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Join the European Space Agency's Mission to Pioneer Space Exploration as a Production and Satellites Officer
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Salary
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Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands - Resident assignment to ESA Brussels Office, Brussels, Belgium
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Expires at anytime
Embark on a groundbreaking journey with the European Space Agency (ESA), a beacon of innovation and diversity in space exploration. ESA is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, championing diversity, and encouraging applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds, especially women. As a Production and Satellites Officer, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of Europe's space capabilities, particularly within the Secure Connectivity Programme.
Role Summary:
- Ensure the timely deployment and operational readiness of the space segment.
- Boost EU manufacturing capabilities in satellite and supply chain sectors.
- Supervise the satellite development and validation processes.
- Facilitate coordination between ESA and the European Commission.
Role Requirements:
- A master's degree in engineering, or a related technical or scientific field.
- Profound technical expertise in space segment, satellite design, development, validation, and manufacturing, preferably in telecommunications or constellations.
- Experience in large space programme or project implementation.
- Capability to collaborate with a team of technical, contractual, and legal experts towards a shared objective.
- Proficiency in managing industrial activities, negotiations, and technical reviews.
Knowledge of English or French is necessary, with additional languages being a plus. Eligibility for security clearance and compliance with European and US export control regulations is required.
Application Details:
- Open to nationals from specified ESA member states.
- Initial assignment in Brussels until Q1 2028 with a potential extension.
Organisation: The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore 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 a Production and Satellites Officer in IRIS² Integrated Programme Team in Secure Connectivity Programme Department in the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications, you will be responsible for the timely deployment and entry into operations of the specified space segment. You will conduct activities aiming to build up EU manufacturing capabilities both at satellite and at supply chain level. You will oversee the definition and development of the satellites, relying on ESA for supervision of the industrial activities relating to the development and validation and aiming to ensure coordination in accordance with the agreements between ESA and the European Commission.
Job Requirements: A master’s degree in engineering or a related technical or scientific discipline is required for this post. Strong technical background in space segment and satellite design, development, validation and manufacturing, preferably in the telecommunications or constellations domain. Experience with the implementation of large space programmes or projects, ideally in the telecommunications domain. Demonstrated experience of working as part of a team of technical, contractual and legal specialists working towards a common goal. Experience in the management and monitoring of industrial activities, including technical and contractual negotiations, and management of technical reviews.
Benefits: The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations and for security clearance by their national security administrations. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.
Application Details: 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.
Other: At the end of the assignment, you will be reassigned to a position within CSC Directorate. Initial assignment to Brussels is until Q1 2028 with a possible extension, within the framework of the 12 year Contribution Agreement between ESA and EC.
