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Join the European Space Agency as the Head of Galileo Qualification Unit and contribute to the future of space exploration
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Noordwijk, Netherlands
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The European Space Agency (ESA) is a gateway to the stars, offering an inspiring place where you can work on leading space missions. ESA is dedicated to exploring space and fostering innovation and growth in space-related endeavors. As an equal opportunity employer, ESA encourages diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and especially invites women to apply, supporting gender balance in the space sector.
Role Summary:
- Lead the verification and qualification of the Galileo system as the qualification authority.
- Manage the ground segment qualification and the overall system integration and verification programme.
- Work closely with the Head of the System AIV and Deployment Service to oversee the Galileo project activities.
Role Requirements:
- A master's degree in physics, electrical, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of experience in system-level testing, integration, and deployment.
- Experience organizing test campaigns and knowledge of large-scale distributed ground segment infrastructure.
- Knowledge of GNSS technology and infrastructure is a plus.
- Willingness to travel regularly to operational sites or AIV factories.
Application Process Details:
- Must be eligible for security clearance by national security administrations.
- Potential selection tests as part of the recruitment process.
- Applications accepted from nationals of specific ESA member states and cooperating states.
The European Space Agency is seeking a Head of Galileo Qualification Unit. This role is based in our ESTEC establishment in Noordwijk, Netherlands. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
The Role: As the Head of Galileo Qualification Unit, you will report to the Head of the System AIV and Deployment Service in the management of the overall activities related to the verification and qualification of the Galileo system. You will be responsible for fulfilling the role of qualification authority of the Galileo project, performing an incremental qualification of the overall Galileo system infrastructure, managing the corresponding ground segment qualification, and establishing and implementing an overall system integration and verification programme of work.
Job Requirements: You should have a master's in physics, electrical or aerospace engineering or a related field. At least 10 years of experience in system-level testing, integration and deployment, including the organisation of the related test campaigns is required. Good knowledge of large-scale distributed ground segment infrastructure is essential. Knowledge of GNSS technology and infrastructure would be considered an asset. You must be prepared to travel on a regular basis, as many of the activities will take place at operational sites or at the AIV factories.
Benefits: We offer a competitive salary package, classified A2 - A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale. We also provide a stimulating and diverse work environment.
Application Details: Applicants must be eligible for security clearance by their national security administrations. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia.
