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Join the European Space Agency's mission to enhance Europe's EO capabilities as an ERS-EO Security Applications Engineer.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Frascati, Italy
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
The European Space Agency (ESA), an international organisation committed to exploration and understanding of space, is looking for an ERS-EO Security Applications Engineer to join their Earth Observation Programmes Directorate located in Italy. ESA is known for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and offers a dynamic, international working environment.
Role Summary
- Play a crucial role in the European Resilience from Space (ERS) programme.
- Work on the rapid development and consolidation of EO-derived information systems.
- Support the establishment of Security Resilience Nodes across Europe.
- Translate the requirements from these nodes into R&D activities within the Future EO programme.
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in a relevant field such as Signal Processing, Earth Science, Computer Science, or Data Science.
- At least 6 years of relevant professional experience.
- Expertise in EO applications and a deep knowledge of the European EO industry.
- Experience in interacting with European and international security stakeholders is essential.
Application Process Details
- Applications from ESA Member States nationals are preferred.
- A good command of English or French is required, additional language proficiency is an asset.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is excited to announce an opening for an ERS-EO Security Applications Engineer at our Earth Observation Programmes Directorate, located at ESRIN in Frascati, Italy. This role is a fixed-term appointment initially for 4 years, with the possibility of extension up to 8 years based on performance and organisational needs.
The role: As an EO Security Applications Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the European Resilience from Space (ERS) programme, which aims to enhance Europe's EO capabilities for security stakeholders. This involves the rapid development and consolidation of EO-derived information systems and supporting the creation of Security Resilience Nodes across Europe. Your responsibilities will include integrating EO application and service developments into these nodes, supporting capability developments, and ensuring that the requirements from these nodes translate into R&D activities within our Future EO programme.
Job requirements: You will need to have a master's degree in a relevant field such as Signal Processing, Earth Science, Computer Science, or Data Science, along with 6 years of relevant professional experience. A PhD is considered an asset. Your role will require in-depth expertise in EO applications, a comprehensive understanding of the European EO industry, and extensive experience interacting with European and international security stakeholders.
Benefits: ESA offers a dynamic and international working environment with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. We provide competitive benefits and support for individuals with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive work environment.
Applications details: We welcome applications from nationals of ESA Member States. A good knowledge of English or French is required, and knowledge of another Member State language is an asset. Please apply by the closing date of April 23, 2026.
