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Join the forefront of space innovation as a Galileo PRS Engineer, shaping the security of Europe's satellite navigation system
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Noordwijk, NL
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The Directorate of Navigation at the European Space Agency (ESA) is looking for a skilled Galileo Public Regulated Service Engineer to join their passionate team. ESA is dedicated to crafting and maintaining the Galileo system, Europe's own global navigation satellite system, which provides highly accurate global positioning service under civilian control. As an organization committed to technological excellence and innovation, ESA offers a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most ambitious space projects in the world.
Role Summary:
- Lead the comprehensive definition, design, and qualification of the Galileo Public Regulated Service (PRS).
- Coordinate the design and definition of PRS functions in collaboration with various engineering teams.
- Contribute to the overarching system architecture and operational concepts.
Role Requirements:
- A master's degree in systems engineering or a related field.
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced project environment.
- Result-oriented with excellent prioritization skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Capability to work autonomously and in international team settings.
ESA promotes diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. They particularly encourage applications from women and strive to support individuals with disabilities. Join ESA and be part of a diverse team committed to inclusivity and pushing the boundaries of space exploration.
The Galileo Public Regulated Service Engineer will be part of the PRS and System Security Engineering Unit in the Galileo System Security Service, Galileo Project Office, Galileo Programme Department, Directorate of Navigation. The Galileo System Security Service oversees security-related activities for the Galileo core infrastructure, including the end-to-end system security engineering, design and development of the Galileo Public Regulated Service (PRS) infrastructure, security accreditation and cyber security.
The role entails leading the end-to-end definition, design and qualification of the Galileo Public Regulated Service (PRS) and associated innovative services, ensuring alignment with system expectations, and incorporating lessons learned from the Galileo First Generation design and validation. You will also be responsible for coordinating the design and definition of PRS functions and associated Interface Control Documents in collaboration with the System Engineering, Ground and Space Segment teams, contributing to system architecture and its operational concept.
Job requirements include a master's degree in systems engineering or a related discipline. You should be able to demonstrate that you can work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure as may typically occur in a project team. You should be result-oriented, able to set priorities, and capable of presenting practical solutions both verbally and in writing. You should have good interpersonal and communication skills. You should have the ability to work autonomously, effectively and cooperatively in a diverse, international team environment, defining and implementing solutions in line with team and individual objectives and project deadlines.
ESA 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. At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace.
