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Join the frontlines of space exploration as a Liaison Officer at the ESA, a role that promises exciting international collaboration and groundbreaking missions.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Darmstadt, Germany - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary:
ESA's Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes is at the forefront of space exploration, involved in human and robotic missions. Through partnerships with global entities including NASA, ESA works on scientific research, economic development, international cooperation, and inspiring public interest.
Role Summary:
- Positioned at ESOC in Germany, with a resident assignment at the ESA Houston Office in Texas, USA.
- Facilitates technical and programmatic coordination between ESA and NASA teams.
- Represents ESA in reviews, boards, panels, and working groups.
- Acts as primary ESA Liaison officer for ISS operations and other LEO programmes.
Role Requirements:
- Master's degree in related field.
- Strong communication capabilities.
- Understanding of human spaceflight operations and liaison activities.
- Knowledge of ESA/NASA LEO programmes, ISS design, operations, procedures, and tools.
- Familiarity with NASA commercial crew vehicle design and operations.
Application Process Details:
- ESA advocates diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
- Applicants need to be eligible to access information as per European or US export control regulations.
The Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes (D/HRE) at ESA is engaged in cutting-edge space exploration activities, involving both human and robotic missions. Our partnership with various international entities, including NASA, focuses on scientific research, economic development, international cooperation, and public inspiration.
The role: As a Liaison Officer, you will be based at ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany with a resident assignment to the ESA Houston Office, Texas, USA. Your primary responsibility will be to facilitate technical and programmatic coordination between ESA and NASA teams, particularly for the International Space Station (ISS) and post-ISS programmes. This includes representing ESA in various reviews, boards, panels, and working groups, and acting as the primary ESA Liaison Officer for ISS operations and other Low Earth Orbit (LEO) programmes.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in a relevant field, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of human spaceflight operations and liaison activities. A good knowledge of collaborative HRE ESA/NASA LEO programmes, ISS design, operations, procedures, and tools is essential. You should also be familiar with NASA commercial crew vehicle design and operations.
Benefits: ESA offers a dynamic and international working environment, opportunities for on-call operational roles, and the possibility to be involved in groundbreaking space missions. The position is initially for 4 years, extendable to indefinite.
Additional information: ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background. Applicants must be eligible to access information subject to European or US export control regulations.
