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Join the European Space Agency in a pivotal role as a VEGA-C Mission Performance Engineer contributing to groundbreaking space exploration.
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Salary
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Location
Frascati, Italy
Expires
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Organisation Summary
The European Space Agency (ESA) is a pivotal institution in the field of space exploration. An opportunity exists to join the agency in a vital role based in Italy, working within an inclusive and diverse environment.
Role Summary
- Direct analysis, verification, and monitoring of key performance indicators for the Vega-C Launch System.
- Perform evaluations of the Launch System's performance across missions and conduct in-depth reviews of flight data.
- Identify potential deviations and suggest corrective or optimization actions.
Role Requirements
- Relevant master's degree and 10 years of professional experience required.
- Experience with Vega-related products and management of lessons learned databases are beneficial.
Application Process Details
- All applicants must be eligible for access to information 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 a VEGA-C Mission Performance Engineer to join our team at ESRIN in Frascati, Italy. This role is crucial for the Vega and Space Rider Launch System and Engineering Division within the Flight Programmes Department of the Directorate of Space Transportation.
The role: As a VEGA-C Mission Performance Engineer, you will be under the direct authority of the Vega and Space Rider Launch System and Engineering Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and centralize the analysis, assessment, verification, and evolution monitoring of the key performance indicators of the Vega-C Launch System. This includes performing systematic evaluations of the Launch System’s observed performances across all missions and conducting detailed reviews of flight data and outcomes as presented during the flight exploitation reviews. You will ensure that performance results are accurately interpreted, consolidated, and compared against technical requirements and historical trends, identifying potential deviations and improvement opportunities, and proposing corrective or optimization actions.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 10 years of relevant professional experience. Direct experience in the development of Vega-related products and in the management of lessons learned databases will be considered an asset.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. We value diversity and accommodate individuals with disabilities whenever possible.
Additional information: Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations and eligible to acquire security clearance by their national security administrations.
