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EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Processing Chains Performance Engineer MW

2015-02-18 13:05:23| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

With 1.700 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 solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles having relevant experience in Space systems and applications. EPSSG will be based on a twosatellites configuration with respectively launch of the first satellite MetopSG A mid 2021 followed by the second satellite MetopSG B 18 months later. Two recurrent Metop SG A and B satellites will be provided and launched in order to achieve a minimum of 21 years of operations. Regarding the Space Segment, EUMETSAT will rely on cooperation with ESA for the development of the satellite and of a subset of the instruments. EUMETSAT will cooperate with other Partners for the acquisition of the other instruments including the METimage DLR, IASING CNES and ARGOS4 CNES. Regarding the Ground Segment, EUMETSAT will develop and procure its Ground Segment capitalising on existing Multi Mission Elements that are already in operation in the Headquarters as well as on the Satellite Application Facilities SAF Network, taking into account the lessons learnt from previous programmes. EPSSG will be the second generation of EUMETSATs polar system and as such will have a strong heritage from the existing EPS with its Metop satellites and operations, and from other elements of the EUMETSAT infrastructure in support of current programmes. TASKS The activities for the selected keyperson will be related to overall System aspects for endtoend instrument functional chains, i.e. involving the space segment satellites as well as the ground segment, the latter consisting of the data acquisition systems, monitoring and control systems, data processing chains and product dissemination facilities. In the frame of endtoend instrument chain activities, the keyperson will be part of the EPSSG System team and provide support for tasks related to mission performance allocations and budgeting, definition and specification of scientific algorithms for geolocation, radiometric correction and spectral calibration, definition of the approach for instrument calibration and product validation, specification of enduser products for imaging and sounding instruments. It is emphasized that a major part of the work to be undertaken by the engineer will be to follow up and assess the outcome of the ongoing activities done by different groups in the EPSSG team EPSSG system team, EPSSG instrument team, EPSSG science team and EPSSG ground segment team, and ensure that all the inter disciplinary activities are done in a systematic way, compatible with the EPSSG programme objectives and constraints. The activities to be followed up are in the following areas Development of the algorithms specifications Algorithms Theoretical Baseline Document ATBD, Detailed Processing Model DPM and processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS Development of reference processors that implement the functionalities defined in the processing and algorithms specifications, including verification of the EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Development of the operational processors with emphasis on the implementation of the processing algorithms and their compatibility with EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Preparation of Instrument CalibrationValidation plans, including the definition of the approach for validation of the Level 1 and Level 2 products and of any related algorithms Development of the calibration, validation and offline monitoring facilities EndtoEnd E2E performance requirement spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements allocation and budgeting performed by space segment and instrument providers, specifically when dealing with processing algorithms. Typical activities to be undertaken by the engineer are Contribute to the consolidation and maintenance of the system requirements relevant for the development of the EPSSG enduser products, including tracing to enduser requirements and tracking of the status of compliance any incompatibilities to the EPSSG System requirement baseline need to be identified and resolved Confirm that the operational processors which are developed as part of the EPSSG ground segment are able to meet the EPSSG E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements any inconsistencies and noncompliances need to be identified and resolved Support validation of products and verification of processing algorithms, specifically the cross comparison of products generated by the operational processors against output of reference processors Review and contribute to the preparation of algorithms specifications and product specifications to confirm and ensure their consistency with the System requirements and design documents Review space segment and instrument documents e.g. ATBD, DPM, Instrument Calibration and Characterization Specification to identify implications for the processing specifications of the operational processors. Assess implications ofcontributions by the processing algorithms to E2E performance requirements and contribute to the compilation and documentation of E2E performance budgets any noncompliance with the EPSSG System E2E performance requirements need to be identified and resolved review the adequacy of related tools for E2E performance modelling and, as needed, support development of complementary inhouse modelling tools Support regular reviews of System, Space Segment and Ground Segment documentation relevant for EPSSG data processing chains and E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Participate in formal reviews and technical meetings at system and ground segment level Support preparation of documentation for System level reviews Support coordination of interdisciplinary meetings relevant for data processing chains Support studies internal or external and evaluate their results when relevant for data processing chains, including specification and validation of algorithms Consolidate the verification approach for System E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements and maintain the related verification matrix. Most activities will involve interactions with other teams, primarily in the LEO division, and also, as relevant for the work, with engineers at partner agencies. PROFILE The keyperson shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent Direct involvement in the following areas, with at least 3 years of combined experience Specification of level 1 algorithms for geolocation, spectral and radiometric correction and calibration and of level 2 geophysical algorithms, for spaceborne observation systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Mission performance analysis, budgeting and verification for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments. The following experience would be an additional asset Knowledge of relevant spaceborne observation instruments EPSSG satellites will embark sounders and imagers from the ultraviolet to the microwave range, a scatterometer and a radiooccultation instrument. The keyperson shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the keyperson must be able to work effectively in this language. How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to marina.ludwigcssystems.de with CC to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Due to new work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Closing date 25 March 2015

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Instrument Processing Chain Engineer

2015-02-17 17:06:56| 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 an Instrument Processing Chain Engineer for EPSSG to support our customer in Germany. Instrument Processing Chain Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities You will have the following two key tasks and responsibilities Definition of overall System aspects for endtoend instrument functional chains, i.e. involving the space segment satellites as well as the ground segment, the latter consisting of the data acquisition systems, monitoring and control systems, data processing chains and product dissemination facilities. Definition and maintenance of processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS Development of reference processors that implement the functionalities defined in the processing and algorithms specifications Development of the operational processors Endtoend E2E performance requirements Review and assess space segment and instrument documents Support the implementation, verification and validation of the endtoend system. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree in the domain of engineering, science or equivalent System engineering of EO ground segment data processing systems Analyses of a EO Systems combined space and ground segment Verifying and validating complex realtime EO data processing systems Knowledge of imaging andor sounding instruments Mission performance analysis, budgeting and verification Algorithms specifications Algorithms Theoretical Baseline Document ATBD E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements Preparation of Instrument CalibrationValidation plans Level 1 and Level 2 products Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Darmstadt. We are looking for candidates who are available from July 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter. Please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Karina Specht at jobshespace.com, quoting job reference DEDSC2516 before 23Mar15. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

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EPSSG EndtoEnd Instrument Processing Chains Engineer System Architect MW

2015-02-17 10:05:52| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

With 1.700 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 solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles having relevant experience in Space systems and applications. Regarding the Ground Segment, EUMETSAT will develop and procure its Ground Segment capitalising on existing Multi Mission Elements that are already in operation in the Headquarters as well as on the Satellite Application Facilities SAF Network, taking into account the lessons learnt from previous programmes. EPSSG will be the second generation of EUMETSATs polar system and as such will have a strong heritage from the existing EPS with its Metop satellites and operations, and from other elements of the EUMETSAT infrastructure in support of current program TASKS The activities for the selected keyperson will be related to overall System aspects for endto end instrument functional chains, i.e. involving the space segment satellites as well as the ground segment, the latter consisting of the data acquisition systems, monitoring and control systems, data processing chains and product dissemination facilities. In the frame of endtoend instrument functional chain activities, the keyperson will be part of the EPSSG System Team and provide support for tasks related to specifications of on ground data processing chains, definition of their interfaces, definition of space to ground data flows, verification and validation of onground data processing chains for imaging and sounding instruments. It is emphasized that a major part of the work to be undertaken by the engineer will be to followup and assess the outcome of the ongoing activities done by different groups in the EPSSG team EPSSG system team, EPSSG instrument team, EPSSG science team and EPSSG ground segment team, and ensure that all the inter disciplinary activities are done in a systematic way, compatible with the EPSSG programme objectives and constraints. The activities to be followed up are in the following areas Refinement and maintenance of the System Requirements Document when dealing with instrument data processing chains, including analysis of the system design, requirements tracing and justification Definition of ground segment requirements and concepts related to instrument data processing chains specifically definition of the operational processors, from level 0 up to level 2 Definition and maintenance of the processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS Development of reference processors that implement the functionalities defined in the processing specifications Development of the operational processors and of the related processing framework Definition of the approach for development, verification and validation VV of the instrument data processing chains, including definition of testing concepts, test scenarios and test data sets Verification, integration and acceptance of the instrument data processing chains, specifically the operational processors, including generation of test data sets and development of test tools Maintenance and refinement of EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements allocation and budgeting performed by space segment and instrument providers, specifically when dealing with instrument data processing. Typical activities to be undertaken by the engineer are Perform analyses to ensure completeness and coherence of the System and subsystem design for all aspects related to data processing and contribute as needed to the System Design Justification Document Analyse ground segment requirements related to instrument data processing chains and their implications on the system architecture and design report about inconsistencies and follow up resolution of noncompliances Ensure that the operational processors which are developed as part of the EPSSG Ground Segment are consistent with the EPSSG System architecture and able to meet the EPSSG system requirements specifically E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements and timeliness requirements provide reporting about inconsistencies and noncompliances Review and contribute to the preparation of the processing specifications Product Generation Specifications PGSs, Product Format Specifications PFSs and Auxiliary Data Specifications ADS to confirm and ensure their consistency with the System requirements Review space segment and instrument documents e.g. S2GICD, Instrument ICDs, APIDsVCIDs allocation to identify implications for the System when related to instrument data processing review of instrument data processing algorithms and calibration concepts defined by industry with emphasis on their implications on data processing interfaces and architecture Review ground segment documentation dealing with requirements, design and technical analyses of relevance for data processing to ensure consistency with system requirements and design Assess implications ofcontributions by the data processing chains to EndtoEnd E2E performance requirements spectral, radiometric and geometric requirements and contribute to the compilation of E2E performance budgets any noncompliances with the EPSSG System E2E performance requirements need to be identified and resolved Participate in formal reviews and technical meetings at system, space segment and ground segment level when relevant for instrument data processing Prepare documentation for System reviews Coordinate interdisciplinary meetings relevant for instrument data processing chains Support studies internal or external and the evaluation of their results when relevant for instrument data processing. Most activities will involve interactions with other teams, primarily in the LEO division, and also, as relevant for the work, with engineers at partner agencies. PROFILE The keyperson shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in engineering of onground data processing elements, including requirements specification, architecture and detailed design, definition of interfaces and testing concepts for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Demonstrated ability to perform analyses of a System combined space and ground segment top down and to perform syntheses. The following experience would be an additional asset Experience in verifying and validating complex realtime data processing systems for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Experience in specification, development andor procurement of instrument test data sets and processor prototypes for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Knowledge of relevant spaceborne observation instruments EPSSG satellites will embark sounders and imagers from the ultraviolet to the microwave range, a scatterometer and a radiooccultation instrument Mission performance analysis, budgeting and verification for spaceborne observing systems as imaging andor sounding instruments Experience in specification of operational products for earth observation missions. The keyperson shall be able to fulfill the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. 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 fulfillment of the tasks requiring interaction. How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to marina.ludwigcssystems.de with CC to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Due to new work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Closing date 25 March 2015 Starting Date July 2015

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Instrument Data ReProcessing Engineer

2014-09-26 15:40:54| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Telespazio VEGA Deutschland has been supporting the European Space Industry for over 30 years, including ESA, DLR, EUMETSAT and CNES. We are looking for an experienced engineer to work fully on customer side in EUMETSAT. Starting date would be latest 1st of January 2015 and submission deadline for applicants is 17th of October 2014. ResponsibilitiesDuties In the EU FP7 project ERACLIM2 at EUMETSAT Contributions to product and algorithm specifications Implementation of operational product processing chains in the reprocessing environment Implementation of operational processors into the operational reprocessing chains Development and implementation of operational functional and product quality monitoring procedures Analysis of resulting product quality QualificationsExperience University degree Several years of experience in implementing operational data processing software for satellite meteorological instruments Several years of experience validating satellite derived meteorological products Essentiel Skills UNIX application development and testing in C, C and Fortran 9095 Scripting languages such as Python, Perl, TclTk, shell Software build environments and tools such as make, imake, debuggers, insure Desirable Skills Data bases such as MySQL and Oracle Calibration of satellite observations Utilisation of satellite and climatological data sets Use of satellite data in modelbased reanalysis Atmospheric radiative transfer Inversion methods for retrieval of geophysical parameters Source code control systems, such as Subversion, Rational ClearCase or CVS Qualities Team player Good interpersonal and communication skills. Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities, Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. Application You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your application preferrably online with your availability details and salary expectations.

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Instrument Team Lead Engineer

2014-04-22 13:38:09| 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 an Instrument Team Lead Engineer to support our customer in Germany. Instrument Team Lead Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities Our customer is a European organisation providing weather and climaterelated satellite data, images and products for its users. You will have the following responsibilities Instrument and satellite reviews Technical coordination of the Metop instruments and liaise with partners ESA NOAA NASA CNES Support the MHS FM4 followon Instrument related storagedestorage activities, reactivation and recalibration Investigations and corrective actions related to anomalies occurring on Metop instruments on ground or in orbit Preparation of launch campaigns, Launch and Early Orbit Phase LEOP activities and satellite commissioning Generation and maintenance of instrument related documents Control of the baseline definition of each instrument Critical analysis of instrument related schedules of satellite activities Monitoring of deliverables to and from partner agencies and industry Maintenance of an instrument issues tracker Tracking of actions on instrument related issues. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline Space hardware development and operation remote sensing instruments Project management preferably in the area of remote sensing instruments Knowledge of ECSS management QA processes and procedures Good computing skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office software Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Darmstadt. We are looking for candidates who are available from August 2014 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 Karina Specht at jobshespace.com, quoting job reference DEDSC2248 before 27May14. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Please note Due to work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you already hold a work permit for Germany. Apply for this job

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