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Exciting opportunity to join the Solar System and Exploration Missions Division at ESA as a Spacecraft Operations Engineer
Overview
Salary No salary declared 😔
Location Darmstadt, DE
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Join our team at the Solar System and Exploration Missions Division of the European Space Agency (ESA). Our division is at the forefront of interplanetary space missions and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Role Summary
- Definition, preparation, and execution of mission operations assigned to the unit
- Investigation and resolution of spacecraft and ground segment anomalies
- Performance evaluation and reporting
- Assisting in the specification, development, validation, maintenance and evolution of the ground segment systems and operational products.
Role Requirements
- A Master's degree in Engineering or Science
- Project management and systems engineering experience
- Understanding of space systems, their components and operations
- Experience with system and trade-off analysis
- Understanding of the development and maintenance of ground infrastructure and/or software systems
Application Process Details
- Applicants must be eligible for access to information subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations
- Successful candidates will undergo a basic screening to comply with ESA's security procedures.
We are looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to join our team in the Solar System and Exploration Missions Division, Mission Operations Department, Directorate of Operations. Our division is responsible for the conception, design, implementation and operations of the mission operations ground segment and the spacecraft operations for ESA missions that travel in interplanetary space.
The Role: As a Spacecraft Operations Engineer, you will assist the Spacecraft Operations Manager (SOM)/Head of Unit in the definition, preparation and execution of the mission operations assigned to the Unit. This includes nominal, special and contingency operations, spacecraft and ground segment anomaly investigation and resolution, performance evaluation and reporting. You will also take on the role of acting SOM/Head of Unit when delegated and assist in the specification, development, validation, maintenance and evolution of the ground segment systems and operational products required to conduct mission operations.
Job Requirements: A master's degree in engineering or science is required for this post. Experience in project management and systems engineering would be considered an asset. You should have a solid knowledge of space systems and their components, as well as mission, spacecraft and/or payload operations, and the ability to perform system and trade-off analysis. Understanding of the development and maintenance of ground infrastructure and/or software systems is also required.
Benefits: We are 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.
Application Details: Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations. 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.
