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Ground Stations Operations Engineer
2015-07-18 00:04:01| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
We are looking to further enhance our team by Ground Stations Operations Engineer You will be based initially for 2 years at our clients headquarters in Darmstadt, Germany. Extension of a further 2 years may be possible. In this large European Agency you will find an excellent and modern working environment with challenging tasks and responsibilities. Your Tasks Include The Key Person will be part of the RSO division but shall initially provide support to the PRD department for the development of the MTG Programme focusing on the ground stations and MC systems and ensuring they are brought to a suitable level for the transition of the programme into routine operations. The role comprises a range of tasks across a number of different departments so the Key Person will need a broad knowledge of operational ground segments and how the ground stations and their MC systems fit into the general scheme. The Key Person shall also support the routine operations of the existing MTP, MSG and EPS ground stations, as well as their future evolutions. The Key Persons main duties will include the support to Ground segment procurements for the future programmes including analyzing concepts, requirements and designs Analyzing and writing requirements for all aspects of future ground segments Definition, procurement and testing of ground station, satellite and associated ground segment MC functions for the MTG programme and future evolutions of existing programmes Review documentation and attend formal reviews as part of the procurement process Supporting and witnessing IVV testing for future programmes, and evolutions of existing ground stations Definition and maintenance of operations procedures, including ground segment procedures and operations guides Liaison with the spacecraft operations team to ensure the continuity and optimization 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 ground station anomalies, 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. The tasks assigned to the Key Person will be agreed through dedicated workpackages with clear identification of activities and outputs expected. In the performance of these tasks, the Key Person shall apply our Clients configuration and change control procedures as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. Your Profile In addition to having a university degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline, the Key Person shall have the following mandatory attributes At least three years experience in the procurement phase of ground stations for satellite monitoring and control and mission data reception, ideally in the Earth Observation domain At least three years experience in the definition, development, integration, acceptance testing, operations preparation and operations of ground segment monitoring and control systems including ground stations At least three years experience in defining and implementing the verification and validation of ground segment systems At least five years experience in a realtime spacecraft operations environment Experience in the operational usage of ground stations monitoring and control software, its configuration and validation Experience with interfaces between ground station MC systems and a remote MC centre Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces including the Space Link Extension protocol and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Experience of the following would be a distinct advantage MC systems such SCOS, EPOCH, LabView or equivalent HCIMMI design, usage and standards Database applications Spacecraft tracking techniques Firstline hardware and software failure diagnosis and correction Baseband operation, configuration interfacing with MC software Familiarity with the scheduling of Ground Station operations for Spacecraft support Experience in the operations preparation and routine operations of Geostationary GEO and Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems Acquisition of instrument science data from LEO and GEO spacecraft Experience of development and upgrades within a 247 operations environment Experience of using configuration management systems Knowledge of both Windows Linux operating systems While the official languages are English and French, the working language for the position is English and therefore the Key Person must be able to work effectively in this language. Role Competency 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 Organization 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, 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 minimize 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. REFERENCE 15210818 LOCATION Darmstadt, Germany CONTACT recruitmoltek.net MOLTEK has been serving the space and aerospace industries since 1995, providing international consultancy services for a wide variety of clients from private and public corporations to national and international authorities and agencies.
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer
2015-07-16 17:04:34| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Human Spaceflight and Operations The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Spacecraft Operations Engineer in the Gaia Spacecraft Operations Unit, Astronomy and Fundamental Physics Missions Division, Mission Operations Department, Directorate of Human Spaceflight and Operations. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESOC, Darmstadt Germany. DUTIES The postholder will initially be assigned to the Gaia Flight Control Team as operations engineer and will report to the Gaia Spacecraft Operations Manager SOM. Tasks will include the following assisting the SOM in the preparation and execution of Gaia operations, including nominal and extended routine and endof mission phases performing the Acting SOM role when delegated assisting the SOM in the evolution and validation of the Operations Ground Segment OGS, including internal and external interfaces defining, preparing and executing ground segment validation tests, including acceptance, system validation and ground segment system tests for any ground segment upgrades planning and execution of routine, special and contingency recovery operations, including mission planning, reporting, anomaly investigation and resolution analysing and reporting on spacecraft and ground segment longterm performance interfacing with Mission Management and Science Ground Segment for mission and ground segment related activities interfacing with industry and ESA specialists regarding technical matters, including changes to spacecraft design and operations documentation interfacing with other ESOC Divisions regarding spacecraft operations matters providing support to other missions delegated to the Division, including Lisa Pathfinder, Euclid and future astronomy and fundamental physics missions as required providing support to corporate ESA and ESOC activities as required. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or physics, together with good professional experience in spacecraft andor operational applications. Experience with both spacecraft platform and subsystem operations is required. Experience of a LaunchLEOP in an operational capacity would be an asset. Candidates should be systemminded, be able to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team, be selfmotivateddisciplined and resultsoriented. Flexibility and adaptability is required in order to deal with a multisubjectmultiproject operational environment. In addition, applicants are required to demonstrate strong communication and relationship management skills in order to be able to manage interfaces with multiple counterparts. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 27 August 2015. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESOC, RobertBoschStr. 5, D64293 Darmstadt, Germany. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented member states. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.
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Dissemination Operations Engineer 1513054
2015-07-15 10:04:41| 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. Dissemination Operations Engineer 1513054 Job Description We are looking for a Dissemination Operations Engineer to support our client EUMETSAT. You will work in the Dissemination Team of the Realtime Services System Operations Division of the Operations Department supporting routine operations of all EUMETSAT dissemination and encryption services, the introduction of new products, and the operations preparation phases of new dissemination services, such as for GMESCopernicus Sentinel3 and MTG. You shall provide support to the routine monitoring, development and operation of the current and future EUMETSAT dissemination systems. The duties range from the support to the operation of the various dissemination components, to the analysis, testing, and implementation of new data streams and monitoring and reporting functions. It also includes the settingup and implementation of operational procedures, and the coordination with external organisations and service providers. In particular your tasks will include Support to routine operations of the dissemination and encryption functions within the EUMETSAT Ground Segments, including performance monitoring and in the case of anomalies, the identification and application of firstline corrective actions. This task requires the provision of standby and callout support out of normal working hours Support to the operations of data encryption functions in the ground and space segment of EUMETSAT programs Control, population and operation of dissemination related databases and configuration files for both inhouse and remote systems Support to the preparation, validation and maintenance of ground segment operational procedures Support to dissemination services related training of the Control Centre Team Support in the analysis and resolution of user enquiries related to dissemination services Support to the HW and SW configuration of EUMETCast Reception Stations Support to the rollout and validation of new releases of EUMETCast Reception Station SW packages Investigation into system anomalies that impact on the data dissemination services Generation of Engineering Change Proposals to improve the operational effectiveness of the encryption and dissemination functions Support to design, implementation and verification testing of corrections and improvements Support to the validation, verification and rollout of new releases of dissemination and encryption software Coordination of the operational validation of releases and changes affecting the dissemination system Definition and implementation of dissemination service monitoring and reporting tools, and generation of related reports Support to the generation and maintenance of a products database for dissemination administration Participation in meetings and reviews. Required Skills and Experience In addition to having a University degree in a relevant discipline, you shall have minimum 5 years experience in operations or software maintenance of realtime data dissemination systems, and be familiar with DVBS satellite communications and ground segment operations. You will be able to demonstrate significant work experience on operating system level in major Linux distributions and Windows 2000, XP, Windows7. For the accomplishment of the listed tasks, knowledge and experience of the following is mandatory Computer literacy, including Configuration, installation and scripting for Linux and Windows Evaluationanalysis of systemapplication events and logs Tool based presentation of logs and results Excel etc. Monitoring of near real time data flows in large computer networks Satellite based and terrestrial data distribution systems Provision of near realtime data services in a highavailability environment 247 First and second level support in data services Interaction with endusers Coordination of system changes and interfaces with external organisations Encryption technologies, USB smart cards, TripleDES Formalised hardwaresoftwaresystem testing Configuration control. Desirable Skills and Experience DVB based receiveonly earth stations for satellite communications IP multicast data distribution systems, such as Tellicast provided by Newtec Dissemination of meteorological andor environmental products Formalised software testing XML language and tools Subversion, CVS, eclipse Encryption technologies, USB smart cards Interaction with users DVBS2 technology. Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 29 July 2015 Start of Work 01.01.2016 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. Job Application Please send your applications electronically to careersolenix.ch before the application deadline 29 July 2015 Learn more about us in Facebook
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Product Processing Operations Engineer
2015-07-13 17:04:12| 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 Product Processing Operations Engineer to support our customer in Germany. Product Processing Operations Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the Data Processing Operations team at EUMETSAT, you will have the following responsibilities Support the operations of the MSG, MTP and EPS data processing systems including Monitoring and reporting on the performance of the data processing systems and the quality and availability of the products Investigating anomalies relating to the performance of the data processing systems and the quality and availability of the products Development and validation of procedures for operating the product generation facilities Providing standby callout support Support to the further development of the MSG and EPS data processing systems, including the specification and validation of system updates Support to the preparation for the future MSG and EPS spacecraft Support for the operations preparation for future programmes, e.g. MTG and EPS SG Participation in technical meetings and formal reviews Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline Operational use and quality control of geophysical data Verification and validation of operational data processing systems UNIXLinux operating systems Monitoring and reporting of near realtime geophysical data production Configuration control of software and data Imaging and sounding instrumentation for remote sensing Programming in C, C, Fortran and scripting in Perl, Python, shell Oracle and SQL 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 October 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 Elisa Manfreda at jobshespace.com, quoting job DEDSC2685before 17Aug15. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!
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Product Processing Operations Engineer
2015-07-13 15:05:01| 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 Product Processing Operations Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The tasks of the key person will include Support to routine operations involving the MSG, MTP and EPS data processing systems this includes Monitoring and reporting on the performance of the MSG, MTP and EPS data processing systems and the quality and availability of the MSG and MTP Level 1 and Level 2 products and EPS Level 0 to Level 2 products Investigating anomalies relating to the performance of the MSG, MTP and EPS data processing systems and the quality and availability of the MSG and MTP Level 1 and Level 2 and EPS Level 0 to Level 2 products Development and validation of procedures for operating the product generation facilities Preparing and reviewing technical documentation relating to data processing operations Providing standby callout support Support to the further development of the MSG and EPS data processing systems, including the specification and validation of system updates Support to the preparation of operational monitoring for future MSG and EPS spacecrafts Support for the operations preparation for future programmes, e.g. Meteosat Third Generation MTG and EUMETSAT Polar System 2nd Generation EPS 2G Participation in technical meetings Participation in formal reviews. Requirements Essentials In addition to having a university degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, the key person shall have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the operational use and quality control of geophysical data. Specifically, the key person shall have the following mandatory skills Experience in the verification and validation of operational data processing systems Experience with UNIXLinux operating systems Experience with the monitoring and reporting of near realtime geophysical data production Experience with configuration control of software and data. The key person shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, shall be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and must be able to work with the minimum of supervision. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the key person must be able to work effectively in this language and have knowledge of the other. Good communication skills are essential for the fulfilment of the tasks requiring interaction. Desirables It would be a distinct advantage for the key person to have experience with the following Imaging and sounding instrumentation for remote sensing spacecraft Programming Languages e.g. C, C and Fortran Scripting Languages e.g. Perl, Python, shell Experience with Oracle databases and SQL Spacecraft andor ground segment operations Operational use and quality control of satellite data. 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 Product Processing Operations Engineer Reference G015166EUM Application closing date 19.08.2015 Start date December 2015 If you are not yet registered with Serco we advise you to register your details by adding your details and attaching your CV via httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope For additional information about EUMETSAT, please consult httpwww.eumetsat.int
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