je.st
news
Tag: engineer hardware
Digital Hardware Engineer
2017-06-22 12:12:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Hardware Engineer within the Communication Processors Group based in Stevenage. The Communication Processors group is responsible for the development of Digital Processors for use in telecommunication Satellites. The processor functionality ranges from high capacity channelisers, supporting intersatellite optical data links, to implementing cryptographic algorithms to protect the spacecraft. In this rewarding role you will be developing some of the highest performing digital communication payload equipment available anywhere in the world, and be part of the rapidly expanding UK space sector. The availability of advanced Payload Equipment is the driving force behind the digital telecommunication satellite industry, and the team is a proven world leader in this field. We are committed to offering continuous training and career development. We understand that our success is based on our people and we strive to offer all our employees an enjoyable and rewarding career. Your main tasks and responsibilities are likely to include Working as part of a hardware team designing complex digital communication processors, the key equipment on Telecoms satellite payload. Project involvement from negotiating the customer specification to delivering hardware. Working with suppliers to specify, develop and characterise highperformance mixed signal, ASIC and power integrated circuits. Design capture and performance analysis using state of the art techniques and toolsets. Pre and post layout simulations for signal and power integrity. Performing design analysis, ie parts stress, FMECA, worst case and reliability. Working closely with ASIC FPGA designers and directing PCB layout engineers. Coordinating design analyses by company experts in areas such as thermal, mechanical, radiation and EMC. Researching and designing the next generation products, SiP, ALM etc. Essential Experience of the complete hardware design cycle, from requirements capture, through schematic design and constraints capture. Design analyses and handson support of hardware assembly, integration, environmental qualification and production testing. Electronic circuit design, digital and analog, debug, characterisation and design verification. Commissioning of prototype designs at board and unit level. Desirable Experience of the mentor graphics DxDesigner CES flow. Knowledge of high speed digital and mixed signal circuit design. An understanding of power supply design. Experience of the FPGA and ASIC design process with Xilinx and Microsemi devices. Please apply on line for this vacancy using your eRecruiting profile with your CV attached. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. To apply click here
Tags: digital
hardware
engineer
hardware engineer
Space Hardware Systems Engineer
2016-09-23 19:06:46| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Kayser Space, recently established in the UK, brings a 30year heritage in science payloads and subsystems built up by parent company Kayser Italia, a leading supplier of experimental hardware for the International Space Station, specialising in space electronics and life science experiments in microgravity environments. Kayser is building a technology portfolio in the UK and has a long history of working with universities to bring innovations from the research laboratory into space applications. Kayser Space is currently expanding its team to work on ESA funded projects related to hardware development for life science experiments on board the International Space Station. The company is also involved in a range of other microgravity experiments, space technology development and the translation of space hardware and knowhow to other sectors, particularly within the life sciences remit. Key Tasks Responsibilities Reporting to the Programme Manager Technical Lead, the Systems Engineer generates hardware systems concepts, specification, architecture and development plans for new and existing space flight systems, with main duties and responsibilities to include Definition and analysis of system and subsystem requirements from specified userscientific requirements. In the absence of clearly defined specifications, be able to understand the underlying goals in order to proposeclarify equipment requirements. Determine systems architecture specifications and working parameters for hardwaresoftware compatibility and coordinate the development of subsystems to integrate the total system. Specify interfaces between hardware and software to develop and integrate cohesive systems and products. Ability to tradeoff design and technical options to establish the right solution and where applicable procurement method, e.g. make or buy. Carry out the technical evaluation of suppliers and contactors. Apply mature engineering knowledge to large andor complex projects. Engineering planning and overseeing the manufacture procurement of experimental hardware systems and subsystems for space applications, providing coordination of subsystem specialists during implementation, integration and tests in line with space engineering standards and practices. Overall responsibility for technical control and test activities, including availability of facilities, EGSE and test systems, production of test procedures and test results reports, and verification and tracking of requirements. Ensure the complete and timely preparation of project materials and services in line with the technical specifications of the contract. Manage delivery of system and subsystem work packages, including associated documentation, according to standard space engineering practices. Liaise with wider team electronics, software, mechanical design, space systems engineers and scientists, customers, subcontractors and external suppliers on technical matters relating to design, implementation, test and any related systems engineering issues. Provide support in relevant aspects of bidding activities. Essential Skills Experience Qualified to BSc level in Engineering, Physics or equivalent. At least 3years systems engineering experience in space flight hardware development projects, including requirements capture and analysis, design phase, manufacture, procurement and integration phase and test activities. Knowledge of ECSS standards and space engineering practices. Experience working with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers. Proven ability to work independently and use own initiative to identify, clarify and agree scope of tasks, including required documentation output. Desirable Skills Experience Postgraduate qualifications to MSc or PhD level. Familiarity with risk analysis and mitigation, as well as quality and safety aspects, particularly in manned spaceflight environments. Familiarity with life science experiments, microgravity environments, radiation susceptibilityeffectsanalysismodelling andor CubeSat platforms. Right to work in the UK. This role is based in Harwell and will require full time attendance at our offices. There will be the opportunity for some occasional international travel to client sites, especially within Europe. The expectation is for the Systems Engineer to gain experience through involvement in a variety of projects and technical tasks, as well as commercial exposure to the space industry, to evolve into a Technical Lead with Project Management responsibilities. Starting salaries depend on the current level of expertise and experience
Tags: systems
hardware
space
engineer
Hardware Design Engineer
2016-06-29 12:04:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
One of our space clients based in Belgium is seeking a Hardware Design Engineer. The vacancy has the opportunity to be either a permanent position, or a very longterm consultancybased role. Tasks You will immediately be involved in the development of new systems starting from the concept, through component selection to the electrical schemes and layout. It mainly concerns Front End Electronics for electrooptical instruments, controllers and power supply boards, but also space projects. Solving hardware problems for existing instruments is also a part of your responsibility. Qualifications Master degree in Electronics. Experience A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an engineering environment. Very good knowledge of digital andor analogue electronics. A basic knowledge of software development CC, .net is considered advantageous. Experience of involvement in the design of combinations with microcontrollers and FPGAs from concept to working product. Profile A real team player with a handson mentality. Acting proactively, with an analytical mind.
Tags: design
hardware
engineer
design engineer
Test Product System Engineer software and hardware electronics
2015-12-10 16:05:53| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
E Space is a successful international space company. For over 30 years, we have been supporting our customers with qualified experts in the field of engineering, science and administration. We are currently looking for a Test Product System Engineer to support our customer in Denmark. Test Product System Engineer software and hardware electronics Key Tasks and Responsibilities Our customer is an independent Danish company recognized in satellite test systems, software, independent software verification and validation activities, onsite engineering support and power electronics. Their software systems have been utilized for onboard, checkout, ground station, simulation and in many other critical space related domains. You will be part of our project teams, where your primary responsibilities will be system design and configuration and supervision and followup during the subsequent manufacturing, assembly, integration and test phases until requirement closeout and shipment of the final product. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience Many years of relevant working experience in the field of system engineering or handson experience working with digital and analogue systems design and development from inception and design to full customer deployment Handson experience with lowlevel SW development VHDL, C, C, embedded Linux Handson experience with TCPIP protocols and higher level languages Java, C or equivalent Experience with system testing, requirements closeout, product deployment and training Fluency in English is mandatory. This job is located in Copenhagen. We welcome applicants who are available from February 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send us your CV together with a letter of motivation both in English and in Word to Ms Micheline Blisle at jobshespace.com, quoting job DK2770 before 10Jan16. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you! Apply for this job
Tags: system
software
product
test
Senior Hardware Engineer
2015-10-13 15:04:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Airbus Defence and Space is a division of Airbus Group formed by combining the business activities of Cassidian, Astrium and Airbus Military. The new division is Europes number one defence and space enterprise, the second largest space business worldwide and among the top ten global defence enterprises. It employs some 40,000 employees generating revenues of approximately 14 billion per year. A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Hardware Engineer within the Communication Processors Group based in Stevenage. The Communication Processors group is responsible for the development of Digital Processors for use in telecommunication Satellites. The processor functionality ranges from high capacity channelisers, supporting intersatellite optical data links, to implementing cryptographic algorithms to protect the spacecraft. In this rewarding role you will be developing some of the highest performing digital communication payload equipment available anywhere in the world, and be part of the rapidly expanding UK space sector. The availability of advanced Payload Equipment is the driving force behind the digital telecommunication satellite industry, and the team is a proven world leader in this field. We are committed to offering continuous training and career development. We understand that our success is based on our people and we strive to offer all our employees an enjoyable and rewarding career. Your main tasks and responsibilities will include Technical responsibility for a processor equipment, starting from the customer specification through to delivered hardware. Performing component selection, simulations, analysis and schematic capture. Working closely with ASIC FPGA designers and directing PCB layout engineers. Supporting customer reviews. Coordinating analyses by company experts in areas such as thermal, mechanical and radiation. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Educated to degree level in Electronic Engineering or related discipline. Experience of the complete Hardware Design Cycle, from Requirements Capture, through Schematic Design DxDesigner, Constraints capture, Design Analyses to Handson support to Manufacture and Test. Electronic Circuit Design, Digital and Analog, Testing of prototype designs at board and unit level. Knowledge of Mixed Signal and RF Design is desirable. An understanding of Power Supply Design. An understanding of FPGA ASIC design Xilinx, Microsemi. Strong communication and problem solving skills. Please apply on line for this vacancy on line at our careers site www.jobs.airbusgroup.com with your CV attached. To apply click here
Tags: hardware
senior
engineer
senior engineer