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Online Content Editor Earth Observation

2016-03-17 14:06:41| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

.A vacancy for a Online Content Editor Earth Observation has arisen within Airbus Defence Space in Guildford. You will be responsible for the provision of a service supporting the management and update of web content for the users through the European Space Agency. You will ensure the accuracy, relevance and topicality of the web content provided. You will response to website owners requests for updates to either the content or online tools of the specific websites. You will ensure the assessment of the web audience requirements, make recommendations for both enhancement and tailoring of the provided web services.Your main tasks and responsibilities will include Editing of materials provided by both ESA and ESA managed projects through to the publication on either the relevant website or online portal. Authoring of small articles which can put into context or introduce additional detail into the provided material. Preparation of images, artwork or photographs for inclusion in web publications. The management of ESA social media channels to develop and expand online communities. Checking of content of websites which fall under the responsibility of the ESA EOP Website contract, including the removal of broken links, the repair of broken functionality and ensuring that the general appearance of websites is of a suitable standard. The management of historic websites and the review of their potential transfer to the current online content system. Routine and thorough research into user taxonomy, current usage trends and analysis and estimation of changes to the usage in both the short and long term. Recommendation for the evolution of websites in response to user needs in terms of content, look and feel and the available technologies. Working with ESA to ensure the overall online presence meets the expectation and needs of the user community. Preparation and maintenance of working instructions required to perform the tasks required in support of the service delivery. Preparation of reports and statistics for inclusion in the regular reporting provided to the Agency. Immediate reporting of issues on the availability and function of the websites and portals.We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Educated to degree level in a relevant subject. Intermediate knowledge of HTML CSS. Experience with Image editing, Proof reading. Experience with managing Social Media. Experience of using CMS Liferay knowledge preferable. Knowledge of ESA and Earth Observation would be a plus. Excellent command of the English language.Please apply for this vacancy on line at our careers site www.jobs.airbusgroup.com with your CV attached.To apply click here

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Director of Earth Observation Programmes

2016-03-17 12:06:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Director of Earth Observation Programmes. GRADE Offscale. LOCATION ESRIN, Frascati, Italy. Regular presence at ESA Headquarters, Paris, is required. DUTIES The European Space Agency ESA is Europes gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europes space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. Under the direct authority of the Director General, the Director of Earth Observation Programmes is responsible for contributing to the ESAwide management, supporting the ESA Director General in discharging his responsibility and tasks and participating in pursuit of ESAs overall objectives. The Director contributes in the area of Space Applications to forming the Team of Teams at senior management level. In the framework of the ESA matrix organisation comprising programme directorates and support directorates, the Director of Earth Observation Programmes, under delegation from the Director General, is responsible for the definition, planning and execution of the Agencys Earth Observation programmes, consistent with the European Strategy for Space and taking into account the worldwide environment and its main actors. Heshe is responsible for the implementation of all ESA activities in Earth Observation and the preparation of new proposals in this area. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a higher, preferably technical or scientific, education coupled with indepth knowledge and experience in functions similar to those described above, preferably acquired in an international setting and including close cooperation with partner organisations. Key qualities required for the post are an innovative spirit and a strategicallyoriented mind, a proven capacity to lead change and manage people and teams, excellent relationship management and negotiation skills and the ability to influence highlevel decisions. For the full set of competencies expected from ESA leaders, please refer to Leadership Competencies. Applicants must be eligible for security clearance by their national security administrations. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required together with a working knowledge of the other or German. Good complementary knowledge of Russian would be an asset. CLOSING DATE Applications for this post in the form of a cover letter and CV should be addressed, no later than 6 April 2016, to the ESA Head of the Human Resources Department, at the following email address hresa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

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Ground Segment Tender Manager for future Earth Observation Programmes mf

2016-03-16 15:11:22| 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. This new division is the leading aerospace and defence company in Europe, it represents the second largest company in the space field and is among the ten best international defence companies. It employs some 40,000 people and records a turnover of approximately 14 billion euros per year. A vacancy for a Ground Segment Tender Manager for future Earth Observation Programmes mfhas arisen within Airbus Defence Space in Toulouse. Within the Bidding and Future Programmes department for ground Observation and Navigation systems, you will be responsible for one or more tenders for major Earth observation systems for Export clients. Your post may develop towards the management of ground segment projects within the Project division. This position requires security clearance or needs to be eligible for an accreditation by the recognised authorities. You must ensure the coordination of the tender, consisting of the technical and functional definition part, the drafting of the tender, the production of the quotation and the risk analysis. You will personally produce a significant proportion of the tender and you will join an extensive bidding team that may consist of a wide range of Airbus Defence and Space entities satellites, geoinformation services, etc. and major industrial partners. You must assist the tender manager in the negotiation phases with the different partners and clients, and must take account of constraints arising from the ground segment product policy and partnership agreements. This role will involve travel for business once a month, worldwide and therefore you must be able to travel accordingly. As the successful candidate you will be able to demonstrate the following experience and skills Engineering degree or equivalent Over 15 years of experience in the space systems sector with experience relating to ground resources, particularly in Earth observation systems Experience in managing complex projects with the involvement of multiple partners and subcontractors Transversal knowledge of the field of ground observation segments Mission and Image, control centres andor reception resources Good ability to summarise Good writing skills Autonomy, responsiveness and adaptability Tenacity and the ability to defend the interests of Airbus Defence Space. Ability to manage several projects at the same time Team leadership skills and the ability to delegate Ability to communicate and influence, ability to manage stakeholders and relationships with clients and external partners Negotiation level in French and English. Please apply online. Airbus Group 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. Airbus Group Recruitment Centre To apply click here

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Earth Observation Analyst

2016-03-14 11:08:06| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Airbus Group is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2015, the Group comprising Airbus, Airbus Defence and Space and Airbus Helicopters generated revenues of 64.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 136,600. A vacancy for an Earth Observation Analyst has arisen within Airbus Defence Space in Guildford. The Space team at Airbus Defence and Space, based in Guildford, are focused on the exploitation of Earth Observation EO data, primarily acquired from spacebased platforms. The scope of work undertaken by the team includes large space infrastructure projects, operational services supporting the uptake and exploitation of EO data across Europe and the downstream exploitation of EO data including the development and delivery of EOenabled products and services. The role of the Earth Observation Analyst is to support current and future RD and consultancy projects as well as operational service delivery. The scope of relevant activities includes support to consultancy studies exploring the potential for new EO application domains, the development of new EOenabled solutions and services, feasibility studies to detemine the operational potential of EOenabled service concepts and implementation delivery of operational EOenabled services. The Earth Observation Analyst will also contribute to the identification and realisation of new business opportunities within the downstream EO applications domain by supporting the Space Business Development Manager in the preparation and submission of relevant proposals and offers. As a result, the Earth Observation Analyst has the potential to contribute along the entire journey from new EO application concept to realisation of operational service delivery. Your main tasks and responsibilities will include To provide expertise in EO and GIS to support application development within the Space team Generation of ideas and concepts for new and innovative EOenabled products and services, Technical development work implementing EOenabled products and services. To participate in consortiumbased RD teams, with a degree of knowledge and confidence to potentially lead specific Work Packages andor coordinate partners in fulfilling project goals. To provide technical support to the bidding process within the Space department. To consider EO and GISrelated business and user requirements to support the preparation of detailed specifications for EOenabled service solutions. To maintain awareness of evolving EO and GIS technologies and techniques relevant to Airbus Defence and Spaces current and future position in this industry. To support the development and training of internal colleagues in the area of EO, where relevant. Other tasks as directed. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience Degree in Geomatics, Physical Geography, Environmental Science, Applied Remote Sensing or related fields. Proven experience in applied use of Earth Observation data, both SAR and Optical advantageous but demonstrably expert in at least one preferably in a commercial context. Excellent awareness of and ability in the exploitation of Image Processing techniques. Experience of relevant Image Processing Software packages such as ERDAS, ENVI, eCognition, ESRI, NEST, Sentinel1 Toolbox etc. Relevant programming experience or aptitude an advantage Python, IDL. Strong oral and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of EU and ESA programmes, particularly Copernicus, would be an asset. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Please apply for this vacancy on line at our careers site www.jobs.airbusgroup.com with your CV attached. To apply click here

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Alpha Controls offers leading-edge process observation equipment

2016-03-10 08:35:30| Canadian Plastics Headlines

Alpha Controls, a leading supplier of measurement, sensing and controlling instruments, offers equipment from L.J. Star, a top supplier of sight glass. The post Alpha Controls offers leading-edge process observation equipment appeared first on Canadian Plastics.

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