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GEO Flight Dynamics Engineer MW
2015-06-29 15:04:27| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
With 1.700 employees worldwide, the CS Group is a leading IT company in France and in Germany, and a prime contractor in designing, integrating and operating mission critical systems. It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles having relevant experience in Space systems and applications. The Key person shall work in the Operations and Services to Users Department as part of the Flight Dynamics Team in the FLO Division and heshe shall report to the FD GEO team leader, inside the Flight Dynamics Team. The Key person shall support the Flight Dynamics routine operations of the inflight geosynchronous fleet of EUMETSAT and to the ground segment and facilities procurement for the future generation of geosynchronous satellites MTG. Support to Flight Dynamics operations for the inflight Low Earth Orbiting satellites may also be required. The tasks of the Key person will be carried out mainly at EUMETSAT facilities in Darmstadt, but travel mainly within Europe may be required for certain activities. PROFILE In addition to having a University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, the Key person shall have at least 10 years of experience on Flight Dynamics of LEOGEO satellites in particular, the Key person shall demonstrate as a minimum the following mandatory skills Knowledge of the analytical principles for orbitattitude determination and control Experience in routine and critical operations for GEO satellites Experience with Flight Dynamics subsystems procurement. Furthermore, it would be a distinct advantage for the Key person to have experience with some of the following Experience in LEOP and commissioning operations Experience with NAPEOS based Flight Dynamics subsystems Experience in routine and critical operations for LEO satellites Experience with conjunction analysis systems and operations Familiarity with configuration control practices for operational software Familiarity with statistical and graphical analysis tools Skills in the area of software development and validation Experience with one or more of the following Matlab, Java, Orekit Experience with one or more of the following Fortran, C, TCL. Fluency in English is mandatory and a working knowledge of French would be an advantage, together with good communication skills. TASKS The tasks of the Engineer in the area of GEO Flight Dynamics Engineering in support to Operations will typically include Support to the routine operations of the flight dynamics systems of the operational EUMETSAT missions, including spacecraft orbit and attitude determination, events and ground station visibility predictions Support to the monitoring, analysis and enhancements of the flight dynamics input to the processing of instrument data and products within the EUMETSAT ground segments Support to the planning, execution and evaluation of spacecraft manoeuvres, both for routine and contingency cases Maintenance of the propellant budgets and endoflife estimates for each of the operational spacecrafts Distribution of the weekly orbital information and generation of input to the Quarterly Operations Report Support to the operations preparation activities in the area of flight dynamics and mission analysis required during the development of new EUMETSAT programmes and prior to the launch of new satellites Support to LEOP and commissioning operations for future launches of GEO satellites. The tasks in the area of Flight Dynamics Engineering support to the GEO ground segment procurement will typically include Support to the procurement of the FD subsystem FDS of the Mission Operations Facility MOF for the MTG mission, including participation to design reviews, acceptance activities and familiarisation with the subsystem Support to the testing and integration of the FDS within the MTG MOF, including participation to integration activities and consolidation of interfaces with other facilities, within the MOF and between the MOF and the rest of the ground segment. The engineer will perform these activities within the frame of a request for support from GEO division which will be carried out by OPS. The engineer will also support as backup engineer the LEO Flight Dynamics routine operations for EPS this will typically include Execution of the routine operations of the EPS Flight Dynamics Facility Planning and execution of EPS spacecrafts maneuvers, as well as of their calibration, Support to the contingency operation of EPS spacecrafts, including preparation and execution of conjunction avoidance maneuvers, recovery of routine operations, safe mode support and operation transfer to the BackUp Control Centre these activities may require intervention during the night and the nonworking days Operational quality control of maneuvers and AOCS telecommands before uplink and execution onboard of the EPS spacecraft Preparation and maintenance of Flight Dynamics operational procedures for spacecraft routine, special and contingency operations, operational configuration maintenance and system management. The specific tasks will be specified in the applicable work package and mutually agreed in advance. Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday and EUMETSAT ESOC additional holidays 34 per year, generous training possibilities, and monetary participation in your pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to marina.ludwigcssystems.de with CC to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Due to new work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Closing date 04. August 2015 Start January 2016
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GEO Flight Dynamics Engineer
2015-06-29 13:07:32| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for a GEO Flight Dynamics Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities EUMETSAT will specify in advance, on a work package basis, the required support. The work packages will typically cover a period of three months and will be mutually agreed before the start of the period. The Key person will be integrated in the Flight Dynamics Operations Team, supporting principally GEO spacecraft operations and ground segment procurement for future missions, but also routine operations for LEO spacecrafts. In the frame of the support provided to the future missions, the key person will report to the relevant procurement manager under the supervision of the FD GEO team leader. The tasks of the Consultant in the area of GEO Flight Dynamics Engineering in support to Operations will typically include Support to the routine operations of the flight dynamics systems of the operational EUMETSAT missions, including spacecraft orbit and attitude determination, events and ground station visibility predictions Support to the monitoring, analysis and enhancements of the flight dynamics input to the processing of instrument data and products within the EUMETSAT ground segments Support to the planning, execution and evaluation of spacecraft manoeuvres, both for routine and contingency cases Maintenance of the propellant budgets and endoflife estimates for each of the operational spacecrafts Distribution of the weekly orbital information and generation of input to the Quarterly Operations Report Support to the operations preparation activities in the area of flight dynamics and mission analysis required during the development of new EUMETSAT programmes and prior to the launch of new satellites Support to LEOP and commissioning operations for future launches of GEO satellites. The tasks in the area of Flight Dynamics Engineering support to the GEO ground segment procurement will typically include Support to the procurement of the FD subsystem FDS of the Mission Operations Facility MOF for the MTG mission, including participation to design reviews, acceptance activities and familiarisation with the subsystem Support to the testing and integration of the FDS within the MTG MOF, including participation to integration activities and consolidation of interfaces with other facilities, within the MOF and between the MOF and the rest of the ground segment. The consultant will perform these activities within the frame of a request for support from GEO division which will be carried out by OPS. The consultant will also support as backup engineer the LEO Flight Dynamics routine operations for EPS this will typically include Execution of the routine operations of the EPS Flight Dynamics Facility Planning and execution of EPS spacecrafts maneuvers, as well as of their calibration Support to the contingency operation of EPS spacecrafts, including preparation and execution of conjunction avoidance maneuvers, recovery of routine operations, safe mode support and operation transfer to the BackUp Control Centre these activities may require intervention during the night and the nonworking days Operational quality control of maneuvers and AOCS telecommands before uplink and execution onboard of the EPS spacecraft Preparation and maintenance of Flight Dynamics operational procedures for spacecraft routine, special and contingency operations, operational configuration maintenance and system management. The specific tasks will be specified in the applicable work package and mutually agreed in advance. Requirements Essentials In addition to having a University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, the Key person shall have at least 10 years of experience on Flight Dynamics of LEOGEO satellites in particular, the Key person shall demonstrate as a minimum the following mandatory skills Knowledge of the analytical principles for orbitattitude determination and control Experience in routine and critical operations for GEO satellites Experience with Flight Dynamics subsystems procurement. 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. Desirables Furthermore, it would be a distinct advantage for the Key person to have experience with some of the following Experience in LEOP and commissioning operations Experience with NAPEOS based Flight Dynamics subsystems Experience in routine and critical operations for LEO satellites Experience with conjunction analysis systems and operations Familiarity with configuration control practices for operational software Familiarity with statistical and graphical analysis tools Skills in the area of software development and validation Experience with one or more of the following Matlab, Java, Orekit Experience with one or more of the following Fortran, C, TCL. The Key person shall be able to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner, demonstrating analytical approach and attention to detail and shall be able to work calmly and correctly under stress and must be able to work with the minimum of supervision. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp Position GEO Flight Dynamics Engineer Reference G015156EUM Application closing date 06.08.2015 Start date January 2016 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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2x Information Manager for GEO and LEO Programmes
2015-06-19 10:04:12| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company that improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public services, including science and defence. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies. With over 1500 staff in the space business covering a wide spectrum of experience and skills, we convey best practice, expertise and innovation in our business. For our activities in EUMETSAT, we are currently looking for 2x Information Manager for GEO and LEO Programmes. Tasks and Responsibilities The two key persons shall work as a member of the Information Management team part of the Information Management and Configuration Management Competence Area within the PRS Division, in order to provide support to GEO and LEO Programme developments. For the execution of hisher tasks, the key persons will make use of the EUMETSAT Documentation Management Tool. The tasks will typically include Manage documentation according to existing working practices and procedures Support preparation of data packages, i.e. large numbers of documents for programme milestone reviews Check external documents against commitments of external contractors Import external documents into the EUMETSAT Documentation Management Tool DMT, including data packages in the applicable documentation folder structures Perform systematic checks on the documents metadata to assure all information are available to properly manage documents and their workflow Create and maintain folder structures in the DMT Manage baseline documentation under configuration control according to applicable Configuration Management working practices and procedures Maintainreview plans, procedures, working practices and templates as necessary Generate reports on documentation status, as requested Support users on implementing applicable documentation management working practices and procedures Contribute to the review of applicable documentation management working practices and procedures, and propose improvements as much as possible of general applicability Support related administrative tasks as requested. Requirements The Keypersons shall have following experience Full secondary education as a minimum, with specific training or education in information, documentation or configuration management Academic background is a distinct advantage Two to three years of experience with a technical, administrative or librarian role Practical experience in management of technical information and documentation, preferably in an IT or engineering sector, in support to a large set of users Proven experience in applying information, documentation or configuration management processes Proven experience in the use of an electronic documentation, information or configuration management tool, implementing an electronic workflow Proficient knowledge of use of MSOffice, MSAccess, Acrobat and scanning methodology, including experience in managing complex documents structure, related templates, layout and formatting Experience with relational databases will be an advantage, as well as experience in managing information generated using engineering tools e.g., design tools, requirements management tools, etc. Experience in Aerospace Industry will be an advantage. In addition, the Keypersons shall have demonstrated behavioural skills in Team working Quality Orientation Planning, Organising Monitoring Action and Achievement Orientation Service and Customer Focus. Fluency in English and a working knowledge of French is mandatory, together with good communication skills. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. Due to the high interest these roles generate, Serco reserves the right to commence, alter or conclude the recruitment process prior to the closing date. If shortlisted, a recruiter will contact you directly. You can also login at any time to apply to additional positions. Data Protection By submitting a job application you agree to the storage of any personal data provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources in particular professional and other social media throughout the entire application process CV, references, letter of application, interviews as applicable. To facilitate subsequent contact for professional purposes only, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The same shall also apply if you are contacted by SERCO GROUP regarding vacancies that match your existing profile. If you are interested in this vacancy, and think you have the skills and experience required, please apply via the relevant link available in our corporate careers website httpwww.serco.comcareersindex.asp Position 2x Information Manager for GEO and LEO Programmes Reference G015149EUM Application closing date 23.07.2015 Start date as from October 2015 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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GEO Senior Quality Assurance Consultant
2015-06-10 13:04:34| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
This is a permanent position for an Engineering Consultant with at least 10 years specific experience in Quality and Product Assurance in Aerospace Space programmes. You will require good interpersonal and mediation skills together with experience on QAPA processes on satellite Ground Segments and satellite Mission Control and Operations. You will be placed on assignment based near Frankfurt in Germany for several years. Candidates should ideally be available to start in September 2015 or soon after. Our client is responsible for establishing and operating weather forecasting and Earth observation GEO satellite programmes with associated data telemetry and dissemination operations. Vast quantities of data are produced and user communities throughout the world are able to access both current and historical data sets. The demanding realtime environment places much emphasis on adherence to quality and configuration management standards and procedures. The consultant will be part of the GEO QA team whose work encompasses the implementation of QA processes in support of client activities. The following attributes are essential for this position 1. Significant handson experience in QAPA processes definition, implementation, monitoring and control, and QAPA performance metrics 2. Knowledge and application of aerospacespace Product and Quality Assurance standards 3. Knowledge of and experience in applying ISO 9001 Standards 4. Multiyear experience in the implementation of QA policies and methods in procurement contracts for complex products such as ground segment systems. 5. Experience in providing QA support to SW products throughout their complete development lifecycle. Experience in following HWSW products integration and verification 6. Significant handson experience in using Microsoft Office Suite. 7. Capability of producing and releasing in autonomy Minutes of Meetings and QA reports 8. Experience in application of risk management and lessons learned processes The main working language is English and candidates must be fluent in both reading and writing but knowledge of French also would be advantageous. Pactum was established in 1988 and provides space system services and recruitment consultancy to clients throughout the UK and across continental Europe.
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GEO QA Senior Consultancy Support
2015-06-03 16:06:02| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
ACS is looking for a person to provide Senior QA EngineeringSupport. ACS has more than 30 years experience in delivering solutions for Earth Observation satellites Ground Segments. Based in Rome, Italy and in Darmstadt, Germany, we delivered systems currently in operation in 20 countries worldwide and have a long record of successful projects carried out for ESA, EUMETSAT, EMSA and many other Space Agencies and Research Centres. ACS recently established German subsidiary ACSD aims at better serving our customers based in Darmstadt area. ACS offers pleasant, international working environment at customer site very competitive salary attractive benefit package tailored on specific exigencies training and personal growth within ACS group, full support from a high technology company for relocation to Darmstadt. The main tasks of the Key Person will include the following 1. Implement EUMETSAT QA policies in the assigned areas, in accordance with the MTG and MSG System QA plans and all relevant applicable Standards, Technical and QA documents, Procedures and Working Practices that are applicable to the ongoing projects phases 2. Ensure that the assigned MTG and MSG processes are implemented in accordance with their relevant QA working practices and procedures 3. Support maintenance of GEO QA Working Practices and procedures Suggest and support the establishment of improvements of the available QA documentation, aiming at process efficiency and synergy 4. Support the establishment of metrics to measure the effectiveness of the main processes within the assigned areas. Provide proactive suggestions for process improvement, based on these metrics and other observations 5. Work with and in support of the MTG Ground Segment Teams and of the MSG Operations Preparations Team, in order to ensure that Quality Assurance policies and methods are taken into account during all involved lifecycle phases 6. Provide dedicated QA support to the production of the technical and programmatic documents relevant to the MTG Programme, MTG Ground Segment and its facilities and elements 7. Critically review technical and management documents issued in support to the MTG GS Facilities procurement 8. Support, as Review secretary, the Programme Reviews and Check Points planned for MTG and MSG, ensuring that the relevant Organisation Note arrangements are correctly implemented, and that the support tool to be used for the Reviews is properly configured and available 9. Support the MTG GS Facilities procurement activities and the connected processes, ensuring that the applicable QA requirements are correctly implemented 10. Support QA activities during the Facilities development and production process, interfacing with the EUMETSAT Technical Officers, the relevant crossdivisional EUMETSAT Teams and with the Industry Quality Assurance QAProduct Assurance PA counterparts 11. Support monitoring of the implementation of the agreed QA Plans and procedures within the Industry and others Organisations including ESA activities, including Subtiers 12. Support coordination of the anomaly and nonconformances review process in the assigned areas 13. Support the preparation and conduct of QA audits on Industry and within EUMETSAT in the areas connected with MTG GS activities, in line with the MTG GS Contractors Suppliers Quality Assurance Audit Plan 14. Support regular reporting to the MTG GS QA Engineer, to the GEO QA Manager, and to GS Manager concerned on all QA aspects related to MTG GS and MSG4 activities 15. Attend and support weekly GEO QA Team coordination meetings and programme meetings if so required Mandatory skills A University degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Sciences or a related discipline is required. The Key Person shall have at least 10 years of specific experience in Quality and Product Assurance QAPA in AerospaceSpace Programmes, and have good interpersonal and mediation skills. Specific experience on QAPA processes on satellite Ground Segments, satellite Mission Control and Operations is required, and experience on Satellite data processing will be considered an advantage. Significant handson experience in QAPA processes definition, implementation, monitoring and control, and QAPA performance metrics Knowledge and application of aerospacespace Product and Quality Assurance standards Knowledge of and experience in applying ISO 9001 Standards Multiyear experience in the implementation of QA policies and methods in procurement contracts for complex products such as ground segment systems Experience in providing QA support to SW products throughout their complete development lifecycle. Experience in HWSW products integration and verification Significant handson experience in using Microsoft Office Suite. Capability of producing and releasing in autonomy Minutes of Meetings and QA reports Experience in application of risk management and lessons learned processes A very good knowledge of the English language spoken and written. The following skills are considered an advantage Knowledge of requirement management tools, e.g. DOORS Experience of working in programmes involving different partners Previous experience in related developments Additionally EU national or valid work permit for Germany CV in Europass editable format
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