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Join ESA's visionary FutureNAV programme as a LEO-PNT Lead Performance Engineer and play a pivotal role in defining Europe's LEO-PNT capability.
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Location
Noordwijk, NL
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Organisation summary
Celeste, a key player in the FutureNAV programme, is leading the ESA's efforts to establish a European Low Earth Orbit Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (LEO-PNT) capability. This programme holds the promise of enhancing the precision and resilience of existing GNSS services by harnessing a constellation of LEO satellites, thus opening up new possibilities for emergent applications.
Role Summary
- Manage the performance requirements of the Celeste and LEO-PNT systems
- Lead a team of engineers to ensure the integration of system performance tools and simulations
- Contribute to system architecture, operations concept, and the performance verification program
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in engineering or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in LEO-PNT systems, GNSS systems, and industrial activities management in space domains
- Superb communication skills and the ability to work in an international setting
Application Process Details
- ESA offers a competitive package inclusive of an inspiring work environment and chances for career advancement
- The role is for an initial term of 4 years with opportunities for indefinite extension
- ESA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their background
- Applicants should be eligible to access controlled information and capable of obtaining necessary security clearance
Celeste is a key component of the FutureNAV programme, representing the ESA's contribution to establishing a European Low Earth Orbit Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (LEO-PNT) capability. This initiative aims to enhance the resilience and accuracy of existing GNSS services by utilizing a constellation of LEO satellites, offering innovative features for emerging applications.
The role: As the LEO-PNT Lead end-to-end Performance Engineer, you will be part of the Celeste System Unit within the Future Navigation Department at ESA. Your primary responsibilities will include managing the performance requirements of the Celeste and LEO-PNT systems, leading a team of engineers, and ensuring the integration of system performance tools and simulations. You will also contribute to the system architecture, operations concept, and the performance verification program.
Job requirements: Candidates should have a master's degree in engineering or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience. Experience in LEO-PNT systems, GNSS systems, and managing industrial activities in space domains is highly desirable. Strong communication skills and the ability to work internationally are also important.
Benefits: ESA offers a dynamic and international working environment, opportunities for career development, and a commitment to work-life balance. The position is initially for 4 years, with the possibility of extension to an indefinite term.
Additional information: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background. Applicants must be eligible to access controlled information and able to obtain the necessary security clearance.
