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Join ESA as a leader in pioneering ground segment and cyber security engineering, shaping the future of space technology
Overview
Salary
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Location
Darmstadt, DE - Noordwijk, NL
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Be a part of the European Space Agency (ESA), a beacon of innovation and a pivotal institution in advancing space exploration. ESA is synonymous with cutting-edge developments in space technology, offering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your work contributes to groundbreaking missions and the evolution of space science.
Role Summary
- Lead the architecting and management of end-to-end ground segment systems and cyber security engineering activities.
- Guide system engineering and cyber security-related technology and standardisation strategies within ESA's matrix organisation.
- Oversee the management of technological developments as part of ESA technology programmes.
- Identify, assess, manage, and report on health and safety risks within the assigned area.
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in a relevant field.
- Strong skills in engineering project planning, management, and execution.
- Solid experience managing industrial contracts.
- Expertise in ground segment system engineering.
- Leadership experience in managing a team of engineers.
- Experience in R&D and/or industrial activities.
- Familiarity with ESA technology programmes is a plus.
Application Process Details
- Applicants must be eligible to access technology subject to European and US export control regulations.
- Must obtain security clearance from national security administrations.
- Undergo a basic pre-appointment screening conducted by an external service.
You will report to the Head of the System and Applications Engineering Division (OPS-GA) in the Ground Systems Engineering and Innovation Department of the Directorate of Operations (D/OPS). As the Head of the Ground Segment System and Cyber Security Engineering Section (OPS-GAE), you will be responsible for supporting ESA programmes through the architecting and management of end-to-end ground segment systems and cyber security engineering activities in support of the overall ESA matrix organisation.
The role entails leading the system engineering and cyber security-related technology and standardisation strategies and managing the necessary developments as part of the ESA technology programmes. You will also be responsible for identifying, assessing, managing and reporting the health and safety risks in your area of responsibility.
Job requirements include a master's degree in a relevant domain, strong and proven skills in engineering project planning, management, and execution as well as management of industrial contracts. Proven expertise in ground segment system engineering and a proven track record of leading and managing a team of engineers is also required. Experience in implementing and driving R&D and/or industrial activities, as well as knowledge of ESA technology programmes is preferred.
Benefits include a friendly and cooperative work environment, the opportunity to work on innovative concepts, technologies and standards, and the chance to contribute to technology development and adoption, standardisation and technology harmonisation in cyber security, ground segment engineering and space safety.
Applications details include the need for applicants to be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations & security clearance by their national security administrations. Successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
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.
