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Join the European Space Agency - a key player in space exploration - as a Lead SAR Back-end Payload Engineer for their pivotal Copernicus Sentinel missions
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Noordwijk, NL
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The European Space Agency (ESA) is a pioneering force in the realm of space exploration, spearheading vital missions and technological advancements. As a Lead SAR Back-end Payload Engineer, you will be integral to the continuation and enhancement of Copernicus Sentinel measurements well into 2030s.
Role Summary:
- Oversee procurement and delivery of backend payload elements for various project phases.
- Report to S1 NG and ROSE-L Payload Managers on all technical and programmatic matters.
- Manage the design, development, manufacturing, testing, and characterisation of the backend payload subsystem.
Role Requirements:
- A Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline or a Bachelor’s degree with additional professional experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of electronic system architectures including hardware, firmware, and software.
- Experience managing technical interfaces between subsystems in an ESA project team environment or within the industrial consortium.
Application Process Details:
- Must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations.
- The recruitment process includes selection tests and a basic screening before appointment.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Lead SAR Back-end Payload Engineer for the Copernicus Sentinel-1 Next Generation (S1 NG) and ROSE-L missions. These missions are crucial for the continuation and enhancement of Copernicus Sentinel measurements into the 2030s. The role involves entering into Phase B2/C/D (implementation) of these projects.
The role: As the Lead SAR Back-end Payload Engineer, you will be responsible for the procurement and timely delivery of the backend payload elements of the synthetic aperture radar during various project phases. You will report to the S1 NG and ROSE-L Payload Managers for all technical and programmatic matters and work within the relevant project teams. Your duties will include supervising the design, development, manufacturing, testing, and characterisation of the backend payload subsystem.
Job requirements: The position requires a master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or a bachelor’s degree with additional professional experience. Extensive knowledge of electronic system architectures and their breakdown into hardware, firmware, and software items is considered an asset. You should have experience in managing technical interfaces between subsystems in an ESA project team environment or within the industrial consortium.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities, and 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. The recruitment process may include selection tests, and successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment.
