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Mission Performance and System Engineer SCJ 3139
2018-05-04 15:26:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Mission Performance and System Engineer J 3139 Summary An opportunity for an experienced engineer to provide support on site at ESTEC to the Earth Observation Future Missions Division DEOPSF with the development of endtoend simulators and System Engineering Tools and to support Mission Performance and System Engineering activities Objective The Future Missions Division at ESTEC is tasked with preparing new EO missions and technologies. To support this work a contractor is required to work with the definition, development and exploitation of endtoend simulators for future EO missions, aiming at a coherent and representative modelling of each element of the system satellite, payload, ground processing contributing to the endtoend mission performance, and maximising the synergies and reuse of building blocks from one simulator to the next. Further support will be required in the definition, development and exploitation of System Engineering Tools for future EO missions. Responsibilities Duties Duties will include but are not limited to the following two areas Area 1 EndtoEnd Simulations for future EO missions Support the definition and development of the EndtoEnd E2E Mission Performance Simulators for future EO missions, including elaboration of SOW and technical specifications, participation to progress meetings and reviews. Contributing to ensure the technical coherency and completeness of the simulation of the observation system, including, as needed, functional analysis, system level budgeting, system performance analyses, modelling of spacecraft andor payload subsystems and related data processing to meet system and mission requirements. Install and use those E2E simulators on the EOPSF IT infrastructure for mission performance evaluation and system tradeoffs for future EO missions. Provide feedback from endtoend mission performance simulations and optimisations to the spacecraft and mission design. Ensure a consistent evolution and maintenance of the E2E simulators and a proper configuration and storage of the relevant inputoutput data sets. Initiate and support work in the area of modelling of system or subsystem aspects spacecraft, payload, ground processing for E2E simulators and System Engineering Tools. Support the development of generic building blocks and modules, and aim at maximum synergy and reuse of those building blocks and modules from one E2E simulator to the next making use of ESA OpenSF infrastructure. Area 2 System Engineering Tools for future EO missions Participate to the development of new System Engineering Tools for preliminary analysis and sizing of future EO missions, ensuring a coherent and representative modelling of each element of the system satelliteplatform and its subsystems, payload, ground processing contributing to the system performance. Participate to the evolution and maintenance of the existing System Engineering Tools used in EOPSF. Use the above System Engineering Tools for system tradeoffs, preliminary sizing and performance evaluation of future EO missions. Provide feedback from mission optimisation to the spacecraft and mission design. Qualifications Experience University degree MSc minimum in Aerospace Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline. At least 4 years relevant industrial experience with a background in space system engineering and General knowledge of ESA Earth Observation missions. Background in space system engineering. Experience in mission analysis. Solid background on IT and computer programming including MATLAB, Python, STK, MS Excel and CAD software knowledge is an asset. Experience on modelling and simulation of observing system characteristics spacecraft, payload, ground processing, orbit and how they impact mission data quality and relate to system requirements and scientific goals is desirable. Versatility to adapt to the specificities of each mission considering the wide range of possible EO observation techniques e.g. opticalmicrowave, passiveactive, imagersounder, nadirlimb observation and platforms e.g. minimicronanosatellite, orbits SunSynchronous or drifting, LEOMEOGEOHEO. Experience with system performance simulation is an asset. Knowledge on optimisation techniques is an asset. Essential Skills Good English language skills Excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive approach, with initiative and capability to work independently. Problemsolving oriented attitude. Good organizational, communication and technical writing skills, with the ability to work in a diverse team environment. Capability to coordinate a large amount of inputs, synthesise, summarise and take Conclusions. Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Location of the position is ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Benefits Competitive Package Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.
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Launch System Electrical Avionics Engineer
2018-05-04 15:26:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 442 You will have the opportunity to provide engineering support for the Ariane 6 project at the European Space Agencys headquarters. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Launch System AIT definition and control of measurement plans in test requirements and execution, definition of technical specifications for the procurement of specific ground measurement acquisition and storage equipment. Electrical interfaces schematics integration and analysis, electrical performances analyses e.g. power supply transient and steadystate analyses, measurement accuracy, others. System EMC verifications groundingbonding quality measurement, CECS, RERS. Realtime systems modelling, analysis, specification and troubleshooting. Computers for realtime onboard applications, both as selfcontained units and as embedded items in subsystem equipment. The work includes system design for faulttolerant computer systems, component design and development, operating systems, and identification of tools and methods for dependable specification, design and testing. Data systems for onboard data communication, spacecraft system operation under ground control and with onboard autonomy, groundonboard data communication, and for manned spaceflight crew informatics and interfaces. This includes data system standards and specific software, e.g. data communication software. Data storage, i.e. onboard solidstate mass memory systems, including architecture, components, interfaces, packaging technologies, and operational usage. Electronic design essentially for the implementation of digital functions related to onboard data systems. Payload data acquisition and processing chains, including digital and image processing techniques and devices. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory You have a PhD or Msc Engineering from a recognised Institution of secondary studies University, Ecole suprieure, etc. or equivalent. You have a good knowledge of electrical systems architectures of a launch system. You have a good knowledge of TTE protocol and its implementation. You have a good knowledge of main serial data exchange protocols and endtoend wired measurement chains. You have an understanding of main Launch System RF communications. You have proven experience in equipment procurement, subsystems integration and testing. You have demonstrated experience in spacecraft project support in particular related to spacecraft data handling. You have a good knowledge of the space environment, related standards and space quality requirements. 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 29052018. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above. About RHEA Group RHEA Group 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 and NATO.
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Launch System Electrical Avionics Engineer for Ariane 6
2018-05-04 12:26:08| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Launch System Electrical Avionics Engineer for Ariane 6 ESA Headquarters Paris, Ref no 18 16501 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defence, nondefence and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, France, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, France, Germany, and the UK. Job description For our customer, the European Space Agency ESA, we are seeking to recruit an experienced Launch System Electrical Avionics Engineer to work at ESAs Headquarters, 15th arrondissement in Paris in support to the Ariane 6 project. A diverse range of support tasks is required to be carried out within the afterwards listed tasks, encompassing HW, SW and system aspects in support to the Ariane 6 project. The tasks are focused on the following main headings Definition of technical specifications for the procurement of HWSW items. Evaluation of verification analyses and reports. Participation in reviews and meetings. Overseeing the Launch System Combined Tests and Launch Campaign qualification tasks. Responsibilities You will be assigned to ESAESTECs organizational OnBoard Comp. Data Handling section within the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality The work covers the following technical domains Launch System AIT definition and control of measurement plans in test requirements and execution, definition of technical specifications for the procurement of specific ground measurement acquisition and storage equipment. Electrical interfaces schematics integration and analysis, electrical performances analyses e.g. power supply transient and steadystate analyses, measurement accuracy, others. System EMC verifications groundingbonding quality measurement, CECS, RERS. Realtime systems modelling, analysis, specification and troubleshooting. Computers for realtime onboard applications, both as selfcontained units and as embedded items in subsystem equipment. The work includes system design for faulttolerant computer systems, component design and development, operating systems, and identification of tools and methods for dependable specification, design and testing. Data systems for onboard data communication, spacecraft system operation under ground control and with onboard autonomy, groundonboard data communication, and for manned spaceflight crew informatics and interfaces. This includes data system standards and specific software, e.g. data communication software. Data storage, i.e. onboard solidstate mass memory systems, including architecture, components, interfaces, packaging technologies, and operational usage. Electronic design essentially for the implementation of digital functions related to onboard data systems. Payload data acquisition and processing chains, including digital and image processing techniques and devices. This is a full time position located at ESAs Headquarters, 15th arrondissement in Paris. The requested start of work is July 2018. Qualifications Competencies The successful candidate shall have A Masters Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or similar and a minimum of 4 years of relevant professional working experience within the space sector. Knowledge of electrical systems architectures of a launch system. Knowledge of TTE protocol and its implementation. Knowledge of main serial data exchange protocols and endtoend wired measurement chains. Understanding of main Launch System RF communications. Experience in equipment procurement, subsystems integration and testing. Experience in spacecraft project support in particular related to spacecraft data handling. Knowledge of the space environment, related standards and space quality requirements. What can Terma Offer? At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Support on relocation if applicable Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed please apply through the Apply link below. Include an uptodate Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter highlighting your background and expertise as well as earliest date of availability. For further information, please contact Mr. Guido DAMM by telephone 33 0 7.78.05.75.87 or by email gudaterma.com. Closing date May 25th 2018 Please note the following Legal Security requirements Applicants must hold all appropriate permits to work in the EU. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their IDpassport and degreehigher education certificate. Terma will validate the certificate with the issuing authority. A Certificate of Good Conduct or equivalent will be applied for at commencement of employment.
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Payload System Engineer
2018-05-03 18:26:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Human Robotic Exploration Programmes. 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 Payload System Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description Payload System Engineer in the Payloads Engineering Team, Development Projects Group, Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes Directorate Duties The postholder will be responsible for system engineering for payloads under development in the Payloads Engineering Team Initially, the incumbent will not be assigned to a definite sectiondiscipline but will support different payloads depending on the Payloads Engineering Teams needs. The incumbent will liaise closely with the industrial prime contractors, with the SciSpacE Team and with the ESA ISS integration and operations responsible teams. Specifically, the post holder under the responsibility of the relevant ESA project manager, will be responsible for monitoring industrial activities for the development, integration, test and initial operations of science payloads providing continuous status monitoring for the payloads activities, assigning corrective actions, elaborating solutions for resource conflicts and implementing necessary changes to the established requirements supporting the progressive establishment of the payload baseline, from requirements up to and including the end item definition providing support to contractors in defining and implementing the functional specifications, in defining and controlling the payload external and internal interfaces, and in documenting the verification of all payload requirements supporting and providing inputs to the ISS integration and operations teams including ESA, Industry and the USOCs and to the Project Scientists of the SciSpacE Team to prepare the operational phase of the payloads supporting coordination with the specialised engineering support from the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management as required supporting technical discussionsnegotiations with launch authorities for the launcher interfaces supporting the organisation and the conduct of project reviews at system, ground segment, and payload level providing support to other activities of the Payloads Engineering Team, as required and relevant to the post holders knowledge and professional experience. Technical competencies Multidisciplinary knowledge of payload system engineering e.g. mechanical, thermal, electronics, software, etc Space system development and PA standards Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes Knowledge of industrial costs and schedule aspects Knowledge of project risk management processes Behavioural competencies Communication Planning Organisation Problem Solving Responsible DecisionMaking Results Orientation Teamwork Education Masters in Engineering andor Physics Additional requirements Applicants for this post should demonstrate a proven ability to cooperate with industrial partners in achieving common goals. Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellent technical and system level coordination skills, and the ability to synthesise complex technical information. Applicants should also have good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment a proactive attitude to solving problems and achieving solutions in line with team objectives good communication skills, both verbal and written an interest in innovative technologies. A good knowledge of ISS Payloads engineering and operations as well as experience with management of industrial activities is considered an asset. 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 17 May 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. 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. Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band A2 however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level. Apply HERE
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Copernicus System Operations Engineer 2 positions
2018-04-27 17:27:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
We are looking to further enhance our team by adding a Copernicus System Operations Engineer 2 positions You will be based initially for 2 years at our clients headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany. Extension of a further 2 years may be possible. In this large European Agency you will find an excellent and modern working environment with challenging tasks and responsibilities. Your Tasks The SO Engineer shall perform tasks related to system operations and engineering For Copernicus Sentinel3 mission for routine Sentinel3A operations, as well as for the commissioning phase for Sentinel3B leading to the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system. For the Copernicus Sentinel6JasonCS mission build up for operations expected to start from mid 2019 leading to commissioning and then routine operations of S6 The engineering service shall cover the following requirements System Operations The SO Engineer shall perform system operations, including Scheduling and coordination of daily operations Monitor the status of the endtoend mission and perform daily checks to confirm nominal status and performance Contribute to the data ingestion, processing and distribution of auxiliary files and products Perform anomaly investigations Provision of support, as required, to critical andor special operations Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of specific toolscripts identified from operational needs Provide expertise in operational ground segment operations Contribute to raising, processing and coordinating anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in relevant Anomaly Review Boards Contribute to coordination and implementation of ground segment modifications, including their documentation, approval, implementation, testing and training, including participation in Change Review Boards, as well as TRR, TRB, ORR as needed Contribute to the operations boards, technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning coordination meetings Participate in system operations team meetings and associated activities and reviews where required. Provide oncall support, on an as needed basis. This will be coordinated with the service manager through the normal oncall process Provide training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other parties involved in Operations including controllers, analysts and engineers Undertake training identified as necessary to become familiar with the system and be able to perform their tasks Contribute to any other tasks needed to support or restore operations as specified by the System Operations team leader. Operational Monitoring and Reporting The SO Engineer shall Contribute to the design, development, documentation and maintenance of tools that provide production statistics reports and support the monitoring and operations of the mission production and dissemination and related auxiliary dataflows, as requested Contribute to the generation of the Copernicus KPIs and joint Clienttopartner service level statistics, as needed, including their computation Contribute to reporting against KPIs and of anomalies to the Central Operations Morning Meeting Contribute to the monitoring and reporting of the overall endtoend mission performance of the Copernicus missions including gathering related statistics on a daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis Contribute to the generation of reports, as necessary. Operational Documentation The SO Engineer shall Contribute to the generation, maintenance and update of systemlevel operations related design, user documentation, procedures or operations guides, for example as a result of a system update or a validation activity, in accordance with the established Client Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices Perform operational validation of the operational procedures and coordinate specific operational validation test OVT campaigns, resulting in new or updated operational documentation Provide expertise to the update of other interorganisation documentation, including but not limited to Joint Operations Rules and Procedures JORP or Operational Interface Control Documents OICDs, Interconnection Security Agreement ISA. Interface with other teams and partners The SO Engineer shall Liaise and coordinate as required with the ground segment facility operations teams and system operations analysts to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission operations through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc. Liaise and coordinate as required with the spacecraft operations teams to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities through procedure and operations guide updates, configuration changes, database or user interface changes etc. Liaise and coordinate the systemlevel aspects for generating, reviewing and maintaining any Requests for Instrument Operations RIOs or Special Operations Requests SORs in coordination with the other operational teams Liaise and coordinate as required with external operational partners and service providers to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes and joint anomaly resolution Liaise and coordinate as necessary with other service providers. Evolutions of the Ground Segment Systems The SO Engineer shall Acquire and maintain an operational view of the ground segment, as well as a systemwide understanding of its interfaces with multimission elements MMEs and external interfaces Review any planned changes or evolutions to the system configurations for the ground segment to assess potential operational impacts Interface with teams responsible for the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrades Liaise and coordinate as required with the maintenance teams in support of engineering changes to the ground segment Liaise as required with the security teams in support of security related changes Participate in the operational validation of system upgrades and evolutions, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment Contribute to the integration and validation of components deliveries, as well as implementation of new products, including configuration control activities. Operations Build up The SO Engineer shall Support the operations build up Contribute to validation campaigns, including operations validation tests, participating in the coordination, planning and execution of these campaigns as needed, including TRRsTRBsFATsOSATsORR, etc for ground segment components and operations Participate to commissioning reviews and commissioning operations to ensure smooth handover from the commissioning phase to nominal operations Participate and coordinate the joint test campaigns with the operational partners during the operational build up phases of Sentinel3B LEOP, commissioning, SIOV, Rampup and JasonCSSentinel6 Follow Client processes and working practices. This implies participation in daily operations coordination meetings and daily technical reporting via Client tools. Your Profile Knowledge and experience with the following is considered essential, each key person shall have A university degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the job profile At least 3 years experience of the system operations and monitoring of realtime, complex, satellite instrument data processing systems, as well as demonstrated experience in planning and coordination of operation build up activities Demonstrated experience of the definition, development, integration, acceptance testing and operation of flight and mission operations and data systems Demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems The ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and written The ability to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner and shall be able to work under pressure and with a minimum of supervision. Furthermore, it would be highly desirable for the key person to have experience with or knowledge of some of the following Development and maintenance of operational procedures andor configuration data Experience with data analysis software packages such as MATLAB Scripting languages and databases e.g. Perl, Python, shell, Oracle Some experience with definition and development of test tools and generation of test data sets System requirements management and functionalarchitectural modelling, with support of tools e.g. DOORS Configuration Control processes and tools Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. REFERENCE 18216088 LOCATION Darmstadt, Germany CONTACT recruitmoltek.com CLOSING DATE 24th May 2018 MOLTEK has been serving the space and aerospace industries since 1995, providing international consultancy services for a wide variety of clients from private and public corporations to national and international authorities and agencies. For more detailed information about MOLTEK go to httpwww.moltek.com
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