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Rubicons on a Mission to End Waste
2020-12-22 07:00:00| Waste Age
Rubicon believes that if a lot of waste is being produced something is not functioning right within an organization. The companys goal is to help their customers reduce waste and manage recycling while also finding ways to save money and meet sustai
Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist
2020-12-21 12:12:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vitrociset Belgium is an international company which specializes in the space industry for over 30 years. The European Space Agency is our biggest client and we provide highly qualified employees to many sites of ESA mainly in the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, France, and the UK. Your career is very important to us, therefore, we provide a permanent contract with great benefits, good salary, relocation package and genuine support to our employees. Currently, we are looking for a highly skilled Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist who will work for ESTEC, in the Netherlands. SPECIFIC TASKS Collection and documentation of user needs for terrestrial optical missions Definition, documentation and management of mission requirements for terrestrial optical Earth observation missions Support to organisation and running of Mission Advisory and ad hoc Expert Group activities Provide scientific support to the mission Study and Project teams during the preparatory, implementation and commissioning phases Assessment of mission performance in relation to observation requirements Support for the definition of ground segment requirements and Level 1 and Level 2 products Support to prototyping and development of scientific retrieval algorithms for geophysical parameters Support and monitor the development of missionspecific performance simulators Support for campaigns and calibrationvalidation planning and activities REQUIREMENTS PhD and a minimum of four years of scientific experience in terrestrial optical or hyperspectral Earth observation remote sensing Ability to work both autonomously and part of a team, with good organisation, planning, management and communication skills Knowledge of remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, data assimilation principles Familiarity with the Copernicus Space Component Programme and related Land Monitoring Service needs Proficient in the English language spoken and written Deadline 28012021 Please note that interviews canwill be held via skype, webex or other digital platforms. The TUD Take up duty will be agreed taking into account how the coronavirus situation develops.
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Sentinel SAR Mission Scientist
2020-12-21 12:12:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vitrociset Belgium is an international company which specializes in the space industry for over 30 years. The European Space Agency is our biggest client and we provide highly qualified employees to many sites of ESA mainly in the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, France, and the UK. Your career is very important to us, therefore, we provide a permanent contract with great benefits, good salary, relocation package and genuine support to our employees. Currently, we are looking for a highly skilled Sentinel SAR Mission Scientist who will work for ESTEC, in the Netherlands. SPECIFIC TASKS The duties of the contractor focus on Mission Science support to future Copernicus SAR Sentinel missions under definition or implementation by ESA. This includes support to mission requirements consolidation and maintenance, traceability to user needs, assessment and documentation of information products to be generated by the missions, their accuracy as a function of the satellite and Level1 characteristics and to verify these can be achieved based on the mission design choices. The Contractor is expected to support the Mission Advisory Group MAG meetings, research and formulation of mission requirements, defining and support to managing relevant studies with the applications and science community, and performing analyses and investigations into critical mission science issues linked to products and product implementation e.g. end to end performance analyses. The position holder is expected to perform the following main tasks Help to the management of the mission requirements for Copernicus SAR missions in support to the Mission Scientists Support the implementation and running of the Copernicus ROSEL and Sentinel1 Next Generation S1 NG MAG and Expert Group activities Define and help manage mission requirement consolidation studies for S1 NG, to interpret user requirements provided by the European Commission and the Copernicus user community, and establish methods to evaluate the endtoend performance of the mission with respect to product quality Define and help manage studies and campaigns required to address any critical issues during the S1 NG and ROSEL mission development Assess in detail the implications of continuity of service as a priority requirement for S1 NG, with respect to the current generation of Sentinel1 Document and develop the synergies between Cband and Lband Copernicus SAR missions operating as a system of systems Support the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. NISARNASA, SAOCOMCONAE, PalSAR2 and PalSAR4JAXA Develop and document a framework for error budgets for Level2 information products guaranteed by the SAR missions e.g. through the use and further elaboration of Endtoend performance frameworks Support the definition of Level2 information products guaranteed by the SAR missions Preparation of documents and technical notes as required in support of the Project. In performing these tasks, the contractor will report to the relevant Mission Scientists and maintaining close coordination with the relevant Project teams. For Endtoend performance aspects the Contractor will work closely with the Study TeamsProjects, but also with experts from the technical directorate. REQUIREMENTS PhD and a minimum of 6 years scientific experience Knowledge of remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, Strong fundamental background in SAR remote sensing including technical characteristics of SAR satellites Proficiency in the programming and use of software focused on managing satellite data, image analyses, transformation of Level1 data into geophysical information products and statistical and error analyses Familiarity with the Copernicus Programme including the programme goals, the role of the Space Component and the status and scope of Copernicus Services Demonstrated interest in the wider context of Copernicus and its role with respect to EC policies and priorities Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of satellite SAR data Experience in the development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs Able to work independently and in teams Good organisational, management and communication skills Proficient in the English language spoken and written Deadline 13012021 Please note that interviews canwill be held via skype, webex or other digital platforms. The TUD Take up duty will be agreed taking into account how the coronavirus situation develops.
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Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist
2020-12-21 10:12:19| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support to ESA in the domain of Earth Observation. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview The duties of the contractor relate to Mission Science support to the definition and implementation of future Copernicus 2.0 terrestrial optical Sentinel missions and other optical missions, including support to mission requirements consolidation and the development of geophysical algorithms and preparing products. Ideally, the Contractor also monitors the system performance budget up to and including the commissioning phase. In general terms, the position holder shall perform the following main tasks Help to the management of mission requirements for optical Earth observation missions. Support convening and running of relevant CHIME and Next Generation Sentinel Mission Advisory Group and Expert Group activities, including associated organisation and administration. Coordinate the definition and development of algorithms to be used in the conversion of calibrated Top of atmosphere RadianceReflectances Level 1 to geophysical parameters Level 2. Initiate, manage and monitor the development of the Level 2 prototype processor, including the definition of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the implementation of the prototypes of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the assessment of Sentinel mission performance on the basis of Level 2 products derived by prototype Level 2 processors. Support and monitor the development of mission specific performance simulators. Provide support for the running of the Hypersense campaign activities, including associated satellite acquisitions by PRISMA and DESIS. Support the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users. Contribute to the preparation, planning and execution of the instrument commissioning and routine operations activities including the Inorbit Verification Phase and Calibration and Validation activities. Monitor the Sentinel mission performance during commissioning phase. Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. SBGNASA, EnMAPDLR, PRISMAASI, Landsat NGUSGSNASA. Support the generation of project level internal and external reporting e.g., Quarterly Status Reports. Continue strong partnership with internal e.g. EOPTECdepartments and external entities e.g. NASA, ASI, DLR. In performing these tasks, the contractor will report to the relevant StudyProject Manager and, maintaining close coordination with the relevant Mission Scientist and other members of the StudyProject team. For the mission simulator activities, the Contractor will work closely with the Study TeamProject, but also with experts from the technical directorate. Specific qualification requirements PhD and a minimum of 6 years scientific experience Specialised in terrestrial Earth observation remote sensing and optical biogeophysical variable retrieval. Demonstrated experience in terrestrial science, with strong knowledge in radiative transfer and vegetation variable retrievals. Knowledge on remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, data assimilation principles. Strong fundamental background in optical remote sensing, and in particular in hyperspectral remote sensing. Familiarity with the Copernicus Space Component Programme. Familiarity with ECs directives and policies and services related to vegetation and soil monitoring and related operational Land monitoring services. Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of vegetation and soil observations and related atmospheric corrections. Strong Experience in the development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs and in setting up preoperational processing systems. Able to work independently and in teams. Demonstrated autonomy and good organisation, planning, management and communication skills. Proficient in the English Language Spoken and Written. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration in line withESA Job Class. Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Prior to 25 January 2021, please apply via ourJob Application form quoting EOP133 RTCEOPB00133 as reference. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting them by 29 January 2021, 13.00 hours.
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Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist
2020-12-18 19:12:57| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 738 On behalf of ESA, we are currently looking for a Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist to work in its Site ESTEC in the beautiful city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands. HisHers duties will relate to Mission Science support to the definition and implementation of future Copernicus 2.0 terrestrial optical Sentinel missions and other optical missions, including support to mission requirements consolidation and the development of geophysical algorithms and preparing products. The Sentinel Optical Mission Scientist will report to the relevant StudyProject Manager and maintain close coordination with the relevant Mission Scientist and other members of the StudyProject team. For the mission simulator activities, the key person will work closely with the Study TeamProject, but also with experts from the technical directorate. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Help to the management of mission requirements for optical Earth observation missions. Support convening and running of relevant CHIME and Next Generation Sentinel Mission Advisory Group and Expert Group activities, including associated organisation and administration. Coordinate the definition and development of algorithms to be used in the conversion of calibrated Top of atmosphere RadianceReflectances Level 1 to geophysical parameters Level 2. Initiate, manage and monitor the development of the Level 2 prototype processor, including the definition of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the implementation of the prototypes of the scientific retrieval algorithms, the assessment of Sentinel mission performance on the basis of Level 2 products derived by prototype Level 2 processors. Support and monitor the development of mission specific performance Simulators. Provide support for the running of the Hypersense campaign activities, including associated satellite acquisitions by PRISMA and DESIS. Support the definition of the ground segment requirements and interface requirements, regarding Level 1 Level 2 processor implementation and data distribution to the end users. Contribute to the preparation, planning and execution of the instrument commissioning and routine operations activities including the Inorbit Verification Phase and Calibration and Validation activities. Monitor the Sentinel mission performance during commissioning phase. Support the coordination of collaborative efforts with similar missions from other, national Space Agencies e.g. SBGNASA, EnMAPDLR, PRISMAASI, Landsat NGUSGSNASA. Support the generation of project level internal and external reporting e.g., Quarterly Status Reports. Continue strong partnership with internal e.g. EOPTECdepartments and external entities e.g. NASA, ASI, DLR. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory PhD, with at least of 6 years scientific experience. Specialisation in terrestrial Earth observation remote sensing and optical biogeophysical variable retrieval. Demonstrated experience in terrestrial science, with strong knowledge in radiative transfer and vegetation variable retrievals. Knowledge on remote sensing principles, retrieval techniques, error assessment, data assimilation principles. Strong fundamental background in optical remote sensing, and in particular in hyperspectral remote sensing. Familiarity with the Copernicus Space Component Programme. Familiarity with ECs directives and policies and services related to vegetation and soil monitoring and related operational Land monitoring services. Familiarity with Level 1 and Level 2 processing of vegetation and soil observations and related atmospheric corrections. Strong Experience in the development of Algorithm Theoretical Baseline Documents ATBDs and in setting up preoperational processing systems. Ability to work independently and in teams. Demonstrated autonomy and good organisation, planning, management and communication skills. Proficiency in the English language, both written and spoken. 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 26012021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal
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