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Support to Science Operations LISA Pathfinder

2013-07-19 14:36:21| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

A Spanish leader company in Aerospace Engineering and Scientific services with more than 45 years of experience working for NASA and 35 years working for ESA seeks a candidate for a position of Supportto Science Operations LISA Pathfinder located at ESAC Villafranca MadridSpain. LISA Pathfinder LPF is the technology demonstrator for the LISA mission and its primary goal is to demonstrate the critical technologies needed for LISA. The pay load onboard LPF will consist of the European LISA Technology Package LTP and a contribution provided by the NASAJPL, the Disturbance Reduction SystemDRS. The Science and Technology Operations Centre STOC is the point of interface to the scientific community, and is responsible for the payload scheduling, quicklook data analysis, data processing and archiving. During the operational phase of the mission extensive stays at ESOC Darmstadt, Germany may be needed. Specific tasks requirements for this position 1. Activities during the development phase a STOC system engineering The service to be provided by the Operations Engineer will entail supporting the system engineering activities of the STOC. This includes Define and maintain the toplevel system design of the Science Operations Ground Segment in the different mission phases Support the definition of the interfaces between the STOC and the MOC and the writing maintenance of the STOCMOC ICD Define the interfaces between the STOC and the LTP DRS and write the STOCLTP and STOC DRS ICDs Write the STOC Operations Plans Write the STOC Operations Procedures b STOC SW development The Operations Engineer will i monitor the development of the software modules e.g. Mission Planning, Data Ingestion, Simulator, ii be responsible of the installation of these tools and their configuration control at STOC and iii perform their acceptance tests. c STOC integration Ground Segment Tests The Operations Engineer will provide service support for the definition, preparation and execution of i the STOC integration tests, ii the Ground Segment tests SOVTs and iii the STOC Simulations. This includes Prepare test plans, test data and procedures to applied during these tests Participate in the tests, the debriefings and write the necessary test reports and raise SPRs as well as nonconformance reports as appropriate 2. Activities during the operational phase a STOC System Engineering The Operations Engineer will continue to provide service activities in operations with the activities performed during the development phase. This includes Maintenance of the interfaces between the STOC and the MOC, LTP DRS and their relevant ICDs Maintenance of the STOC Operations Plans Maintenance of the STOC Operations Procedures b STOC operational duties The Operations Engineer will be responsible for providing a service to a number of operational duties. This includes Generate the operational payload mission planning files to be sent to the MOC Monitor the data ingestion tasks that will receive the telemetry and auxiliary data from MOCs Data Disposition System Support the data archiving tasks that will populate the archive Support the investigation of payload anomalies and the implementation of the recovery c STOC SW maintenance The service provided by the Operations Engineer will cover the monitoring of the maintenance of the software modules and provide to the developers the priorities for the resolution of the software problems as seen from the users side. The service provided by the Operations Engineer will cover being responsible for the installation of these tools and their configuration control at STOC. Specific qualification requirements University degree or equivalent in related fields Experience needed in the development, testing and operations of a scientific operations centre or a similar system Experience in satellite payload operations The selected contractor must have good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a number of external people In addition knowledge of the following would be beneficial Operations of scientific satellites and in particular of LISA Pathfinder or its payload would be an asset Applications Interested candidates should send CV and personnal letter to Miguel.Sanchezsciops.esa.int by 18th August 2013.

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LISA Pathfinder, Science Operation Engineer, RTCSRE035

2013-07-18 15:37:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

LISA Pathfinder, Science Operation Engineer, based at European Space Astronomy Centre, Madrid, Spain 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. All members of our recruitment team have extensive space experience, so have the insight necessary to support you through the application process. LISA Pathfinder LPF is the technology demonstrator for the LISA mission, its primary goal is to demonstrate the critical technologies needed for LISA. The payload onboard will consist of the European LISA Technology Package LTP and a contribution provided by the NASAJPL, the Disturbance Reduction System DRS. The Science and Technology Operations Centre STOC is the point of interface to the scientific community and are responsible for the payload scheduling, quicklook data analysis and data processing and archiving. During the operational phase of the mission extensive stays at ESOC Darmstadt, Germany may be needed. The specific tasks and requirements for this position Activities during the development phase STOC system engineering The service to be provided by the Operations Engineer will entail supporting the system engineering activities of the STOC. This includes Define and maintain the toplevel system design of the Science Operations Ground Segment in the different mission phases Support the definition of the interfaces between the STOC and the MOC and the writing maintenance of the STOCMOC ICD Define the interfaces between the STOC and the LTP DRS and write the STOCLTP and STOC DRS ICDs Write the STOC Operations Plans Write the STOC Operations Procedures STOC SW development The Operations Engineer will Monitor the development of the software modules e.g. Mission Planning, Data Ingestion, Simulator, Be responsible of the installation of these tools and their configuration control at STOC Perform their acceptance tests. STOC integration Ground Segment Tests The Operations Engineer will provide service support for the definition, preparation and execution of The STOC integration tests, Ground Segment tests SOVTs The STOC Simulations. This includes Prepare test plans, test data and procedures to applied during these tests Participate in the tests, the debriefings and write the necessary test reports and raise SPRs as well as nonconformance reports as appropriate Activities during the operational phase STOC System Engineering The Operations Engineer will continue to provide service activities in operations with the activities performed during the development phase. This includes Maintenance of the interfaces between the STOC and the MOC, LTP DRS and their relevant ICDs Maintenance of the STOC Operations Plans Maintenance of the STOC Operations Procedures STOC operational duties The Operations Engineer will be responsible for providing a service to a number of operational duties. This includes Generate the operational payload mission planning files to be sent to the MOC Monitor the data ingestion tasks that will receive the telemetry and auxiliary data from MOCs Data Disposition System Support the data archiving tasks that will populate the archive Support the investigation of payload anomalies and the implementation of the recovery STOC SW maintenance The service provided by the Operations Engineer will cover the monitoring of the maintenance of the software modules and provide to the developers the priorities for the resolution of the software problems as seen from the users side. The service provided by the Operations Engineer will cover being responsible for the installation of these tools and their configuration control at STOC. Qualifications and Requirements Applicants require a minimum of a Masters Degree either Science or Aerospace, or in equivalent related fields Experience needed in the development, testing and operations of a scientific operations centre or a similar system Experience in satellite payload operations Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external people at all levels Good IT skills Desirable Operations of scientific satellites and in particular of LISA Pathfinder or its payload would be an asset Experience of working in a Scientific environment with multinationals Applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Spain or be EU nationals. If you think you have the skills and experience required for this post please make your application via our eRecruitment site httpswww.amris.comsercorequirementdisplay.php?refSearchrequirementid44399 If you have any questions regarding this opportunity please address them to our recruitment team at space.careersserco.com Position Science Operation Engineer Reference RTCSRE035 Application closing date 8th August 2013 Start date 1st September 2013 Duration Until 31st Dec 2016 Important Please be aware that security clearance may be part of the selection process Register with Serco eRecruitment for automatic email alerts for new opportunities httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope

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Science Operations Engineer for LISA Pathfinder

2013-07-18 13:37:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

HE Space is a successful international space company. For 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for a Science Operations Engineer to support our customer in Spain. Science Operations Engineer for LISA Pathfinder Key Tasks and Responsibilities In this role you will be part of the the Science and Technology Operations Centre STOC at ESAESAC. Your activities will cover both the development and operational phases for LISA Pathfinder. You will have the following responsibilities Define and maintain the toplevel system design of the Science Operations Ground Segment in the different mission phases Support the definition and maintenance of STOC interfaces and write and maintain interface control documents ICDs Write and maintain operations plans and procedures Monitor the development, installation and configuration control of the software modules Support to the definition, preparation and execution of the integration tests, the Ground Segment tests and imulations Generate the operational payload mission planning documentation Monitor the data ingestion tasks that will receive the telemetry and auxiliary data Support the data archiving tasks that will populate the archive Support the investigation of payload anomalies and the implementation of the recovery. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree in science or engineering Several years experience in the development, testing and operations of a scientific operations centre or a similar system Experience in satellite payload operations Experience with operations of scientific satellites and in particular of LISA Pathfinder or its payload would be an asset Good interpersonal and communication skills Fluency in English is mandatory, knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located near Madrid and may include long term travel to Germany. We are looking for candidates who are available from September 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Sarah Gonschorek, quoting job reference NLSC2052 before 05Aug13. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

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Pathfinder Minerals Plc Receives New Coverage from Analysts at HB Markets

2013-04-04 22:06:29| Electronics - Topix.net

The firm set a "speculative buy" rating on the stock. Shares of Pathfinder Minerals Plc traded up 8.00% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 0.918. Pathfinder Minerals Plc has a one year low of GBX 0.65 and a one year high of GBX 2.261. The stock's 50-day moving average is currently GBX 0.96.

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Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

2013-03-27 21:30:23| Green Car Congress

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