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AOCS satellite operations service provision mf
2015-02-26 15:03:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services performs and supports system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the aerospace industry. We are involved in international manned unmanned spacecraft programmes, earth observation, science, exploration, communications and related technology development. We require staff, wishing to join our team to work in a dynamic international environment for the following position AOCS satellite operations service provision mf COSSOE201501 Tasks and Responsibilities The work will be performed at the European Space Operations Centre ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany. The Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE is responsible for the support to the Sentinels missions as a member of the Flight Control Teams FCT during all the operational phases, including special operations, and will also participate to testing campaigns. The position will include the following tasks and responsibilities Validation, test and operation of the Simulator and of the Mission Control System including the OnBoard Software Maintenance OBSM and Mission Planning System. Generation, validation and maintenance of the Flight Operations Plan FOP of the Attitude and Orbit Control System AOCS satellite subsystem. Support to test and operation of the Network Data Interface Units, Portable Satellite Stimulator and other operational support tools. Support for Flight Operations System FOS procurement, integration, user acceptance testing and system testing. Review of satellite documents. Maintenance of the FOS spacecraft document library. Support for the generation of FOS documentation. Support to FOT training activities including generation of training material. Support to spacecraft and ground segment Acceptance Review resolution. Support to the preparation and execution of the Satellite Validation Test SVT campaign. Launch and Early Orbit Phase LEOP support responsible for the AOCS System satellite subsystem. Commissioning support for the AOCS satellite subsystem. Routine Phase operational support including o Responsible for AOCS satellite subsystems. o The performance of Mission Planning operations. o The preparation and execution of orbit control manoeuvres and any other daily and weekly operations activities. o Support to the oncall SOE rota, maintaining the mission history log and the generation of regular operations reports. o Support to Secure commanding operations. In addition, the SOE will be responsible for Spacecraft Simulator validation testing i.e. planning and reporting. Support to the definition of the FCTsFlight Dynamics interface and generation of the FCTs Flight Dynamics Interface Control Document. Flight Dynamics Database related activities. Support to Spacecraft System Failure Detection Isolation and Recovery FDIR operations. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have a Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline and minimum 7 years of experience in Operations Engineering activities. Furthermore, candidates are required to have following skills Wellorganised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel. The ability to work independently with little supervision. Capable of coordinate and Interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Fluent in English. Spacecraft Flight Operations knowledge, including FDIR, in particular for relevant satellite subsystems andor payloads. Experience with Packet Utilisation Standard. Experience in working in an operational environment. Experience with flight procedures life cycle, including validation. Experience with anomaly investigations. Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems. Experience with low Earth orbit satellites operations, including experience in preparatory phase, special Operations LEOP, deorbiting campaign and operational phase routine. Familiarity with operational simulators, ideally SimSat. Familiarity with satellite control systems, ideally SCOS2000. Familiarity with Earth Observations missions, in particular with Copernicus Sentinels. Familiarity with TeleMetry and TeleCommand databases, preferably SCOS2000 compatible. Familiarity with multisatellite missions. Experience in ground tests preparation and execution, e.g. SVTs. Experience in cooperation with Flight Dynamics teams. Experience in preparing and execution OBSM operations. Experience in mission planning operations. Familiarity with Network Distribution and Interface Units or similar Electronical Ground Segment Equipment EGSE. Familiarity with Mission Utility Support Tools MUST, system used at ESOC. Familiarity with ESOC working environment and Quality Management System QMS. The position is located on site at ESOC and will involve short European travels. Conditions Please apply by filling in the online application form and uploading your CV and Motivation Letter both in English on the Careers section of our website www.spaceapplications.com. The deadline for your application is March 18th 2015. An interesting remuneration package will be offered with relocation assistance if applicable. For additional information, please contact Mrs. Saliha Kla at Space Applications Services Leuvensesteenweg 325 Tel 32 02 721.54.84 www.spaceapplications.com 1932 Zaventem, Belgium Fax 32 02 721.54.44 Email jobsspaceapplications.com
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Power, Thermal and SAR satellite operations service provision mf
2015-02-26 15:03:06| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Space Applications Services performs and supports system and software engineering for the European Space Agency ESA, National Space Agencies and the aerospace industry. We are involved in international manned unmanned spacecraft programmes, earth observation, science, exploration, communications and related technology development. We require staff, wishing to join our team to work in a dynamic international environment for the following position Power, Thermal and SAR satellite operations service provision mf COSSOE201504 Tasks and Responsibilities The work will be performed at the European Space Operations Centre ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany. The Spacecraft Operations Engineer SOE is responsible for the support to the Sentinels missions as a member of the Flight Control Teams FCT during all the operational phases, including special operations, as well as participating to testing campaigns of the above mentioned missions. The position will include the following tasks and responsibilities Validation, test and operation of the Mission Control System MCS including the OnBoard Software Maintenance OBSM and Mission Planning System. Vamidation, test and operation of the stimulator. Generation, validation and maintenance of the Flight Operations Plan FOP of the Electrical Power Subsystem EPS Thermal Control Subsystem TCS prime satellite subsystem. Generation,validation and maintenance of the FOP of the Synthetic Aperture Radar SAR Payload Prime satellite subsystems. Generation, validation and maintenance of the FOP of the Optical Communication Payload OCP Payload Backup satellite subsystem. Support to test and operation of the Network Data Interface Units, Portable Satellite Stimulator and other operational support tools. Support for Flight Operation System FOS procurement, integration, user acceptance testing and system testing. Review of satellite documents. Maintenance of the FOS spacecraft document library. Support for the generation of FOS documentation. Support to FCTs training activities including generation of training material. Support to spacecraft and ground segment Acceptance Review resolution. Support to the preparation and execution of the Satellite Validation Test SVT campaign. Launch and Early Orbit Phase LEOP support support responsible for the SAR Payload and the EPS TCS satellite subsystems. Commissioning support for the EPS TCS satellite subsystems and the SAR OCP Payloads. Routine Phase operational support including Responsible for the EPS TCS satellite subsystems. Responsible for the SAR Prime and OCP Backup satellite payloads. The performance of Mission Planning operations. The preparation and execution of orbit control manoeuvres and any other daily and weekly operations activities. Support to the oncall SOE rota, maintaining the mission history log and the generation of regular operations reports. Support to Secure commanding operations. In addition, the SOE will be responsible for MCS end user acceptance system testing i.e. planning and reporting. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should have a Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline and minimum 7 years of experience in Operations Engineering activities. Furthermore, candidates are required to have following skills Wellorganised, able to prioritise and manage several activities in parallel. The ability to work independently with little supervision. Capable of coordinate and Interact with other service providers in operations and other fields. Fluent in English. Spacecraft Flight Operations knowledge, including Failure Detection Isolation and Recovery FDIR, in particular for relevant satellite subsystems andor payloads. Experience with Packet Utilisation Standard. Experience in working in an operational environment. Experience with flight procedures life cycle, including validation. Experience with anomaly investigations. Ability to understand and accurately predict behaviour of complex systems. Experience with low Earth orbit satellites operations, including experience in preparatory phase, special Operations LEOP, deorbiting campaign and operational phase routine. Familiarity with operational simulators, ideally SimSat. Familiarity with satellite control systems, ideally SCOS2000. Familiarity with Earth Observations missions, in particular with Copernicus Sentinels. Familiarity with TeleMetry TeleCommand TMTC databases, preferably SCOS2000 compatible. Familiarity with multisatellite missions. Experience in ground tests preparation and execution, e.g. SVTs. Experience in cooperation with Flight Dynamics teams. Experience in preparing and execution OBSM operations. Experience in mission planning operations. Familiarity with Network Distribution and Interface Units or similar Electronical Ground Segment Equipment EGSE. Familiarity with Mission Utility Support Tools MUST, system used at ESOC. Familiarity with ESOC working environment and Quality Management System QMS. The position is located on site at ESOC and will involve short European travels. Conditions Please apply by filling in the online application form and uploading your CV and Motivation Letter both in English on the Careers section of our website www.spaceapplications.com. The deadline for your application is March 18th 2015. An interesting remuneration package will be offered with relocation assistance if applicable. For additional information, please contact Mrs. Saliha Kla at Space Applications Services Leuvensesteenweg 325 Tel 32 02 721.54.84 www.spaceapplications.com 1932 Zaventem, Belgium Fax 32 02 721.54.44 Email jobsspaceapplications.com
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Senior Satellite Operations FD Engineer
2015-02-25 12:11:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
JOB PURPOSE ROLE Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining satellite and ground operations procedures for EshailSat Fleet as well as Flight Dynamics operations. Mentors Satellite Operations Engineers when needed. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Description Key Performance Indicators GENERAL Policies and Procedures Support the definition of the Concept of Operations CONOPS Maintain Flight Ground Operations Procedures for the SCC and Ground TTC subsystem. Design, develop and ensure implementation of processes and procedures related to satellite and payload operations, fault and event management, data management and COMSEC operations. Support Definition of Internal Business Processes and Maintain them Maintain and update the contingency business processes related to satellite operations. Business Processes Procedures Readiness Operations Project Planning and Implementation Contribute to the Satellites Project team development to ensure operation requirements are taken into account and consequently fulfilled. Support the development, launch and inorbit testing of new satellites. Participating in the development of software tools, methods and procedures to improve testing and measurement capabilities. Testing and assessing the viabilitycompatibility of new systems and equipment. Participating in the identification and assessment of new technologies. RIDs delivered to the Project Team BEFORE LAUNCH Team Selection Support the recruitment of Satellite Controllers and Satellite Operations Engineers by participating at the selection process Participation to Selection Interview processes Operation Planning Formulation Ensure readiness of the Satellite and Ground Operations procedures Ensure readiness of Flight Dynamics operations Effective, accurate, efficient, and timely implementation of the business processes and procedures. Offline Activities Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports to the management, Perform trend analysis and Generate Satellite Health Reports on a monthly basis, Weekly Monthly management reports Communication and Coordination Monitor and report all failures associated with the satellites performance Work closely with Satellite Operations Manager on Flight Dynamics aspects and Anomaly Management. Coordinate with CMC Requests and IOT Campaigns Effectively communicating with various departments in the company Effectively communicating with satellite manufacturer inorbit support team Disaster Recovery Define a Disaster Recovery Plan for Operations including but not limited to Training requirements for the teams, recovery scenarios Disaster Recovery Plan AFTER LAUNCH Operation Planning Formulation Ensure readiness of the Satellite and Ground Operations procedures Ensure readiness of Flight Dynamics operations Define and prepare Payload IOT campaigns in coordination with Network Operations Department Effective, accurate, efficient, and timely implementation of the business processes and procedures. IOT plans Satellite InOrbit Operations Support all critical operations, Perform trend analysis and anomaly resolution for satellite operations, Support Satellite Controllers during Manoeuvers and other critical operations, Perform internal audits to check if procedures and processes are followed by Satellite Controllers Oncall support during outside normal business hours on a rotation basis once every 5 weeks in average, Full compliance with the Satellite Operations Procedures, Processes and Policies. Proper management of any satellite system anomalies. Monthly audit. Offline Activities Prepare ranging Campaigns Prepare Flight Dynamics operations for Station Keeping manoeuvers Coordinate with Satellite Manufacturer for anomalies Generate Anomaly Reports for InFlight Ground Anomalies, Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports to the management, Perform trend analysis and Generate Satellite Health Reports on a monthly basis, Provide Continuous training to Satellite Controllers and other team members as required. Effective, accurate, and timely implementation of the ranging campaigns. SKM manoeuvers readiness Closure of Anomaly Reports. Weekly Monthly management reports Health monthly reports Communication and Coordination Monitor and report all failures associated with the satellites performance Work closely with Satellite Operations Manager on Flight Dynamics aspects and Anomaly Management. Coordinate with CMC Requests and IOT Campaigns Effectively communicating with various departments in the company Effectively communicating with satellite manufacturer inorbit support team Whole of Life Continuous Training Provide intense training programs for Spacecraft Controllers as required Training development and delivery QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS Minimum Qualifications BSc in Aerospace Engineering Master Preferred Minimum Experience 7 years or more of experience in Satellite Operations JobSpecific Skills Problem solving skills, Satellite Platform and Payload Engineering deep understanding, Knowledge of Flight Dynamics Operations and Preparation, Knowledge of AOCS, Thermal Subsystem, TCR, Data Handling, Power Supply, Telecommunication Payload, COMSEC. Knowledge of DS2000 from MELCO will be a plus, Knowledge of a Satellite Monitoring and Control system Epoch suite will be a plus, Knowledge of AOSYS will be a plus, Strong communication and interpersonal skills, Proficiency of English language.
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Satellite Operations Manager
2015-02-25 12:11:17| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
JOB PURPOSE ROLE Responsible for the management of the satellite controller team to ensure efficient, effective and continuous 24x7 operations of the Satellite Control Centre SCC and TTC Ground Stations. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Description Key Performance Indicators GENERAL Policies and Procedures Support the definition of the Concept of Operations CONOPS and maintain them. Support the development of Flight Ground Operating Procedures for the SCC and ground TTC subsystem and ensure they are continuously maintained and improved. Ensure implementation of processes and procedures related to satellite and payload operations, fault and event management, data management and COMSEC operations. Support definition and ensure implementation of contingency business processes related to satellite and ground operations. Support the definition of Standby and OnCall policies and maintain them CONOPS readiness updates Effective communication of policies and procedures. Compliance with procedural and legal requirements and company policies. People Management Directly manage a team of 6 Satellite controllers. Supervises the work of the satellite controllers and provides leadership and guidance. Frequency of feedback and appraisal meetings. Employees turnover rate. BEFORE LAUNCH Team Selection Support the recruitment of Satellite Operators and Satellite Operations Engineers. Ensure capability building is undertaken and operators are certified to carry out operation requirements. Ensure training needs analysis is done to identify the teams needs Recruitment performed by end of 2015 Controllers readiness for Satellite Manufacturer Training Project Planning and Implementation Contribute to the Satellites Project team development to ensure operations requirements are taken into account and consequently fulfilled, Attend and contribute to Satellite Project Reviews and Meetings related to Satellite Operations. RIDs delivered to the Project Team Training Ensure readiness and proficiency of the Satellite controller team for the operational phase, Develop and manage the PreTraining of the Spacecraft Controllers, Play the role of training coordinator for EshailSat Satellite Operations Department, Attend Manufacturers training, Ensure readiness and availability of the Spacecraft Controllers to follow the manufacturers training, Support the Certification of Spacecraft Controllers with EshailSat Management and the Satellite Manufacturer. Effective, accurate, efficient, costeffective, and timely implementation of the training plan. Satellite Operations Team training achieved successfully AFTER LAUNCH Satellite InOrbit Operations Manage the inorbit operations, Control, Flight Dynamics and SCC hardware, software and systems are conducted as per approved procedures and requirement. Oversee the synthesis of satellite telemetry data and performing diagnostic tests on satellite platform and payload components. Perform trend analysis and anomaly resolution for satellite operations Full compliance with the Satellite Standard Operating Procedures, Processes and Policies. Proper management of any satellite system anomalies. Proper and efficient use of software tools, enhancing departments overall efficiency. Offline Activities Manage the InFlight Anomalies Database, Generate operational reports according to company processes. Effective, accurate, and timely implementation of the maintenance plan. Day to Day Operations Oversee the teams daytoday operations and work to increase operating efficiency and capabilities, Manage the satellite controllers shift plan, Make sure the Satellite Controllers follow Processes and Procedures, Manage the daytoday Shift Handover Logbook. Oncall support during outside normal business hours on a rotation basis once every 5 weeks in average, Daily targets are achieved. No shortage in resources and minimal downtime registered. Internal customer feedback. Shift Handover Logbook maintained and updated Communication and Coordination Monitor and report all failures associated with the satellites performance, Coordinate Corrective and Preventive Maintenance activities with the Maintenance Team, Coordinate with Satellite Operations Engineers on Flight Dynamics aspects and Anomaly Management, Review and maintain Handover Shift Logbook, Effective communication with various departments in the company Whole of Life Continuous Training Disaster Plan Prepare and Maintain the Disaster Recovery Plan, In coordination with Satellite Operations Engineers. Organize training program using DSS to ensure continuous readiness of Spacecraft Controllers so that quick and responsible response can be applied according to the approved contingency recovery procedures in case of satellite anomalies Effective, accurate, and timely implementation of the Disaster Recovery Plan for satellite operations Spacecraft Controller success rate during continuous training program People Management Prepare, maintain and update Shift Planning including Standby and OnCall aspects, Supervise the work of the satellite controllers and provides leadership and guidance, Take up judicious allocation of responsibility and monitors Spacecraft Controller performance. Updated shift plan QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS Minimum Qualifications BS in Aerospace Engineering or Equivalent Minimum Experience 10 years or more of experience in Satellite Operations with 5 years directly managing a satellite controller teams JobSpecific Skills Problem solving skills, Satellite Platform and Payload Engineering deep understanding, Knowledge of AOCS, Thermal Subsystem, TCR, Data Handling, Power Supply, Telecommunication Payload, COMSEC. Knowledge of DS2000 from MELCO will be a plus, Knowledge of a Satellite Monitoring and Control system Epoch suite will be a plus, Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English languages.
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Satellite Operations Engineer, Test prelaunch stage
2015-02-05 17:07:11| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
A leading European Space and Satellite systems organisation is looking for a Prelaunch Operations engineer to begin work on its test stages based in North Germany. Tasks will include Validation of Flight Procedures in a telecommunication satellite project Support in testing and debugging of Flight Procedures Support in the preparation and execution of operations development tests, e.g. Mission Simulation Test, System Validation Tests Support in the compilation or revision of the Spacecraft Operation Handbook The ideal candidate will have Experience with satellite operations or tests Professional experience in developing flight procedures in industry Familiarity with the Test Sequence Environment TSE Basic knowledge of satellite design, system and subsystem, and operations procedures Ability to follow procedures, making amendments where necessary, accurate recording of results Capability of working independently and with a great deal of flexibility, as well as in a team environment Ideally, knowledge of the SGEO platform design and of the SVFDSSS Fluency in written and spoken English essential If you are interested in this position please follow the link below and apply
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