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Satellite Navigation Performance System Engineer Senior fm
2017-09-14 15:10:40| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2016, it generated revenues of 67 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as Europes number one space enterprise and the worlds second largest space business. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each others expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary on the ground, in the sky and in space. What can you expect? You will contribute to the ongoing deployment and exploitation phase of Galileo, the European satellite navigation system, as well as the definition of the future second generation of Galileo with a high responsibility for system performance and integrity aspects. You will join the Airbus Navigation Department. With more than 60 engineers and almost 20 years of experience it is one of the leading expert groups in Europe for the development and implementation of the European satellite navigation systems EGNOS and Galileo. In your daily activities you can expect Management of system performance budgets in combination with underlying system modelling to provide the required statistical evidences Full responsibility for the definition and assessment of service performance parameters aligned to system performance requirements Contribute to performance trouble shooting for the Galileo system with detailed investigation of system anomalies and feared events which includes the responsibility for definition and assessment of required algorithms for data evaluation. Contribute to the implementation of Galileo SafetyofLife support functions for EGNOS and ARAIM by definition and assessment of feared events, integrity trees and system models in combination with collection of empirical evidence. What are we looking for? Educated to a degree in an Engineering discipline such as Navigation, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Geodesy or equivalent. Demonstrated experience in satellite navigation systems, in particular GPS, Galileo and SBAS Profound knowledge on GNSS algorithms for data processing and system performance budget management Solid experience in navigation system and user algorithms including precise positioning concepts such as PPP and RTK Familiarity in statistics and in describing and modelling of statistical processes in particular for error propagation analyses Deep understanding of GNSS enduser constraints and GNSS applications including integrity aspects for Advanced RAIM and SafetyLife applications Experience in systems engineering processes, rapid coding and efficient usage of engineering tools Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical problems and define innovative solutions Motivated to work within an international culture and willingness to adjust to an international environment Readiness to acquire a national security clearance is of advantage Fluent in English To apply click here
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Satellite Applications Facilities SAF Operational Coordination Engineer
2017-09-12 11:10:46| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Do you have the technical expertise and communication skills to coordinate distributed operations involving the extraction and real time dissemination of satellite products such as sea ice, land surface temperature and ozone? EUMETSAT is the European operational satellite agency for monitoring weather, climate and the environment. We observe the atmosphere, ocean and land surfaces from Space using a system of satellites, 365 days a year, offering images and data to provide insights into weather situations, environmental hazards and climate change. Our work helps users worldwide to monitor changes in these to protect lives, lifestyles and properties. Developing the next generation of satellites, we look to shape our future including the way we receive, process and disseminate data and products to our users. Part of our operation is the extraction of products from satellite data and the onward dissemination to our users in real time. The expertise at eight Satellite Applications Facilities SAFs, each led by a National Meteorological Service, is used to facilitate these services. We are recruiting for an engineer to coordinate these activities. In this role you will serve as the prime operational interface of the SAFs, supporting the planning and monitoring of all operations. You will prepare and maintain operational procedures and documents for the operations of SAF services and will maintain operational interfaces between the SAFs and EUMETSAT Headquarters facilities, mainly the EUMETSAT Data Centre and EUMETCast near real time data broadcast system. With the support of operations and technical support teams you will coordinate daytoday operations with SAFs and cooperate with them to develop the implementation of new products and services. Along with a University degree in Telecommunications, Physics, Electronics or Software Engineering or equivalent, you should be able to demonstrate a wide experience in operations of Earth Observation ground segment systems and in the operational planning and monitoring of near real time data services, preferably in highavailability environment. A working knowledge of imaging and sounding instruments of meteorological satellites and their main observations along with some experience of a UNIX operating system would be considered an advantage. The role will require you to communicate effectively under a variety of circumstances and to work autonomously with the minimum of supervision. The ability to perform effectively and calmly under pressure is required. In addition to an attractive salary and benefits package, EUMETSAT provides an outstanding working environment in Darmstadt, the City of Science. We can support new staff with language training, as well as relocation and other social welfare advice, if you are new to the area. For more information, please go to httpsonlineapplication.eumetsat.int reference VN 17 53. All applicants must be EUMETSAT Member State nationals with a good working knowledge of the English language in a business environment. You also require some knowledge of French. EUMETSAT is committed to providing an equal opportunities work environment for men and women and is seeking to recruit nationals from its Member States. Closing date is 8th October 2017 with interviews provisionally booked for wc 13th November 2017.
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Successful launch of the HISPASAT Amazonas 5 satellite
2017-09-12 11:00:58| Digital TV News
HISPASAT has successfully launched its eleventh satellite, Amazonas 5. Its 24 transponders in the Ku band, with coverage of Central and South America, provide high-performance direct-to-home television (DTH) services.
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Satellite Ground Segment Engineer NOC
2017-09-07 14:10:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Introduction Want to work at the ESA Satellite Operations Centre? Come and help us shape the future of satellite communications Thorn SDS provides worldclass service and solutions to our clients. We support organisations with cutting edge technologies and customised solutions. We are constantly looking for talent to be part of our successful team. We are looking for two Satellite Ground Segment Engineers to work in a newly established Network Operations Centre NOC and to join our dynamic team based at the European Space Agency, Darmstadt, Germany. This is a great opportunity to develop and grow your career in a multinational environment under the guidance of industry experts. If you are a highly motivated individual who is looking to start and develop a career in the space industry, this is a unique opportunity. We would also welcome applications from less experienced engineers who may be interested in joining us in a Junior Engineer capacity. Your Tasks You will routinely work a shift system, usually on early shift or normal working office hours, however there will be an occasional requirement to take part in a 247 shift pattern in support of launches or special operations Activities will include Special engineering tasks including validation of new systems and support with launch and early orbit LEO activities. Provide support to future customers e.g. handling of adaptive link budget for KKa band Provide 1st and 2nd line operations IT and satellite network including the supervision of technicians Provide engineering support to Station, Subsystem and Ground Operations Engineers Undertake testing and evaluation of new system configurations Support mission preparations including launches, mission readiness tests, station tests and tracking campaigns Participate in the support teams for satellite launches Engineering support to the evolution of the Network Support Service Develop training material and deliver courses Your Profile You must be an excellent communicator, proficient in the English language with a passion for the Space Industry. You should have a widebased understanding of radio, telecommunications, and IT systems in an operational environment. Ideally, candidates will have some experience of control systems or satellite ground segment. We will train you on all aspects of the ESA Ground Segment and in return you will be expected to work hard and contribute fully to a critical 24x7 service to ESA. This is a role with huge potential and we fully expect candidates to progress enormously, advancing into other engineering roles. The NOC Engineer will hold a University degree, or equivalent, in Electronic engineering, IT, or related discipline have a professional IT Networking certificate with the motivation to progress quickly to Cisco CCNA be able to demonstrate the ability to take the lead and to supervise a technical operations team have an excellent understanding of the commercial sensitivities required in a multiagency working environment have experience of delivering excellent customer service and have an understanding of the fundamentals of Service Management within an ITIL operation demonstrate a track record of operating within a modern service management environment, with a good understanding of SLAs, KPIs, and performance objectives and reviews We Offer Thorn SDS offers a competitive salary and a generous holiday package. We support ongoing professional development, and will provide training and development in a multiagency environment working on state of the art satellite operations.You will be a part of our onsite team and will help to define and deliver the services we offer to our clients. On the ESA site, you will have access to a subsidised gym, a staff canteen, lots of opportunities to become involved in social clubs and charity events.The offices are based in the town centre and offer free parking. With our team based in central Darmstadt, we can help you with relocation, if required. Our local team will support you with career progression.If you are new to the area, we can offer practical help and advice too. We welcome diversity in our workforce. Please send your CV and covering letter in English to aliebig.thorntonline.de
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Technical Manager Satellite Communication and Drone Systems
2017-09-07 14:10:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
esc Aerospace is a fifteenyearold company, highly respected and a leader in the field of onboard flight software and instruments, onboard computers and GNCAOCS products for unmanned systems in Germany and the Czech Republic. Market segments are Space, Launchers and Drones. Areas of business include Aerospace, IT systems, Communications, Defense, Transportation Systems and Control and Automation. We are looking for a support of our highly dynamic team in Munich, Germany. Skills we would like to see in candidates are Strong system engineering background Strong satellite communication background Experienced software architect, AGILE methods Strong software development background, basic electronic hardware development background Strong background in development of unmanned aerial systems UAS, UAV, RPAS, drones Embedded systems, Pixhawk, Java, C, ... Experience in working with customers like ESA, Airbus, Thales Experience in test management, test procedures, test evaluation and reports in the frame of agency projects e.g. ESA or big industry corporations Selfmotivated, works independently, stress tolerant Proven achievements in leading a team Achievements in subcontractor management, negotiation skills Willingness to travel frequently, including travel abroad Ability to present our company professionally Feels comfortable to work in an international environment Degree Aerospace Engineering, Information Technology, Physics or similar bachelor or higher Language skills English business fluent, German would be an asset Nationality European Union, US, Canada, must be able to obtain security clearances in Germany
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