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Exciting opportunity to contribute to space exploration as a Flight Software Engineer at the European Space Agency, a globally recognized institution committed to diversity and inclusiveness.
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Salary
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Location
Noordwijk, NL
Expires
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The European Space Agency (ESA), a leader in space exploration, presents a unique opportunity to join as a Flight Software Engineer within the Technology, Engineering, and Quality Directorate at ESTEC, Netherlands. The successful candidates will embark on an initial 4-year appointment with potential extensions based on performance and organisational needs. Role Summary -
- Involvement in specifications, design, development, verification, and validation of real-time embedded software on ESA spacecraft.
- Provide technical support towards real-time embedded software systems, performing technical monitoring pertaining to flight software development.
- Supervise various functional verification and validation activities at different levels within the organisation.
Role Requirements -
- A master's degree in computer science, electronics engineering, telecommunications or related field
- Strong experience with real-time embedded software on space-qualified hardware
- Knowledge of SPARC LEON processors, ARM, RISC-V, Multicore platforms, and RTOS such as RTEMS and VxWorks
- Experience in managing and monitoring industrial activities and familiarity with all phases of the software development life cycle including agile methodologies
Application Process Details -
- Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations
- Applicants must be able to acquire security clearance from their national security administrations.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking three Flight Software Engineers to join our Technology, Engineering and Quality Directorate at ESTEC in Noordwijk, Netherlands. This opportunity is open for an initial appointment of 4 years, with the possibility of extension to an indefinite duration or up to a maximum of 8 years based on performance and organisational needs.
The role: As a Flight Software Engineer, you will be involved in the specification, design, development, verification, and validation of real-time embedded software on board ESA spacecraft. You will support various ESA programmes from their definition phase until launch, overseeing relevant industrial activities. Your responsibilities will include providing technical support for real-time embedded software systems, performing technical monitoring of industrial activities linked to flight software development, and monitoring various functional verification and validation activities at different levels.
Job requirements: Applicants should hold a master's degree in computer science, electronics engineering, telecommunications, or a related discipline. Strong experience in real-time embedded software on space-qualified hardware is essential. Familiarity with SPARC LEON processors, ARM, RISC-V, multicore platforms, and RTOS such as RTEMS and VxWorks is required. Experience in all phases of the software development life cycle, including agile methodologies, is crucial. Proven experience in managing and monitoring industrial activities is also necessary.
Benefits: ESA offers a stimulating work environment and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusiveness in the workforce. We value diversity and welcome people with disabilities, providing necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can assist during the recruitment process.
Additional information: Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations and must be able to acquire security clearance by their national security administrations.
