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Copernicus Climate Change Service C3S Reprocessing Engineer two 2 Positions1613183
2016-10-14 13:04:30| 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 EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany. Copernicus Climate Change Service C3S Reprocessing Engineer two 2 Positions 1613183 Job Description We are looking for 2 Reprocessing Engineers for our client EUMETSAT. Your work will focus on the provision of consistently processed multidecadal FCDR and Thematic Climate Data Records TCDR from various operational satellite instruments. Your main tasks will include Implementation, maintenance and operation of data processing systems operational processors and processing chains for the generation of climate data records for C3S that can handle data from satellites in geostationary and polar orbit automated climate product quality monitoringvalidation tools taking benefit of existing operational tools data bases used for the data record generation and product monitoringvalidation Test, verification and validation of operational processors and processing chains implemented in the operational climate data processing infrastructure Porting of prototype software, e.g., from IDL into CFortran or Python Acquisition of relevant data from internal and external sources to support product quality monitoring Support to the analysis of the data record quality employing quality monitoring procedures and other validation techniques and data as appropriate Preparation of data records for the submission to the C3S CDS and ingestion into the EUMETSAT Data Centre Compilation of technical documentation of the operational processors, processing chains and data formats Required Skills and Experience A University degree in a relevant computer or natural science subject Indepth knowledge and proven experience in Software engineering for data processing involving large data volumes, preferably for satellite data, including product validation Programming using CC andor Fortran 95 and higher programming languages as well as scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, Shell UnixLinux environments Use and administration of data bases such as Oracle and MySQL Data formats such as NetCDF4, HDF5, GRIB, BUFR and the decoding of binary data formats Familiarity with operational procedures for software verification and validation Occasional travel within Europe is likely to be required for project progress meetings In addition you shall have Strengths in analysis, synthesis and presentation of results Excellent technical writing skills Excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills Desirable Skills and Experience Use of satellite data for climate monitoring Measurement uncertainty analysis principles and methods Work Location Darmstadt, Germany Dates Application Deadline 15 November 2016 Start of Work January 2017 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page Notes to Applicants on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in Germany. 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 15 November 2016 Learn more about us in Facebook
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Climate Change Service Reprocessing Engineer
2016-10-13 18:04:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Closing date 22th November 2016 Interviews week 49 2016 With 1.800 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. PROFILE Mandatory skills University degree in a relevant natural science subject Software engineering for data processing involving large data volumes, preferably for satellite data, including product validation Programming using CC andor Fortran 95 and higher programming languages as well as scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, Shell UnixLinux environments Use and administration of data bases such as Oracle and MySQL Data formats such as NetCDF4, HDF5, GRIB, BUFR and the decoding of binary data formats Familiarity with operational procedures for software verification and validation. Additional skills considering as an added value Use of satellite data for climate monitoring Measurement uncertainty analysis principles and methods. TASKS The tasks of the key person will include Implementation, maintenance and operation of data processing systems operational processors and processing chains for the generation of climate data records for C3S that can handle data from satellites in geostationary and polar orbit automated climate product quality monitoringvalidation tools taking benefit of existing operational tools data bases used for the data record generation and product monitoringvalidation Test, verification and validation of operational processors and processing chains implemented in the operational climate data processing infrastructure Porting of prototype software, e.g., from IDL into CFortran or Python Acquisition of relevant data from internal and external sources to support product quality monitoring Support to the analysis of the data record quality employing quality monitoring procedures and other validation techniques and data as appropriate Preparation of data records for the submission to the C3S CDS and ingestion into the EUMETSAT Data Centre Compilation of technical documentation of the operational processors, processing chains and data formats. 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 pierre.lenahediccssystems.de and copy to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title
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Copernicus Climate Change Service Atmospheric Sounding Engineer
2016-10-13 18:04:30| 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. Package description Full details on application Relocation assistance provided if applicable. Main responsibilities For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a Copernicus Climate Change Service Atmospheric Sounding Engineer. The tasks of the key person will include Import and implementation of microwave sounder correction software provided by CM SAF infrared sounder software, including updated calibration and uncertainty quantification methods provided by the FIDUCEO project Scientific analysis of the meta data and raw data quality for the additional historical HIRS instruments infrared and microwave FCDRs quality including uncertainty estimates employing quality monitoring procedures, e.g., the Virtual Observatory and other validation techniques and data as appropriate Support to the acquisition and archiving of all infrared and microwave sounder instrument data Acquisition of relevant data from internal and external sources to support product quality monitoring Support to the preparation of data records for the submission to the C3S CDS and ingestion into the EUMETSAT Data Centre Compilation of relevant data record documentation including validation reports, user guides and format descriptions Compilation of presentations and reports for the reporting to C3S and participation in C3S progress meetings as required. Ideal candidate Essentials The key person shall have a University degree in a relevant natural science subject. The key person shall have indepth knowledge and proven experience in Use of atmospheric sounder data for climate monitoring Measurement uncertainty analysis principles and methods Time series analysis methods applicable to satellite data Radiative transfer in the infrared and microwave spectral range Implementation and use of software for delayed mode processing of satellite data Programming using CC or Fortran 95 and higher programming languages as well as scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, Shell Working in unixlinux environments Data formats such as NetCDF4, HDF5, GRIB, BUFR and the decoding of historical data formats. In addition the key person shall have Strengths in analysis, synthesis and presentation of results Excellent technical writing skills Excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills Excellent command of English in both writing and speaking. Desirables Experience in the following would be a distinct advantage Use of data bases such as MySQL and Oracle Calibration of infrared and microwave satellite instruments Basic understanding of System Engineering Concepts Processing and monitoring of large volume of remote sensing data Familiarity with operational procedures for software verification and validation Operational product processing environments. The key person shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and structured manner, shall be able to work calmly and correctly and must be able to work without supervision. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU EEA nationals.
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Copernicus Climate Change Service Reprocessing Engineer
2016-10-13 13:04:09| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About us SCISYS Deutschland GmbH provides professional engineering and consultancy services supporting space programmes and missions. We have a strong presence at ESOC and EUMETSAT, as well as serving all ESA sites and spacecraft primes. Our team is composed of university graduates and experienced professionals, comprising some of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and talented engineers across Europe. Our services cover the whole life cycle of space programmes from early concepts to operations. Our Space Division provides a dynamic, supportive and friendly atmosphere in which you are encouraged to lead with initiative. We support new ideas from our colleagues and are focused on innovation. Moreover, we actively manage your professional development, training and career progression. For the location in Darmstadt Germany we are looking for a Copernicus Climate Change Service Reprocessing Engineer to work at EUMETSAT. Tasks The overall goal of EUMETSAT supporting the operational monitoring of climate and the detection of global climate change is to provide consistent data records with sufficient quality to be used for climate services and science by Member States and scientific institutions worldwide. EUMETSAT has a Climate Service team that has the capability to generate high quality CDRs utilising a dedicated and adequate processing infrastructure that ensures the efficient generation and scientific quality evaluation of data records from its own and several third party satellite instruments. Copernicus is the European Unions flagship Earthobservation programme created to achieve operational monitoring of the atmosphere, oceans, and continental surfaces. It aims to provide reliable, validated information services for a range of environmental and security applications. The European Commission has appointed the European Centre for MediumRange Weather Forecasts www.ecmwf.int to implement the Copernicus Climate Change and Atmosphere Monitoring Services. The Copernicus Climate Change Service C3S responds to environmental and societal challenges associated with climate changes. The service will give access to information for monitoring and predicting climate change and will, therefore, help to support adaptation and mitigation. It benefits from a sustained network of in situ and satellitebased observations, reanalysis of the Earth climate and modelling scenarios, based on a variety of climate projections. The tasks of the key persons will be carried out mainly at EUMETSAT facilities in Darmstadt, but occasional travel within Europe is likely to be required for project progress meetings. The tasks of the key persons will include Implementation, maintenance and operation of Data processing systems operational processors and processing chains for the generation of climate data records for C3S that can handle data from satellites in geostationary and polar orbit Automated climate product quality monitoringvalidation tools taking benefit of existing operational tools Databases used for the data record generation and product monitoringvalidation Test, verification and validation of operational processors and processing chains implemented in the operational climate data processing infrastructure Porting of prototype software, e.g., from IDL into CFortran or Python Acquisition of relevant data from internal and external sources to support product quality monitoring Support to the analysis of the data record quality employing quality monitoring procedures and other validation techniques and data as appropriate Preparation of data records for the submission to the C3S CDS and ingestion into the EUMETSAT Data Centre Compilation of technical documentation of the operational processors, processing chains and data formats. Essential requirements The key person shall have a University degree in a relevant computer or natural science subject. The key person shall have indepth knowledge and proven experience in Software engineering for data processing involving large data volumes, preferably for satellite data, including product validation Programming using CC andor Fortran 95 and higher programming languages as well as scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, Shell UnixLinux environments Use and administration of data bases such as Oracle and MySQL Data formats such as NetCDF4, HDF5, GRIB, BUFR and the decoding of binary data formats Familiarity with operational procedures for software verification and validation. Strengths in analysis, synthesis and presentation of results Excellent technical writing skills Excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills. Desirable requirements Experience in the following would be a distinct advantage Use of satellite data for climate monitoring Measurement uncertainty analysis principles and methods. Other Information Start date is January 2017 Fluency in English is mandatory. To apply online please visit www.scisys.despacejobs
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Climate Change Service C3S Atmospheric Sounding Engineer
2016-10-13 13:04:09| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Since 1979, Italian ACS has been a Software System Integrator. As a Payload Data Ground Segment specialist, ACS develops componentssubsystemsground stations for satellite data acquisition, processing and dissemination. The company is active in geospatial multisource applications development for planning and management of environmental risks infrastructures and realtime handling of large data streams. ACS offer to their customers the complete range of services from the collection of user requirements to operational activities support. Our German subsidiary ACSD provides consultancy service at EUMETSAT Darmstadt. Selected candidate will sign permanent full time contract and work at EUM premises. Besides an opportunity to work in international environment, ACS can offer competitive salary, attractive benefits package tailored to specific needs, training and career growth within ACS group, support for relocation to Darmstadt. For our activities in Germany, we are looking for a person to provide Climate Change Service C3S Atmospheric Sounding Engineer. TASKS Import and implementation of microwave sounder correction software provided by CM SAF infrared sounder software, including updated calibration and uncertainty quantification methods provided by the FIDUCEO project Scientific analysis of the meta data and raw data quality for the additional historical HIRS instruments infrared and microwave FCDRs quality including uncertainty estimates employing quality monitoring procedures, e.g., the Virtual Observatory and other validation techniques and data as appropriate Support to the acquisition and archiving of all infrared and microwave sounder instrument data Acquisition of relevant data from internal and external sources to support product quality monitoring Support to the preparation of data records for the submission to the C3S CDS and ingestion into the EUMETSAT Data Centre Compilation of relevant data record documentation including validation reports, user guides and format descriptions Compilation of presentations and reports for the reporting to C3S and participation in C3S progress meetings as required. SKILLS University degree in a relevant natural science subject Able to work effectively in English EU national or valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass format Indepth knowledge and proven experience in Use of atmospheric sounder data for climate monitoring Measurement uncertainty analysis principles and methods Time series analysis methods applicable to satellite data Radiative transfer in the infrared and microwave spectral range Implementation and use of software for delayed mode processing of satellite data Programming using CC or Fortran 95 and higher programming languages as well as scripting languages, such as Python, Perl, Shell Working in unixlinux environments Data formats such as NetCDF4, HDF5, GRIB, BUFR and the decoding of historical data formats. In addition Strengths in analysis, synthesis and presentation of results Excellent technical writing skills Excellent interpersonal, communication and team working skills. Distinct advantage Use of data bases such as MySQL and Oracle Calibration of infrared and microwave satellite instruments Basic understanding of System Engineering Concepts Processing and monitoring of large volume of remote sensing data Familiarity with operational procedures for software verification and validation Operational product processing environments
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