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Microwave Instrument Systems Engineer
2021-07-09 15:13:49| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
EUMETSAT is Europes meteorological satellite agency monitoring the weather and climate from space 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. EUMETSAT is an international organisation employing staff from across all 30 member states and this role is being advertised on multiple international job boards, but please note that this role would be based in Darmstadt, Germany and would require international applicants to relocate if successful. As a Microwave Instrument Systems Engineer, this is your chance to contribute to a world leading earth observation programme, set to generate global weather forecasting and climate monitoring benefits for many years to come. This role is rooted in the mission of EUMETSAT and will provide the opportunity to work with leading IT, Space and Earth Observation organisations and domain experts to make a positive impact on society! BACKGROUND The EUMETSAT Polar System Second Generation EPSSG will secure the continuation of meteorological observations from the midmorning polar orbit over a period of 21 years, starting in 202425, based on three successive pairs of MetopSG AB satellites. EPSSG will bring observations to a new standard, through the suite of innovative European instruments flown on the MetopSG spacecraft. These include the Scatterometer SCA and the Radio Occultation RO instruments. Reporting to the EPSSG Instrument Systems Manager, the Microwave Instrument Engineer will followup the ESAled development of the RO and SCA instruments, acquire, maintain and share inhouse knowledge on instrument design, performances and operations aspects. As a member of the EUMETSAT Instrument Functional Chain Team and together with instrument scientists, system, ground segment and operations preparation engineers, the post holder will also be involved in the development, operations preparation and commissioning of the endtoend RO and SCA instrument chains covering all functions from instrument commanding to delivery of products to users. DUTIES Act as the EUMETSAT technical interface to the ESAled SCA and RO instrument project teams to ensure daily coordination of information related to design, test results, expected performances and operations of these instruments Follow the assembly, integration and testing of the SCA and RO instruments and relevant aspects of the MetopSG satellite tests carried out under ESA responsibility Analyse and assess results of SCA and RO testing and qualification including any nonconformances and identify issues having potential implications for the design, development, performances, operations and commissioning of endtoend instrument chains Follow up the development of SCA and RO Level 1 processing algorithms associated ground prototype processors and instrument data simulators, and assess their consistency with the instrument development and their suitability to support the development of operational Level 1 processing chains Act as technical interface to the ground segment team for all technical issues concerning the SCA onground transponders Support the operations preparation and commissioning of the SCA and RO endtoend instrument chains in cooperation with ESA, focusing on instrument operability and performance validation Maintain and share relevant information and knowledge within EUMETSAT on the SCA and RO Instruments Support to other instrument development activities as required EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS Excellent salary, in excess of Euro 7,500 NET after income tax deductions based on skills and experience Flexible working time including additional flexileave Full medical coverage for employee and family Attractive pension 30 days of annual leave 14.5 days public holidays Training and development support Relocation allowance and support if applicable SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Proven engineering experience in the full development cycle of a spaceborne radar or microwave instrument, preferably a Scatterometer or a GNSS receiver Knowledge of Level 0 and Level 1 microwave instrument data processing Knowledge of level 1 algorithms would be an advantage Experience in coordinating technical work with multiple andor multidisciplinary entities, preferably in an international environment Proactive attitude and ability to work autonomously with a minimum of supervision Excellent teamworking, communication, and presentation skills. QUALIFICATIONS University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline eg Physics or Engineering Applicants must submit their CVs in English. More about us EUMETSATs role is to establish and operate meteorological satellites to monitor the weather and climate from space 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This information is supplied to the National Meteorological Services of the organisations Member and Cooperating States in Europe, as well as other users worldwide. EUMETSAT also operates several Copernicus missions on behalf of the European Union and provide data services to the Copernicus marine and atmospheric services and their users. As an intergovernmental European Organisation, EUMETSAT can recruit nationals only from the 30 Member States Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. Application URL httpseumetsat.jobbase.iojobgpixabt8
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Instrument Data Processing Engineer
2021-07-07 13:13:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Deadline to apply 21st July 2021 With 2.100 employees worldwide, the CS Group is a leading IT company in France and in Germany, and a prime contractor in designing, integrating and operating mission critical systems. It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS Group solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities are growing at a fast pace and to face our customers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles with relevant experience in Space systems and applications. The key person will support our customer during routine operations of Copernicus Sentinel Spacecraft including the operations buildup and the operations, engineering and scientific activities to be undertaken as part of the routine operations of the satellite system for the Copernicus Sentinel Mission. PROFILE Mandatory skills In addition to having an University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, the Key Person shall have the following mandatory skills At least 3 years experience ofthe operation of realtime, complex, satellite instrument data processing systems Demonstrated experience of Instrument data and product processing Level0 to 2 of meteorological andor earth observation products Demonstrated experience in near real time, data driven, automated systems with large computer networks Significant experience of validating complex remote sensing data processing systems Demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems. Additional skills considering as an added value Imaging sounding surface topography instrumentation for remote sensing spacecraft Development and maintenance of operational procedures configuration data Programming languages e.g. C, C and IDL Scripting languages and databases e.g. Perl, Python, shell, Oracle Spacecraft andor ground segment operations Knowledge andor experience of geophysical remote sensing data processing, calibration and validation. TASKS The key persons Instrument Data Processing Engineers shall perform tasks related to instrument data processing in support of the Copernicus Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS, during current routine operations, as well as for the operations build up and the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system. The tasks cover the operation of the different data processing components, which include Data ingestion, processing and product distribution Data and Product analysis Operational performance monitoring and reporting, including the development, documentation and maintenance of the relevant tools for e.g. production statistics generation and reporting, PDGS monitoring and reporting The testing and the implementation of new products The settingup, implementation and update of operational procedures and documentation Anomaly investigation First line maintenance, including oncall support Coordination with external organisations and service providers Attendance at technical meetings Participation to formal reviews.
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Instrument Data Processing Engineer
2021-06-22 14:14:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Are you fascinated about Space? Do you have experience with Data and Product analysis and experience in near real time, data driven, automated systems with large computer networks? You could be our new Instrument Data Processing Engineer. Come and join talented diverse Serco team at the European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites EUMETSAT based in Darmstadt, Germany. Serco is among the leading Space Industry and Services Companies. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, our employees have been providing everyday their technical, scientific and management skills to support the full range of European cornerstone space missions. Job Description What we offer if you join our amazing team Competitive Salary Corporate Benefits Package Exciting relocation package if applicable Company events Main Responsibilities As Instrument Data Processing Engineer you will perform tasks related to Instrument data processing in support of the Copernicus S3 Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS, during current routine S3 operations, as well as for the operations build up for S3B and the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system. The tasks cover the operation of the different data processing components for S3A 3B, which include Data ingestion, processing and product distribution Data and Product analysis Operational performance monitoring and reporting, including the development, documentation and maintenance of the relevant tools for e.g. production statistics generation and reporting, PDGS monitoring and reporting The testing and the implementation of new products The settingup, implementation and update of operational procedures and documentation Anomaly investigation First line maintenance, including oncall support Coordination with external organisations and service providers Attendance at technical meetings Participation to formal reviews. Successful Candidate Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring You shall have demonstrated experience in near real time, data driven, automated systems with large computer networks You shall have demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems You shall be able to communicate effectively in English You shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, shall be able to work under pressure and with a minimum of supervision. Furthermore, it would be highly desirable to have experience with or knowledge of some of the following demonstrated experience of Instrument data and product processing Level0 to 2 of meteorological andor earth observation products experience of validating complex remote sensing data processing systems development and maintenance of operational procedures andor configuration data programming languages e.g. C, C and IDL scripting languages and databases e.g. Perl, Python, shell, Oracle spacecraft andor ground segment operations knowledge andor experience of quality control, calibration and validation. Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request. You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time. About The Company Serco is one of the worlds largest providers of public services to Governments employing over 50,000 people in over 20 countries. In Europe, Serco supports governments and international organisations in the delivery of essential public services with operations in Belgium, France and French Guyana, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland. What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service and to keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play. We have a mandate to execute brilliantly and our people lead and inspire based on our core values, Trust, Care, Pride and Innovation. As a business which delivers frontline public services, employing tens of thousands of people, we are constantly developing and promoting people our need for skilled professionals is insatiable and few companies can offer as many opportunities for individuals to grow their careers. A career with Serco offers the chance to work with both inspirational people and innovative contracts, in a dynamic and exciting environment. If you share our values and want to join a team of over 50,000 passionate colleagues globally we want to hear from you. Make a difference every day. Take pride in what you do! More at httpswww.serco.comeusectorexpertisespace httpswww.serco.comeucareerscareersinspace
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RF Instrument Data Processing Engineer SC2111019
2021-06-21 16:13:44| 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 ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Job Description We are looking for a RF Instrument Data Processing Engineer to support our client ESTEC. You will work in a team specializing in encompassing algorithmic and hardware definition, development and validation, involving software, hardware and system constraints. These can be grouped within the following main headings Design, development and performance evaluation and characterisation of control, data and signal processing units for Radio Frequency payloads and instruments. Definition, design, development, performance evaluation and verification of data and signal processing functions and algorithms via simulation techniques e.g., Matlab, Python, prototyping SW. Design, verification and validation of payload data and signal processing chains. Hardware software optimization and implementation of payload data processing functions on processors e.g. uCuP, DSP, GPU, AI accelerators and FPGA e.g. MPSoC, RfSoC based platforms. Radio Frequency payloads instruments related ASICs and device specification validation Required Skills and Experience Minimum of 3 years relevant experience Extensive knowledge in onboard data and signal processing techniques signal quality and onboard payload data processing functions for RF remote sensing and Telecom payloads simulation of signal processing functions Matlab, Python, C, etc Knowledge in the design, training and validation of machine learning techniques not limited to deep learning for tasks such as prediction, classification, semantic segmentation, object detection, etc Familiarity with telecom payload processors, synthetic aperture radar, radar altimetry and radio frequency interference mitigation payload data processing onboard systems architectures processing devices and onboard electronics design related to data acquisition and processing functions. procurement of units, subsystem integration and testing Ability to work in an autonomous manner, in particular when providing support to projects with high time allocations and this in coordination with the line manager Work Location Noordwijk, The Netherlands Dates Application Deadline 30 June 2021 Start of Work 01 August 2021 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page How to Apply on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in The Netherlands. 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 30 June 2021. Learn more about us in Facebook.
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Optical Instrument Image Processing Engineer
2021-06-18 18:15:14| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 937 On behalf of ESA, we are currently looking for an Optical Instrument Image Processing Engineer to work in its Site ESTEC in the city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Analysis of systemlevel needs and definition of system and subsystem requirements specifications for optical payload processing functions. Definition, design, development, performance evaluation and verification of image processing functions and algorithms via simulation techniques e.g. Matlab, Python, prototyping SW. Design, verification and validation of payload image processing chains in close collaboration with teams responsible for SW and HW implementation. Support to HWSW optimization and implementation of payload data processing functions on processors e.g. uCuP, DSP, GPU, AI accelerators and FPGA based platforms. Specific engineering support in the above domains to mainstream ESA space projects, mainly for but not restricted to the development and testing phases. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory PhD or Masters degree in Engineering from a recognised Institution of secondary studies or equivalent, with at least 4 years of relevant working experience. Extensive knowledge in image processing, compression and computer vision techniques. Extensive knowledge in optical imaging payloads, signalimage quality and onboard payload data processing functions. Extensive knowledge in simulation of image processing functions Matlab, Python, ENVIIDL, C, etc. Knowledge in the design, training and validation of machine learning techniques not limited to deep learning for tasks such as prediction, classification, semantic segmentation, object detection, etc. Familiarity with computational imaging techniques image stabilization, superresolution, active optics, etc. Familiarity with payload data processing onboard systems architectures. Familiarity with processing devices and onboard electronics design related to data acquisition and processing functions. Familiarity with procurement of demonstrator units, subsystem integration and testing. Ability to work in an autonomous manner, in particular when providing support to projects with high time allocations and this in coordination with the line manager. Fluency in English, 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 06072021. 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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