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Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer Test and Validation Attitude for Science Missions

2021-07-05 16:13:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

For our customer, ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking an experienced Flight Dynamics Operations Engineers. The primary areas of responsibility for this position are the Test Validation in the AOCS domain TVA for Science Missions, including interplanetary missions and missions in Lagrangian orbits. The service to be provided is primarily related to EXOMARS RSP, Euclid launch preparation, LEOP support and operations, and BepiColombo operations. However, the engineer may also be requested to provide the services related to GAIA, Mars Express, ExoMars TGO, JUICE, Hera and Solar Orbiter. Responsibilities The general activities to be supported depending on the phase of the mission are listed in the following and shall be provided on the Flight Dynamics compute platform ORATOS Test and Validation Execution of operational tasks Validation of operational Flight Dynamics data products such as command parameter sets, reports, event predictions and acquisition data before delivery to Flight Control Team and other users Validation of operational Flight Dynamics subsytems processes and procedures Flight Dynamics Application Layer Maintenance and sustaining of software elements of the Flight Dynamics Application Layer Flight Dynamics System Development Specification of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements Implementation of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements Installation of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements on operational platforms design, coordination and implementation of tests Definition, planning and participation in tests Setup procedures Flight Dynamics SubSystem configuration General Flight Dynamics operations engineering activities During the oncall periods the staff on call may be provided by ESOC with a mobile phone depending on the operational needs. Dependent on the case the staff may need to come to ESOC on short notice typically within one hour to provide the required operations support. Details of the actual oncall service shall be agreed between ESA and the provider. This is a fulltime position to be located at ESOCs premises in Darmstadt with the planned start date ASAP but no later than 1st February 2022. Qualifications Competencies In addition to having a university degree in a relevant engineering field, astronomy, mathematics or physics, you should be able to cover many of the following topics Essential skills are Very good skills in linear algebra, in particular for problem solving related to geometry in the Euclidean 3dimensional space. Being familiar with different representations of rotation in 3D, thus including the representation of SC attitude cosine direction matrix, Euler symmetric parameters quaternions, Eulerangles, ... is an asset. Very good skills in calculus in one or several variables. Skills in numerical methods for equations solving, integration of differential equations, function approximation and interpolation, optimisation, linear algebra problems. Very good skills in classical mechanics, including kinematics and dynamics of point masses, dynamics of rigid bodies, dynamics expressed in noninertial reference frames, e.g. including dynamics in rotating frames, rotation dynamics expressed in body fixed frame, conservation laws in mechanics, gravitational forces and field, orbit dynamics, keplerian orbits and Kepler laws. Ability to solve mechanics problems via analytical mechanics methods e.g. lagrangian formulation is a valuable asset. Skills to apply above knowledge to develop solutions to technical problems in cooperation with customers and other experts. Very good C programming skills and experience, in particular in objectoriented design and coding skills using C as main programming language. Knowledge of UnixLinux, and scripting languages and is a valuable asset. Experience in Linux operating system. Will to take operational responsibility in multidiscipline teams. Fluency in English, both in speech and writing. Coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Ability to work independently. Desirable skills include Familiarity with the ESOC environment. Familiarityexperience with Flight Dynamics operations engineering tasks. Experience with network services and protocols, and system administration. Experience in scripting languages, python, mathematica. You will be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, able to work calmly and accurately under stress and able to work without supervision. What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mrs. Raluca Moise or Mr. Patrick Hanke by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email recruitment.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed please apply through the link below with a Cover Letter and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date August 27th, 2021 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe.

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Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer Launch Preparation, LEOP Support and Operations

2021-07-05 16:13:58| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

For our customer, ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking 4 experienced Flight Dynamics Operations Engineers. The primary areas of responsibility for these roles is in the area of Science Missions including interplanetary missions and missions in Lagrangian orbits. You may be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional service, missions and activities within the scope of general Flight Dynamics operations engineering services. Activities are primarily related to EXOMARS RSP, Juice and Euclid launch preparation, LEOP support and operations. You can expect to also provide support related to GAIA, Bepi Colombo, Mars Express, ExoMars TGO, Hera and Solar Orbiter. Responsibilities The 4 engineers will each have a distinct focus on one of the following Attitude Determination Command Generation Orbit Determination Trajectory Optimization During the oncall periods the staff on call may be provided by ESOC with a mobile phone depending on the operational needs. Dependent on the case the staff may need to come to ESOC on short notice typically within one hour to provide the required operations support. Details of the actual oncall service shall be agreed between ESA and the provider. This is a fulltime position to be located at ESOCs premises in Darmstadt with the planned start date on 1st January 2022. Qualifications Competencies In addition to having a university degree in a relevant engineering field, astronomy, mathematics or physics, you should be able to cover many of the following topics Essential skills are Very good skills in linear algebra, in particular for problem solving related to geometry in the Euclidean 3dimensional space. Being familiar with different representations of rotation in 3D, thus including the representation of SC attitude cosine direction matrix, Euler symmetric parameters quaternions, Eulerangles, ... is an asset. Very good skills in calculus in one or several variables. Skills in numerical methods for equations solving, integration of differential equations, function approximation and interpolation, optimisation, linear algebra problems. Very good skills in classical mechanics, including kinematics and dynamics of point masses, dynamics of rigid bodies, dynamics expressed in noninertial reference frames, e.g. including dynamics in rotating frames, rotation dynamics expressed in body fixed frame, conservation laws in mechanics, gravitational forces and field, orbit dynamics, Keplerian orbits and Kepler laws. Ability to solve mechanics problems via analytical mechanics methods e.g. Lagrangian formulation is a valuable asset. Skills to apply above knowledge to develop solutions to technical problems in cooperation with customers and other experts. Very good C programming skills and experience, in particular in objectoriented design and coding skills using C as main programming language. knowledge of Fortran 77952003 is a valuable asset. Experience in scripting languages, e.g. python, shell scripting languages. Experience in Linux operating system. Will to take operational responsibility in multidiscipline teams. Fluency in English, both in speech and writing. Coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Ability to work independently. Desirable skills include Familiarity with the ESOC environment Familiarityexperience with Flight Dynamics operations engineering tasks Experience dealing with external interfaces Experience with Linux, network services and protocols, and system administration You will be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, able to work calmly and accurately under stress and able to work without supervision. What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mrs. Raluca Moise by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email recruitment.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed please apply through the link below with a Cover Letter and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date August 27th , 2021 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe.

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Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer

2021-05-11 12:12:46| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Position Reference 895 We are currently looking for a Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer to work for our client based in Darmstadt, Germany. This position will allow you to have a broad variety of responsibilities, from the execution of FD operations and the support to FD systems evolution to the participation to Change or Anomaly Review Boards. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Flight Dynamics operations execution for the flying missions this covers the execution of FD operations, the analysis of the operational FD performances, the maintenance of the FD operations, the contribution to the evolution of the operational FD systems and the operational validation of new versions of the FD systems. Flight Dynamics operations preparation for the future missions this covers the contribution to the development of the satellite and the GS, the preparation and validation of the relevant FD operations, the execution of related mission analysis and the participation to the LEOP, SIOV and commissioning operations up to transition to routine. Conjunction Analysis operations and operation preparations this covers the execution of conjunction analysis operations, the maintenance of the needed SW, the monitoring of the data quality and the preparation for future missions. Precise Orbit Determination operations and operation preparation this covers the contribution to the operational POD operations and to the maintenance of related SW, the monitoring of the quality of the received input data, the maintenance of offline POD capabilities, the preparation for future missions and the participation to reprocessing activities. New programs development in the domain of Flight Dynamics Systems this covers the contribution to initial preparatory phases of a Program and also the typical phases of a software development requirement definition, design, implementation, integration and verification. Maintenance and evolution of the Flight Dynamics Systems this covers the execution of corrective and noncorrective maintenance of operational flight dynamics systems as well as reengineering activities. This includes the actual production of the technical artefacts, followup of anomalies, the execution endtoend tests or participation in the associated activities andor the review of the technical artefacts produced as part of maintenance and reengineering activities. Other tasks Participate in team meetings, formal reviews Change Review Boards CRB and Anomaly Review Boards ARB where required. Contribute and participate to dedicated technical workshops, if requested. Undertake training identified as necessary to perform better. Become familiar and remain proficient with the FD, CA and POD facilities usage, setup and configuration. Prepare and provide training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other parties including controllers, analysts and engineers. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. Proven working experience in the field of Flights Dynamics operations. Experience with the routine operations of operational systems for GEO Flight Dynamics. Indepth knowledge of orbit determination and control techniques for GEO satellites. Indepth knowledge of attitude determination and control techniques for spin stabilised GEO satellites. Indepth understanding of attitude commanding and monitoring techniques for threeaxis stabilised GEO satellites. Experience with the routine operations of operational systems for LEO Flight Dynamics. Indepth knowledge of orbit determination and control techniques for LEO satellites. Indepth understanding of attitude commanding and monitoring technique for LEO satellites. Relevant experience with Precise Orbit Determination operational systems and operations. Understanding of GNSS signal processing and SPP and PPP techniques. Experience with Conjunctions Analysis systems and operations. In depth understanding of Conjunctions Analysis principles and of Conjunction data messages processing. Experience with the development andor maintenance of operational systems for GEO Flight Dynamics andor for LEO Flight Dynamics. Experience in Flight Dynamics Systems development lifecycle, including requirements engineering, architectural design, implementation, verification and validation. Experience in Flight Dynamics Systems maintenance activities following formal software engineering processes. This includes user and system requirement analysis, software requirements engineering, software design, implementation, corrective and evolutive maintenance activities. Experience in IVV integration, verification and validation activities for Flight Dynamic Systems following formal engineering processes. 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 1506201. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.

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Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer Science Missions RSPJUICEEUCLID Attitude Monitoring

2021-03-09 18:12:59| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Position Reference 819 We are currently looking for a Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer Science Missions RSPJUICEEUCLID Attitude Monitoring to work at our clients premises in the city of Darmstadt, Germany. The primary areas of responsibility is GNC monitoring and control and orbit determination and control for Science Missions, covering tasks in the domains of orbit determination, trajectory optimisation, GNC command generation and GNC telemetry monitoring. The key person may be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional service, missions and activities within the scope of general Flight Dynamics operations engineering services. The key person will be primarily assigned to a particular service within the Science Missions but with the possibility of supporting other service andor missions. Service to be provided are primarily related to EXOMARS RSP, Juice and Euclid. Services may also be requested related to GAIA, Bepi Colombo, Mars Express, ExoMars TGO, Hera and Solar Orbiter. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Command Generation Execution of and support to operational tasks. Generation of task related command parameters. Generation of task related reports. Mission Planning Support Execution of and support to operational tasks. Generation of mission planning related products, such as schedules and planning input. Attitude and TM monitoring Retrieval of TM of the onboard GNC systems. Decoding and analysis of GNC TM. Sensor and actuator calibrations. Generation of auxiliary data for mission exploitation. Trajectory optimisation Trajectory definition. Analysis and implementation of trajectory targets and constraints. Trajectory optimisation and determination of optimum manoeuvre strategies. Orbit determination Preprocessing of measurements. Orbit determination. Generation of orbital products. Orbit geometry analysis. Flight Dynamics Application Layer Maintenance of elements of the Flight Dynamics Application Layer. Flight Dynamics System Development Specification of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements. Implementation of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements. Installation of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements on operational platforms design, coordination and implementation of tests. Participation in tests. Setup procedures. Flight Dynamics SubSystem configuration. Coordination of internal and external interfaces and actitivities across subsystems. General Flight Dynamics operations engineering activities. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory University degree in a relevant engineering field, astronomy, mathematics or physics. Very good skills in calculus in one or several variables.. Skills in numerical methods for equations solving, integration of differential equations, function approximation and interpolation, optimisation, linear algebra problems. Very good skills in classical mechanics, including kinematics and dynamics of point masses, dynamics of rigid bodies, dynamics expressed in noninertial frames, conservation laws in mechanics, gravitational forces and field, orbit dynamics, keplerian orbits and Kepler laws. Skills to apply above knowledge to develop solutions to technical problems in cooperation with customers and other experts. Ability to define, implement, validate and operate software which applies the above solutions, using C as main programming language knowledge of UnixLinux, scripting languages and Fortran 77952003 is a valuable asset. Will to take operational responsibility in multidiscipline teams. Coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Ability to work independently. Familiarity with the ESOC environment. Familiarityexperience with Flight Dynamics operations engineering tasks. Experience dealing with external interfaces. Experience with Linux, network services and protocols, and system administration. The ability to multitask efficiently working on multiple activities, multiple subsystems and if applicable multiple missions simultaneously. Fluency in English, both in speech and writing. The following skills would be highly desirable Being familiar with different representations of rotation in 3D, thus including the representation of SC attitude cosine direction matrix, Euler symmetric parameters quaternions, Eulerangles,.... Ability to solve mechanics problems via analytical mechanics methods e.g. lagrangian formulation. 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 18032021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.

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Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer Orbit Routine Operations for Earth Explorers

2021-02-22 18:14:10| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Position Reference 800 We are currently looking for a Flight Dynamics Operations Engineer to work at our clients premises in the city of Darmstadt, Germany. The key person will be primarily assigned to a particular service within the Earth Observation Missions but with the possibility of supporting other service andor missions. The service to be provided is primarily related to the routine operations of Earth Explorers Aeolus, Cryosat and Swarm. Services may also be requested related to Earth Explorers in preparation phase Biomass, FLEX and other Earth orbiting missions. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Orbit Determination, Prediction and Products Generation Execution of and support to operational tasks. Processing of tracking data. Determination and prediction of spacecraft orbital state. Generation of orbit related products such as orbit event predictions. Flight Dynamics Application Layer Maintenance of elements of the Flight Dynamics Application Layer Flight Dynamics System Development. Specification of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software lments. Implementation of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software lments. Installation of modifications, enhancements and additions to existing software elements on operational platforms design, coordination and implementation of tests. Participation in tests. Setup procedures. Flight Dynamics SubSystem configuration. Coordination of internal and external interfaces and actitivities across subsystems General Flight Dynamics operations engineering activities. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory University degree in a relevant engineering field, astronomy, mathematics or physics. Skills to apply their knowledge to develop solutions to technical mathematical and dynamical problems in cooperation with customers and other experts. Ability to define, implement, validate and operate software which applies the above solutions using e.g. Linux scripting languages, Fortran 90 and C. Will to take operational responsibility in multidiscipline teams. Coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Ability to work independently. Familiarity with the ESOC environment. Familiarityexperience with Flight Dynamics operations engineering tasks. Experience dealing with external interfaces. Experience with Linux, network services and protocols, and system administration. The ability to multitask efficiently working on multiple activities, multiple subsystems and if applicable multiple missions simultaneously. Fluency in English, both in speech and writing. 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 08032021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.

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