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Launch System Engineer

2017-09-11 15:11:01| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Space Transportation. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Launch System Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESA Headquarters, Paris, France Description Launch System Engineer in the Ariane 6 Launch System Architect, Launchers Development Department, Directorate of Space Transportation Duties The post is under the hierarchical responsibility of the Ariane 6 Launch System Architect Manager and integrated in the Ariane Project Team APT located at ESA HQD premises in Paris, the postholder will be responsible for the daytoday management of tasks related to Ariane 6 launch system development activities including Launch System Definition Control by generation of Launch System Interface Identification Documents and Interface Control Data starting from Launcher System and Launch Base external interface definition data Mastering the definition and the implementation of an interface control data maturation plan and securing its timely implementation through interaction with Launcher System and Launch Base Prime Contractors Followingup technical assistance teams located at Daumesnil Paris FR and Les Mureaux Paris area FR premises and supporting ESA in the Launch System Definition Control task Proposing effective solutions for the management of interface control data in the flow of Launch System verification activities in synergy with the product lifecycle management tools adopted by the Launch Service Provider and the Launcher System Prime Contractor Defining and maintaining performance indicators concerning the implementation of the interface control data maturation plan and the preparation of Operational Qualification Reviews of Ariane 6 Interfacing the Launch System Verification and the Launch System Integration and Test teams to secure they have interface control data on quality and on time Producing expected values for the launch system tests results by running analyses and simulation campaigns as necessary and supported by technical assistance teams Supporting the definition and implementation of a Configuration Control procedure making best use of the adopted interface control data management systems Setting up and implementing the procedure for the Ariane 6 Launch System Operational Qualification Review 1 and 2. Responsibilities of the incumbent include the following duties Supporting Ariane 6 Launch System Change Board process Monitoring the schedule, risks and costeffective implementation of the relevant procurements as well as the maintenance of uptodate related technical budgets Supporting the launch system risk management for the topics of hisher concern Coordinating the specialised technical assistance from the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management DTEC, CNESDirection des Lanceurs and industry partners in the appropriate areas of competence Approving technical notes prepared by the technical assistants Coordinating with the Ariane 6 Launcher Project STSDA and Ariane 6 Launch Base Project STSDB organisations of the Space Transportation Development Department. Technical competencies Multidisciplinary knowledge of area of responsibility Knowledge of industrial costs and schedule aspects Knowledge of other technical domains with interfaces to own area of responsibility Space system development and PA standards Complex project risk management processes Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes Behavioural competencies Communication Planning Organisation Problem Solving Responsible DecisionMaking Results Orientation Teamwork Education Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in the field of launcher engineering, with a minimum 10 years background in the field of space transportation. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 2 October 2017. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia. Priority will first be 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. Apply HERE

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Vega Operational Launch System Project Manager and VegaC Launch System Architect

2017-08-03 16:12:19| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Vacancy in the Directorate of Space Transportation. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Vega Operational Launch System Project Manager and VegaC Launch System Architect This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESRIN, Frascati, Italy Description Vega Operational Launch System Project Manager and VegaC Launch System Architect in the Vega Operational Launch System Project, Vega Exploitation Programme, Launchers Exploitation Department, Directorate of Space Transportation. Duties Under the authority of the Vega Exploitation Programme Manager the duties of the Vega Operational Launch System Project Manager and VegaC Launch System Architect include Managing selected LEAP Vega activities, in particular those relevant to launch system anomaly treatment, obsolescence, detailed flight analysis, samplingtesting Launch system qualification, including delta qualification activities e.g. resolution of qualification reservations, treatment of robustness issues, compliance with safety requirements and the management of the evolution of the Vega Launch System qualification certificate Assessing Arianespace requests for changes in the design of the Vega Launch System and representing the Agency in any boards deciding on changes to the Vega Launch System which call into question its qualification Managing the specifications, including interface requirements, of the Vega Launch System, from definition to verification of new requirements deriving from changes of the qualified configuration Supporting the preparation of VegaC exploitation, including in establishing VegaC exploitation cost files related to its transition and stabilized phases Managing the definition, design, validation of the VegaC operational concept Managing the definition, design and validation of the VegaC Launch Base Ground Proximity Means, Ground Support Means, Launch Range and relevant timely implementation in line with the VegaC schedule Contributing to VegaC Launch System definition, design, verification and validation, in particular through the definition, design, verification and validation, and synthesis of the VegaC Launch VehicletoLaunch Base and Launch BasetoPayload Requirements and Interfaces the preparation and conduction of the VegaC combined tests and maiden flight qualification campaign Ensuring the coordination and the consistency of the VegaC launch system adaptations with Vega launch system exploitation needs The systematic exhaustive reporting of the status and criticalities of the activities in the domain of responsibility, for weekly management meetings with line management reporting meetings with upper management reports to ESA decisionmaking bodies. Technical competencies Multidisciplinary knowledge of area of responsibility Knowledge of cost and schedule aspects related to area of responsibility Knowledge of other technical domains with interfaces to own area of responsibility Space system development and PA standards Complex project risk management processes ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes Leadership competencies Acting as a role model Promoting diversity Driving performance Developing motivating people Fostering cooperation effective teamworking Strategic vision business context Leading change Behavioural competencies Results orientation Problem solving Planning organisation Responsible decisionmaking Communication Teamwork Education Applicants should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or physics, with a minimum of ten years systemlevel experience in space transportation. Additional requirements Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 7 September 2017. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia. Priority will first be 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. Apply HERE

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