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GCS Launches "Geospatial Big Data" Webinar Series
2013-05-22 21:35:55| Location-Based Services (LBS) Zone
First Webinar Scheduled for June 12, 2013
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GCS Launches "Geospatial Big Data" Webinar Series
2013-05-21 21:35:09| Location-Based Services (LBS) Zone
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Project Manager Galileo GCS Networks
2013-03-19 21:37:20| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Number 1 in Europe and no. 3 worldwide, Astrium employs 15,000 men and women in five countries France, Germany, the UK, Spain and the Netherlands. 15,000 professionals chosen from among the very best, all passionate about space and driven by the great adventure of our time bringing the infinite potential of space down to Earth for the benefit of mankind. Guaranteeing Europes access to space as the established leader in space transportation, satellite systems and services, Astrium has for over 40 years been dedicated to bring you all the space you need now and in the future. It is a mission which resonates with many of the most prestigious names in space Ariane, the International Space Station, Envisat, Mars Express, Skynet 5 It is a mission with a consistent commitment, to offer our customers the best possible solutions in the market, with unbeatable levels of, quality, costefficiency and schedule adherence. Astrium brings space to you. Astrium is a wholly owned subsidiary of EADS, a global leader in aerospace, defence and related services. An experienced Project Manager is required for the Ground Systems Engineering Group within the Earth Observation, Navigation and Science directorate with Astrium. The role is based in Portsmouth but will involve European travel. The role involves leading the design and implementation of a set of major evolutions to the Galileo Ground Control Segment GCS network. This is an exciting opportunity to work on the flight operations infrastructure for a high profile satellite constellation The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers who are designing and implementing significant architectural changes to the current network The role will involve varied tasks including Overall responsibility for the network implementation and deployment schedule Work package management Supporting commercial negotiations with suppliers Reporting to the engineering manager Team leading Supporting and chairing review boards Ensuring formal company processes are applied to networking activities Presentation of progress reports to the customer The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience Educated to Degree Level or equivalent. Ideally possess a recognised Project Management Certification Prince 2 PMP APM etc. Previous experience of successful managing Projects throughout the full project lifecycle. Experience of managing projects that involve elements of design, implementation and deployment into a customer site. The ability to construct, negotiate and manage a schedule involving deployment onto a customer site in a mission critical environment is essential. The ability to plan and drive through a complex set of interrelated activities and to accommodate a rapidly evolving requirements baseline. The project places strong emphasis on formal process including detailed documentation and the successful candidate will need to demonstrate experience of this type of environment. The ability to assimilate the big picture and liaise technically at all levels is central to this role as is an understanding of the lifecycle of space mission projects and the ability to interface with customers, industrial team partners and subcontractors Very strong interpersonal and organisational skills The role also requires strong customer facing skills. Some background in networking would be useful but not mandatory. TO APPLY click here
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Galileo GCS Design Authority
2013-02-07 12:38:20| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Astrium brings space to you. Number 1 in Europe and number 3 worldwide, Astrium employs over 15,000 men and women mainly based in five European countries France, Germany, the UK, Spain and the Netherlands. Our technical excellence and extensive prime contractorship experience extend across all sectors of the space business launch vehicles, manned space activities, satellite systems and related services. A Galileo GCS Design Authority is being recruited by Astrium in Portsmouth. A senior technical design authority is sought for the Galileo Ground Control Segment GCS. This is a key role on a high profile project to design, procure, deploy and verify the ground control segment for the Galileo constellation of satellites. The successful candiate will lead a design team and be fully responsible for the technical baseline. The system has recently entered operations for the first two satellites but ongoing evolutions are anticipated requiring a deep understanding of the technical issues. Key duties include Requirements analysis and flow down Architectural design using formal methods Interface definition Anomaly investigation and design of resolutions Support to technical meetings with customers and suppliers represent the technical team in front of Authorities ESA in order to gain their approval. Minimum 10 years of previous experience of the design of large, complex mission critical systems is essential. A background in satellite flight operations systems is desirable but not essential. Experience of ESA flight operations infrastructure would be advantageous i.e. SCOS2000, SIMSAT etc or equivalent products e.g. EPOCH, L3 InControlNG, Open Centre etc. Ability to manage a team, to provide technical leadership and to deal with customers Experience in similar role in IT complex systems with significant software will be also welcomed. Availability to travel to about 50 TO APPLY click here
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