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SAF Satellite Application Facilities Engineer MW
2014-09-16 16:42:16| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
With 1.700 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. It has now been over 30 years that comprehensive CS solutions for space systems and applications, both on the ground and in space, have been part and parcel of this odyssey. Our German activities grow at fast pace and to face our costumers high level expectations and needs, we are looking for talented profiles having relevant experience in Space systems and applications. TASKS For all tasks, the inputs will be The current status of the SAF Network and EUMETSAT Programmes The specific directives that will be provided on a case by case basis by the SAF Network System Engineer Work Packages and their updates as necessary. For all tasks, the outputs will be For the Engineering Tasks Support Input to SAF Review Organisation Notes Technical Notes and other outputs as necessary For the WEB Tasks Support Updated web areas systemtools andor contents Outputs are expected to be delivered on a periodic base typically 3 months unless differently specified. The above activities shall be carriedout in line with EUMETSAT Procedures, standards, and working practices. The Consultant shall accomplish the following tasks Engineering Support Tasks To support the organisation of the SAF reviews related to the evolution of SAF products or operational chains already in operations To support the organisation of the SAF reviews related to the development of new SAF products or operational chains, in particular in relation to the implementationof requirements related to the new satellite programmes in development and in particular MTG and EPSSG Maintenance of Web Content and Documentation Baseline Support the SAF Steering Group Meetings SAF Steering Groups meet nominally twice a year. A set of documents related to each Steering Group meeting is delivered by the SAF leading Entity concerns. The SAF Web Extranet will be used to support these activities by providing the access of the documentation that is relevant to each Steering Group meeting. Maintenance of SAF Web pages supporting SAFs Steering Groups and allowing access to relevant documentation. Maintain the SAF EUMETSAT FTP Server 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. PROFILE As a minimum, the consultant shall have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent, and a proven experience and skills as specified hereafter. Experience Knowledge in Ground Segment Engineering lifecycles Experience in Project Reviews Organisation and conduction Experience in requirements definition and traceability Knowledge in engineering standard used in Ground Segment Development as ECSS Extensive experience in WEB application in designing, implementing and maintainingweb content and services in Internet, Intranet and Extranet systems across distributedweb sites Experience in using Web Contents Management Systems would be appreciated. Use of Web Collaboration Tools Extensive experience in PHPJavaScriptHTML Experience in Relational Database e.g Oracle and metadata management for documentation system based on the extranet How to apply Please consider the following points before applying Please submit your complete application documents in English. An attached cover letter should mention your availability and salary expectations. Interested applicants should submit their CV to marina.ludwigcssystems.de with CC to francoisxavier.laffontcs.fr with the job title. Due to new work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Closing date 03 November, 2014
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Satellite Operations Engineer
2014-09-16 11:40:27| 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 Satellite Operations Engineer to support our customer in the United Kingdom. Satellite Operations Engineer Key Tasks and Responsibilities Our customer is a world leader in satellite data communications. It pioneered the use of high throughput satellites at the Kaband frequencies. Major organisations are now using its networks for cellular backhaul, IP trunking, complex government and enterprise networks and video services, as well as broadband. As a member of the Satellite Operations Team, you will report to the Satellite Operations Engineering Manager and shall support the safe operations of the existing fleet and, where operations duties allow, support the procurement and development activities for future missions and projects. Your tasks will include but will not be limited to Support the 24hour operation of inorbit satellites, including o Taking system level responsibility for one or more spacecraft o Performing mission planning activities for one or more spacecraft, tasking spacecraft controllers and assisting in live operations as necessary o Performing daytoday monitoring of spacecraft performance, health status and telemetry trending as required o Generating regular, periodic operations reports o Participating in regular and ad hoc operations meetings o Participating in anomaly investigation logging, analysis reporting etc. o Development of ANDs, GRDs, mimics and offline tools o Participating in formal training of and by other members of the team o Assisting with development, testing and implementation of automated procedure execution o Performing other offline analytical tasks, as required. Support operations development for future missions and projects, including o Providing support and advice to the procurement team as required o Reviewing of documentation produced by the spacecraft manufacturers, including spacecraft handbooks, design documents, operations procedures, groundspace interfaces etc. o Validating and optimising flight procedures using spacecraft simulators, including test preparation, execution, reporting and issue tracking o Providing specialist advice on the development and management of operational databases o Preparing for and participating in the system verification tests SVTs including generating procedures and test reports o Preparing and participating in any required simulations campaigns o Logging, investigating and reporting on anomalies experienced during test and simulations campaigns o Participating in LEOP and commissioning phase operations. Support the development and procurement of ground control systems as required, including requirements specification and testing. Participate in a scheduled oncall rota, occasional shift work for critical operations and occasional UK and foreign travel. Skills Experience You will have the following qualifications and relevant experience University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline Several years of experience in the field of spacecraft operations Detailed knowledge of satellite subsystems, RF communications principles as well as telemetry, telecommand and ranging standardsprotocols Development, validation and use of flight operations procedures Management and use of dynamic spacecraft simulators and spacecraft operational databases Fluency in English is mandatory. This job is located in Cornwall. We are looking for candidates who are available from November 2014 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 Ms Sarah Gonschorek at jobshespace.com, quoting job reference UKSC2369 before 14Oct14. An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS SATELLITE PAYLOAD ENGINEER
2014-09-05 10:40:24| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
WHO ARE WE? GMV www.gmv.com is a privately owned technological enterprise group with an international presence employing more than 1.100 staff. Founded in 1984, GMV mainly operates in eight large sectors for both public and private organizations Aeronautics, Space, Defense, Health, Security, Transportation, Telecommunications and Information Technologies. GMV currently runs eight work centers in Spain Tres Cantos Madrid headquarters, Boecillo Valladolid, Seville, Barcelona, Valencia, Tenerife, Len, Zaragoza and also work centers in Lisbon Portugal, Rockville Maryland, USA, Darmstadt Germany, Warsaw Poland, Bucharest Romania, Malaysia, Toulouse France and New Delhi India. We recruit and hire excellent engineers, and encourage innovation, technical excellence and continuing education. Our engineers regularly present papers at technical conferences, continue their education more than 85 have a masters degree, and we reinvest more than 12 of budget in IRD projects. This striving for excellence, innovation and flexibility is a major part of our culture. We provide very competitive compensation, attractive benefits, and a great work environment with lots of opportunities for professional growth. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities Duties Tasks The post holder will be responsible for the management of activities devoted to the development of payload technologies and products for telecommunications satellites under the responsibility of the Payload Technologies and Products Section TIATTP, including Support the initiation of activities related to technology and product development for payload applications. Support the establishment and control of relevant ESA requirements, specifications and general documentation. Evaluation, support to negotiation, monitoring and control of development contracts and activities. Preparation of inputs to status reports. Contribute to the preparation of technology and product development work plans. Support other members of the TIATTP section on their projects and share expertise within the section. Monitor market and technology trends and developments in the area of satellite communication. Cooperate with specialists in other ESA departments. Identify any issues during the procurement phase, the running or closing of an activity, and flag them for attention in a timely manner. Support the timely preparation of papers for Adjudication Committee meetings or Delegate bodies IPC, JCB, with high quality standards. Provide inputs for the Department Business Intelligence management system. Support TIA communication activities in line with the ESA TIA Communication Policy rules. Follow the relevant and applicable ISO procedures. Maintain the required level of confidentiality and security as defined in the ESA Security Directives. Qualifications University degree or equivalent qualification in engineering and experience in payload technology and products for telecommunication satellites. Required knowledge General experience with the design, analysis, qualification, testing and implementation of satellite payload equipment for telecommunication satellites, with substantial experience in one or more of the following Management of development contracts for satellite payload equipment. Design, development andor exploitation of active RF units, such as low noise amplifiers channel amplifiers and linearisers power amplifiers frequency converters digital signal processors. A sound knowledge of multiple different types of active payload equipment and their functions at payload level is required. It is expected that the service is provided predominantly onsite at ECSAT Harwell, UK. Regular travel for the purpose of supporting meetings and reviews at Industry premises and to ESTEC in particular shall be undertaken as required by the implementation and running of the ARTES activities WHAT DO WE OFFER? As soon as they join the organization our professionals are given the chance to tackle technological challenges in an innovative environment, to work in multidisciplinary teams and deal directly with clients. This helps them to mature quickly as professionals. We provide continual topup training to keep our career professionals perfectly abreast of all technologies used. We offer a permanent contract and attractive package including a highly competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package. If you would like to work in an interesting, fun, fastpaced, challenging, diverse and global company which is growing rapidly, please send us your resume to jobsgmv.com For more information about GMV, please visit our website at www.gmv.com
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Telecommunications Satellite Payload Engineer
2014-09-02 11:40:13| 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 ECSAT, we are currently looking for a Telecommunications Satellite Payload Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The key person is expected to deliver support to the Payload Technologies and Products Section of the Technologies and Products Division, Telecommunications Technologies, Products and Systems Department, Directorate of Telecommunications and Integrated Applications. The post holder will be responsible for the management of activities devoted to the development of payload technologies and products for telecommunications satellites under the responsibility of the Payload Technologies and Products Section TIATTP, including Support the initiation of activities related to technology and product development for payload applications Support the establishment and control of relevant ESA requirements, specifications and general documentation Evaluation, support to negotiation, monitoring and control of development contracts and activities Preparation of inputs to status reports Contribute to the preparation of technology and product development work plans Support other members of the TIATTP section on their projects and share expertise within the section Monitor market and technology trends and developments in the area of satellite communication Cooperate with specialists in other ESA departments Identify any issues during the procurement phase, the running or closing of an activity, and flag them for attention in a timely manner Support the timely preparation of papers for Adjudication Committee meetings or Delegate bodies IPC, JCB, with high quality standards Provide inputs for the Department Business Intelligence management system Support TIA communication activities in line with the ESA TIA Communication Policy rules Follow the relevant and applicable ISO procedures Maintain the required level of confidentiality and security as defined in the ESA Security Directives. Requirements The key person shall have a university degree or equivalent qualification in engineering and experience in payload technology and products for telecommunication satellites and general experience with the design, analysis, qualification, testing and implementation of satellite payload equipment for telecommunication satellites, with substantial experience in one or more of the following Management of development contracts for satellite payload equipment. Design, development andor exploitation of active RF units, such as o low noise amplifiers, o channel amplifiers and linearisers, o power amplifiers, o frequency converters, o digital signal processors A sound knowledge of multiple different types of active payload equipment and their functions at payload level is required Willingness to travel, when required Ability to work in an international working environment and be fluent in English a high level of written and spoken English is essential. It is expected that the service is provided predominantly onsite at ECSAT Harwell, UK. Regular travel for the purpose of supporting meetings and reviews at Industry premises and to ESTEC in particular shall be undertaken as required by the implementation and running of the ARTES activities. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for UK or be EU nationals. 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 If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Telecommunications Satellite Payload Engineer Reference TENG0104 Application closing date 190914 Start date 040115
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Satellite System Engineer SENTINEL6JASONCS
2014-09-01 16:38:53| 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 System Engineer. Tasks and Responsibilities The key person will carry out tasks which support activities typically related to Phase BC of a space programme in the area of system design engineering and architecture definition. The key person will work within the Sentinel6JasonCS project, with potential support to other LEO programmes. The key person will perform system engineering activities such as Requirements engineering, which consists in requirement analysis and validation, requirement allocation and requirement maintenance Functional analysis and architecture design applying system modelling engineering methods and techniques Subsegment components specification Interface and data structures and flows definition Design, build and configuration which results in a physical architecture, described by its complete functional, physical and software characteristics System analysis, which is performed for the purpose of resolving requirements conflicts, decomposing and allocating requirements, assessing system effectiveness Performance of trade studies for assessing effectiveness, risk, cost and planning. In the performance of these tasks, the key person shall apply the EUMETSAT configuration and change control procedures as well as the relevant system engineering standards, quality management procedures and maintenance procedures. Requirements The key person shall have a university degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline relevant to the job profile together with the experience and capability to fulfil the assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision. Knowledge and experience with the following is considered mandatory Extensive System Engineering life cycle experience for the development of remote sensing and Earth observation systems At least 5 years demonstrated experience in the field of systems engineering and architectural design ISO, Software development, and Space and Ground System engineering processes and standards. Experience in Model Based System engineering methods, techniques and tools Experience in the use of modelling and design tools in support of architectural design activities e.g. CORE Knowledge and experience with the following is considered an advantage Definition, management and traceability of requirements structure with the support of dedicated tools e.g. DOORS Good knowledge of at least 2 of the following and an overview of the others o Networking Communications, o Ground Stations, o Near RealTime Data Processing, o Monitoring and control of satellites, o Monitoring and control of ground systems Data communication networks and protocols. The variety of the tasks and the scope of the systems to be supported require a high degree of autonomy and good analytical skills. The key person shall be in possession of sound interpersonal skills to conduct the responsibilities described above autonomously and with a minimum level of supervision, exhibiting good oral and written communications skills, analytical capabilities, and motivation. The official languages of EUMETSAT are English and French. The working language for the position is English and therefore the key person must be able to work effectively in this language and have knowledge of the other. Application procedure Important All applicants must hold a current valid work permit for Germany or be EU nationals. 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 If you have any question regarding this position please email space.careersserco.com Position Satellite System Engineer SENTINEL6JASONCS Reference G014219EUM Application closing date 101014 Start date 050115
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