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Power Conditioning Engineer
2016-01-29 18:06:30| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Vitrociset Belgium is looking for a candidate with the profile described below to deploy in ESTEC Please submit applications not later than 2222016 by EMAIL to Mr. Massimiliano Mazza, Head of Engineering services Satellite Operations M.Mazzavitrocisetbelgium.com cc. jobsvitrocisetbelgium.com Specific Tasks The contractor will be responsible for providing electrical power system and conditioning technical support, to ESA projects and technology development contracts and shall thus perform the following activities The design, development and test of spacecraft power systems for onboard applications. This work encompasses the definition of centralised power systems having overall power levels up to 25 kilowatts, together with their interfaces with respect to solar arrays and batteries, the attendant power distributionprotection equipments and pyrotechnic activation functions. Detailed tasks include the overall system design necessary for the development of faulttolerant power control and distribution concepts, the detailed design of the power regulators and the identificationuse of tools and methods for ensuring dependable design and verification. The development of simulation blocks for system analysis batteries, solar cells arrays, power control and distribution units useful for the independent evaluation of critical power and energy budgets in support to running projects of the Agency. Support to laboratory activities concerning design and development or verification of circuits for power management and distribution solar array and battery conversion electronics, power distribution and protection electronics, power conversion for generic and specific purposes, including redundancy and protections. Active involvement in critical RD activities support by simulation, worst case analysis and laboratory testing of the overall system or of the most critical subunits. Assisting to the development and validation of worst case simulation blocks for electrical equipment analysis converters, shunt regulators, current limiters, protections, critical telemetry or telecommand functions useful for the independent check of the most critical equipment functionality and performances, in support to all programmes reviews where the power conditioning section is involved. The development and verification of high voltage design technologies and associated power converters, suitable for application as Electronic Power Conditioners EPCs for specialised spacecraft payloads such as Travelling Wave Tube Assemblies TWTAs and Electric Propulsion Concepts. In order to support these skills, the candidate should also have familiarity with simulation software for analogue systems MathlabSimulink or similar and circuit analysis tools such as PSPICE or Microcap. The contractor will be deployed in project support andor RD contract support according to workload and priorities set in the section. Specific Competence Requirements A university degree or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Space Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or a related discipline. o The contractor should have a good electrical power processing background, together with a good experience of digital and analogue electronics and control theory. o In addition the contractor should have specific experience in the domain of power conditioning electronics together, with hands on knowledge of the circuit design of such systems. o Also the contractor should have good experience in the development of computer models, especially with SPICEbased simulators. o To fulfil the identified tasks, the contractor shall have a university degree or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or Physics. o The knowledge and the experience on High Voltage power conditioning for space application constitute an asset. o We are looking for a dynamic and well motivated candidate, with good team work and communication capabilities.
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Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power, Thermal Survivability
2016-01-27 20:08:39| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Engineer, Spacecraft Subsystem Power, Thermal Survivability EU Ref SES0726 Region Europe Location Luxembourg Betzdorf Company SES Category Space Engineering Position Staff Published 20160120 Context The Power, Thermal Survivability Engineer is responsible for the inorbit operations and performance monitoring of the Electrical Power and Thermal subsystems of the satellites, as well as support to spacecraft planning, design and procurement. Responsibilities Provide Electrical Power, Thermal and Survivability expertise to nominal and contingency operations of the satellites Support spacecraft operations and configuration changes, including generating or reviewing Operational Task Orders, configuration validation and direct supervision over critical spacecraft commanding Develop andor validate nominal and contingency procedures and tools Provide oncall support and react to contingencies for the Electrical Power and Thermal subsystems of the satellites per established escalation procedures Proactively monitor the Electrical PowerThermal subsystems to identify degraded performance, anticipate scenarios and take appropriate action. Develop and maintain tools for evaluating and trending health to maximize satellite safety, availability and longevity, including PowerThermal budgets and satellite capacity predicts Provide support to new satellite procurement activities, inorbit testing, and start of service activities Directly interface with internal and external parties in relation to the responsibilities of the subsystems, including Satellite Manufacturers, planning, insurance and other internal or external requestsreporting Contribute to a continuous effort to more effectively and efficiently manage the satellite inorbit operations, including processes, procedures, monitoring, and Ground Control System improvements. Experience Qualifications A Masters Degree in Engineering, with a specialization that includes electricalelectronics engineering is mandatory. Additional specialization in thermal control would be considered as an advantage Have at least 2 years of experience in satellite engineering and operations Have strong analytical and problemsolving skills Ability to acquire detailed technical information within predefined deadlines and apply it in daytoday situations Have strong computer software skills with proficiency in at least one programming language Ability to react to contingencies and cope with high stress situations Fluency in English, with strong communication skills, both written and oral Team spirit and ability to integrate into an international environment. Our Offer Competitive salary package, coupled with a diverse array of challenges and development benefits. SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This position reports to General Manager, Spacecraft Engineering Power, Thermal Survivability EU Apply for this Job online
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Development Engineer Power Electronics mf
2015-11-16 15:05:03| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Are you looking for a new challenge as a development engineer for power electronics mf ? As a specialist in engineering and technology, AKKA Technologies has developed expertise in the areas of project management, system engineering, embedded software, mechatronics and the assembly, integration and testing of satellites. As a partner of major contractors in the space field, the AKKA Group stands among the most influential players in European space projects for more than 30 years. Your Tasks Analyzing specifications, defining electrical functions and modules, and designing, developing and qualifying new circuit modules Producing detailed designs of complex circuits, including analysis and simulation, and selecting electrical components Producing documentation as per the common pace standards e.g. ECSS and customer requirements, as well as assisting with circuit analyses Proving support for electromagnetic comparability analyses and tests Preparing and performing entryintoservice and acceptance of the modules, and carrying out qualifications tests Helping to test the finished flight units Your Profile University degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications engineering or similar Experience of analogue and digital design Experience of motor control or mechanical drives would be an advantage Knowledge of PSPICE and DxDesigner would be an advantage Negotiation level of English and advanced level of German Your Benefits Longterm personal development opportunities in the context of wellknown premium customer Competitive salary Permanent employment Supporting mobility
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Power Conditioning Engineer
2015-07-28 20:22:04| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Directorate of Technical and Quality Management The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Power Conditioning Engineer in the Power Management and Distribution Section, Power Systems Division, Electrical Engineering Department, Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. This post is classified in the A2A4 grade band of the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESTEC, Noordwijk The Netherlands. DUTIES Reporting to the Head of the Power Management and Distribution Section, the Power Conditioning Engineer will be responsible for providing specialist support in all aspects of power electronics and associated technology to one or more spacecraft projects, while additionally preparing, monitoring and guiding applied research contracts in the area of power conditioning and distribution. The main tasks will be maintaining stateoftheart expertise and competence in the area of power conditioning and distribution technologies establishing design standards, including specifications and guidelines providing power conditioning and distribution support to studies and approved ESA projects, including payload equipment driving development contracts related to future power conditioning and distribution concepts and technologies required for future ESA projects contributing to the dissemination of the results of activities performed and to knowledge transfer across the Agency. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent in electrical or electronic engineering or physics with experience in the development of power electronics. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in power electronics equipment design and testing, including a practical knowledge of the space environments impacts and interfaces with other spacecraft subsystems a good background in power electronics with indepth expertise in the state of the art, together with good experience of digital and analogue electronics and control theory a sound knowledge of the specialist technological areas involved in spacecraft power conditioning equipment experience in the definition and specification of research and development activities experience in computer simulation of electrical circuits. Experience in digital control of power regulators would be an asset. 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 and project deadlines. Candidates should also have good analytical, organisational and reporting skills, a proactive attitude to problemsolving and an interest in innovative technologies. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these two languages is required together with a working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of another member state language is an asset. CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 08 September 2015. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to the Head of the Human Resources Division, ESTEC, Keplerlaan 1, 2201 AZ Noordwijk ZH The Netherlands. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. Priority will be first 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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Power Electronics Engineer
2015-06-04 16:04:22| 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 Power Electronics Engineer to support our customer in Germany. Power Electronics Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities Our customer is a European leader in exciting and technologically sophisticated projects in the areas of space transportation and satellites. You will have the following responsibilities Research on power electronics technologies and their applications within the range of some kilowatts to megawatts for applications of aviation including components and procedures Analyse requirements for power electronics from superordinate system demands Develop and evaluate concepts Calculation of schematics and power electronic systems including mechanical and thermal properties Design and building of prototypes Initial operation and comprehensive test of electrically powered circuits and systems in the laboratory. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University Degree in Electrical or Electronics Expertise in power electronics Very good knowledge of power generation and storage Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Munich. We welcome applicants who are available from July 2015 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 Julia Niehaus at jobshespace.com, quoting job DEMSC2639 before 21Jun15. 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 are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany. Apply for this job
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