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Spacecraft Operations Engineer Mission Planning and Payloads MF
2014-02-24 15:44:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Spacecraft Operations Engineer Mission Planning and Payloads MF Telespazio VEGA Deutschland has been supporting the European Space Industry for over 30 years, including ESA, DLR, EUMETSAT and CNES. This is a regular opportunity for an experienced Engineer to work in the domain of satellite operations operations preparations in Darmstadt ESAEsoc. Its covering a Spacecraft Operations Engineering service primarily assigned to Sentinel1 mission, but with the possibility of supporting other missions within the Earth Observation Missions Division. The primary areas of responsibility for this position are the CBand SAR instrument and the Optical Communications Payload OCP but the candidate may be requested to assume the responsibility and perform activities for additional subsystems or systems within the scope of general SOE services. RESPONSIBILITIES DUTIES specific to Sentinel1 Validation, test and operation of the MCS Mission Planning System The definition of the Mission Planning interface with PDGS Inorbit commissioning Responsible for the SAR and OCP NDIU PSS validation, test and operation LEOP support Responsible for Payloads, Power, Thermal and Deployables QUALIFICATIONSEXPERIENCE University or similar degree in aerospace, electronics or physics A few years experiences with operational aspects of satellites ESSENTIAL SKILLS Spacecraft subsystem knowledge, preferably for SAR instruments or similar payloads Experience in activities applicable to spacecraft operations Fluency in English, both in speech and writing Coordinate and interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Able to work independently DESIRABLE SKILLS Familiarity with the ESOC environment Familiarity with satellite control systems, in particular SCOS2000 Some experience dealing with external interfaces Familiarity with operational simulators, especially the ones based on SimSat Familiarity with low Earth orbit satellites BENEFITS Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 30 days holiday, generous training possibilities and Telespazio VEGA Deutschland pension scheme is offered to the successful candidate. APPLICATION You are looking for a challenging position in a very interesting, international environment? Then you should send your detailed application preferably online with your availability and current salary status.
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Mission Planning Engineer
2013-12-23 12:35:33| 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 Germany. Description The Consultant shall perform tasks related to all aspects of managing the Satellite Mission Planning Facility MPS during routine operations. These include Performing Spacecraft routine scheduling tasks on all Satellite operational ground segments this includes routine weekly scheduling, rescheduling for a manoeuvre or a manoeuvre cancellation, and rescheduling at very short notice as a result of an operational contingency, possibly during the night or during weekends Performing Satellite routing scheduling tasks at the backup control centre in support of periodic or emergency activations, as defined within the Spacecraft Mission Planning team Managing and monitoring schedule execution on all ground segments on a daily basis and responding to anomalies and operational contingencies promptly Performing preventative maintenance on the MPS according to working practice. This involves deleting old database structures and files when necessary, and on a daily basis running MPS system checks to spot any system anomalies or errors Raising anomaly reports when necessary and monitoring their resolution through attendance at appropriate review boards. Supplying context and initial analyses that may aid the investigation of anomalies Maintaining a thorough knowledge of the Satellite space and ground segment operational needs that are met using the MPS. Keeping up to date with any changes to these needs, and with the Satellite space and ground segments as a whole. Organising meetings with relevant space and ground segment experts to discuss how best to implement new operational needs in MPS Maintenance, update and documentation of the MPS operational implementation. This consists of database structures such as resource, master schedule, operation, template, activity, procedure and event definitions, and associated rules that are used to implement operational needs. Performing judicious updates and associated testing as and when changes to the operational implementation are identified, or when bugsinconsistencies are found Rolling out of new versions of the MPS operational implementation onto operational ground segments when required, following approved configuration management procedures Maintenance and development of MPS documentation such as the User Guide and the Database Operations Handbook. The latter documents the operational implementation i.e. all database structures and rules Liaising with external entities e.g. NOAA in order to fulfil joint operations requirements. Maintaining documentation concerning this Participating in the definition of any changes to the supplied MPS application software or to our inhouse supporting software that could lead to an improvement in the performance andor ergonomics of the MPS. Contributing to the process of implementing such changes, and liaising with any external contractors that may be performing the changes Contributing to the definition and raising of Engineering Change Proposals, Small Change Requests and Change Requests concerning the Satellite MPS, and attending ECP Review Board meetings if necessary Contributing to the operational validation of new versions of the Satellite MPS application software, including testing of ARNCR correction and new functionality. This may include FAT or OSAT attendance Participation in any necessary meetings and reviews long term scheduling, schedule consolidation, anomaly review boards, etc Training of personnel in Satellite Mission Planning oncall and routine scheduling tasks as required Providing mission planning support to other operational missions e.g. MSG, MTG or future missions as required. Profile In addition to having a university degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, the Consultant shall have experience of low earth orbit LEO spacecraft and ground segment system operations. Furthermore, it would be a distinct advantage for the Consultant to have experience with the following Routine mission planning and control room operations A logical rules programming environment e.g. ILOG, JBoss The UNIX operating system Satellite monitoring control CVS Version Control software Configuration Control software e.g. Dimensions The Consultant 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 Consultant should be used to working proactively within a small team. Location Germany Application deadline ASAP 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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Planning Engineer and Resources Engineering MF
2013-12-16 09:35:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Reporting to the Head of Group Resources Engineering within the Department of Development and Innovation, you will be responsible for the technical optimisation of the allocation and use of capacity in the space segment in order to ensure high quality service while maximising the income from the capacity. Missions Determine, together with customers, operators, the capacity needed in the space segment for setting up services, define the technical and operational characteristics of the carriers and ensure that they are compatible in terms of interference, determine their operating parameters and draw up the transmission plans. allocate capacity in the space sector working alongside the Commercial Department and coordinate the work between the different internal entities involved. write the technical appendices to the lease capacity agreements. Customer support relating to the space capacity management and project development, take an active part in coordinating transfers of service from one satellite to another. Provide technical monitoring and management of transponders and coordinate progress, working with the Commercial Department. Provide other technical and management assistance needed for the Group to function correctly. Profile Masters degree or equivalent in Telecommunications Engineering. 1 to 3 years experience in satellite telecommunications is an advantage. English Fluent
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EPSSG System Planning Engineer fm
2013-07-10 17:37:15| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About us SCISYS Deutschland GmbH provides professional engineering and consultancy services supporting space programmes and missions. We have a strong presence at ESOC and EUMETSAT, as well as serving all ESA sites, ESO, Columbus Control Centre, the German Galileo Control Centre and spacecraft primes. Our team is composed of university graduates and experienced professionals, comprising some of the most knowledgeable, dedicated and talented engineers across Europe. Our services cover the whole life cycle of space programmes from early concepts to operations. Our Space Division provides a dynamic, supportive and friendly atmosphere in which you are encouraged to lead with initiative. We support new ideas from our colleagues and are focused on innovation. Moreover, we actively manage your professional development, training and career progression. For the location in Darmstadt we are looking for an EPSSG System Planning Engineer fm at Eumetsat. Tasks The activities for this consultancy will focus on defining and maintaining the EPSSG system development logic, schedule and all subsystem interactions. The EPSSG system covers the space segment satellite and instruments, ground segment, satellite application facilities, launcher service and LEOP service, as well as the corresponding operations preparation activities. Satellite development is carried out under ESA responsibility but must be coordinated with all other EUMETSAT developments, and all of its interactions with the rest of the system will be defined as part of this activity. The key person would be a member of the EPSSG System Team in the Low Earth Orbit Division LEO at EUMETSAT. The tasks and responsibilities of the key person to be undertaken during the EPSSG Phase B will typically include the following Define a system development logic covering all system elements, up to the time of the handover of the last satellite to the Operations Department Prepare and maintain a detailed system development schedule in coordination with all subsystems and partners, together with a critical path analysis of each version of the schedule Identify all interactions between subsystems and partners, and associate them with main system development milestones and the program work breakdown structure Provide inputs to the sections of the System Development Plan concerning system development logic, schedule and interactions Put into place a database of all interactions allowing their subsequent management Prepare and maintain Interactions Documents defining all interactions between subsystems, together with their need dates. Interactions will cover such areas as Deliverables hardware, software, databases, documentation, algorithms, test data sets, tools, configuration statuses Support mutual review support, joint test and operational rehearsals preparation and execution, test data analyses Access to services, sites, facilities, infrastructure and interfaces Follow up all subsystem developments and participate in any necessary meetings and reviews Track progress against agreed development plans and Interaction Documents and signal any likely or identified deviations from these plans, together with proposals to reduce the impact of any delays Provide regular summary reports on system development progress against the development schedule and the status of interactions Essential requirements For the accomplishment of the listed tasks, knowledge and experience of the following is mandatory A University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in the field of largescale system development Demonstrated ability to define system development logic and schedules and successfully implement them Proficiency with MSProject Demonstrated experience of defining system interactions and successfully implementing them in a large project The key person shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to analyse complex development schedules, identify critical areas and produce accurate and concise analyses and recommendations. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. Desirable Skills Experience of large space systems development would be regarded as a distinct asset. Other information Fluency in English, both spoken and written, is required Travel within Europe, to the United States and possibly other parts of the world may have to be undertaken for certain tasks Must be an EU national or possess a valid German Work Residence Permit Planned start date is 01 October 2013 To guarantee that your application is processed, please apply via our website httpwww.scisys.dewhereweworkspacecareersspacejobs.html
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EPSSG System Planning Support Engineer mf
2013-07-02 16:35:53| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
LSE Space GmbH is truly an international company with widespread expertise in large international projects often crossing multiple organizational, cultural, and technological barriers. LSE Space is looking for an experienced Engineer mf in order to fulfill the duty as EPSSG System Planning Support Engineer at EUMETSAT in DarmstadtGermany. Description The activities for this consultancy will focus on defining and maintaining the EPSSG system development logic, schedule and all subsystem interactions. The EPSSG system covers the space segment satellite and instruments, ground segment, satellite application facilities, launcher service and LEOP service, as well as the corresponding operations preparation activities. Satellite development is carried out under ESA responsibility but must be coordinated with all other EUMETSAT developments, and all of its interactions with the rest of the system will be defined as part of this activity. The activities require one key person for the duration of the consultancy contract. The tasks and responsibilities of the key person to be undertaken during the EPSSG Phase B will typically include the following Define a system development logic covering all system elements, up to the time of the handover of the last satellite to the Operations Department Prepare and maintain a detailed system development schedule in coordination with all subsystems and partners, together with a critical path analysis of each version of the schedule Identify all interactions between subsystems and partners, and associate them with main system development milestones and the program work breakdown structure Provide inputs to the sections of the System Development Plan concerning system development logic, schedule and interactions Put into place a database of all interactions allowing their subsequent management Prepare and maintain Interactions Documents defining all interactions between subsystems, together with their need dates. Interactions will cover such areas as o Deliverables hardware, software, databases, documentation, algorithms, test data sets, tools, configuration statuses o Support mutual review support, joint test and operational rehearsals preparation and execution, test data analyses o Access to services, sites, facilities, infrastructure and interfaces Follow up all subsystem developments and participate in any necessary meetings and reviews Track progress against agreed development plans and Interaction Documents and signal any likely or identified deviations from these plans, together with proposals to reduce the impact of any delays Provide regular summary reports on system development progress against the development schedule and the status of interactions These activities will involve interactions with other EUMETSAT teams. Travel within Europe, to the United States and possibly other parts of the world may have to be undertaken for certain tasks. Profile The key person shall have the following experience and background University degree in the domain of engineering, science, or equivalent At least 5 years of experience in the field of largescale system development Demonstrated ability to define system development logic and schedules and successfully implement them Proficiency with MSProject Demonstrated experience of defining system interactions and successfully implementing them in a large project The following experience would be additional assets Experience of large space systems development. The key person shall be able to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision, have a systematic approach to work, be able to plan hisher work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks. Heshe shall have the capability to analyse complex development schedules, identify critical areas and produce accurate and concise analyses and recommendations. Good communication skills verbal and written are important. Heshe shall be willing to work in a team of engineers and in cooperation with industry and partner agencies. Fluency in English the working language at EUMETSAT is English. Knowledge of French would be an advantage. Application deadline 14082013 Location Darmstadt, Germany
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