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Cost Engineer
2016-07-19 08:05:26| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Cost Engineer in the Cost Engineering Section, Systems and Cost Engineering Division, Systems, Software and InOrbit Demonstration Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk Netherlands. DUTIES The postholder will report to the Head of the Cost Engineering Section. Specific tasks and responsibilities will include preparing cost estimates in support of projects and other procurement actions for all areas of ESA activity with due consideration being given to technical, programmatic, planning and procurement aspects comparative analysis of industrial contractors estimates, prices and costsatcompletion participating in tender evaluation boards and associated costrelated panels participating in project reviews supporting industrial negotiations cost engineering tasks in the context of assessment studies in the Concurrent Design Facility contributing to the dissemination of the results of activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency. To carry out these tasks, the postholder will use and also contribute to the development and maintenance of analysis tools, databases and methodologies including ECOS, the ESA Costing Software the Cost Engineering Sections costtechnical databases designtocost and risk analysis techniques the lifecycle cost approach parametric cost estimating models mainly based on ESAs series of costschedule models. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline applicable to space. Preference will be given to those with an engineering background and who can demonstrate a systems approach taking account of technical and programmatic aspects, including planning and risk assessment. A minimum of five years experience of cost estimating, preferably for space activities, is required. Experience of developing and using relevant software applications would be an asset. Candidates should also have experience of working with project andor study teams and technical specialists and leading specific costengineering actions such as designtocost. Applicants should have good interpersonal and communication skills. They should be able to work effectively, autonomously and cooperatively in a diverse and international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives, as well as project deadlines. Applicants should also have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to problemsolving and an interest in innovative technologies. 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. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 30 August 2016. Applications from external candidates should preferably be made online from the ESA website www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CVs to Human Resources, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH, The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. 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. 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.
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Cost Engineer
2016-06-29 12:04:50| 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 Cost Engineer to support our customer in the Netherlands. Cost Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities As part of the business area Engineering Support to System, Software and InOrbit Demonstration at ESTEC, you will have the following responsibilities Projects data collection, analysis, normalisation and entry into the existing Cost Engineering database Cost models development. This includes cost, schedule and risk aspects Cost Estimates including schedule and cost risk estimates Provision of Cost Estimate reports according to the ESA standards Accountability records consisting in comparing in a structured manner the external estimates and prices versus the internal estimates Benchmarking and calibrating internal and external cost models. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience Master Degree in Engineering, preferably in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline Several years of cost engineering experience, preferably in the aerospace domain Proven experience in gathering and processing reference data cost, programmatic, technical building cost models out of them Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Noordwijk. We welcome applicants who are available from September 2016 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 Micheline Blisle at jobshespace.com, quoting job NO3118 before 17Jul16.
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Cost Engineer
2016-06-27 15:07:15| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Ajilon Technology Aerospace is looking for an Cost Engineer E3 for an opportunity at the European Space Agency in the Netherlands Ajilon Technology Aerospace is a specialized Engineering consultancy with more than 30 years experience providing aerospace Engineers to our key partners in The Netherlands. Ajilon is a longstanding business partner of the European Space Agency ESA, with more than 100 employees recruited from across Europe currently supporting ESAs activities. General tasks to be performed The work covers the provision of standard cost engineering services. This includes Cost Estimating Projects data collection, analysis, normalisation and entry into the existing Cost Engineering database. Cost models development. This includes cost, schedule and risk aspects. Cost Estimates including schedule and cost risk estimates. Provision of Cost Estimate reports according to the ESA standards. Accountability records consisting in comparing in a structured manner the external estimates and prices versus the internal estimates. Benchmarking and calibrating internal and external cost models. For the execution of the above tasks the contractor will be requested to Use related ESA Corporate or Cost Engineering specific software tools, documentations systems, and databases. Interface with the relevant actors within the Directorate, with ESA Programme Directorates and with ESA Corporate Services. To successfully perform the above mentioned tasks, the following background experience is required For the execution of the tasks covered by this Work Package the Contractor shall have adequate skills and experience in the following areas A degree in engineering, preferably related to space. Several years of cost engineering experience, preferably in the aerospace domain. Proven experience in gathering and processing reference data cost, programmatic, technical building cost models out of them Elaborate cost estimates using cost models Elaborate structured and convincing cost reports. Ability to interface effectively with relevant actors at all hierarchical levels. Ability to readily assimilate and coordinate input data and provide timely output. Reliability, rigor and sense of initiative in the execution of the assigned tasks. Ability to understand and adapt to the ESA specific context and environment. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, as well as synthetic and conceptual capabilities Autonomy, initiative and capability to set priorities and handle high workload. Familiarity in the use of standard office automation support software packages such as Word, Excel and of commercial database system e.g. Access, electronic mail and Web based applications. About ESAESTEC The European Space Agency ESA has sites in several European countries. The European Space Research and Technology Centre ESTEC is the largest site and the technical heart of ESA. This nursery of European space activities is located in Noordwijk, Netherlands. At ESTEC, about 2500 engineers, technicians and scientists work handson with mission design, spacecraft and space technology. Almost all ESA projects except launchers are managed from ESTEC. In Noordwijk, people work on science missions, manned space missions, Earth observation, telecommunications and navigation satellites. ESTEC provides extensive testing facilities to verify the proper operation of spacecraft, such as the Large Space Simulator LSS, acoustic and electromagnetic testing bays, multiaxis vibration tables and the ESA Propulsion Laboratory EPL. Please send your CV to technologyaerospaceajilon.nl before 15072016
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Cost Engineer
2016-06-24 15:10:29| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Cost Engineer ESTEC, Ref no 16 11156 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defence, nondefence and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Job description For our customer, ESAESTEC, we are seeking an experienced Cost Engineer to work at ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Responsibilities You will be assigned to Cost Engineering Section TECSYC within the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. The work covers the provision of standard cost estimating services including Project data collection, analysis, normalization, and entry into the existing Cost Engineering databases. Cost models development. This includes cost, schedule and risk aspects. Performing cost estimates including schedule and cost risk estimates. Provision of cost estimate reports according to the ESA standards. Support accountability analyses consisting of comparing in a structured manner the external estimates and prices versus the internal estimates. Benchmarking and calibrating internal and external cost models. For the execution of the above tasks the contractor will be requested to Use related ESA Corporate or Cost Engineering specific software tools, documentation, systems, and databases. Interface with the relevant actors within the Directorate, with ESA Programme Directorates and with ESA Corporate Services. This is a full time located at ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands. The requested start of work is midAugust 2016. Qualifications Competencies The successful candidate shall have a university degree Masters in preferably in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline, as well as At least 4 years of relevant working experience including several years of cost engineering experience, preferably in the aerospace domain. Proven experience in gathering and processing reference data cost, programmatic, technical and building cost models out of them A demonstrated capability to provide cost estimates using cost models and produce structured and convincing cost reports. Ability to interface effectively with relevant actors at all hierarchical levels. Ability to readily assimilate and coordinate input data and provide timely output. Reliability, rigor and sense of initiative in the execution of the assigned tasks. Ability to understand and adapt to the ESA specific context and environment. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as capability to synthetize and conceptualize ideas. Be able to operate autonomously, show initiative, and have capability to set priorities and handle high workload. 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 Applicants should apply through the link below. For further information, please contact Mr. Simon Mills by telephone 31 6 2326 2398 or by email smiterma.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through our website httpwww.terma.comcareersjobs with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date July 18th 2016 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. A Certificate of Conduct will be applied for at commencement of employment.
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Cost Engineer
2016-06-23 16:05:01| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Specific Tasks Several years of cost engineering experience, preferably in the aerospace domain. Proven experience in gathering and processing reference data cost, programmatic, technical building cost models out of them Elaborate cost estimates using cost models Elaborate structured and convincing cost reports. Ability to interface effectively with relevant actors at all hierarchical levels. Ability to readily assimilate and coordinate input data and provide timely output. Reliability, rigor and sense of initiative in the execution of the assigned tasks. Ability to understand and adapt to the ESA specific context and environment. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, as well as synthetic and conceptual capabilities Autonomy, initiative and capability to set priorities and handle high workload Specific Competence Requirements Master Degree in Engineering, preferably in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline At least 4 years of previous relevant working experience in the field
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