground Systems Section. The Sections core activity consists in providing support to ESA programmes in the area of Electrical Ground Support Equipment EGSE, the development of simulation and modelling infrastructure, including verification test benches for functional verification, software verification and validation facilities, EGSE procurement and ground facilities software in general. The Section is also the focal point for the EGSE reference facilities and for managing the Simulation and Software Laboratory. The duties of this post will include providing technical expertise to ESA projects within the domain of ground support systems, including the development and procurement of EGSE systems, simulation and modelling infrastructure and software validation facilities participating in the evaluation of industrial proposals and in project reviews technical monitoring of industrial activities and development contracts, including verifying industrial outputs, reviews and acceptance providing technical expertise support to the European Ground System Common Core EGSCC development contract supporting the deployment of the European Ground System Common Core EGSCC into the new generation of EGSE and mission control systems used in ESA projects, in particular NEOSAT, Electra and the next generation of launchers participating in the definition and execution of the research programmes in the area of competence of the Section, in particular for EGSE systems, software verification and validation facilities, methods and tools for modelling, simulation and testing contributing to standardisation activities in the domain of ground support systems, e.g. CCSDS, ECSS, etc. contributing to the diffusion of the results of the activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency. The postholder may also be called upon to support other activities within the domain of competence. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in computer science andor in electrical engineering or similar, together with experience in ground support systems for functional verification e.g. EGSE system, SCOEs, software verification facilities. Extensive knowledge of modern software engineering and practical experience of implementing complex systems is required. Knowledge of spacecraft systems and space systems engineering would be an advantage. Candidates should have good interpersonal and communication skills. They should have the ability to work autonomously, effectively and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment as well as being able to define and implement solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. In addition, applicants should have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to solving problems and an interest in innovative technologies. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 21 July 2014. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first 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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Athena Automation breaks ground for Vaughan, Ont., systems centre
2014-06-02 17:11:00| Canadian Plastics Headlines
On May 26, 2014, plastics processing machinery maker Athena Automation broke ground for a new systems centre for machine assembly and integration. The 155,000-square-foot (14,400 m2) plant is located next to Athenas current research and...
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