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Satellite Application Facilities Engineering Consultancy Support
2016-02-18 14:08:06| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Job Description The Consultant will be performing the following tasks Using our Client Webbased RID Tool, support the preparation and conduction of all Satellite Application Facilities FAF Reviews, properly configuring the tool for each review, based on related organisational notes, and the generation of review reports, support the evolution of the used Webbased RID tool in line with evolving requirements as well as detected anomalies to be corrected Update and refine the structure of the SAF Network Management Intranet and Extranet areas and update the related content in line with the evolving status of the SAF Network Maintain on the SAF Network Management Extranet the SAF Controlled Documentation Baseline at network level and for each SAF The continuous evolution of the SAF Network also requires systematic updates to the contents of related pages in addition to maintaining their coherence with the interlinked external web sites e.g. SAFs Leading Entities, relevant International Initiatives Support the conception of appropriate Web Pages allowing the retrieval the SAF Baseline as identified above Ingestion of the related new documentation metadata into the supporting Database Update of the SAF System Architectural synthesis available through the Internet Configure the SAF Client FTP Server, used in conjunction with other WEB Tools Support the followon of the SAF Developments related to MTG and EPS SG, including assessment of evolution of requirements, evolution of design and interfaces with respect to the baseline plans, providing synthesis elements to be made available via InternetExtranet Support the supervision and assessment of SAF Verification and Validation activities for all new productsoperational chains related to MTG and EPS SG, in particular in terms of evaluation of the test progress with respect to the Client Multi Mission Elements MME of the Ground Segment Dissemination and ArchivingRetrieval, evaluation of the coherence of the SAFs Verification and Validation plans and Test Records with respect to the programme Verification and Validation approach of new satellite programmes in development, supporting the distribution to SAFs of Test Data related to new satellite programmes in development for use by SAFs for verification and validation purposed, gathering of Verification Validation Results provided by SAFs for inclusion in the Verification Validation Files of the new programmes in development Support the configuration of the Webbased RID Tool in line with the organisation notes for our Client Programme reviews Support the programme review secretariat during the conduction of reviews is so explicitly requested and agreed. Requirements The Consultant shall have the following A Bachelor degree of Science in Computer Science or equivalent General Knowledge of Ground Segment Engineering lifecycles Experience in Project Reviews Organisation and conduction Knowledge of requirements definition and traceability Knowledge of engineering standards used in Ground Segment Developments, such as ECSS Experience in WEB application in implementing and maintaining web contents and services for Internet, Intranet and Extranet systems Experience in using Web Contents Management Systems. 5.2 Technology Skills for the WEB activities Experience in PHPJavaScriptHTML5CSS3 Experience in Relational Database e.g Oracle and metadata management for documentation systems based on extrane Basic knowledge of Verification and Validation processes Use of Web Collaboration Tools Knowledge of Internet technical and organisational aspects, internetworking concepts and architectures, classical Internet applications e.g. FTP, SMTP, NNTP Knowledge in of using, XML,XSD, and XSLT Experience of working in an ISOcertified environment would be also appreciated. Fluency in English.
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Satellite Application Facilities Engineer
2016-02-18 14:08:05| 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 Satellite Application Facilities Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The EUMETAT SAF Web Area encompasses a suite of webbased tools necessary to support SAF Network Management activities. Examples are the Webbased RID tool supporting the SAF Reviews and the tools enabling control of the SAF baseline. Such tools need to be kept uptodate in line with progress of SAF developments. The following Tasks shall be performed Task 1 Using the EUMETSAT Webbased RID Tool, support the preparation and conduction of all SAF Reviews, properly configuring the tool for each review, based on related organisational notes, and the generation of review reports. You should also support the evolution of the used Webbased RID tool in line with evolving requirements as well as detected anomalies to be corrected. Typically, up to 3035 SAF Reviews are conducted every year, either by email exchange, with collocation meeting of the review board and the SAF project, or when via teleconf. Task 2 Update and refine the structure of the SAF Network Management Intranet and Extranet areas and update the related content in line with the evolving status of the SAF Network. Task 3 Maintain on the SAF Network Management Extranet the SAF Controlled Documentation Baseline at network level and for each SAF. The continuous evolution of the SAF Network also requires systematic updates to the contents of related pages in addition to maintaining their coherence with the interlinked external web sites e.g. SAFs Leading Entities, relevant International Initiatives. This requires continuous crosschecks between EUMETSAT SAF Web pages and external pages. In addition, using the EUMETSAT Web Site framework, you should support the conception of appropriate Web Pages allowing the retrieval the SAF Baseline as identified in Task 2 above. Task 4 Ingestion of the related new documentation metadata into the supporting Database Task 5 Update of the SAF System Architectural synthesis available through the Internet Task 6 Configure the SAF EUMETSAT FTP Server, used in conjunction with other WEB Tools. A dedicated FTP Server is available for the exchange of documentation between the SAFs and EUMETSAT. This FTP server supports specific SAF reviews and also a dedicated documentation exchange during different phases of a SAF project. In the context of the development of the new EUMETSAT Satellite Systems, and in particular of MTG and EPSSG, there is a need to ensuring proper interactions and cross coordination between SAFs and the EUMETSAT Programmes, as committed to provide products based on data from related satellites, and these programmes. Specific support tasks are therefore requested as follows. Task 7 Support the followon of the SAF Developments related to MTG and EPSSG, including assessment of evolution of requirements, evolution of design and interfaces with respect to the baseline plans, providing synthesis elements to be made available via Internet Extranet. Task 8 Support the supervision and assessment of SAF Verification and Validation activities for all new products operational chains related to MTGand EPSSG, in particular in terms of o Evaluation of the test progress with respect to EUMETSAT MultiMission Elements MME of the Ground Segment Dissemination and Archiving Retrieval o Evaluation of the coherence of the SAFs Verification and Validation plans and Test Records with respect to the programme Verification and Validation approach of new satellite programmes in development o Supporting the distribution to SAFs of Test Data related to new satellite programmes in development for use by SAFs for verification and validation purposed o Gathering of Verification Validation Results provided by SAFs for inclusion in the Verification Validation Files of the new programmes in development. Support to EUMETSAT Programme Reviews The EUMETSAT PRS Division supports the overall Review processes for the programmes in development, at system, ground segment and lower level as appropriate. For these review the Webbased RID tool is used and maintained configured by PRS. In this context the Contractor shall perform the following tasks Task 9 To support the configuration of the Webbased RID Tool in line with the organisation notes for EUMETSAT Programme reviews. Typically, this support will be relevant for up to 10 reviews per year. Task 10 To support the programme review secretariat during the conduction of reviews is so explicitly requested and agreed. Requirements Essentials As a minimum, you should have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent, and a proven experience and skills as specified hereafter General Knowledge of Ground Segment Engineering lifecycles Experience in Project Reviews Organisation and conduction Knowledge of requirements definition and traceability Knowledge of engineering standards used in Ground Segment Developments, such as ECSS Experience in WEB application in implementing and maintaining web contents and services for Internet, Intranet and Extranet systems Experience in using Web Contents Management Systems. Technology Skills for the WEB activities Experience in PHPJavaScriptHTML5CSS3 Experience in Relational Database e.g Oracle and metadata management for documentation systems based on extranet. Desirables Experience in one or more of the following will be considered as an advantage Basic knowledge of Verification and Validation processes Use of Web Collaboration Tools Knowledge of Internet technical and organisational aspects, internetworking concepts and architectures, classical Internet applications e.g. FTP, SMTP, NNTP knowledge in of using, XML,XSD, and XSLT Being EUMETSAT ISO 9001 certified, experience of working in an ISOcertified environment would be also appreciated. 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 Satellite Application Facilities Engineer Reference G016EUM160 Application closing date 08042016 Start date ASAP 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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Global satellite map highlights sensitivity of Australia's plants
2016-02-17 21:44:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Australian Broadcasting Corporation: The study suggests the vegetation of our interior does not respond to sudden increases in rainfall because it has "learned" that drought will soon follow. It also indicates the Murray-Darling Basin is one of the world's most ecologically sensitive zones, and highlights the fact that Australian flora is most sensitive to changes in water availability. The maps are part of a study, published today in the journal Nature, that analyses 14 years of satellite data measuring the key climate variables...
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Telecom Satellite Platform Engineer
2016-02-17 18:06:27| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
RHEA is currently recruiting a Telecom Satellite Platform Engineer to support the Quantum Project in the Telecommunications and Integrated Applications Directorate, Telecommunication Satellite Programme Department at our clients premises in Harwell, UK. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Monitoring platform units development, integration and testing Monitoring the coherent and costeffective implementation of platform requirements from system level down to the lower application level Working in Partnership with the Satellite Operators to ensure that the platform equipment development proceeds in a timely and pragmatic manner whilst maintaining the original innovative nature of the platform and the supplier working methods. Working with the industrial team to ensure that the design and performance of platform meets its specified requirements, including software, subsystem and unit performances Monitoring and ensuring that the platform interfaces are consistent with the Payload and system and quality aspects. Ensuring the adequacy of relevant operational requirements to control and operate the platform Analysing predicted performance parameters of platform and monitoring these throughout the project phases Supporting platform and lowerlevel reviews, as well as supporting spacecraft level reviews and any nonconformance reviews. Regular reporting to his Platform Manager In the execution of the tasks, the Platform Engineer will liaise closely and proactively with the rest of the Quantum Project team as well as with other Project Teams within the Telecommunications Satellite Programmes Department. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory Master degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or physics The development of satellite platform equipment in the sphere of telecommunications. Systems and strategic thinking, results orientation, responsible risktaking decisionmaking, and relationship management are considered important. Be able to work well in a team and communicate effectively. Technical capabilities, in particular in the mechanicalstructural engineering field, and the capacity to apply analytical and sound judgment to resolve problems pragmatically. Excellent organisation skills, attention to detail, resourcefulness and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. The following skills would be highly desirable Knowledge of another ESA member state language is an asset. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 07032016. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of SECRET or above. About RHEA RHEA is a leading engineering consultancy firm with demonstrated expertise in space, system and secure software solutions. We attract skilled engineers, scientists and management professionals and offer a range of exciting career paths working alongside clients such as the European Space Agency, the European GNSS Agency, EUMETSAT, NATO and Airbus Defence Space.
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Telecom Satellite Platform Engineer
2016-02-17 12:07:57| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
HE 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 Telecom Satellite Platform Engineer to support our customer in the United Kingdom. Telecom Satellite Platform Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities You will support ESAs Telecommunications and Integrated Applications Directorate and have the following responsibilities Monitoring platform units development, integration and testing Monitoring the coherent and costeffective implementation of platform requirements from system level down to the lower application level Working with the industrial team to ensure that the design and performance of platform meets its specified requirements, including software, subsystem and unit performances Monitoring and ensuring that the platform interfaces are consistent with the Payload and system and quality aspects Analysing predicted performance parameters of platform and monitoring these throughout the project phases Supporting platform and lowerlevel reviews, as well as supporting spacecraft level reviews and any nonconformance reviews. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience Extensive experience in development of satellite platform equipment in the sphere of telecommunications Demonstrate proven technical capabilities, in particular in the mechanicalstructural engineering field, and the capacity to apply analytical and sound judgment to resolve problems pragmatically Fluency in English is mandatory knowledge of another European language is an advantage. This job is located in Harwell. We welcome applicants from the European Union who are available from Mai 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 Micheline Belisle at jobshespace.com, quoting job UKSC2976 before March 7th, 2016.
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