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Mission Control System Integration and Verification Engineer MF

2013-07-25 11:35:31| 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. Mission You will work in the TSS Department as a member of the Mission Control Applications and Tools Team, which is part of the GSI Division. The Mission Control Applications and Tools Team performs the following activities Software engineering and software maintenance of multimission and missionspecific Mission Control Function systems and tools for GEO and LEO missions. In particular the following systems and tools o Monitoring Control Systems and tools, o Onboard software management tools, o Flight Dynamics Facilities, o MissionPlanning Facilities, o OpsPrep Facilities, o Data analysis and reporting tools, Software engineering for the reusage of Mission Control Function systems and tools with the separation between generic kernel and missionspecific extensions. Automation of application software testing. Software engineering and software maintenance of satellite simulators. Software support to operations. Integration Verification activities Software Maintenance Activities Technical Management Software engineering methodology User Support PROFILE In addition to having a University degree in a relevant engineering discipline, you shall demonstrate significant knowledge and experience in the area of software maintenance and testing. You shall have skills and experience in software maintenance and testing with the following mandatory areas 1. System Integration Verification Skills o Extensive experience minimum 3 years in integration activities for Satellite Monitoring Control Systems. o Extensive experience minimum 3 years in verification testing activities of Satellite Monitoring Control Systems following formal software engineering processes. o Extensive experience minimum 5 years in the investigation of software anomalies and verification testing of fixes, preferably in the domain of Satellite Monitoring Control Systems. o Experience using tools for the automation of software testing. 2. Software Engineering Skills o Experience in the maintenance of software applications following formal software engineering processes o Experience in developing and maintaining software applications using Java under UNIX operating systems. o Experience in developing and maintaining software applications using C under UNIX operating systems. o Experience with static and dynamic software analysis tools in support to testing and troubleshooting. 3. Documentation and Configuration Management Skills o Very good knowledge of MS Windows Office Suite applications and experience with documentation management systems. o Experience in using configuration Management and anomaly reporting and tracking tools. To apply, please send your CV to FranoisXavier LAFFONT francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with CC to recrutementcs.fr with the title and the job reference.

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Mission Control System Integration and Verification Engineering Support

2013-07-25 09:38:35| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

RHEA the fastest growing leading Belgian SME providing system engineering solutions and professional engineering services to the international space industry is recruiting experienced Engineers from the Satellite Industry for a full time position based in the area of Darmstadt. Description The key person shall work in the TSS Department as a member of the Mission Control Applications and Tools Team, which is part of the GSI Division. The Mission Control Applications and Tools Team performs the following activities Software engineering and software maintenance of multimission and missionspecific Mission Control Function systems and tools for GEO and LEO missions. In particular the following systems and tools o Monitoring Control Systems and tools, o Onboard software management tools, o Flight Dynamics Facilities, o Mission Planning Facilities, o OpsPrep Facilities, o Data analysis and reporting tools, Software engineering for the reusage of Mission Control Function systems and tools with the separation between generic kernel and missionspecific extensions. Automation of application software testing. Software engineering and software maintenance of satellite simulators. Software support to operations. The key person will provide hisher prime support to the integration and verification testing of the Monitoring Control System, but will also support integration and verification activities at Mission Control Function level including Flight Dynamics and Mission Planning Systems. The tasks of the key person will typically include Integration Verification activities Integration of the various components of a Monitoring Control System and integration of the Monitoring Control System with the rest of systems in the Mission Control Function. These integration activities include software deployment, software configuration, adjustment of interfaces, analysis and solution to problems,... Generation and updates of test plan and test procedures both for the Monitoring Control System and at Mission Control Function level. This activity covers functional verification testing and nonregression testing manual and automatic testing. Execution and coordination of software verification and nonregression testing campaigns. This activity includes running the test procedures on the target system, generation of test reports, analysis of results, troubleshooting of problems,... Generation of test data and test tools that facilitate the software verification and onregression testing. Maintaining the verification status of the software requirement baseline for the Monitoring Control System. Software Maintenance Activities Preventive and corrective maintenance including the investigation of anomalies in the software systems and verification testing of the fixes. Technical Management Documentation generation and updates of technical documents. Routine reporting preparation and production of routine reports as necessary. Meeting participation participation to technical, progress and team meetings as needed and requested. Software engineering methodology Analysis activities focused on a common software engineering methodology and common software engineering tools for the GSI Mission Control Applications and Tools Team. Development of tools supporting these common software engineering methodologies. User Support Software support software support to the endusers of the application software. Training prepare and provide training covering endusage and maintenance aspects of the mission control facilities. Profile In addition to having a University degree in a relevant engineering discipline, the key person shall demonstrate significant knowledge and experience in the area of software maintenance and testing. The key person shall have skills and experience in software maintenance and testing with the following mandatory areas System Integration Verification Skills Extensive experience minimum 3 years in integration activities for Satellite Monitoring Control Systems. This includes software deployment, software configuration, adjustment of interfaces and troubleshooting of problems both at subsystem and system level. Extensive experience minimum 3 years in verification testing activities of Satellite Monitoring Control Systems following formal software engineering processes. This includes requirement verification, generation of test plan and test procedures, nonregression testing, generation of test data, generation of test tools, running the test procedures on the target system and generation of test reports. Extensive experience minimum 5 years in the investigation of software anomalies and verification testing of fixes, preferably in the domain of Satellite Monitoring Control Systems. Experience using tools for the automation of software testing. Software Engineering Skills Experience in the maintenance of software applications following formal software engineering processes including at least configuration management, change management and anomaly reporting and tracking. Experience in developing and maintaining software applications using Java under UNIX operating systems. Experience in developing and maintaining software applications using C under UNIX operating systems. Experience with static and dynamic software analysis tools in support to testing and troubleshooting. Documentation and Configuration Management Skills Very good knowledge of MS Windows Office Suite applications and experience with documentation management systems. Experience in using configuration Management and anomaly reporting and tracking tools. It would be a distinct advantage for the key person to have knowledge andor experience with some of the following Domain Skills Knowledge and understanding of space related standards ECSS and CCSDS related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard,... Experience with Monitoring Control Systems for LEO spacecraft. Experience with MICONYS Control System software from ESA. Experience with EPOCH IPS MC Product Suite from Integral Systems now KRATOS. Knowledge of Flight Dynamics Systems. Knowledge of Mission Planning Systems. Experience with Satellite Simulators. Software Technology Skills IBM DOORS requirement management tool. Experience in version Control Systems CVS and SVN. Linux Operating System. Software applications using ODBCJDBC bridges and programmatic interfaces to MySQL RDBMS. Engineering of MySQL RDBMS. Administration of MySQL RDBMS. Interprocess communication mechanisms, in particular TCPIP and CORBA standards. XML processing schema design, validation, parser libraries, transformation XSLT and XPath. Eclipse Rich Client Platform applications development. The key person shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, shall be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and must be able to work with the minimum of supervision. 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. Location Darmstadt, Germany Application deadline 29082013 If you are interested, please send your WORD EUROPASS format CV as well as a Cover Letter to Lena Englander, Recruitment Manager to careeropportunitiesrheagroup.com Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information. RHEA provides you with an attractive employment package based on the candidates experience, the opportunity to build experience in the space sector and to grow within an international company. RHEA is an independent Space Engineering Consulting and Software company that offers knowledgebased services and innovative solutions to the space industry. Our technical expertise is coupled with the provision of software tools for both Space and Ground segments. For the past 18 years RHEA has supported over 40 space missions, including comet chasers, planetary and Moon missions, deep space astronomy experiments to understand the fundamental laws of physics, climate monitoring, meteorology, navigation and communications. Rhea is the market leader for MOIS solutions and procedure management systems. Rhea has successfully brought together engineers and scientists from 13 nationalities to support its clients across 7 European countries, Canada and the USA.

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Mission Control Operations Engineer

2013-07-24 14:36:24| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently seeking a Mission Control Operations Engineer required to operate EUMETSATs operational systems, with particular focus on mission control systems. The post is required for the routine operations phases of the MSG and EPS systems, and the preparation of future missions. Tasks As a member of the FLO Mission Control Systems team, the Engineer shall provide support to the development and operation of the MSG Ground Segment and the EPS Overall Ground System OGS. Main duties are the operation of the MSG Central Facility CF and the EPS Mission Control System MCS, and supporting operational use of Mission Control Facility MCF Tools and the mission controlrelated multimission tools. The role comprises a range of tasks including the provision of support to the routine operation of the MCS, and the interfaces between the MCS and other components of the EPS Core Ground Segment CGS. The Engineer will be responsible for the definition andor maintenance of the routine operations procedures pertaining to the operation of the MCS and these interfaces, in accordance with the established EUMETSAT Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices. In addition, heshe will acquire and maintain a Systemwide view of the MSG System, and the EPS CGS and OGS, particularly in the areas of system monitoring control and data flows, due to the central role the CF and MCS play in the MSG and EPS Systems. The Engineer will review any planned changes to the system configuration and the investigation of anomalies encountered through the routine operation of the CF and MCS. They will provide oncall support as part of a team of MCS engineers. The Engineer will provide support to the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programs, and for future operational programs now in development. The Key Person will perform the following tasks Support to routine operations Definition and maintenance of missioncontrol operations procedures, including System and ground segment procedures and operations guides Liaison with the spacecraft operations team to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities Liaison with the operations analysts to ensure continuity and optimisation of database related activities Interface with other facilities within the operational ground segments to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission monitoring and control activities Interface with external elements of the operational Ground Segments to ensure the continuity and optimisation of data exchanges with the mission control systems Interface with the mission control systems maintenance team and industry representatives to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes Provision of support to operational ground segment analyses Provision of standbyoncall support as part of a team of MCS engineers Provision of support, as required, to critical operations Processing of system anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in Anomaly Review Boards Participation in further technical meetings, formal reviews, as well as scheduling and planning meetings. Support to modifications to the operational systems Interface with project teams on the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrade Processing of system modifications, including their documentation, approval, and implementation, including participation in Change Review Boards Support to, and participation in, the functional verification and operational validation of mission control systems and related elements, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment. Support to the preparations for recurrent satellites and future satellite programs Provision of support to the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programmes such as MetopC and MSG4 Provision of support to the development and operations preparation for future operational programmes such as Sentinel3, MTG and EPSSG. Support to operations teams Provision of training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations Team. The tasks assigned to the Engineer will be agreed through dedicated workpackages with clear identification of activities and outputs expected. In the performance of these tasks, the Engineer shall apply the EUMETSAT configuration and change control procedures as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. Qualifications and Requirements Applicants require a university degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline. Essential The Engineer shall have the following mandatory attributes Over seven years of work experience in the operation of spacecraft control systems Over five years of work experience developing andor maintaining spacecraft mission control systems software At least five years of work experience developing andor maintaining software for a UNIX operating system At least two years of work experience with the SCOS spacecraft control system At least two years of work experience defining and implementing the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems software. Desirable Extensive experience at least three years in the use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems Extensive experience at least three years in the definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of spacecraft mission control systems Extensive experience at least three years in the operations preparation and routine operations of Geostationary GEO and Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems Experience of using configuration management systems such as CVS Experience of using satellite simulators Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations Familiarity with EPOCH IPS MC product suite from Integral Systems now Kratos Windows operating system Linux operating system Leading a small team of engineers. While the official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French, the working language for the position is English and therefore the Engineer must be able to work effectively in this language. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply by either clicking on, or copying into your browser, the URL below. httpswww.amris.comsercorequirementdisplay.php?refSearchrequirementid44445 If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Mission Control Operations Engineer Reference G013130EUM Application closing date 020913 Start date 010114 If you are not yet registered with Serco we advise you to register your details by adding your details and attaching your CV via httpswww.amris.comsercoalertssignupform.php For additional information about Serco Group please consult our website www.serco.com For additional information about Serco Europe please consult our website www.serco.comeurope For additional information about EUMETSAT, please consult httpwww.eumetsat.int

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Mission Control Operations Engineering Support

2013-07-22 14:36:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

RHEA the fastest growing leading Belgian SME providing system engineering solutions and professional engineering services to the international space industry is recruiting experienced Engineers from the Satellite Industry for a full time position based in the area of Darmstadt. Description As a member of the FLO Mission Control Systems team, the Key Person shall provide support to the development and operation of the MSG Ground Segment and the EPS Overall Ground System OGS. Main duties are the operation of the MSG Central Facility CF and the EPS Mission Control System MCS, and supporting operational use of Mission Control Facility MCF Tools and the mission controlrelated multimission tools. The role comprises a range of tasks including the provision of support to the routine operation of the MCS, and the interfaces between the MCS and other components of the EPS Core Ground Segment CGS. The Key Person will be responsible for the definition andor maintenance of the routine operations procedures pertaining to the operation of the MCS and these interfaces, in accordance with the established EUMETSAT Operations Department configuration management and quality assurance practices. In addition, the Key Person will acquire and maintain a Systemwide view of the MSG System, and the EPS CGS and OGS, particularly in the areas of system monitoring control and data flows, due to the central role the CF and MCS play in the MSG and EPS Systems. The Key Person will review any planned changes to the system configuration and the investigation of anomalies encountered through the routine operation of the CF and MCS. The Key Person will provide oncall support as part of a team of MCS engineers. The Key Person will provide support to the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programs, and for future operational programs now in development. The Key Person will perform the following tasks Support to routine operations Definition and maintenance of missioncontrol operations procedures, including System and ground segment procedures and operations guides Liaison with the spacecraft operations team to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities Liaison with the operations analysts to ensure continuity and optimisation of databaserelated activities Interface with other facilities within the operational ground segments to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission monitoring and control activities Interface with external elements of the operational Ground Segments to ensure the continuity and optimisation of data exchanges with the mission control systems Interface with the mission control systems maintenance team and industry representatives to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes Provision of support to operational ground segment analyses Provision of standbyoncall support as part of a team of MCS engineers Provision of support, as required, to critical operations Processing of system anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in Anomaly Review Boards Participation in further technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning meetings. Support to modifications to the operational systems Interface with project teams on the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrade. Processing of system modifications, including their documentation, approval, and implementation, including participation in Change Review Boards Support to, and participation in, the functional verification and operational validation of mission control systems and related elements, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment. Support to the preparations for recurrent satellites and future satellite programs Provision of support to the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programmes such as MetopC and MSG4 Provision of support to the development and operations preparation for future operational programmes such as Sentinel3, MTG and EPSSG. Support to operations teams Provision of training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations Team. The tasks assigned to the Key Person will be agreed through dedicated workpackages with clear identification of activities and outputs expected. In the performance of these tasks, the Key Person shall apply the EUMETSAT configuration and change control procedures as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. Profile In addition to having a university degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline, the Key Person shall have the following mandatory attributes at least seven years work experience in the operation of spacecraft control systems at least five years work experience developing andor maintaining spacecraft mission control systems software at least five years work experience developing andor maintaining software for a UNIX operating system at least two years work experience with the SCOS spacecraft control system at least two years work experience defining and implementing the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems software. Experience of the following would be a distinct advantage extensive experience at least three years in the use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems extensive experience at least three years in the definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of spacecraft mission control systems extensive experience at least three years in the operations preparation and routine operations of Geostationary GEO and Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems experience of using configuration management systems such as CVS experience of using satellite simulators familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations familiarity with EPOCH IPS MC product suite from Integral Systems now Kratos Windows operating system Linux operating system leading a small team of engineers. While 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. The Key Person shall possess the following skills Autonomy and Resourcefulness Work proactively in an individual or team environment, with the minimum of supervision Perform effectively under high workloads and be able to adapt to a rapidlychanging timecritical environment. Conducting activities in an orderly and disciplined manner,working calmly and correctly under stress. Teamwork Integrity Share expertise and experience with other team members provide crosstraining and support. Work in, and where necessary lead, small teams Value and respect other opinions, treat others fairly, encouraging participation Accept criticism positively and be willing to adapt and change working methods. Planning and Organisation Prepare critical activities in advance and in detail, to be shared for review and approval prior to the actual execution of the work. Coordinate and communicate activities with key stakeholders management, operators, quality assurance, configuration management Problem Solving Innovation Take ownership of problems through to effective resolution Develop initiatives to resolve underlying issues that go beyond the immediate problem Take steps to minimise risks in both the near and longterm. Communication Possess excellent verbal and written communications skills and be confident to deal with a wide variety of people and to influence at all levels. Have excellent presentation and training skills with the ability to deliver a message such that it generates learning and understanding. Location Darmstadt, Germany Application deadline 30082013 If you are interested, please send your WORD EUROPASS format CV as well as a Cover Letter to Lena Englander, Recruitment Manager to careeropportunitiesrheagroup.com Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information. RHEA provides you with an attractive employment package based on the candidates experience, the opportunity to build experience in the space sector and to grow within an international company. RHEA is an independent Space Engineering Consulting and Software company that offers knowledgebased services and innovative solutions to the space industry. Our technical expertise is coupled with the provision of software tools for both Space and Ground segments. For the past 18 years RHEA has supported over 40 space missions, including comet chasers, planetary and Moon missions, deep space astronomy experiments to understand the fundamental laws of physics, climate monitoring, meteorology, navigation and communications. Rhea is the market leader for MOIS solutions and procedure management systems. Rhea has successfully brought together engineers and scientists from 13 nationalities to support its clients across 7 European countries, Canada and the USA.

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Mission Control Operations Engineering Support Engineer mf

2013-07-22 11:35:05| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

LSE Space is looking for an experienced Engineer mf in order to fulfill the duty as Mission Control Operations Engineering Support for our customer EUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. The tasks of these positions include in particular Support to routine operations Definition and maintenance of missioncontrol operations procedures, including System and ground segment procedures and operations guides Liaison with the spacecraft operations team to ensure the continuity and optimisation of spacecraft monitoring and control activities Liaison with the operations analysts to ensure continuity and optimisation of databaserelated activities Interface with other facilities within the operational ground segments to ensure the continuity and optimisation of ground segment and mission monitoring and control activities Interface with external elements of the operational Ground Segments to ensure the continuity and optimisation of data exchanges with the mission control systems Interface with the mission control systems maintenance team and industry representatives to ensure optimised performance, including participating in the definition and implementation of any changes Provision of support to operational ground segment analyses Provision of standbyoncall support as part of a team of MCS engineers Provision of support, as required, to critical operations Processing of system anomalies, their documentation, investigation, classification and resolutionmitigation, including participation in Anomaly Review Boards Participation in further technical meetings, formal reviews, and scheduling and planning meetings. Support to modifications to the operational systems Interface with project teams on the implementation of system upgrades to support major operations projects, including System MidTerm Evolution Plan, recurrent satellites, and any System hardware and operating system obsolescence upgrade. Processing of system modifications, including their documentation, approval, and implementation, including participation in Change Review Boards Support to, and participation in, the functional verification and operational validation of mission control systems and related elements, both standalone and in the context of an overall ground segment. Support to the preparations for recurrent satellites and future satellite programs Provision of support to the development and operations preparation for recurrent satellites in existing operational programmes such as MetopC and MSG4 Provision of support to the development and operations preparation for future operational programmes such as Sentinel3, MTG and EPSSG. Support to operations teams Provision of training, through written materials, practical demonstrations and presentations, to other members of the Operations Team. Qualifications Experience Academic and work related requirements University degree in engineering, science or equivalent. Required experience and skills are Deep knowledge ofoperation of spacecraft control systems Proven travck record developing andor maintaining spacecraft mission control systems software Solid work experience developing andor maintaining software for a UNIX operating system Work experience with the SCOS spacecraft control system Experience defining and implementing the verification and validation of spacecraft mission control systems software Perfect command of English, verbal and written Selfmotivated and proactive work style Excellent communication skills Strong data analysis, problem solving, processing and synthesis skills The following experience would be additional assets Use of databases and SQLrelated querying in relation to spacecraft mission control systems Definition, development, integration and acceptance testing of spacecraft mission control systems Operations preparation and routine operations of Geostationary GEO and Low Earth Orbit LEO satellite systems Use of configuration management systems such as CVS Use of satellite simulators Familiarity with ECSS and CCSDS standards related to spacetoground interfaces and applicable to Satellite Monitoring Control Systems Packet Telemetry and Telecommand standards, PUS Packet Utilisation Standard, etc. Familiarity with flight dynamics and mission planning functions and systems as applied to satellite operations Familiarity with EPOCH IPS MC product suite from Integral Systems now Kratos Windows operating system Linux operating system leading a small team of engineers. Location of workEUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. Benefits A permanent employment contract. Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package. Career path. Security In line with Asylum Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks. You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then send your application preferably online CV in Word format until 2nd September 2013 via our application tool on www.lsespace.com

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