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Head of Market Development Department

2018-07-23 15:29:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

The European GNSS Agency GSA is responsible for the operations and service provision for the European Global Navigation Satellite Systems GNSS EGNOS and Galileo. By developing a new generation of GNSS, Europe is laying the foundation for new hightechnology industry development, leading to job creation and economic growth. In this context, the Market Development Department main responsibilities are related to develop the market, innovative applications, valueadded services and user technology that promote the achievement of full European GNSS adoption, ensuring at the same time that the European GNSS services answer to current and future user needs. The main tasks and responsibilities will in principle include Ensuring a full understanding of the market, the user needs, the downstream value chain, with particular focus on the European industry and SMEs Ensuring an indepth technical understanding of the user technology, including chipsets and receivers, and their implicationslinks with the European GNSS services Publishing periodically high quality reports, such as on the GNSS market, user technology and user requirements Managing a large and diversified network of downstream stakeholders, such as receiver manufacturers, application developers, service providers, large multinational companies, SMEs and startups, users representatives, etc. Designing and implementing roadmaps for adoption by market segments as well as other activities to create demand of European GNSS products and applications including support to EU policies, in cooperation with the European Commission Managing and controlling the implementation of Research and Innovation projects in the field of innovative applications and user technology Interfacing with the other GSA operational departments, to ensure the continuous improvement of the services and the design of future services according to user needs For hisher area of competence, preparing and implementing the Single Programming Document, managing the delegation agreements with the European Commission, implementing the budget and managing the external contractors Manage the Market Development Staff Representing the Agency with external stakeholders including the European Commission, Member States and other EU and international Institutions Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 quality objectives Contributing to the other tasks of the Agency as necessary ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA The selection procedure is open to applicants who satisfy the following eligibility criteria, on the closing date for application 1. A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma when the normal period of university education is four years or more OR A level of education which corresponds to completed university studies attested by a diploma and at least one year of appropriate professional experience when the normal period of university education is three years 2. In addition to the above, appropriate professional experience of at least fifteen years 3. Be a national of a Member State of the European Union or Norway 4. Be entitled to his or her full rights as citizen 5. Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws concerning military service 6. Meet the character requirements for the duties involved7 7. Have a thorough knowledge of one of the languages of the European Union8 and a satisfactory knowledge of another language of the European Union to the extent necessary for the performance of hisher duties 8. Be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post SELECTION CRITERIA All eligible applications, according to the aforementioned criteria part A, will be assessed against the requirements listed below. The Selection Board responsible for this selection will determine the criteria to be assessed in the various phases of the selection procedure assessment of the application forms, interview and written test prior to being granted access to the names of the applicants. At least all essential criteria will be assessed during the applications evaluation phase. Please note that noncompliance with any of the essential requirements B.1 may result in the exclusion of the candidate from the selection process. Advantageous requirements B.2 constitute additional assets and will not result in exclusion, if not fulfilled. 1 Essential requirements i. University degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, physics, mathematics andor economics ii. Experience in business and market development of space technological products, services or applications acquired in the public andor private sector iii. Experience in interfacing with stakeholders having diverse technical backgrounds, including in particular the engineering competency iv. Experience in managing teams v. Excellent command of both written and spoken English 2 Advantageous requirements vi. Experience in developing GNSS based applications and services vii. Experience in managing large network of stakeholders at international level viii. Experience in downstream Research and Innovation projects ix. Experience andor knowledge of the institutional framework and functioning of the EU 3 Behavioural competencies x. Motivation xi. Excellent communication and negotiation skills xii. Leadership and people management skills xiii. Cooperative, collaborative, practical and resultsoriented approach

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Head of the Mission Operations Division in the Operations Department

2018-07-13 13:26:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Science. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Head of the Mission Operations Division in the Operations Department This post is classified A5 of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESAC, Villanueva de la Caada, Spain Description Under the direct authority of the Head of the Operations Department, the postholder is responsible for the overall management of the operations and for the execution of the science operations of the Directorate missions, after successful completion of inorbit commissioning. The postholder will work in close collaboration with other elements of the Directorate including the Science Support Office, the Management Support Office and the Projects Department. Duties The main duties include overall managing of Science Directorate missions in orbit, following commissioning and until the end of inorbit operations, interfacing as required with the Directorate of Operations being responsible for all schedule, budget, staffing and operational performance aspects of missions under the Divisions responsibility and ensuring that the necessary resources are available on time within the programmelevel constraints executing the science operations of missions under the Divisions responsibility ensuring that the maximum scientific return is maintained as a target throughout the operational phases of the Divisions missions maintaining a positive and motivating working environment in the Division managing the Divisions workforce with accountability for all resources and activities delegated to it maintaining and developing Division members expertise and scientifictechnical competence in order to meet current and future needs, taking due account of their motivation, aspirations and professional development participating in the research activities of the Department and fostering ongoing research by Division personnel monitoring ongoing science operations activities and new concepts internally and externally for potential relevance to future missions. Technical competencies Experience in science operations, preferably in the context of ESA missions Knowledge of space projects, including instrumentation and operations Managing large technical and scientific teams Experience in interfacing with external parties, especially the scientific community and Principal Investigator teams Experience in research in space science Leadership competencies Driving performance Fostering cooperation effective teamworking Developing motivating people Strategic vision business context Behavioural competencies Responsible DecisionMaking Communication Planning Organisation Customer Focus Education Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in astrophysics, physics or spaceplanetaryheliospheric science. Additional requirements It is desirable that candidates also have proven experience of leading, motivating and developing large teams in an international science context, a specific asset being experience of managing managers and multiple teams be able to anticipate problems, solve complex issues and relate situations to context be able to reach solutionoriented, pragmatic and timely decisions of high standard and integrity while also supporting others team members, upper management, other stakeholders in this process. Other Information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2018. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Canada and Slovenia. According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States. When shortlisting for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. see Nationality Targets 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. Apply HERE

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Head of the Science Operations Department

2018-07-13 13:26:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Science. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Head of the Science Operations Department. This post is classified A6 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESAC, Villanueva de la Caada, Spain Description Under the direct authority of the Director of Science, the postholder is responsible for the management and operation of the Directorates missions once successfully commissioned. These responsibilities are discharged in full coordination with the Directorates Departments and Offices and, as appropriate, with the Directorate of Operations. Duties The postholder is responsible for leading and managing the Department in carrying out its tasks, which includes overall managing of the Directorates missions in orbit, following completion of inorbit commissioning ensuring that the maximum scientific return is maintained as a target through the operational phases of the Directorates missions managing and executing science operations in the operational phase of missions developing the science operations for the Directorates missions in cooperation with the Future Missions Department, the Projects Department and the Science Support Office responsibility for all aspects of the schedule, budget, staffing and operational performance aspects of activities under the Department s responsibility, ensuring the necessary resources are available on time, within programmelevel constraints ensuring a positive and motivating working environment in the Department managing the Department workforce with accountability for all resources and activities delegated to it maintaining and developing Department members expertise and scientifictechnical competence to meet current and future needs, taking due account of their motivation, aspirations and ongoing professional development participating in research activities and fostering research by Department personnel. Technical competencies Extensive experience in the development and execution of science operations, preferably of large space or groundbased international projects Knowledge of space projects, including instrumentation and operations Extensive experience in managing and managing the managers of large scientific and technical teams, preferably in an international context Experience in interfacing with external parties, especially the scientific community and Principal Investigator teams Experience in research in space science Leadership competencies Strategic vision business context Fostering cooperation effective teamworking Leading change Promoting diversity Developing motivating people Behavioural competencies Communication Ambassadorship Customer Focus Planning Organisation Education Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent degree in astrophysics, physics or spaceplanetaryheliospheric science. Additional requirements Candidates should also have the ability to provide strategic direction to individuals and teams and relate team objectives to the overall and evolving organisational goals and context the ability to anticipate problems, solve complex issues and relate situations to their context as well as to support others team members, senior management, other stakeholders in this process. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Please note that applicants may be required to undergo aptitude testing, including recognised psychometric testing as well as problem solving and decisionmaking exercises. The closing date for applications is 31 August 2018. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and Canada and Slovenia. 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. Apply HERE

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New York City Department of Sanitation Called On to Adopt RNG

2018-07-10 16:27:54| Waste Age

DSNY has reservations about making what would be a major transition to be able to burn this low-carbon fuel.

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Assistant Administrator to the Future Systems Department

2018-07-09 15:43:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Deadline for Applications 06082018 Client and Location For one of our main customers, ESAESTEC, we are currently looking for an Assistant Administrator giving support to the Future systems Department within the Earth Observation Directorate, which is located at two ESA sites namely ESTEC including the EOP8M Division and ESRIN including the EOP8A and EOP8C Offices and the newly established 8lab. Tasks and Responsibilities Support in managing the Departments programme activities and milestones in liaison with the managers in the Department Integrate inputs and provide overview of resource requirements Interface with other assistant administrators and project controllers as well as with managers of other Departments as required Prepare and assist in producing programmatic status reporting as required Support developing and maintaining the integrated planning of the Department resources and calendars Support the preparation and conduct of internal and external audits Prepare minutes of internal management meetings, integrating various inputs, and maintain consolidated action item lists for the Department, tracking actions so that they are discharged in coherence with the established procedures Interact with staff in the Department as well as with other teams in the Directorate in order to plan, facilitate and stimulate the exchange of information, in particular within the Department since this is located in two different sites and therefore requiring efficient and timely exchanges, including organization of adhoc meetings, videoconferences, workshops and seminars, as needed Identify new topics for crosssite coordination and propose specific actions for harmonization and coordination Collate and organise highlevel information related to ESA management, programmes and activity plans in support of wideranging interactions relevant to the Future Systems Department Proactively manage the internal and external information tools e.g. SharePoint, web pages, etc for the Departmentrelated internal and external communications, including writing and editing web pages and circular letters, interacting via social media, etc. Support handling of documents from local DMS, including their maintenance according to QMS procedures, as well as from DMSs of external partners andor industry, from out of paper archives and other sources like ESA libraries, etc Support project controllers as needed in preparation and administration of procurement actions act as a point of contact for all documentationadministrative tools e.g. DMS, RID system, action item database, etc. used in the Department, acting as focal point for all such tools used in the Department Support the configuration management and risk management processes within the Department Compile periodic reports from inputs from various contributors for review and finalisation by the Department Head Support coordination and organisation of Departmentlevel internal and external meetings and reviews Manage the procurement of promotional items for the Department Oversee the administrative policies at Department level Handle communications and events of interest for the Department, including conferences, workshops, courses, etc Experience and education A university degree Bachelor or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 5 7 years of experience in administrative support, writingediting or other relevant experience, is required. Some background in elements of information science and technology, preferably achieved in a computer engineering environment and including some programming knowledge, is required. Excellent interpersonal skills, e.g. communicating and interacting with individuals at all levels, and the capability of identifying priorities and handling high workload with a proactive approach to problem solving, are required. Excellent planning and organisational skills, as well as initiative and motivation to perform to high standards in a demanding environment, are required. Ability to travel frequently between sites, namely ESTEC and ESRIN, and flexibility with the working schedule, are required. Proficiency in office automation and database software packages and in planning control tools is also required, with ability and interest to learn other applications and tools within an infrastructure based on innovative solutions. Experience in an international organization or multicultural working environment will be a key asset. Interest in technical, programmatic and policy issues of ESA EO programmes, with a desire to learn and ability to think outside the box, is an asset. Knowledge of ESA administrative and financial processes and experience with SAP and with ISO9001 certification projects is an asset. An open multicultural attitude, while caring for accuracy on the job and trustworthiness, is required. Full and proven fluency in the English language, spoken and written, as well as knowledge of another European language are mandatory. About ATG Europe Today, ATG is recognized as a leading provider of specialized engineering, scientific and technical services to the European Aerospace. Our headquarters is located in Noordwijk, The Netherlands and we have subsidiaries in Germany and the UK and Ireland. ATG People is the key player in delivering highly educated personnel for RD environments throughout Europe. We are continually recruiting experienced Engineers for exciting, fulltime 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

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