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Programme Support Officer
2015-08-10 18:05:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
This is a permanent position, calling for at least 5 years experience of supporting the management of large, complex programmes. You will be placed on assignment based near Frankfurt in Germany for several years. Candidates should ideally be available to start in November 2015. Our client is responsible for establishing and operating weather forecasting and Earth observation satellite programmes with associated data telemetry and dissemination operations. Vast quantities of data are produced and user communities throughout the world are able to access both current and historical data sets. The demanding realtime environment places much emphasis on adherence to quality and configuration management standards and procedures. The main working language is English and the role will embrace Preparation of annual and quarterly implementation reports including service performance and technical progress, open issues, action status, risk status etc Preparation of annual Work Programmes detailing the set of tasks to be implemented and the associated schedule Preparation of Programme Management Meetings including the preparation of agendas, viewgraphs addressing progress and main issues, recording of the Minutes of Meetings and of associated actions Preparation of elements of progress reports Preparation of Programme Briefings from a management standpoint as well as the organization of dedicated key points Supporting the establishment and maintenance of service level indicators to track and report progress of activities and associated service level performance Maintenance of a Critical Item List Supporting the periodic maintenance of a Programme Management Plan, Management Plan for data services and all associated documents including work practises etc and the Work Breakdown Structure, Product tree and Documentation tree Followingup the progress of internal actions The key experience and attributes sought are At least 5 years project management experience, in service management and service level monitoring and reporting, preferably in Space projects Project Management Prince 2 or equivalent and Project Control including Project planning, initiation, and organisation Software tools for project management Accurate estimating and cost control Project execution and control Developing project presentations and reports Managing risk and making decisions Effective problem management Performance and service management Managing change. Excellent analytical and reporting skills Knowledge and experience of QA processes and procedures Expert in using Microsoft Office software Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project Candidates should possess a University degree or equivalent. Fluency in English is essential and knowledge of French advantageous. Pactum was established in 1988 and provides space system services and recruitment consultancy to clients throughout the UK and across continental Europe.
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Copernicus Programme Management Support
2015-08-06 11:10:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
HE Space is a successful international space company. For over 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 Copernicus Programme Management Support for our customer in Germany. Copernicus Programme Management Support Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the Copernicus Programme and Service Management Office team, you will have the following responsibilities Support the preparation of annual and quarterly implementation reports Support the preparation of annual Work Programmes detailing the set of tasks to be implemented and associated schedule Support the preparation of Programme Management Meetings Support the preparation of progress reports as well as the preparation of synthetic progress reports Support the Programme Briefings from a management standpoint as well as the organization of dedicated key points Support the establishment and maintenance of service level indicators to track and report progress of Copernicus activities and associated performances Maintain a Critical Item List associated with all entrusted activities Support the periodic maintenance of the Copernicus Management Plan ECMP, the Management Plan for Copernicus data services delivered and all associated documents including work practices and the Work Breakdown Structure, Product tree Documentation tree Followup the progress and status of actions points resulting from various meetings. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline Several years experience in programme management, ideally in the space sector Experience in project planning and controlling Excellent analytical and reporting skills Knowledge and experience of QA processes and procedures Expert in using Microsoft Office software Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Darmstadt. We welcome applicants who are available from November 2015 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 Micheline Blisle at jobshespace.com, quoting job DEDSC2722 before 24Aug15. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Please note Due to work permit requirements for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany. Apply for this job
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Copernicus Programme Management Support Officer
2015-08-05 16:10:14| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. 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. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a Copernicus Programme Management Support Officer. Tasks and Responsibilities The successful candidate shall report to the Copernicus Programme and Service Manager and liaise with the Copernicus Programme and Service Management Office CPO team. Overall shehe shall support the Copernicus Programme management in the preparation of implementation reports to be delivered to the EC and to EUMETSAT Delegate Bodies, in the preparation of Programme bilateral meetings between the EC EUMETSAT and associated documentation presentations, agendas, minutes of meeting, in the monitoring and reporting of Programme indicators including technical service level performance indicators and in the maintenance of management and high level plans. The tasks of the key person shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of annual and quarterly implementation reports to be delivered to the EC including service performance and technical progress, open issues, action status, risk status Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of annual Work Programmes detailing the set of tasks to be implemented and associated schedule Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of Programme Management Meetings between the EU and EUMETSAT including the preparation of agendas, viewgraphs addressing progress and main issues, recording of the Minutes of Meetings and of the associated actions Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of elements of progress reports to EUMETSAT Delegate Bodies as well as the preparation of synthetic progress reports for internal and external purposes Support the Programme Manager in the preparation of the Programme Briefings from a management standpoint as well as the organization of dedicated key points In close liaison with the CPO and operations teams, support the establishment and maintenance of service level indicators to track and report progress of Copernicus entrusted activities and associated service level performances Maintain with the Copernicus Programme Manager and his team a Critical Item List associated with all entrusted activities In close liaison with the Copernicus Quality Assurance Engineer, support the periodic maintenance of the EUMETSAT Copernicus Management Plan ECMP the Management Plan for Copernicus data services delivered by EUMETSAT on behalf of the European Commission SMP and all associated documents including work practises etc and the Work Breakdown Structure, Product tree Documentation tree. In close liaison with the Copernicus Programme Manager and his team, followup the progress and status of the internal actions decided at various occasions such like the Programme Management Meetings, the Ramp Up Steering Committee meetings, the Management Board meetings, or coming from internal CPO Team meetings. Requirements The key person shall have, as a prerequisite, a demonstrated experience in project management of at least 5 years, in service management and service level monitoring and reporting, preferably in space projects. The successful candidate shall have a University degree. The following skills are mandatory Project Management Prince 2 or equivalent and Project Control including o Project planning, initiation, and organization, o Software tools for project management, o Accurate estimating and cost control, o Project execution and control, o Developing powerful project presentations and reports, o Managing risk and making decisions, o Effective problem management, o Performance service management, o Managing change. Excellent analytical and reporting skills Knowledge and experience of QA processes and procedures Expert in using Microsoft Office software Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project Excellent oral and written communication in English. The key person is required to have the experience and capability to fulfil the assigned tasks with the minimum of supervision. Furthermore, heshe should preferably have experience of working on a collaborative programme between different partners. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the candidates must be able to work effectively in this language, knowledge of French being an advantage. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important 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. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp Position Copernicus Programme Management Support Officer Reference G015188EUM Application closing date 11.09.2015 Start date Nov. 2015
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Copernicus Programme Management Support 1513063
2015-08-04 17:07:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Solenix is specialized in the provision of highquality software engineering, technical consulting and operations services in the aerospace domain. This vacancy note concerns an onsite consulting position at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany. Copernicus Programme Management Support 1513063 Job Description We are looking for an experienced professional to support our client EUMETSAT in the area of Copernicus Programme Management Support. You shall report to the Copernicus Programme and Service Manager and liaise with the Copernicus Programme and Service Management Office CPO team. You shall support the Copernicus Programme management in the preparation of implementation reports to be delivered to the EC and to EUMETSAT Delegate Bodies, in the preparation of Programme bilateral meetings between the EC EUMETSAT and associated documentation presentations, agendas, minutes of meeting, in the monitoring and reporting of Programme indicators including technical service level performance indicators and in the maintenance of management and high level plans. Your tasks shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following 1 Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of annual and quarterly implementation reports to be delivered to the EC including service performance and technical progress, open issues, action status, risk status 2 Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of annual Work Programmes detailing the set of tasks to be implemented and associated schedule 3 Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of Programme Management Meetings between the EU and EUMETSAT including the preparation of agendas, viewgraphs addressing progress and main issues, recording of the Minutes of Meetings and of the associated actions 4 Support the Copernicus Programme Manager in the preparation of elements of progress reports to EUMETSAT Delegate Bodies as well as the preparation of synthetic progress reports for internal and external purposes 5 Support the Programme Manager in the preparation of the Programme Briefings from a management standpoint as well as the organization of dedicated key points 6 In close liaison with the CPO and operations teams, support the establishment and maintenance of service level indicators to track and report progress of Copernicus entrusted activities and associated service level performances 7 Maintain with the Copernicus Programme Manager and his team a Critical Item List associated with all entrusted activities 8 In close liaison with the Copernicus Quality Assurance Engineer, support the periodic maintenance of the EUMETSAT Copernicus Management Plan ECMP, the Management Plan for Copernicus data services delivered by EUMETSAT on behalf of the European Commission SMP and all associated documents including work practises etc and the Work Breakdown Structure, Product tree Documentation tree 9 In close liaison with the Copernicus Programme Manager and his team, followup the progress and status of the internal actions decided at various occasions such like the Programme Management Meetings, the Ramp Up Steering Committee meetings, the Management Board meetings, or coming from internal CPO Team meetings. Required Skills and Experience You shall be able to demonstrate experience in project management of at least 5 years, in service management and service level monitoring and reporting, preferably in space projects. You shall have a University degree. Additionally the following skills are mandatory Project Management Prince 2 or equivalent and Project Control including Project planning, initiation, and organization, Software tools for project management, Accurate estimating and cost control, Project execution and control, Developing powerful project presentations and reports, Managing risk and making decisions, Effective problem management, Performance service management, Managing change. Excellent analytical and reporting skills Knowledge and experience of QA processes and procedures Expert in using Microsoft Office software Word, Excel, Powerpoint and MS Project Excellent oral and written communication in English. You shall have the soft skills to cope with different situations, conflicts, uncertainty, and doubt. This means Being flexible, Being persistent and firm when necessary, Being creative, Absorbing large volumes of data from multiple sources, Being patient but able to differentiate between patience and action, Being able to handle large amounts of continuous, often unrelenting stress. Furthermore, you should preferably have experience of working on a collaborative programme between different partners. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 09 September 2015 Start of Work 01.11.2015 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page Notes to Applicants on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in Germany. Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process. 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Northrop awards USMC G/ATOR programme support contract to Saab
2015-02-16 01:00:00| Naval Technology
Saab Defense and Security has received a contract from Northrop Grumman to deliver components and subsystems for the US Marine Corps' (USMC) AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar (G/ATOR) system.
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