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Space Robotics Operations Engineer
2014-09-30 17:40:47| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting an Operations Engineer to support the Robotics Future Projects office at our clients premises in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities Your primary tasks and activities may include Operations engineering for the European Robotic Arm ERA and Meteron projects, and for future projects such as technology demonstrations on ISS Liaise with the necessary organisations for instructor and crew training issues Maintenance of the ERA Astronaut Training Database ATD Software management andor rapid software prototyping for the projects in the office. Logistics organisation for ERA integration and launch campaign, Meteron experiments and test campaigns in analogue sites field tests. Support the development of specific qualification andor ISS flight demonstrations of technology items needed for human exploration. Performance of system definition studies for future human exploration developments. Meteron Multipurpose End To End Robotics Operations Network Skills and Experience You must possess the following skills and experience At least a masters degree in the relevant field of engineering studies. A minimum of 4 years of working experience in space operations andor robotics engineering. A good knowledge on the International Space Station Programme. System and software engineering experience. Ability to travel outside of Europe. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 15102014. Due to work permit restrictions, please apply only if you are a European Union citizen or if you already hold a valid work permit for The Netherlands. About RHEA RHEA is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT, NATO and Airbus Defence Space.
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ISS Robotics Engineer
2014-09-29 16:40:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support within the Human Spaceflight and Operations Directorate DHSO supporting the ISS. Overview The post holder will report to the head of the Robotics and Future Projects office, in the Directorate of the Human Spaceflight and Operations. The duties of this post will include Operations engineering for the European Robotic Arm and Multipurpose End To End Robotics Operations Network Meteron projects, and for future projects such as technology demonstrations on ISS Liaise with EAC, GCTC and RSC Energia for instructor and crew training issues, including maintenance of the ERA Astronaut Training Database ATD Software management andor rapid software prototyping for the projects in the office Logistics organisation for ERA integration and launch campaign, Meteron experiments and test campaigns in analogue sites field tests. Support the development of specific qualification andor ISS flight demonstrations of technology items needed for human exploration. Performance of system definition studies for future human exploration developments. Support the Office and Division in other tasks as required. Specific qualification requirements University degree preferably Masters in Engineering or equivalent. A minimum of 2 years professional experience in space segment operations post Degree. Have robotics engineering knowledge. Have system and software engineering experience. You must be able to work and communicate effectively in English. Be able to work independently and also work with colleagues within a team. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Travel is required including to Russia so ability to obtain a Russian VISA is also required. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration. Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 29 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Provide prior to 14 October 2014 a summary of why you are a good candidate for the position together with a complete and detailed Recruitment Form to Mr. Alex Jeanes, at email alexjeanesaurora.nl quoting reference HSO30. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their detailed technical proposal and candidates to ESA by midday 20 October 2014.
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Space Operations Engineer Space Robotics Engineering
2014-09-29 16:40:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in ESTEC, we are currently looking for a Space Operations Engineer. The post holder will report to the head of the Robotics and Future Projects office, in the Directorate of the Human Spaceflight and Operations. Tasks and Responsibilities The duties of this post will include Operations engineering for the European Robotic Arm and Meteron projects and for future projects such as technology demonstrations on ISS Liaise with EAC, GCTC and RSC Energia for instructor and crew training issues, including maintenance of the ERA Astronaut Training Database ATD Software management andor rapid software prototyping for the projects in the office Logistics organisation for ERA integration and launch campaign, Meteron experiments and test campaigns in analogue sites field tests Supporting the development of specific qualification andor ISS flight demonstrations of technology items needed for human exploration Performance of system definition studies for future human exploration developments Ensuring support for the Office and Division in other tasks as required. Meteron Multipurpose End To End Robotics Operations Network Requirements In addition to having a University degree or equivalent in Engineering, the key person shall have Experience in space operations Knowledge of the International Space Station Programme Robotics engineering knowledge System and Software engineering experience Capability to work in a team with other ESA organizations as well as with external partners. Candidates should be rigorous, have good communication skills and be able to transfer technical knowhow in a clear and concise manner. The post holder will be called upon to travel outside Europe e.g. Russia. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for the Netherlands or be EU nationals. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Space Operations Engineer Space Robotics Engineering Reference RTCHSOID026 Application closing date 171014 Start date 011214
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Robotics System Engineer
2014-04-22 19:36:08| 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 Robotics System Engineer in the Automation and Robotics Section, Mechatronics and Optics Division, Mechanical Engineering 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 Within the structure of the Mechatronics and Optics Division, the postholder will report to the Head of the Automation and Robotics Section. The main tasks associated with this post are to provide support to ESA projects in space science and exploration, space applications, human spaceflight and microgravity. In addition, the incumbent will be expected to guide and participate in the development of space automation and robotics AR technology and to initiate and monitor industrial research and development RD activities. Specific duties will include supporting ESA projects in the evaluation of contractors plans, technical specifications and efforts proposed for the execution of space robotics missions supporting ESA projects in the assessment and acceptance of contractors deliverables and developments supporting ESA projects in the conduct of ESA project reviews supporting ESA projects in the planning, preparation of operations in robotic missions, and training in the use of tools supporting these operations supporting robotics projects in the Directorate of Human Spaceflight and Operations, particularly those related to the International Space Station ISS such as the European Robotic Arm ERA designing, defining and analysing AR systems, especially in relation to their operation in space supporting space science and exploration investigators in defining, developing and using mission operation AR systems on planetary surfaces or aboard manned or unmanned space laboratories supporting studies in the area of robotics and operations related to human exploration liaising closely with technological and scientific users of space AR. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a discipline relevant to space robotics. Preference will be given to candidates with a wide spectrum of engineering experience in space automation and robotic systems, as well as several years of experience in software engineering and space AR systems operations. Knowledge andor experience of space robotics related to the ISS and its operations will be considered an asset, as will knowledge andor experience of the ERA system. Applicants 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 and to define and implement solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines. In addition, candidates 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 19 May 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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Robotics Software System Engineer
2014-03-12 13:37:32| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
For one of our main customers ESAESTEC, we are currently looking for a Robotics Software System Engineer, to provide support, to the ESTEC Telerobotics Haptics Laboratory. The ESA Telerobotics Haptics Laboratory operates in a somewhat informal fashion that encourages individuality and innovation. Nevertheless, the laboratory consists of a high focus, goal oriented and well organized structure that is targeting at innovating the space sector and implementing worldclass space robotics projects and technology developments. The team of the Laboratory is composed of members with various professional and educational backgrounds centered around mechatronics and telerobotics. This team consists of young professional engineers, engineering doctors, promovendi and a small number of students and trainees. The laboratories culture is such that you need to be able to integrate and contribute to a continuous startup entrepreneurial atmosphere by being highly motivated, enterprising, enthusiastic, concentrated and intrinsically driven to excellent results. This position is related to the ongoing series of flight demonstrations onboard the International Space Station ISS. In order to demonstrate advanced technology for teleoperation of robotic systems on Ground from Space, the ESA Telerobotics Haptics Laboratory develops advanced haptic user interfaces for astronaut crew. For these devices, a range of highly customized subcomponents are being developed that require embedded software and hardware developments. Tasks and Responsibilities It is the primary purpose of this position of Robotics Software System Engineer, to support the HAPTICS series of flight experiments by contributing to the software development of the embedded systems and to the realtime control software of the novel haptic exoskeleton prototype of the project You will be expected to be performing design and implementation of custom embedded sensoractuator system software, such as motor controller, analogue and digital sensor interface software and other more generic embedded system software for fieldbus level communication within haptic devices Additionally, the engineer in this position will maintain and contribute to the development of the laboratories software framework for robotic control He will contribute to developing novel specifications and requirements and help maintain the laboratories software frameworks for realtime control and ideally help to extend them to support embedded vision applications You will be a self starter and possess a good sense of responsibility You will work under pressure of spaceflight projects and thrive on being given challenging assignments You will be able to work easily with international team members and you will communicate clearly and be confident and persuasive You will be intrinsically motivated to contribute to exciting robotics research and you will have excellent problem solving skills The work within the Telerobotics Haptics Laboratory consists of engineering developments, fundamental research and project support in the domains of robotics, mechatronics, control, software and electrical engineering. Experience and education Bachelors degree or Masters degree or PhD in Electrical or Software engineering from an accredited institution Strong ability to understand and abstract realworld systems including their physical properties and behaviours into the digital domain 4 years experience in the software development, preferably with 4 experience in embedded realtime systems Excellent programming skills preferably in CC and scripting languages as python Extensive knowledge of UNIXLinux systems preferably of the Xenomai realtime patch or another realtime operating system QNX, RTEMS, VxWorks Extensive knowledge of MATLABSimulink as a user and developer of Sfunctions and other user extensions Knowledge of toolchains for rapid software development based on model based design and auto code generation. This includes compiler configuration, deployment and the methods required to automate the workflow preferably MatlabSimulink in Windows and Linux Understanding of realtime communications as Ethercat, DDS, CAN Programming skills for targeting highly embedded devices like FPGAs and Microcontrollers Experience in computer vision is desirable Practical experience of software development challenges like design approaches, prototyping, mocking, testing and building systems Ability to realise ideas and concepts in software prototypes Additional experiences and knowledge on the field of computer vision, computer graphics, physic engines or artificial intelligence Familiarity with automation technology, robotics and control systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills Familiarity with aerospace andor MIL standards preferred Proficient computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Good team player. Please submit with your CV profile Cover letter Brief synopsis of your prior related projects. About ATG Europe Today, ATG is recognized as a leading provider of specialized engineering, scientific and technical services to the European Aerospace, High Tech and Offshore industry. Our headquarters is located in Noordwijk, The Netherlands and we have subsidiaries in Germany and the UK. ATG People is the key player in delivering highly educated personnel for RD environments throughout Europe. We are continually recruiting experienced Engineers for exciting, full time positions based at our customers. As an ATG Engineer, you will be working on very diverse missions and assignments. This opens up unique opportunities to be engaged in innovative projects and challenging you to perform to high standards and utilizing the full extent of your professional knowledge. We need you to complement our super star team! Interested? Submit your CV and personal details through our website or send your application directly to recruitmentatgeurope.com. We encourage you to submit your CV in the Europass format. Click here to create a Europass CV.
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