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Sentinel SAR Mission Scientist

2020-12-03 19:12:35| 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 to ESA in the domain of Earth Observation. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview The duties of the contractor focus on Mission Science support to future Copernicus SAR Sentinel missions under definition or implementation by ESA. This includes support to mission requirements consolidation and maintenance, traceability to user needs, assessment and documentation of information products to be generated by the missions, their accuracy as a function of the satellite and Level1 characteristics and to verify these can be achieved based on the mission design choices. The Contractor is expected to support the Mission Advisory Group MAG meetings, research and formulation of mission requirements, defining and support to managing relevant studies with the applications and science community, and performing analyses and investigations into critical mission science issues linked to products and product implementation e.g. end to end performance analyses. The position holder is expected to perform the following main tasks Help to the management of the mission requirements for Copernicus SAR missions in support to the Mission Scientists Support the implementation and running of the Copernicus ROSEL and Sentinel1 Next Generation S1 NG MAG and Expert Group activities Define and help manage mission requirement consolidation studies for S1 NG, to interpret user requirements provided by the European Commission and the Copernicus user community, and establish methods to evaluate the endtoend performance of the mission with respect to product quality Define and help manage studies and campaigns required to address any critical issues during the S1 NG and ROSEL mission development Assess in detail the implications of continuity of service as a priority requirement for S1 NG, with respect to the current generation of Sentinel1 Document and develop the synergies between Cband and Lband Copernicus SAR missions operating as a system of systems Support the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. NISARNASA, SAOCOMCONAE, PalSAR2 and PalSAR4JAXA Develop and document a framework for error budgets for Level2 information products guaranteed by the SAR missions e.g. through the use and further elaboration of Endtoend performance frameworks Support the definition of Level2 information products guaranteed by the SAR missions Preparation of documents and technical notes as required in support of the Project. In performing these tasks, the contractor will report to the relevant Mission Scientists and maintaining close coordination with the relevant Project teams. For Endtoend performance aspects the Contractor will work closely with the Study TeamsProjects, but also with experts from the technical directorate. Specific qualification requirements PhD and a minimum of 6 years scientific experience Knowledge of remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment Strong fundamental background in SAR remote sensing including technical characteristics of SAR satellites Proficiency in the programming and use of software focused on managing satellite data, image analyses, transformation of Level1 data into geophysical information products and statistical and error analyses Familiarity with the Copernicus Programme including the programme goals, the role of the Space Component and the status and scope of Copernicus Services Demonstrated interest in the wider context of Copernicus and its role with respect to EC policies and priorities Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of satellite SAR data Experience in the development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs Able to work independently and in teams Good organisational, management and communication skills Proficient in the English Language Spoken and Written. 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. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration in line withESA Job Class. 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 30 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 Prior to 8 january 2021, please apply via ourJob Application form quoting EOP125as reference. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting them by 14 January 2021, 13.00 hours.

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Data Scientist Machine Learning Engineer

2020-11-24 10:13:18| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Solenix is specialized in the provision of highquality software engineering, technical consulting and operations services in the aerospace domain. Data Scientist Machine Learning Engineer 202028 Job Description We are looking for a Data Scientist Machine Learning Engineer to join the Software Engineering Team in our offices in Darmstadt, Germany. Solenix is an independent and international company providing highquality software engineering, consultancy services and software products in the space market. Among our customers are space agencies like ESA and EUMETSAT. Our Software Engineering Team is specialised in the development and maintenance of web and mobile solutions and datadriven systems, including dashboards and visualisation tools, data analytics, event monitoring and alarming platforms. Our team is a group of motivated, dynamic and creative people who enjoy highquality work, as well as a relaxed and flexible atmosphere. You will be involved in all phases of the project lifecycle, from conception to implementation and final delivery, with a focus on Data Science aspects. This role has a lot of potential for career development depending on your skills and interests, for example, growing involvement in other company activities, such as supporting our business development activities with your technical expertise or contributing to the definition and evolution of our software products. Your main tasks will be related to Preparation of structured and unstructured data Feature selection, extraction and transformation and data analysis Use case analysis and prototyping Design and implementation of models and algorithms in the field of data analytics, including visualisation and reporting of results Integration and maintenance of developed solutions Required Skills and Experience University degree in a related field computer science, mathematics, physics or related Solid understanding of statistics, probability and Machine Learning Good knowledge of an objectoriented programming language, preferably Python or Java Experience with machine learning librariesframeworks and methods Experience in databases SQLNoSQL and in related technologies such as Spark and Hadoop Experience with data visualisation solutions such as D3.js, Plotly, etc. Strong analytical skills, curiosity and pragmatism Initiative and able to work independently and prioritise work appropriately Able to work in a collaborative and team environment Desirable Skills and Experience Experience with containerisation technologies Experience working in a continuous development continuous integration environment Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 31 December 2020 Start of Work January 2020 or ASAP Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page Notes to Applicants on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in Germany. Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process. Job Application Please send your applications electronically to careersolenix.ch before the application deadline 31 December 2020 Learn more about us in Facebook

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Agricultural Data Scientist

2020-11-12 19:12:45| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Position Agricultural Data Scientist The Data Scientist will be responsible for developing and improving algorithms to identify water stress in farm crops based on remote sensing data. The successful applicant will develop commercial products for farm irrigation management, become an integral member of Hydrosats technical team, and will work in collaboration with partner organizations in Luxembourg. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the biophysical processes determining the relationship between plants, soil, water, and atmosphere. She or he will also be comfortable in using and applying space imagery to agricultural analysis. The Data Scientist will coordinate and advise on farm field experiments use field data and remote sensing platforms to develop evidencebased models of water stress in plants propose and test algorithms for irrigation management on farm level identify and overcome the issues when upscaling these algorithms to different climatic conditions and plant species. Education Minimum requirement Bachelors degree in Agricultural or Environmental Sciences, Remote Sensing, or a related field special consideration given for advanced degrees MastersPhD Must have at least 2 years of relevant work experience in a researchfocused role. Skills and Experience Experience Familiarity with programming in Python and other data processing software Knowledge of statistical analysis Experience with remote sensing and thermal imaging is considered an asset Highly selfmotivated, keen learner able to solve challenging problems with creative solutions Organizational skills Able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment Language Spoken and written proficiency in English Proficiency in one of the official languages of Luxembourg is desirable French, German or Luxembourgish Location Luxembourg Start Date Immediate Contract Type Full Time, Permanent Interested? If you are interested in joining our team, send your application to jobshydrosat.com with the following documents CV resume List of any publications Names of two or three references Hydrosat is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to hiring top talent and creating an inclusive environment where all people can be and do their best.

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Cryosat Altimetry Scientist

2020-11-04 13:11:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

What we offer if you join our amazing team Competitive Salary Company events Performance Management International environment Job Introduction At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world, we are innovators,committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone. Serco and Proud Make a difference every day. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cryosat Altimetry Scientist, based in Frascati, Italy. Main Responsibilities The postholder will focus on the below main responsibilities Support the investigation of instrument anomalies and analysis related to the CryoSat geophysical products including the development of Quality Control and Validation tools as well as the use of the ESA MiniPDS Provide scientific advice on the quality of the current processing algorithms and their evolution Support to CryoSat full reprocessing campaigns associated to new ice and ocean processing baselines GOP, ICE Contribute to the management of the CryoSat qualityrelated support contracts including the review of contractual deliverables and drafting of technical documents e.g. new SoW and change requests Support the definition, development and implementation of new RD activities dealing with the validations and emerging scientificoperational applications of CryoSat data products Assist the management of the Cryosat Quality Working Group and related scientific support Support CryoSat communication activities e.g. web stories, ESA publications, scientific papers, etc., contributing to the presentations and posters in international conferences EGU, AGU, OSTST, LPS etc. and workshops, contribute to the coorganisation and cochairing of CryoSatPolarrelated conferences Interface between ESAESRIN, the Scientific Community and CryoSat experts and other SpaceOperational agencies regarding the quality and exploitation of the CryoSat data products for both Ice and Ocean surfaces. Support the generation of periodical service reports, documenting the activities performed Successful Candidate The successful Candidate will bring Applicants should have a high level of selfmotivation, the capability to work effectively in a team and autonomously, and have excellent organisation skills. A strong proactive attitude is required in identifying problems and proposing solutions. Mandatory knowledge and experience requisites are University degree, or equivalent, in physics or engineering or a related discipline. Good background in the field of satellite radar altimetry Experience in satellite data processing handling Development of utilities for supporting the analysis of large set of data and data visualization Mandatory requisites are Handson experience with altimetry validation methods and scientific analysis of in situ data Handson experience with ocean ice and multimission satellite polar data Good knowledge of altimeter missions and their applications Good oral and written communication Spatial, temporal and other statistical analyses of EO data in particular Altimetric data Scientific publication and reporting including oral presentations of results Good Working proficiency in English. Good scientific programming skills e.g. Matlab, IDL, C, Pyton or Fortran In addition, the candidate shall have Attitude to follow guidelines and to require minimum supervision, proactively requesting help when needed Ability to plan and report and to work to deadline. Ability to follow different concurrent activities Attitude to be propositive in suggesting new opportunities of research or solutions leading to scientific improvements of satellite data quality Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request.You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time.

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Crew Exploration Scientist

2020-10-14 13:11:53| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the coordination support at EAC, you will have the following responsibilities Support to the Coordination of the Topical Teams Support to the preparation and implementation of Announcement of Opportunities Support to the feasibility assessment and selection of experiments Support to the additional management required for Microgravity Applications Projects MAP Collection of science requirements for individual experiments and preparation of the Experiment Scientific Requirements documents jointly with the corresponding SPOT team members Support the end to end coordination of science activities of the HRE Science Department, including interfacing with the scientific teams through the entire life cycle of projects Observer for the hardware development activities Participation to reviews during the hardware development life cycle Support to the analysis of data Collection of 30day reports and 1year reports following the flight of experiments Track the publications resulting from the science projects Supporting the definition of an explorationoriented portfolio of ground and space based experiments in support of the European exploration roadmap Coordinating within the Science and Utilization Group HRER the radiation related projects for exploration class missions Providing scientific expertise and support in coordination with ESA medical operations to the development of ESA elements on exploration class missions and associated technology developments Liaising between the Science and Utilization Group HRER and the Space Medicine Team HREOM on the topics of radiation protection and radiobiology for exploration class missions Representing HRER and supporting HREOM in multilateral boards on Health Risk and Radiation Protection Supporting the Space Medicine Team in life sciences related boards and working groups with the aim of bringing an operational medicine perspective in the selection of the science complement for exploration class missions Reaching out to the European science community to stimulate the development of research projects that answer current outstanding challenges in the field of operational medicine, in general, and radiation protection, in particular Harmonizing the structure of exploration related science and operational private medical data with the aim of developing a consistent system of data that maximizes usability whilst implementing all necessary controls for the protection of personal data Actively pursuing personal scientific research, participating in research activities Supporting ESA outreach, communication and education activities in space medicine, life sciences and exploration, promoting ESAs activities and scientific results to a variety of audiences, including the general public. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience Masters degree or preferably PhD in Biology, Biotechnology or Medicine Experience in ESA medical operations and in particular, radiation protection of ESA astronauts is considered an advantage Knowledgeexperience in crew health risk assessment for spaceflight, in particular, radiation health risk Knowledge of challenges and risks during exploration class missions, human research for spaceflight and in particular, scientific gaps in human research for spaceflight Experience in scientific project management, ESA procurement processes and representing ESA on international arena regarding astronauts health risk assessment is considered an advantage Experience in managing technical and scientific teams Researchpublication record Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Cologne. We welcome applicants who are available from January 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Chiara Grossardi, by clicking on the button Apply for this job quoting job DESC4383 before 26Oct20. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Please note Due to work permit requirements for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany.

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