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Exciting opportunity to join the European Space Agency as an On-board Computers and Data Handling Engineer and contribute to groundbreaking space missions
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Noordwijk, NL
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Expires at anytime
The European Space Agency (ESA) is internationally recognized for its groundbreaking space missions and contribution to space technology. ESA is seeking enthusiastic and experienced On-board Computers and Data Handling Engineers for its Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality in the Avionics and EEE division.
- As a part of the team, you will provide expert technical support across all phases of ESA projects, contribute to feasibility studies, project reviews, and evaluations of procurement proposals.
- The role involves identifying critical development issues and assisting in their resolution, as well as contributing to the definition of technology development requirements, roadmaps, and work plans.
- Candidates should possess a Master's degree in electronics, electrical engineering, networks, telecommunications, or related field with 10 years of relevant professional experience. Proficiency with FPGA/processors/microcontrollers, single-point-of-failure-free circuit design, and radiation-hardened components is essential.
- ESA offers a dynamic international working environment with initial contracts of 4 years extendable up to 8 years based on performance and organisational needs. ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking two On-board Computers and Data Handling Engineers to join our team at the ESTEC site in Noordwijk, Netherlands. This opportunity is within the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality, specifically in the Data Handling Section of the Avionics and EEE Division.
The role: As an On-board Computers and Data Handling Engineer, you will provide expert technical support and consultancy to ESA projects across all phases. Your responsibilities will include participating in feasibility studies, project reviews, and evaluations of procurement proposals. You will also identify critical development problems and assist in their resolution. Additionally, you will contribute to the definition of technology development requirements, roadmaps, and work plans for the Agency’s technology programmes.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in electronics, electrical engineering, networks, telecommunications, or a related field. You should have at least 10 years of professional experience in the design, review, simulation, and verification of end-to-end processing chains and data handling architectures. Experience with FPGA/processors/microcontrollers, single-point-of-failure-free circuit design, and radiation-hardened components is essential.
Benefits: ESA offers a dynamic and international working environment with the opportunity to contribute to our groundbreaking space missions. The position is initially for 4 years, extendable to an indefinite duration or up to a maximum total duration of 8 years depending on performance and organisational needs.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.
