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Senior Ground Systems Antenna Engineer

2014-10-14 15:07:09| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Senior Ground Systems Antenna Engineer Ref TEC0042 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES TechCom Category Ground Terrestrial Engineering Position Staff Context SES TechCom Services is levering on the technical expertise accumulated within the SES Group by operating satellites for more than 25 years and provides technical services to the Satellite Industry on a worldwide basis. In this position you will support the growth of Techcom services and contribute to and lead projects related to the development, implementation, improvement of ground based services and systems. You will as well be responsible to attract new projects for SES and SES TechCom. In cooperation with SES internal and external partners, you will develop technical and business solutions. Key activities include customer requirements collection, engineering of communications systems, preparation of and or contributions to request for proposals, studies, reports, specifications, contractual documentation and operational guidelines, leading of multidisciplinary and multicultural project teams. The mission consists in the successful realization of projects, product and services that support SES TechCom to become a leading supplier of technical productsservices, systems and applications in the field of satelliterelated engineering and operations to satellite manufacturers, satellite operators and associated partners. Responsibilities Attract contracts by managing or supporting customer requests for proposal RFP, comprised of activities such proposal team set up and management, technical and financial proposal preparation, and contract negotiation Deliver products, services, systems to customers within budget, specification and on time Either support or be responsible to Design, specify and implement Satellite Control Systems RF TTC systems including the tracking antennas Baseband and control room systems Satellite ranging systems. Design, specify and implement fixed, transportable or mobile uplink or receiveonly stations Design subsystems and implement earth station equipment including antennas, HPAs, switch matrix, updownconverters, modulators and interfacility equipment Design, specify and manage the integration of measurement, communications and monitoring control systems including MC Systems Perform transmission analysis, in particular link budget calculations, and studies in support of business development, customer services Conceptual design of innovative satellite networks andor network elements and development of associated specifications Preparation of commercial documentation such as system requirements specifications, technical system specifications, and contractual documents in coordination with other internal and external parties Collect customer requirements, perform system design, setup budgets, handle procurements, manage installations and the operational handover of ground segment and communications systems Followup of delivered systems during lifetime operations Execute other telecommunications related projects Manage and build up successful technical customer and partner relationships Awareness and evaluation of relevant technological developments, market trends, competitive factors, customer requirements, standardisation licensing and regulatory aspects Promote SES and SES TechCom products and services in the Satellite Industry and Satellite Communication Markets Support the preparation of SES TechCom Operational Expenses budgets Travel as required to meet customers, partners and vendors and attend exhibitions, conferences, working group meetings Provide multiple engineering and operations services to SES companies and partners. Experience Qualifications Have a university degree in RF, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent Have min. 5 years of applicable professional experiences in engineering and implementing of telecommunications systems Fluency in English plus at least one other European language Computer literacy AutoCAD, Matlab, MS Office, MS Project Have excellent and proven projectbudget and time management experience Be able to integrate into andor lead crossfunctional andor virtual project teams Have good communication capabilities, analytical sense, innovative spirit, business mind, selfstarting qualities, coordination and priority setting abilities Proactive approach towards potential andor current customers Conflict management skills in a multicultural and interdisciplinary setup Excellent internal and external communication skills as well as teamspirit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Deliver products, services, systems to SES internal as well as to external customers within budget, specification and on time Provide effective communication workflow of information Successful customer and partner relationships Readiness to travel internationally Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to Senior Manager, Ground Solutions Apply for this Job online

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Tesco Director Lays Ground For Chairman Move

2014-10-14 01:14:54| Food - Topix.net

A director of Tesco has begun drawing up a list of possible successors to the beleaguered chairman of the UK's biggest retailer as it battles to contain the fallout from a A 250m accounting crisis. Sky News has learnt that Patrick Cescau, who serves as Tesco's senior independent director, has told leading investors in the last week that the company is preparing for a range of scenarios, including the exit of Sir Richard Broadbent.

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Spacecraft and Ground Segment Analyst

2014-10-13 12:06:13| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Thorn SDS is a seeking experienced Spacecraft and Ground Segment Analysts to support in the prospective development of an operational capability in Darmstadt Germany. We are planning to establish a core team of 56 individuals that have to be available for client interview late December 2014. The service commences in 2016 for a 5year commitment. The Analysis Team will be responsible for the organisation, training and operational proficiency of the Controller Team amongst other tasks. Typical tasks and responsibilities will include The coordination of the scheduled daytoday activities in the control centre and all manned facilities of the MSG and MTG systems, according to established rules and procedures, in particular acting as the link between the Controller Team and the Operations and Maintenance Engineers To perform the weekly scheduling function, gathering all operations ad a maintenance input on conducting initial conflict resolution. Maintenance of the spacecraft and ground segment database. To support mission planning and scheduling coordination. Operation of the configuration control system and procedures for operational data. Maintenance of the DCP management database to ensure the smooth running of the DCP service and the followup of user enquiries. Mission performance data analysis and reporting day to day tracking of mission performance for anomaly investigation and reporting purposes Maintenance of a set of configuration controlled reference operational documentation and ensure changes are applied operationally. Analysis as required of system problems by collection and evaluation of appropriate data sets using the reporting and analysis tools available. The successful candidates will be required to analyse the system operations, prepare procedures, and be involved in the validation and testing of updates to both the control system and the operational procedures. They will also take part, as required, in operational system validation activities and simulations, and arrange for the participation of the controllers. All applicants must have a good background within a scientific or technical discipline at a relatively senior level. Good IT skills is essential along with experience with realtime systems, the application of procedures, and operational environments. A good working knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written, is a must. French andor German would be considered to be advantageous. Candidates should note that we are in the bid phase for this capability and any employment offers would be dependent on our success.

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Spacecraft and Ground Segment Controller

2014-10-13 12:06:13| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Thorn SDS is a seeking experienced Spacecraft and Ground Segment Controllers to support in the prospective development of an operational capability in Darmstadt Germany. We are planning to establish a core team of 68 individuals that have to be available for client interview late December 2014. The service commences in 2016 for a 5year commitment. The Controller Team will primarily be responsible for operating the MSG and the MTG systems. Typical tasks and responsibilities will include To monitor and control all operational progress on a 247 basis, in accordance with the scheduled operations plan in accordance with the established procedures. To perform first line reporting and analysis ground and space segment anomalies in accordance with established procedures. To coordinate the daytoday scheduled and contingency operations in the control centre and support the process of mission planning schedule consolidation and generation. To assist in the production of printouts, graphs and plots for offline evaluation and analysis. To maintain and control the UMARF via a remote terminal in accordance with established procedures during the hours the UMARF is not maintained with routine OPS staff. To coordinate with all external entities and partners connected to the Operational Systems for planned and contingency operations. To perform regular activations of the Backup Control Centres. To coordinate with the responsible personnel for any scheduling required. All applicants must have a good background in a scientific or technical role at a fairly senior level. Good IT skills are essential and experience of realtime systems, the application of procedures and operational environments is essential. A strong working knowledge of the English language, both spoken and written, is essential. French andor German would be considered to be advantageous. Candidates should note that we are in the bid phase for this capability and any employment offers would be dependent on our success.

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Green Party gov. canidate Howie Hawkins gains ground with Dems upset with Cuomo

2014-10-12 06:29:55| Trucking - Topix.net

Green Party gubernatorial candidate Howie Hawkins has taken a leave of absence from his job unloading UPS trucks to run as the Green Party candidate trying to unseat incumbent Gov. Cuomo. ALBANY - The only thing standing between Gov. Cuomo and his hopes for a resounding victory on Election Day might be a 61-year-old United Parcel Service worker from Syracuse.

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