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Ground Stations Operations Engineer

2016-08-04 17:05:31| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

About us SCISYS Deutschland GmbH provides professional engineering and consultancy services supporting space programmes and missions. We have a strong presence at ESOC and EUMETSAT, as well as serving all ESA sites and spacecraft primes. Our team is composed of university graduates and experienced professionals, comprising some of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and talented engineers across Europe. Our services cover the whole life cycle of space programmes from early concepts to operations. Our Space Division provides a dynamic, supportive and friendly atmosphere in which you are encouraged to lead with initiative. We support new ideas from our colleagues and are focused on innovation. Moreover, we actively manage your professional development, training and career progression. For the location in Darmstadt Germany we are looking for a Ground Stations Operations Engineer at EUMETSAT. Tasks This position for consultancy support for a Ground Stations Operations Engineer required for daytoday operations and evolutions of the current EUMETSAT ground stations including MSG, MTP and EPS systems. It is also required that the key person provides support to the development, operations preparation and eventually routine operations phases of the future programmes EPSSG, MTG and JCS. The Key Person will support the Ground Stations and External Interfaces GSEI team within the RSO division and shall support the daily operations of the Ground Stations and their interfaces to the other components of the ground segments to ensure their maximum availability and reliability. This role will focus on the ground stations supporting EUMETSATs geostationary GEO satellites MTP, MSG and MTG but the engineer will also be expected to support the low earth orbit LEO stations when required. In addition, the Key Person will be expected to acquire and maintain Systemwide knowledge of the Ground Segments, particularly in the areas of spacecraft monitoring control and the flow of mission data, due to the central role the ground station plays in spacecraft and ground segment operations. The tasks will include Longterm planning and shortterm scheduling of the operational usage of the ground stations to support both the needs of the Flight Operations Division FLO and Ground Stations engineering team Interface with project teams for the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects and major activities described in the Operational System MidTerm Evolution Plan. This will include ground station changes required to support major space segment evolutions Interfacing with the ground stations maintenance teams and industry representatives to ensure optimised performance by the ground stations, including participating in the definition, specification and implementation of any changes Planning and coordination of upgrades, repairs and evolutions with the engineering teams and FLO division Organising the validation of these upgrades, repairs and evolutions with the Controller Teams Definition and maintenance of ground station operations procedures and operations guides Maintaining operational ground stations databases Investigation into anomalies, their documentation, classification and correctionmitigation, participation in associated Anomaly Review Boards Provision of training, through production and presentation of written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations Department The role will require good communications skills, to allow the effective communication of information under a variety of circumstances. The Key Person should be used to working proactively within team and being able to work with the minimum of supervision. The variety of the tasks and the scope and complexity of the systems to be supported require a high degree of autonomy and good analytical skills. During critical operational periods or following major maintenance upgrades, the engineer will also be required to provide on call support as part of a team of ground station engineers. Essential requirements In addition to having a university degree in a relevant technical discipline or the equivalent ground stations experience, the Key Person shall have the following mandatory attributes At least five years experience in ground stations TTC operations in support of multiple Geostationary GEO andor Low Earth Orbit LEO spacecraft At least five years experience in a realtime 247 spacecraft operations environment, ideally in an earth observation environment Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills Desirable requirements Experience of the following would be a distinct advantage Major upgrades or evolutions of operational ground stations Defining and implementing the verification and validation of ground stations Interfaces between ground stations and ground segments Firstline hardware and software failure diagnosis and correction Baseband operation and configuration Other Information Start date is 1st January 2017 Fluency in English is mandatory To apply please visit www.scisys.despacejobs

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Payload Data Ground Segment Engineer

2016-08-04 15:07:15| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

The Serco Group is a FTSE 250 corporation with over 70,000 staff in 30 countries. Our strategy is to be a superb provider of public services, by being the best managed business in our sector. We are a focused business to government B2G business, specialising across five sectors Defence, Justice Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions such as the European Commission, EUMETSAT or the European Space Agency where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. For our activities in ESRIN, we are currently looking for a Payload Data Ground Segment Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities You will provide engineering support to the ESA Technical Officer for the technical management and coordination of Payload Data Ground Segment components evolution projects. Your tasks will be Definition of requirement baseline for PDGS components evolution projects Support to systemsubsystem implementation and validation activities Support to transfer to operations activities PDGS Technical Specification Documents Acceptance Test Reports Engineering support to subsystem operations and maintenance activities Analysis of problems Participation to Project Milestones Reviews. Requirements You should bring a University degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering or technical discipline, at least 3 years of experience in System Engineering in the frame of Ground Segment subsystems developmentsupgrades and the following Experience in SW development, integration, verification and validation on mediumlarge size projects Experience in systemsubsystem requirements definition and management Knowledge in project life cycle and acceptance procedures Knowledge of ECSS standards Technical writing Interface Control Documents, SW Verification and Validation Plans, Test Reports, Technical Notes Good communication and interpersonal skills Proven ability to interact within and across teams. The following is considered an asset Knowledge of MultiMission Ground Segment infrastructure architecture Knowledge of Big Data aspects, high performance and cloud computing techniques and technologies. Desirable Knowledge in Earth ObservationRemote Sensing domain and applications Knowledge of ESA MultiMission PDGS implementations and interfaces user management, catalogue, circulation, dissemination, archiving. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Italy or be EU EEA nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. If not, your application will remain in our database and can be matched against future openings. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in Serco Europes Careers Hub httpscareershub.serco.eu

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Ground Stations Operations Engineering Support

2016-08-03 17:07:29| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Since 1979, Italian ACS has been a Software System Integrator. As a Payload Data Ground Segment specialist, ACS develops componentssubsystemsground stations for satellite data acquisition, processing and dissemination. The company is active in geospatial multisource applications development for planning and management of environmental risks infrastructures and realtime handling of large data streams. ACS offer to their customers the complete range of services from the collection of user requirements to operational activities support. Our German subsidiary ACSD provides consultancy service at EUMETSAT Darmstadt. Selected candidate will sign permanent full time contract and work at EUM premises. Besides an opportunity to work in international environment, ACS can offer competitive salary, attractive benefits package tailored to specific needs, training and career growth within ACS group, support for relocation to Darmstadt. For our activities in Germany, we are looking for a person to provide Ground Stations Operations Engineering Support. TASKS Longterm planning and shortterm scheduling of the operational usage of the ground stations to support both the needs of the Flight Operations Division FLO and Ground Stations engineering team Interface with project teams for the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects and major activities described in the Operational System MidTerm Evolution Plan. This will include ground station changes required to support major space segment evolutions Interfacing with the ground stations maintenance teams and industry representatives to ensure optimized performance by the ground stations, including participating in the definition, specification and implementation of any changes Planning and coordination of upgrades, repairs and evolutions with the engineering teams and FLO division Organizing the validation of these upgrades, repairs and evolutions with the Controller Teams Definition and maintenance of ground station operations procedures and operations guides Maintaining operational ground stations databases Investigation into anomalies, their documentation, classification and correctionmitigation, participation in associated Anomaly Review Boards Provision of training, through production and presentation of written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations Department Mandatory Skills University degree in a relevant technical discipline or the equivalent ground stations experience At least 5 years experience in ground stations TTC operations in support of multiple Geostationary GEO andor Low Earth Orbit LEO spacecraft At least 5 years experience in a realtime 247 spacecraft operations environment, ideally in an earth observation environment Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills Able to work effectively in English EU national or valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass format Distinct advantage Major upgrades or evolutions of operational ground stations Defining and implementing the verification and validation of ground stations interfaces between ground stations and ground segments Firstline hardware and software failure diagnosis and correction Baseband operation and configuration

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Ground Segment Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer

2016-08-03 11:04:45| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

About us SCISYS Deutschland GmbH provides professional engineering and consultancy services supporting space programmes and missions. We have a strong presence at ESOC and EUMETSAT, as well as serving all ESA sites and spacecraft primes. Our team is composed of university graduates and experienced professionals, comprising some of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and talented engineers across Europe. Our services cover the whole life cycle of space programmes from early concepts to operations. Our Space Division provides a dynamic, supportive and friendly atmosphere in which you are encouraged to lead with initiative. We support new ideas from our colleagues and are focused on innovation. Moreover, we actively manage your professional development, training and career progression. For the location in Darmstadt Germany we are looking for a Sentinel3 Ground Segment Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer at EUMETSAT. Tasks The areas of responsibility of this position cover both the EUMETSAT operational building infrastructure aspects operational rooms, power, cooling, etc ... and the Storage Network Infrastructure SNI for Data protection aspects. The Storage Network Infrastructure provides a backbone of storage services to all EUMETSAT programs unified under a management framework. It satisfies storage service requirements in terms of size, performance, redundancy, availability, security, supports meteorological archive, data protection and disaster recovery. As a support to the GSI IME team, the Ground Segment Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer shall provide support to the Copernicus Sentinel3 operational support and maintenance of the Copernicus Sentinel3 infrastructure. The duties range from the installation, testing, maintenance and operational support of the missionspecific and MME infrastructure. This may include the settingup and implementation of maintenance policies and procedures, the support to the procurement of hardware and software, and the coordination with external service providers. In the performance of these tasks, the consultant shall apply the EUMETSAT configuration and change control procedures as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. The consultant is expected to support the writing and reviewing of the requirement specifications and change proposals, to support the preparation of procurements, to participate in technical inspections and reviews, to support the documentation of the ground segment infrastructure system design, to contribute to the writing of evaluation reports, review reports, test reports and overall status reports and to support the change Management procedures related to Copernicus Sentinel3 and MME infrastructure. The tasks of the Consultant will include Generate and maintain installation documentation, including layout diagrams, Infrastructure Interface Control Documents, cabling database, network diagrams using the Struxurware data center management and iPatch cabling management tools Contribute to the definition of the layouts in the operational rooms Perform the physical installation of infrastructure for the S3 equipment installation, such as cables, interface panels, network devices, consoles, racks and furniture. Support the evaluation of compatibility of Data protection solution proposed by the S3 programme with the existing SNI operational system Liaison with the external providers of SNI HW and SW maintenance for the request and follow up of maintenance interventions Maintain the S3 Requirements Specifications on Operational Infrastructure, covering the building infrastructure and SNI for Data protection aspects Participation in any necessary meetings and reviews Provision of support, as required, to critical operations during system commissioning operations. Perform any task as directed by the GSI IME Manager Essential requirements In addition ofhaving a university degree or equivalent working experience, the consultant shall have at least 5 years working experience in the field of building infrastructure and data protection Knowledge and handson experience with the following is mandatory Server rooms layout design, with optimal occupation of space for racks and efficient usage of resources power and cooling Interrooms and interbuildings data connection techniques Racks installation, cable laying and equipment installation and testing Electrical power distribution infrastructure Technical Drawing software packages i.e. MS Visio Operation of backup and recovery solutions Development and maintenance of complex operational ground systems, preferably in the area of 247 operational remote sensing satellites Experience of ground segments which are designed and developed taking advantage by the reuse of existing generic infrastructure and functional elements System and Interfaces Engineering I AIT experience for the development of major upgrades I new ground systems in a 247 operational environment. Working experience with Struxureware DCIM tool and iPatch cable management tool Desirable requirements Experience in the administration and troubleshooting on some of the following shall be considered as an advantage Networking Communications Satellite Monitoring and Control systems Data dissemination and archiving Near RealTime Data Processing, Other Information Start date is October 2016 Fluency in English is mandatory To apply please visit www.scisys.despacejobs

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Senior Satcom Ground Segment Engineer

2016-08-02 16:05:41| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

RHEA is currently recruiting a Senior Satcom Ground Segment Engineer to support the activities in the Ground Technology and Products Section in the Telecommunication Satellite Domain at our clients premises in Harwell, UK. Tasks and Activities You will be responsible for the management of activities devoted to the design and development of satellite communication systems and ground segment technology and products. The scope of work shall include Coordinate the initiation of activities related to technology and product design and development for the telecommunication ground segment. Evaluation, negotiation, monitoring and control of contracts and activities related to technology and product development for satellite telecommunication ground segments. Monitor market and technology trends and developments in the area of satellite communication ground segments Provide input for the Department Business Intelligence management system Support TIA Communication activities in line with the ESA TIA Communication Policy rules. Skills and Experience University degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering Minimum 7 years of industry experience in the design and development of satellite telecommunications user or ground segment products and technologies. Experience in satcom ground segment architectures for broadcasting, broadband, trunking, backhauling and mobile applications. Experience in the definition and implementation of ground solutions for satcom mobile systems Expertise in some or all of the following areas Terminal modem design FPGA and ASIC Communication protocols including quality of service aspects, upper layer techniques in IP and networking, air interface techniques, RF and Microwave including LNAs, SSPAs, TWTAs, filters, frequency converters, Ground antennas for both fixed and mobile SatCom systems 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 30082016. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of SECRET or above. 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 and NATO.

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