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EPSSG Science Support Engineer

2015-09-24 12:04:42| 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 an EPSSG Science Support Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The activities will include scientific aspects related to the development of the product processing functions of the optical imaging missions in the EPSSG ground segment. As successful candidate you will work in a matrix structure providing crossdivisional support and be hosted in the Remote Sensing and Products Division of the Technical and Science Support Department at EUMETSAT Headquarters, located in Darmstadt, Germany. Your tasks and responsibilities will include Preparation of product generation specifications for the product processing facilities Prototyping of product generation functions Generation of product contents specifications Preparation of test data Preparation of initial calibrationvalidation plans Contribution to the generation of performance budgets Assessment of results from external studies Contribution to the initiation of scientific support studies System meetings and activities of instrument functional chain teams IFCT Participation in ground segment andor instrument reviews, progress and technical meetings. These will also involve close crossdivisional interactions and interface with experts in various disciplines system engineering, instruments, ground segment, operations, science. Requirements Essentials Scientific consultancy will be sought in the areas of optical imaging to support the development work for the optical imagers METimage visibleinfrared multispectral, mediumresolution imager and 3MI Multiviewing, Multichannel, Multipolarisation imager. You should have the experience and capability to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum level of supervision. You should have the following experience and background University degree in remote sensing, meteorology, oceanography, physics, or equivalent At least three years of experience in the field of remote sensing in one or more of the areas listed above, including involvement in processing of satellite data up to level1 calibrated geolocated radiances andor level 2 geophysical parameters Very good skills in a highlevel, compiled programming language, such as Fortran, CC, Java Fluency in commandline use on LinuxUnix platforms Skills in writing scientifictechnical documents Familiarity with Microsoft Office Good interpersonal skills in support of team work Fluency in English is mandatory this is the working language at EUMETSAT, and you must be able to work effectively in this language. Desirables The following experience would be an additional asset Experience in understanding and specifying requirements Experience with the specification, development and validation of satellite data processing chains Experience with calibration and product validation methods Knowledge in radiative transfer. 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 EPSSG Science Support Engineer Reference G015225EUM Application closing date 02.11.2015 Start date 04.01.2015 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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IDG Contributor Network: New wireless science promises 100-times faster Wi-Fi

2015-09-23 06:55:35| Wireless - Topix.net

Terahertz radiation , also known as submillimeter radiation, could be the next wireless radio band to be used for data, after we move on from 5G. 5G is our next-generation mobile wireless-likely made up of predominantly millimeter spectrum.

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Pittman receives Science in Practice award

2015-09-21 20:44:00| National Hog Farmer

Awarded at Allen D. Leman Swine Conference Jeremy Pittman, veterinarian with Murphy-Brown LLC, was named the 2015 recipient of the Science in Practice award presented at the Allen D. Leman Swine Conference. read more

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BepiColombo Science Operations EngineerScientist

2015-09-21 15:03:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Aurora is an established supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. Aurora has the opportunity to expand our support within the Science and Robotic Exploration Directorate DSRE. Aurora currently has a team of 26 engineers and scientists at ESAC. Overview BepiColombo is a joint ESAJAXA mission to Mercury. The mission comprises two spacecraft, ESAs Mercury Planetary Orbiter MPO and JAXAs Mercury Magnetospheric Orbiter MMO. The two spacecraft will be launched in 2017 with arrival at Mercury in early 2024. The activities of the MPO Science Ground Segment SGS include Science Operations Planning of the MPO payload, science data processing and data distribution to the instrument teams, quick look data analysis of science data and archiving of data in the BepiColombo science archive. The MPO SGS has interfaces with the Operational Ground Segment OGS at ESOC, the MMO JAXA Sagamihara Space Operations Centre SSOC, the MPO Instrument Teams and the Scientific Community. The SGS is based at the European Space Astronomy Centre ESAC in Villanueva de la Caada, Madrid, Spain. This service covers activities to be carried out by an Operations EngineerScientist in the area of Systems and Science Operations analysis, design and development. This role requires that deep knowledge of spacecraft and instrument functionalities and performances, as well as science operations methods and processes, is acquired and maintained throughout the duration of the service. This knowledge shall be transferred to the SGS design and development process to ensure that all requirements and the instrument operational needs and constraints are properly accounted for in the SGS definition and system design. Tasks The incumbent shall perform the following tasks Operations Analysis Define, plan and coordinate analyses of instrument and spacecraft operations during NECP, cruise, MOI, nominal and extended orbital missions in the context of the SGS Science Planning System development, testing and operations. Study, prototype and develop asneeded Science Operations Analysis SOA environments, workflows and tools in support of the above analyses. Develop procedures for the usage of SOA environments, workflows and tools, the execution of the SOA related tasks and relevant automation whenever applicable. Analyse available operations modelling tools in the context of the above workflows and develop mechanisms to provide required, unavailable, functionality. Interface with DTEC concerning the update of heritage science operations tools and development of new capabilities, including science operations planning. Coordinate the execution of the Science Operations Analysis activities throughout the SGS. Conduct Operational Constraint Analysis at instrument and system level. Iterate on operations scenarios with the PI teams, ESA Project and OGS, and industry during Science Working Team SWT, Science Operations Working Group SOWG, and other relevant meetings. Develop, with PI teams, strategies for science operations optimization including maximization of datareturn through available SSMM mechanisms. Produce Operations and Constraint Analysis Reports on studied scenarios. Provide support to the Project Scientist, as required, including but not limited to shortterm analyses of specific mission science operations scenarios. Coordinate, with the Project Scientist, the preparation of the mission Science Activity Plan SAP, assisting in the automation of the process where possiblenecessary. Coordinate, with the Project Scientist and SWT the compilation of a Science Traceability Matrix TMX and its interface to an Observations Catalogue. Organise and maintain all information concerning instrument operations deemed necessary for future knowledge preservation. Support the QPM SOWG DHAWG etc. meetings, as required System Development Contribute to the design, specification and prototyping of an Observations Catalogue, a Science Planning System and the interfaces of these components to the rest of the SGS system work to be done with Uplink Systems Engineer. Contribute to the SGS preparation activities, such as definition of operations plans procedures and preparation of training activities Contribute to overall SGS requirement specification and design, by assisting in the definition of user requirements for the SGS and reviewingassessing completeness and adequacy of System being designed and implemented. Cooperate with other projects on operational matters e.g. promote the exchange of information with missions that have various similarities with BepiColombo e.g. Rosetta, EXOMARS, JUICE, SOLO Interface with the CrossMission Support Office for the development and testing of SPICE kernels e.g. Instrument specific, orbit attitude as required Contribute to the definition and specification of the Quick Look Analysis requirements and processes and follow implementation of Instrument Data Processing pipelines by ITs. Maintain close interactions with the DHA community both in and outside of ESA, e.g. PDS, USGS, OpenPlanetary, etc. AIV Support Provide support to the instrument teams in the preparation of AIV test scenarios and scripts, and execution of AIV activities and calibration campaigns. Provide advanced and onsite support to ESA Project and industry in the coordination, preparation and execution of AIV activities at instrument level. Analyse and model AIV system and instrument scenarios in the context of resource usage. Research In order to ensure good insight into the relevant area and for proximity to the PIinstrument teams and the larger science community, scientific andor technology research activities in relevant areas are encouraged. Specific qualification requirements University degree preferably Ph.D. in a scientific or technical subject. Relevant professional experience of at least 5 years. In particular, possess the following experience, knowledge and proficiency in Demonstrable experience in the fields of planetary science instrument operations analysis, planning and execution Demonstrable prototypingdevelopment experience in the area of operations analysis environments and tools Demonstrable knowledge of Science Operations for planetary missions at ESA, and the associated tools and processes Experience of system and software design and specification Knowledge of astronomicalplanetary instrumentation, preferably related to Mercury. Experience in development and execution of AIV test specifications and command scenarios at instrumentlevel Proven experience in managing multiple interfaces with the Scientific Community and Industry Proven ability to compile and reduce complex analyses into succinct reports and presentations Experience of data processing of spacebased data Knowledge of space geometry concepts and use of other ancillary information including experience with the SPICE ancillary information system Knowledge of operations processes used on previous Mercury missions, e.g. NASA MESSENGER SciBox, ACTREACT Programming experience in several languages Python, CC, Java, Fortran, Perl Demonstrable experience in programming and administration of Windows, UNIX and MacOS Operating Systems. In addition Experience interacting with the science community would be an advantage. Applicants must be willing to render the service in a team environment. Applicants must be willing to travel. Good interpersonal and communication skills are an advantage. Applicants must be comfortable in an international working environment Be fluent in written and spoken English one of the official languages of ESA. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in Spain without the need to obtain a work visa. Only European Union citizens can be employed by Aurora in Spain. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their passport and degree certificate. Aurora will validate the Degree with the issuing University and provide evidence to ESA. Prior to issuing a letter of employment the applicant shall provide to Aurora a recent official document declaring that they are of good conduct from the country where currently resident. Location The work will be performed at the ESAC, the European Space Astronomy Centre, at Villafranca del Castillo, near Madrid, Spain. Contract You will be registered for both social security and tax in Spain. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. In addition to public health services Aurora provides private medical insurance in Spain. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora can assist financially and provide recent experience information for relocation. To be considered for this Position Provide by 13 October 2015 a detailed Recruitment Form which ends in a motivation letter to Mr. Alex Jeanes, at email alexjeanesaurora.nl quoting reference SRE116. Note it is also possible to send a preliminary motivation letter and CV for initial evaluation. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their detailed technical proposal and candidates to ESA.

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Science Operations Engineer BEPI SCJ2918

2015-09-21 15:03:56| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Summary An experienced Operations ScientistEngineer to work onsite at ESAC within BepiColombo Science Operations for Telespazio VEGA. Objective To support the area of Systems and Science Operations analysis, design and development. Responsibilities Duties This role requires that deep knowledge of spacecraft and instrument functionalities and performances, as well as science operations methods and processes, is acquired and maintained throughout the duration of the service. This knowledge shall be transferred to the SGS design and development process to ensure that all requirements and the instrument operational needs and constraints are properly accounted for in the SGS definition and system design. Duties will include but are not limited to Operations Analysis Define, plan and coordinate analyses of instrument and spacecraft operations during NECP, cruise, MOI, nominal and extended orbital missions in the context of the SGS Science Planning System development, testing and operations. Study, prototype and develop asneeded Science Operations Analysis SOA environments, workflows and tools in support of the above analyses. Develop procedures for the usage of SOA environments, workflows and tools, the execution of the SOA related tasks and relevant automation whenever applicable. Analyse available operations modelling tools in the context of the above workflows and develop mechanisms to provide required, unavailable, functionality. Interface with DTEC concerning the update of heritage science operations tools and development of new capabilities, including science operations planning. Coordinate the execution of the Science Operations Analysis activities throughout the SGS. Conduct Operational Constraint Analysis at instrument and system level. Iterate on operations scenarios with the PI teams, ESA Project and OGS, and industry during Science Working Team SWT, Science Operations Working Group SOWG, and other relevant meetings. Develop, with PI teams, strategies for science operations optimization including maximization of datareturn through available SSMM mechanisms. Produce Operations and Constraint Analysis Reports on studied scenarios. Provide support to the Project Scientist, as required, including but not limited to shortterm analyses of specific mission science operations scenarios. Coordinate, with the Project Scientist, the preparation of the mission Science Activity Plan SAP, assisting in the automation of the process where possiblenecessary. Coordinate, with the Project Scientist and SWT the compilation of a Science Traceability Matrix TMX and its interface to an Observations Catalogue. Organise and maintain all information concerning instrument operations deemed necessary for future knowledge preservation. Support the QPM SOWG DHAWG etc. meetings, as required System Development Contribute to the design, specification and prototyping of an Observations Catalogue, a Science Planning System and the interfaces of these components to the rest of the SGS system work to be done with Uplink Systems Engineer. Contribute to the SGS preparation activities, such as definition of operations plans procedures and preparation of training activities Contribute to overall SGS requirement specification and design, by assisting in the definition of user requirements for the SGS and reviewingassessing completeness and adequacy of System being designed and implemented. Cooperate with other projects on operational matters e.g. promote the exchange of information with missions that have various similarities with BepiColombo e.g. Rosetta, EXOMARS, JUICE, SOLO Interface with the CrossMission Support Office for the development and testing of SPICE kernels e.g. Instrument specific, orbit attitude as required Contribute to the definition and specification of the Quick Look Analysis requirements and processes and follow implementation of Instrument Data Processing pipelines by ITs. Maintain close interactions with the DHA community both in and outside of ESA, e.g. PDS, USGS, OpenPlanetary, etc. AIV Support Provide support to the instrument teams in the preparation of AIV test scenarios and scripts, and execution of AIV activities and calibration campaigns Provide advanced and onsite support to ESA Project and industry in the coordination, preparation and execution of AIV activities at instrument level Analyse and model AIV system and instrument scenarios in the context of resource usage Qualifications Experience MSc minimum preferably Ph.D. in a relevant analytical subject area e.g. Computational Physics, AstronomyAstrophysics, Engineering Demonstrable experience in the fields of planetary science instrument operations analysis, planning and execution Demonstrable prototypingdevelopment experience in the area of operations analysis environments and tools Demonstrable knowledge of Science Operations for planetary missions at ESA, and the associated tools and processes Experience of system and software design and specification Knowledge of astronomicalplanetary instrumentation, preferably related to Mercury. Experience in development and execution of AIV test specifications and command scenarios at instrumentlevel Proven experience in managing multiple interfaces with the Scientific Community and Industry Proven ability to compile and reduce complex analyses into succinct reports and presentations Experience of data processing of spacebased data Knowledge of space geometry concepts and use of other ancillary information including experience with the SPICE ancillary information system Knowledge of operations processes used on previous Mercury missions, e.g. NASA MESSENGER SciBox, ACTREACT Programming experience in several languages Python, CC, Java, Fortran, Perl Demonstrable experience in programming and administration of Windows, UNIX and MacOS Operating Systems. Essential Skills Possess excellent communications skills and be able to document their work Interact freely with any member of the institutions involved in BepiColombo SGS development operations work. Qualities Experience in interacting with the science community would be an advantage Must be willing to operate in a team environment and to travel Be selfmotivated and be able to work independently. Ability to take initiative and proactively seek solutions to problems would be valued The person should be comfortable in an international working environment and be fluent in English, one of the official languages of ESA Further Details All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful engineer is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any engineer to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Closing Date for applications is Monday 12th October 2015 Location of the position is ESAC,Villafranca, Spain Benefits Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package 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 engineers 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.

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