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ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer
2021-04-30 12:13:15| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Summary Brand new opportunity for an experienced Earth Observation professional to join the Telespazio UK team, working onsite at ESTEC, supporting the ALTIUS project and its goals. Objective The ALTIUS Project aims at the development of an Earth limb sounder mission based on a small satellite. Its main objective is the monitoring of the distribution stratospheric ozone at high vertical resolution in support of longterm monitoring and operational services. ALTIUS Measurements of concentration profiles of other atmospheric species as well as of aerosol extinction vertical profiles are also envisaged in the frame of monitoring and scientific activities. The contractor will contribute to all aspects project internal activities, monitoringreview of the relevant industrial activities, interaction with Mission Users and Scientists relevant to the mission performance of the ALTIUS mission up to Level 2. Reporting to the ALTIUS System and Engineering Manager. Responsibilities Duties The successful individual can expect to be involved in Maintenance of mission and system level requirements, monitoring and critically analysing the requirement allocation, their flow down to the relevant contributors, the associated margins, their evolution and their verification, in the following areas Observation requirements and mission data products requirements EndtoEnd simulator and Ground Processor Prototype GPP Internal and External characterisation and calibration of the instrument Supporting the payload team for aspects relevant to instrument performance requirements flowdown, and instrument performance verification, including relevant models and tools Following up the End to End Simulator and GPP procurement, verificationvalidation and acceptance activities Acquiring working knowledge of the tools for test data generation purposes and internal mission level verification activities Developing and maintaining additional mission performance mathematical models and tools to support the assessment of the relevant industrial development activities Maintaining mission level performance and error budgets, analysing their compliance with the endtoend mission performance requirements, and proposing corrective actions in case of deviation Monitoring and reviewing the definition and implementation of the ALTIUS characterisation, calibration and validation plans and follow up the specification, procurement and verificationvalidation of the relevant equipment and activities Supporting the preparation, execution and analysis of the relevant inflight CALVAL operations during the commissioning phase Supporting Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS development with the Ground processor aspects and crossverification activities of the PDGS operational ground processor against the GPP Supporting the running of the ALTIUS Mission Advisory Group MAG with concerns around mission instrument performance aspects, including endtoend mission performance verification and compliance status Interacting with the ALTIUS Mission Users Community and Scientific Community regarding Mission definition, Products definition and mission instrument performance aspects. Supporting the System and Engineering Manager and the other ALTIUS project team members in all aspects related to mission performance, as necessary for the effective execution of the ALTIUS project. Qualifications Experience University Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant Physical science or engineering discipline. Essential Skills Demonstrated experience in performance assessment of optical instrumentation for atmospheric observation including image processing. Experience working with Earth limb observation systems as well as knowledge of aerosols and ozone observational data. Proficient with programming languages relevant to the implementation and maintenance of the system performance models e.g. MATLAB and python. Solid analytical skills together with broad, systemoriented thinking, and the ability and motivation to rapidly learn and switch within a wide range of application domains. Capable of critically analysing the work performed by industry in the relevant areas, identify problems and propose corrective actions. Qualities Proactive attitude to solving problems Good English language skills Good organisational and communication skills Able to work independently and in international teams
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ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer
2021-04-19 15:14:16| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
With 2.000 employees worldwide, the CS Group is a leading IT company in France and in Germany, and a prime contractor in designing, integrating and operating mission critical systems. For over 30 years comprehensive CS Group solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. What are the benefits for you? This position is supporting our client ESA at their ESTEC location in Noordwijk in the Netherlands. In this large European agency, you will find an excellent and modern working environment with challenging tasks and responsibilities with the opportunity to gain exposure to various projects and missions at the heart of European space research and development. You will have the chance to grow your career with us internationally, in different projects for different clients. Moltek is a subsidiary of CS Group SA SXFPEN Paris. and part of the CS space divisions in Holland, but within the CS group we can offer you different worldwide opportunities should you wish to specialize in dedicated technologies or in project or team management. You will receive a permanent Dutch employment contract with a competitive salary and associated benefits such as 3 pension contribution, 30 days vacation, an annual training budget, ESTEC social club membership, generous geographic relocation and an internal structured bonus. You will be supported throughout your career and of course, training and development are part of this. If this all sounds interesting for you, then we look forward to hearing from you! Deadline for applications 30th April The ALTIUS Project aims at the development of an Earth limb sounder mission based on a small satellite. Its main objective is the monitoring of the distribution stratospheric ozone at high vertical resolution in support of longterm monitoring and operational services. ALTIUS Measurements of concentration profiles of other atmospheric species as well as of aerosol extinction vertical profiles are also envisaged in the frame of monitoring and scientific activities. Tasks Responsibilities You will contribute to all aspects project internal activities, monitoringreview of the relevant industrial activities, interaction with Mission Users and Scientists relevant to the mission performance of the ALTIUS mission up to Level 2. You will report to the ALTIUS System and Engineering Manager and the principal tasks and responsibilities include 1 Maintenance of mission and system level requirements, monitoring and critically analysing the requirement allocation, their flow down to the relevant contributors, the associated margins, their evolution and their verification, in the following areas Observation requirements and mission data products requirements EndtoEnd simulator and Ground Processor Prototype GPP Internal and External characterisation and calibration of the instrument 2 Support the payload team for aspects relevant to instrument performance requirements flowdown and instrument performance verification, including relevant models and tools 3 Follow up the EndtoEnd Simulator and GPP procurement, verificationvalidation and acceptance activities Acquire working knowledge of the tools for test data generation purposes and internal mission level verification activities Develop and maintain additional mission performance mathematical models and tools to support the assessment of the relevant industrial development activities 4 Maintain mission level performance and error budgets, and analyse their compliance with the endtoend mission performance requirements and propose corrective actions in case of deviation 5 Monitor and review the definition and implementation of the ALTIUS characterisation, calibration and validation plans and follow up the specification, procurement and verificationvalidation of the relevant equipment and activities 6 Support the preparation, execution and analysis of the relevant inflight CALVAL operations during the commissioning phase 7 Support Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS development for what concern the Ground processor aspects and crossverification activities of the PDGS operational ground processor against the GPP 8 Support the running of the ALTIUS Mission Advisory Group MAG for what concerns mission instrument performance aspects, including endtoend mission performance verification and compliance status 9 Interact with the ALTIUS Mission Users Community and Scientific Community for what concerns Mission definition, Products definition and mission instrument performance aspects. 10 Support the System and Engineering Manager and the other ALTIUS project team members in all aspects related to mission performance, as necessary for the effective execution of the ALTIUS project. The Mission Performance Engineer will cooperate closely with the ALTIUS Instrument team in the execution of the relevant tasks. You will be supported by and are expected to closely cooperate with specialist engineers from the ALTIUS team, from the Earth Observation Projects Department and from the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management DTEC as appropriate. Requirements You should have a university degree at least Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant physical science or engineering subject. You will be able to demonstrate experience in performance assessment of optical instrumentation for atmospheric observation including image processing. You will also have experience working with Earth limb observation systems as well as knowledge of aerosols and ozone observational data are assets. You shall demonstrate proficiency with programming languages relevant to the implementation and maintenance of the system performance models e.g. MATLAB and python. You shall possess solid analytical skills together with broad, systemoriented thinking, and the ability and motivation to rapidly learn and switch within a wide range of application domains. You shall have the capability to critically analyse the work performed by industry in the relevant areas, identify problems and propose corrective actions. You shall demonstrate good communication skills, ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the outside world Industry, MAG and User Community.
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ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer 2111013
2021-04-18 21:13:01| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Solenix is specialized in the provision of highquality software engineering, technical consulting and operations services in the aerospace domain. This vacancy note concerns an onsite consulting position at ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Job Description We are looking for a Mission Performance Engineer to support our client ESTEC and provide support to the ALTIUS Project which aims at the development of an Earth limb sounder mission based on a small satellite. Its main objective is the monitoring of the distribution stratospheric ozone at high vertical resolution in support of longterm monitoring and operational services. ALTIUS Measurements of concentration profiles of other atmospheric species as well as of aerosol extinction vertical profiles are also envisaged in the frame of monitoring and scientific activities. You will contribute to all aspects project internal activities, monitoringreview of the relevant industrial activities, interaction with Mission Users and Scientists relevant to the mission performance of the ALTIUS mission up to Level 2.. Your duties will include, but not be limited to Maintenance of mission and system level requirements, monitoring and critically analysing the requirement allocation, their flow down to the relevant contributors, the associated margins, their evolution and their verification, in the following areas Observation requirements and mission data products requirements EndtoEnd simulator and Ground Processor Prototype GPP Internal and External characterisation and calibration of the instrument Support the payload team for aspects relevant to instrument performance requirements flowdown and instrument performance verification, including relevant models and tools Follow up the End to End Simulator and GPP procurement, verificationvalidation and acceptance activities acquire working knowledge of the tools for test data generation purposes and internal mission level verification activities develop and maintain additional mission performance mathematical models and tools to support the assessment of the relevant industrial development activities Maintain mission level performance and error budgets, and analyse their compliance with the endtoend mission performance requirements and propose corrective actions in case of deviation Monitor and review the definition and implementation of the ALTIUS characterisation, calibration and validation plans and follow up the specification, procurement and verificationvalidation of the relevant equipment and activities Support the preparation, execution and analysis of the relevant inflight CALVAL operations during the commissioning phase Support Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS development for what concern the Ground processor aspects and crossverification activities of the PDGS operational ground processor against the GPP Support the running of the ALTIUS Mission Advisory Group MAG for what concerns mission instrument performance aspects, including endtoend mission performance verification and compliance status Interact with the ALTIUS Mission Users Community and Scientific Community for what concerns Mission definition, Products definition and mission instrument performance aspects. Required Skills and Experience Minimum of 3 years relevant experience A university degree at least Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant physical science or engineering subject. Demonstrated experience in performance assessment of optical instrumentation for atmospheric observation including image processing. Proficient with programming languages relevant to the implementation and maintenance of the system performance models e.g. MATLAB and python Solid analytical skills together with broad, systemoriented thinking, and the ability and motivation to rapidly learn and switch within a wide range of application domains. Capability to critically analyse the work performed by industry in the relevant areas, identify problems and propose corrective actions. Demonstrate good communication skills, ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the outside world Industry, MAG andUser Community. Desirable Skills and Experience Experience working with Earth limb observation systems Knowledge of aerosols and ozone observational data Work Location Noordwijk, The Netherlands Application Deadline 30 April 2021 Start of Work 01 June 2021 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page How to Apply on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in The Netherlands. Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process. Job Application Please send your applications electronically to careersolenix.ch before the application deadline 30 April 2021. Learn more about us in Facebook.
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ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer
2021-04-13 19:14:34| 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 to ESA in the domain of EOP Engineering Support to Earth Observation. Happiness of our employees has proven key to obtaining excellent results and a client who also regards us highly for excellent service. Overview The contractor will provide support to Earth Observation In the Engineering Support Domain. The ALTIUS Project aims at the development of an Earth limb sounder mission based on a small satellite. Its main objective is the monitoring of the distribution stratospheric ozone at high vertical resolution in support of longterm monitoring and operational services. ALTIUS Measurements of concentration profiles of other atmospheric species as well as of aerosol extinction vertical profiles are also envisaged in the frame of monitoring and scientific activities. The holder of this post will contribute to all aspects project internal activities, monitoringreview of the relevant industrial activities, interaction with Mission Users and Scientists relevant to the mission performance of the ALTIUS mission up to Level 2. The post holder will report to the ALTIUS System and Engineering Manager. Specific Tasks and Responsibilities Maintenance of mission and system level requirements, monitoring and critically analysing the requirement allocation, their flow down to the relevant contributors, the associated margins, their evolution and their verification, in the following areas. Observation requirements and mission data products requirements. EndtoEnd simulator and Ground Processor Prototype GPP. Internal and External characterisation and calibration of the instrument. Support the payload team for aspects relevant to instrument performance requirements flowdown and instrument performance verification, including relevant models and tools. Follow up the End to End Simulator and GPP procurement, verificationvalidation and acceptance activities. Acquire working knowledge of the tools for test data generation purposes and internal mission level verification activities. Develop and maintain additional mission performance mathematical models and tools to support the assessment of the relevant industrial development activities. Maintain mission level performance and error budgets, and analyse their compliance with the endtoend mission performance requirements and propose corrective actions in case of deviation. Monitor and review the definition and implementation of the ALTIUS characterisation, calibration and validation plans and follow up the specification, procurement and verificationvalidation of the relevant equipment and activities. Support the preparation, execution and analysis of the relevant inflight CALVAL operations during the commissioning phase. Support Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS development for what concern the Ground processor aspects and cross verification activities of the PDGS operational ground processor against the GPP. Support the running of the ALTIUS Mission Advisory Group MAG for what concerns mission instrument performance aspects, including endtoend mission performance verification and compliance status. Interact with the ALTIUS Mission Users Community and Scientific Community for what concerns Mission definition, Products definition and mission instrument performance aspects. Support the System and Engineering Manager and the other ALTIUS project team members in all aspects related to mission performance, as necessary for the effective execution of the ALTIUS project. The Mission Performance Engineer will cooperate closely with the ALTIUS Instrument team in the execution of the relevant tasks. Furthermore shehe will be supported by and is expected to closely cooperate with specialist engineers from the ALTIUS team, from the Earth Observation Projects Department and from the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management DTEC as appropriate. Specific Qualification requirements Applicants for this post shall have a university degree at least Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant physical science or engineering subject. The applicants shall have demonstrated experience in performance assessment of optical instrumentation for atmospheric observation including image processing. Experience working with Earth limb observation systems as well as knowledge of aerosols and ozone observational data are assets. The candidate shall demonstrate to be proficient with programming languages relevant to the implementation and maintenance of the system performance models e.g. MATLAB and python. The candidate shall possess solid analytical skills together with broad, systemoriented thinking, and the ability and motivation to rapidly learn and switch within a wide range of application domains. The candidate shall have the capability to critically analyse the work performed by industry in the relevant areas, identify problems and propose corrective actions. The candidate shall demonstrate good communication skills, ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the outside world Industry, MAG and User Community. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule. Proficiency in English language spoken and written is essential. Legal and Security Requirements All applicants must be legally allowed to work in The Netherlands. 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 European Space Technology and Research Centre ESTEC at Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Contract The selected candidate will receive good remuneration in line with ESA Job Class. Will be registered for both social security and tax in the Netherlands. The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 30 annual days holiday. Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included. Aurora assist with relocation both with support and financially. Aurora contributes to a company pension scheme. To be considered for this Position Prior to 7 May 2021, please apply via our Job Application form quoting EOP143 RTCEOPB00143 as reference. Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting them by 10 May 2021, 13.00 hours.
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ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer
2021-04-13 12:12:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 871 On behalf of ESA, we are currently looking for a ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer to work in its Site ESTEC in the city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands. The ALTIUS Project aims at the development of an Earth limb sounder mission based on a small satellite. Its main objective is the monitoring of the distribution stratospheric ozone at high vertical resolution in support of longterm monitoring and operational services. ALTIUS Measurement of concentration profiles of other atmospheric species as well as of aerosol extinction vertical profiles are also envisaged in the frame of monitoring and scientific activities. The key person will contribute to all aspects project internal activities, monitoringreview of the relevant industrial activities, interaction with Mission Users and Scientists relevant to the mission performance of the ALTIUS mission up to Level 2. The ALTIUS Mission Performance Engineer will report to the ALTIUS System and Engineering Manager and will cooperate closely with the ALTIUS Instrument team in the execution of the relevant tasks. Furthermore shehe will be supported by and is expected to closely cooperate with specialist engineers from the ALTIUS team, from the Earth Observation Projects Department and from the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management DTEC as appropriate. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Maintenance of mission and system level requirements, monitoring and critically analysing the requirement allocation, their flow down to the relevant contributors, the associated margins, their evolution and their verification, in the following areas Observation requirements and mission data products requirements EndtoEnd simulator and Ground Processor Prototype GPP Internal and External characterisation and calibration of the instrument. Support the payload team for aspects relevant to instrument performance requirements flowdown and instrument performance verification, including relevant models and tools. Follow up the End to End Simulator and GPP procurement, verificationvalidation and acceptance activities. Acquire working knowledge of the tools for test data generation purposes and internal mission level verification activities. Develop and maintain additional mission performance mathematical models and tools to support the assessment of the relevant industrial development activities. Maintain mission level performance and error budgets, and analyse their compliance with the endtoend mission performance requirements and propose corrective actions in case of deviation. Monitor and review the definition and implementation of the ALTIUS characterisation, calibration and validation plans and follow up the specification, procurement and verificationvalidation of the relevant equipment and activities. Support the preparation, execution and analysis of the relevant inflight CALVAL operations during the commissioning phase. Support Payload Data Ground Segment PDGS development for what concern the Ground processor aspects and crossverification activities of the PDGS operational ground processor against the GPP. Support the running of the ALTIUS Mission Advisory Group MAG for what concerns mission instrument performance aspects, including endtoend mission performance verification and compliance status. Interact with the ALTIUS Mission Users Community and Scientific Community for what concerns Mission definition, Products definition and mission instrument performance aspects. Support the System and Engineering Manager and the other ALTIUS project team members in all aspects related to mission performance, as necessary for the effective execution of the ALTIUS project. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory Masters degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant physical science or eengineering subject, with at least 4 years of relevant working experience. Demonstrated experience in performance assessment of optical instrumentation for atmospheric observation including image processing. Proficiency with programming languages relevant to the implementation and maintenance of the system performance models e.g. MATLAB and python. Solid analytical skills together with broad, systemoriented thinking, and the ability and motivation to rapidly learn and switch within a wide range of application domains. Capability to critically analyse the work performed by industry in the relevant areas, identify problems and propose corrective actions. Good communication skills. Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the outside world Industry, MAG and User Community. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken. The following skills would be highly desirable Experience working with Earth limb observation systems. Knowledge of aerosols and ozone observational data. 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 06052021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.
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