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Instrument Data Processing Engineer
2018-09-13 13:27:22| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a specialist at delivering vital services on behalf of European, National and Local Governments. Serco Europe employs a large workforce in Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Germany, Holland, Spain, Italy and the UK. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions throughout Europe. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for an Instrument Data Processing Engineer. Package description Full details on application. Relocation assistance provided if applicable. Main responsibilities The candidate should 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. Ideal candidate In addition to having a university degree or equivalent in a discipline relevant to the job profile, the successful candidate will bring at least 3 years of experience of the operations of realtime, complex, satellite instrument data processing systems. Knowledge and experience with the following is considered essential for the key person the key person shall have demonstrated experience in near real time, data driven, automated systems with large computer networks the successful candidate shall have demonstrated experience with UNIXLinux operating systems the key person shall be able to communicate effectively in English the successful aplicant 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 for the key person 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. For positions located within the Darmstadt Support Office please note that only applicants with no family affiliation within the Company will be considered. 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 Services GmbH, part of the Serco group, A FTSE250, Multinational Service Provider with over 50,000 employees worldwide. 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, where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service 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 here. Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action. If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you.
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Instrument Data Processing Engineer
2018-08-31 17:27:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Closing date 1st October 2018 The key person will support our customer during routine operations of Sentinel3 S3, as well as the operations buildup for Sentinel3B and the operations, engineering and scientific activities to be undertaken as part of the routine operations of the dual satellite Sentinel3A Sentinel3B system for the Copernicus Sentinel3 S3 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 IDPE shall 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.
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EPSSG Instrument Management Engineer
2018-08-06 11:27:35| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Come and manage the next generation of satellite instruments for meteorological applications We are developing the second generation of operational polar weather satellites and instruments for earth observations, that will constitute the new reference for numerical whether prediction and climate monitoring for at least the next 2030 years. We are looking for an Engineer to provide technical management support for space borne instrument development activities covering from phase C up to launch and commissioning. These instruments are developed in cooperation with our partners ESA, CNES and DLR and will constitute the heart of a much wider global system, called the EUMETSAT Polar System Second Generation EPSSG. The first satellite is due for launch in 2022 followed by five further launches, spaced in time to ensure continuity for more than 20 years. This is the opportunity to be part of one of the most important space projects in Europe for weather and climate forecasting. Why EUMETSAT? At EUMETSAT we procure, operate and control a fleet of satellites and payloads that support our mission. We therefore have multidisciplinary and multicultural teams of engineers, scientists and managers dedicated to ensure EUMETSAT core business prepare for the next generation of meteorological satellite, control and ensure 247 operability of our existing fleet of satellites, process, monitor the quality of remote sensed data, deliver and interpret these data to our users. This information is used to forecast weather, sea surface temperatures and air quality. Our use of technology is vital to everyday life. Your role With significant experience in space, ideally in remote sensing instruments, you will bring your technical and project management skills to help us in supervising the development of instruments in collaboration with our partners agencies. You will monitor and assess the performance of each instrument, ensuring that we are within our budget and schedule. You will follow the instrument from development, assembly, integration and testing through commissioning. Working with partners and suppliers, you will assess any issues that arise and use your expertise to contribute to the development of instruments for future missions. You need excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple internal and external interfaces. We are a fast paced, operational organisation, working closely with users and partners from industry and space agencies. You will work with instrument experts and scientists to develop the technology and potential of remote sensing instruments. Using you ability to analyse complex information, you need to be able to provide clear and structured information for decision makers involved in this project. What we offer We work in a collaborative, international environment which offers you a competitive salary and outstanding benefits. You will work with people who are experts in their fields and get the opportunity to work on cutting edge projects. We value diversity and seek to recruit nationals from our Member States. You must be able to work effectively in English and have some knowledge of French. Does this sound like you? Have a look at our website to find out how you can make a world of difference. The closing date is 3rd September. Interviews wc 8th October.
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Microwave Instrument Engineer
2018-07-16 10:28:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. 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 Microwave Instrument Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description Microwave Instrument Engineer, Future Missions and Instruments Division, Future Systems Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. Duties Reporting to the Head of the Microwave Instruments Section, the postholder will be responsible for the definition, engineering, technology bread boarding and predevelopment of microwave instruments for future Earth Observation research missions e.g. Earth Explorers Core, FastTrack and Missions of Opportunity and operational missions, e.g. Earth Watch, Copernicus and meteorology missions. The types of instrument developed inSection include passive microwave imagerssounders for ocean, land and atmospheric sensing, GNSSRO and GNSSR instruments as well as active instruments such as scatterometers, altimeters, synthetic aperture radars SAR, subsurface sounders and atmospheric radars. Their frequency coverage extends to the submm wave range. The postholder will be engaged in the study and predevelopment of one or several of these types of instrument, which could be passive or active. Duties include identifying and investigating new observation principles, techniques and technology in coordination with staff in this Department, the Science, Applications Climate Department and DTEC, including interfacing with research and technical groups as required maintaining knowledge of relevant technology status and instrument development programmes inside and outside ESA, including developments undertaken by other space agencies in Europe and worldwide, as well as commercial initiatives such as under NewSpace, in close collaboration with the Divisions Technology Coordination Frequency Management Section defining and assessing the performance and technological readiness of new microwave EO instruments in close collaboration with the EO system engineers of the Divisions Mission System Studies Section, taking into account mission, system and programmatic objectives and requirements defining, initiating and managing industrial contracts for the study and riskretirement of new microwave instruments, according to the agreed activity plan performing riskretirement activities through technology bread boarding and predevelopment of microwave instruments for future EO missions including Earth Explorer, Earth Watch, Copernicus, meteorology up to their completion, coordinating instrument predevelopment activities with project teams when required developing groundbased or airborne instrument models, according to the concepts maturity and performancedemonstration needs providing expert support to the Division for the microwave payload aspects of missions undergoing evaluation or preparation, including for evaluation of mission proposals, microwave instrument support to Phase 0A and mission architecture studies, contributing to the preparation of technical and scientific dossiers on new Earth Observation research missions and operational missions defining, developing, maintaining and upgrading microwave instrument dimensioning and performance models and tools to assess new instrument concepts. The postholder will work in close cooperation with other staff from the Division and from the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes and will also liaise with the Directorate of Technology, Engineering Quality DTEC and other Directorates involved in microwave engineering activities. Technical competencies Knowledge of technical domains and related RD space industry trends Knowledge of innovationrelated processes Experience in spaceborne microwave instrument development Familiarity with microwave remote sensing techniques Behavioural competencies Continuous Learning Customer Focus Innovation Creativity Problem Solving Results Orientation Teamwork Education Applicants should have a PhD or Masters degree in electricalelectronic engineering or physics. Additional requirements Candidates are expected to be able to contribute to a dynamic and creative environment in preparatory phases of EO missions. They should have good interpersonal skills and be able to work and interact within small teams as well as autonomously. Experience in working in teamproject environment is desirable. Familiarity with microwave remotesensing techniques such as passive microwave imagingsounding, altimetry and atmospheric radar sensing, and experience of hardware development and performance analysis modelstools, are desirable. At least 7 yearss relevant experience in remotesensing microwave instruments and associated development. 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 26 August 2018. 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. According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States. When shortlisting for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. see Nationality Targets 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. Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band A2 however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level. Apply HERE
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Principal Instrument Engineer
2018-07-13 13:26:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vacancy in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. 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 Principal Instrument Engineer This post is classified A2A4 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description Principal Instrument Engineer, Meteorological Operational Second Generation MetOpSG Payload Section, MetOpSG Project Division, Earth Observation Projects Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. MetOpSG is an operational meteorological programme established in cooperation with Eumetsat, ESA being responsible for the definition and development of the space segment and the procurement of the recurrent satellites on Eumetsats behalf. Duties Reporting to the MetOpSG Payload Manager, the postholder will be responsible for all aspects of MicroWave Imager MWI radiometer instrument design, development, testing and performance activities under the MetOpSG Programme. The main tasks and responsibilities for the radiometer instrument include Managing and monitoring all aspects of instrument specification, design, implementation and testing, ensuring full compliance is maintained and demonstrated with systemlevel technical and programmatic requirements. Monitoring the industrial progress and design evolution at instrument and equipment levels, ensuring they remain consistent with MetOpSG technical and programmatic requirements. Providing early warning of potential problem areas, ensuring appropriate mitigation actions are identified and implemented. Ensuring that operability of the instrument is fully compatible with overall MetOpSG satellite operations, observability and availability requirements. Coordinating specialist support as necessary. Monitoring the definition and execution of instrument calibration, ensuring availability of key data for processing. Ensuring timely availability of inputs for onground characterisation and inorbit commissioning campaigns. Interfacing and coordinating with the science team and user groups in conjunction with Eumetsat. Participating in instrument and satellite project reviews coordinating all aspects relating to the instrument. Monitoring, with Radiometers Performance Engineer support, the development of performance assessment tools, including instrument simulators and models in industry or internally, analysing missionperformance impacts resulting from deviations during instrument or system development. Supporting satellite AIV activities, preparation of the launch campaign and inorbit commissioning of the instrument. Monitoring the MWI risks and associated mitigation actions, including completion of ESA pre development life test activity. The postholder will be supported by a Radiometers Performance Engineer and by specialist engineers from within the MetOpSG team and from ESAs Technical Directorate as appropriate, and is expected to cooperate closely with other members of the MetOpSG Programme Team. Technical competencies Experience in spaceborne microwave instrument development Experience in the management and monitoring of industrial activities, including participation in reviews Technical knowledge of microwave instruments including radiometers expertise Experience in instrument performance and verification System awareness e.g. accommodation of instrument on satellite, endtoend aspects Experience in multiagency cooperative programmes Knowledgeexperience of Technical support within ESA, ensuring best level technical support for the Project Behavioural competencies Communication Planning Organisation Problem Solving Responsible DecisionMaking Results Orientation Teamwork Self Motivation Integrity Preparation for interview Education Engineering degree Master level or equivalent qualification in a relevant physical sciences. Additional requirements Applicants should have extensive experience in the deployment of high performance microwave radiometer instruments for space applications. Solid, handson experience in instrument development in a projectprocurement environment is required. A demonstrated ability to work within a multiagency cooperative programme is an advantage. 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 26 August 2018. 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. According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States. When shortlisting for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from underrepresented Member States. see Nationality Targets 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. Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band A2 however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level. Apply HERE
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