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System and Ground Stations Operations Preparations Engineering Support
2016-09-27 18:03:57| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
One of our clients in Germany is looking for a System and Ground Stations Operations Preparations Engineering Support. The key candidate, amongst some other tasks, will support the RSO division but shall initially provide support to the development and operations preparation of the MTG Programme focussing on system and ground station aspects, ensuring they are brought to a suitable level for the transition of the programme into routine operations. Tasks The Key Persons main duties will include the support to System and Ground segment operations preparation activities. Ground segment procurements for the future programmes including acceptance and validation phase. Review documentation and attend formal reviews as part of the procurement process. Supporting and witnessing IVV testing for future programmes. Definition and maintenance of operations procedures, including system and ground segment procedures and operations guides. Liaison with the spacecraft operations team to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities. Day to day operations of current and future ground stations including daytoday planning, monitoring and first line anomaly investigations. Processing and coordination of system and ground segment anomalies in particular but not limited to ground stations, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in Anomaly Review Boards. Analysis of ground station obsolescence, and upgrade paths within a 247 operations environment. Participation in technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning meetings. Provision of training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations and Engineering Teams. Qualifications A university degree in a relevant technical discipline or the equivalent work experience. Experience Key Person shall have the following mandatory attributes At least three years experience in a realtime spacecraft operations environment. At least three years experience in the routine operations of satellites preferably in an earth observation environment. Experience of the preparation and use of operational procedures, databases, displays and documentation. Experience of the following would be a distinct advantage Experience in the operations preparation and routine operations of Geostationary GEO and or Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems. Experience in the procurement phase of ground segments for satellite monitoring and control and mission data reception, ideally in the Earth Observation domain. Experience of document management and configuration control processes. Experience of development and upgrades within a 247 operations environment. Experience in defining user interfaces for operations HMI, reports etc. Knowledge and Skills The Key Person shall possess the following skills Autonomy and Resourcefulness Work proactively in an individual or team environment, with the minimum of supervision Perform effectively under high workloads and be able to adapt to a rapidlychanging timecritical environment. Conducting activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, working calmly and correctly under stress. Teamwork Integrity Share expertise and experience with other team members provide crosstraining and support. Work in, and where necessary lead, small teams. Value and respect other opinions, treat others fairly, encouraging participation. Accept criticism positively and be willing to adapt and change working methods. Planning and Organisation Prepare critical activities in advance and in detail, to be shared for review and approval prior to the actual execution of the work. Coordinate and communicate activities with key stakeholders management, operators, quality assurance and configuration management. Problem Solving Innovation Take ownership of problems through to effective resolution. Develop initiatives to resolve underlying issues that go beyond the immediate problem. Take steps to minimise risks in both the near and longterm. Communication Possess excellent verbal and written communications skills and be confident to deal with a wide variety of people and to influence at all levels. Have excellent presentation and training skills with the ability to deliver a message such that it generates learning and understanding.
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EPSSG System Engineering Support
2016-09-26 14:12:36| 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 EPSSG System Engineering Support. TASKS Ensuring that, operational aspects from operations concept etc are adequately reflected in the system technical specifications and design. Provide input and support to the customisation of the Packet Utilisation Standard PUS specific to EPSSG and documentation of the results. Provide input and support to the customisation of other satellite related ECSS standards Provide input to the Space to ground ICD and ensure that the system design and operations matches with the satellite data storage and retrieval concepts. Follow up of actions arising from the Space segment that have system impacts. Provide support to general system engineering activities analysis and trade off activities preparation and maintenance of system technical specification. documentation of system design and justification ad hoc internal reviews system level formal reviews. ground segment level activities as required Support IVV activities Mandatory University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in the field of engineering of space andor ground systems, in the area of LowEarth Orbiting satellites LEO, including the development of monitoring and control systems for polar satellites. Experience of Satellite Monitoring and Control using ECSS PUS standards services. Capability to prepare system requirements and design documents, and to perform systemlevel analyses for complex polar satellite systems. Fluency in English EU national or valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass format The following experience would be additional assets Familiarity with the CORE design tool from Vitech. Experience with DOORs Knowledge of French
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EPSSG System Engineering Support
2016-09-24 10:04:46| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
With 1.800 employees worldwide, the CS Group is a leading IT company in France and in Germany, and a prime contractor in designing, integrating and operating mission critical systems. It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles having relevant experience in Space systems. The activities for this key person will include overall system aspects involving the space segment satellites and the ground segment, consisting of the data acquisition systems, monitoring and control systems, data processing facilities and product dissemination facilities. The focus for the key person will be on Satellite and operational related aspects within the system. The activity requires one key person for the duration of the key person contract. The tasks and responsibilities of the key person to be undertaken will typically include the following Ensuring that operational aspects from operations concept etc are adequately reflected in the system technical specifications and design. Provide input and support to the customisation of the Packet Utilisation Standard PUS specific to EPSSG and documentation of the results. Provide input and support to the customisation of other satellite related ECSS standards Provide input to the Space to ground ICD and ensure that the system design and operations matches with the satellite data storage and retrieval concepts. Follow up of actions arising from the Space segment that have system impacts. Provide support to general system engineering activities Analysis and trade off activities Preparation and maintenance of system technical specification. documentation of system design and justification ad hoc internal reviews system level formal reviews. ground segment level activities as required Support IVV activities PROFILE The key person shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent. At least 5 years of experience in the field of engineering of space andor ground systems, in the area of LowEarth Orbiting satellites LEO, including the development of monitoring and control systems for polar satellites. Experience of Satellite Monitoring and Control using ECSS PUS standards services. Capability to prepare system requirements and design documents, and to perform systemlevel analyses for complex polar satellite systems. The following experience would be additional assets Familiarity with the CORE design tool from Vitech. Experience with DOORs. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the Engineer must be able to work effectively in this language and have knowledge of the other. How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to pierre.lenahediccssytems.de and copy to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Due to new work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Closing date 4th November 2016 Starting Date 1st January 2017 Interviews week 4546 2016
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Ground Segment System Engineering Team Leader for Operational Systems
2016-09-22 13:05:43| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
An exciting vacancy has just been released at Europes Meteorological Satellite Agency EUMETSAT for an experienced System Engineer to join the division, managing a team of 46 engineers. This is a challenging and rewarding position based in a dynamic environment surrounded by industry experts. The successful candidate shall get the opportunity to grow and develop the role whilst supporting the evolution of new technology. They shall have the ability to directly drive change whilst expanding the team and supporting new missions. This is a team leader role offering responsibility and variation, therefore candidates require good interpersonal skills and the ability to delegate and set objectives. Along with a University degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, candidates require skillsexperience in each of the following areas Solid experience in the engineering and maintenance of operational ground segments systems, preferably for remote sensing spacecrafts, along with direct experience in IVV for operational ground systems operated in a 247 environment Proven experience in leading, coordinating and developing system engineering teams during the operational phase of ground segments i.e. covering ground segment maintenance and evolutions and interfacing with stakeholders and industrial partners Proficiency and experience in the definition and implementation of engineering processes for sustaining, maintaining and evolving operational ground systems Knowledge of standards relevant for system engineering and formal methods for system specification e.g. ECSS as well as experience in the use of related productstools Strong interpersonal, leadership and communications skills, and preferably experience operating within a matrix environment. All applicants must have a good working knowledge of English, both spoken and written. Some knowledge of French would be considered advantageous. To apply or find out more information please visit httpsonlineapplication.eumetsat.int job ref VN 1642
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Mission Planning System Software Engineering Consultancy Support
2016-08-24 16:04:10| 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 Mission Planning System Software Engineering Consultancy Support TASKS Maintenance and Evolution Activities Reengineering activities analysis of the porting of some subsystems to stateoftheart technologies, tradeoff studies of various technologies, software design of the technical solutions, following the procurement of the changes with external contractors and verification testing of the changes. Evolutions and changes generation andor analysis of userdriven and maintenancedriven software requirements, software design of the technical solutions, following the procurement of the changes with external contractors and verification testing of the changes. Preventive and corrective maintenance including the investigation and correction or following the corrections implemented by external contractors of anomalies in the software facilities and verification testing of the fixes. Maintenance test procedures generation and updates of maintenance test procedures at software facility level and at system level. Support and development of the verification infrastructure development andor procurement of scripts tools to perform installation checks, nonregression, functional and performance testing. Analysis and implementation of mechanisms or tools allowing the automatic or semiautomatic verification testing of the application software. Coordination of the production of new software releases or patches, delivery acceptance and installation onsite. This activity includes the technical coordination of the production by an external contractor of new releases or patches of the application software, liaison with the EUMETSAT operational users, participation in technical reviews, participation in factory at contractor premises acceptance testing campaigns and coordination of the installation of the releases or patches onsite at EUMETSAT. Execution and coordination of software verification and nonregression testing campaigns. This activity includes preparation of test data, running the test procedures on the target system, generation of test reports, analysis of results and troubleshooting of problems. Software support software support to the endusers of the application software. Ensure operations continuity by provision of oncall services and software support to operations. Documentation generation and updates of technical documents. Technical point of contact for maintenance contractors acting as point of contact with the contractor for technical discussions, review of technical documentation from the contractor, organizing periodical technical meetings with the contractor. Support to new Missions PhaseB activities Requirements engineering System Architectural design Support to new Missions PhaseCD activities Mission Planning System implementation IVV and Acceptance Technical coordination of the parallel activities involving the EUMETSAT Mission Planning Systems for LEO missions MANDATORY University degree in a relevant engineering discipline Able to work effectively in English 1. Domain Skills Experience minimum 5 years in the definition of software requirements, architectural design, implementation and maintenance of Mission Planning Systems in the context of Low Earth Orbit LEO space missions. 2. Software Development, Verification Maintenance Skills Experience minimum 5 years in the full cycle of development and maintenance of application software, preferably for Mission Planning Systems, following formal software engineering processes. This includes user and system requirement analysis, software requirement engineering, software design, implementation, corrective and evolutive maintenance activities. Experience minimum 3 years in IVV integration, verification and validation activities, preferably for Mission Planning Systems, following formal engineering processes. This includes requirement verification, system and subsystem integration, generation of test plan and test procedures, nonregression testing, generation of test data, generation of test tools, running the test procedures on the target system, generation of test reports and anomaly tracking. 3. Software Engineering Skills Experience minimum 3 years in designing and developing software applications using C and Java programming languages for UNIXLinux operating systems. Experience minimum 3 years in designing and developing software applications using interfaces to relational database management systems RDBMS and experience with data model design for RDBMS. Experience minimum 3 years in designing and developing software applications using JBoss Drools as business rule management system. EU national or valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass format ADVANTAGE 4. Domain Skills Experience in integration of Mission Planning Systems with Mission Control Systems based on MICONYS software suite from ESAESOC. Experience in integration of Mission Planning Systems with Flight Dynamics Systems. Experience in support to flight control operations teams for Mission Planning Systems. 5. System Maintenance Skills Experience in being the technical point of contact for contractors working at offsite premises and responsible for application software evolution and maintenance. 6. Software Technology Skills Experience in the usage of software CASE design tools e.g. Enterprise Architect andor MagicDraw. Experience in using Unified Modelling Language UML for software design. Experience in developing software applications interfacing with Oracle RDBMS. Experience with Oracle RDBMS administration. Experience with ILOG Views visualization library. XML processing schema design, validation, parser libraries, transformation XSLT and XPath. Experience in designing, developing and maintaining software client applications using Eclipse as HMI framework Rich Client Platform. Experience in designing and developing component based software applications using formal techniques e.g. OSGi. Experience using tools for the automation of software testing.
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