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New Technologies Development Engineer/Scientist
Job Description
Aurora is an established and approved supplier of skilled manpower to ESA and in particular at ESTEC and ESAC. There is a great opportunity to join the Aurora on-site team supporting ESA at ESTEC for the following work.
Overview and Tasks
Aurora Technology B.V. is providing a fantastic opportunity to be a science technology expert in a small group focusing and leading advanced technology research and development for the Science Directorate of the European Space Agency.The Advanced Technologies Section
The Advanced Technology Section (SRE-PAT) of the Advanced Studies and Technology Preparation Division (SRE-PA) is within the Science and Robotic Exploration directorate (D/SRE). It is responsible for the timely development of technologies required for the future science missions in the ESA Science Programme. This includes the survey, identification and definition of required technologies, and the planning, coordination and management of the associated Technology Development Activities (TDAs) that are implemented in the European space industry. A solid collaboration with the other Sections of the Division and TEC is essential to this work. The principle tasks of the Applied Physicist/Engineer will include:- Provide support to the development of the technologies required for the future ESA Science Missions as defined in the Cosmic Visions 1525 Programme (CV1525): TDAs documentation preparation (Statement of Work, technical requirements) and technical follow-up;
- Provide support to the technology planning for the CV1525 missions and future science themes;
- Support the production of Technology Development Plans for future missions, themes and systems;
- Assist in the coordination of technology developments and planning across ESA and with external parties;
- Support future mission assessment and advanced studies in areas related to advanced technologies;
- Support the research and development efforts in the field of advanced optics and sensors complementing the TDAs, if required;
- Participation in technical reviews and working groups.
The Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be confident with new technologies and have experience of formal studies and industrial contracts in either technology or physics. The following range of skills is sought:- A high level of education is required with a minimum of a University degree in engineering and or physics.
- Several/many years professional work experience in the development of advanced technologies (not IT).
- Experience or appreciation of the demands of operating in a space environment is advantageous.
- Ability to support the preparation and review of technical documentation including statements of work, and technical reports.
- Knowledge of advanced optics, lightweight structures and mechanisms and novel sensors are very important.
- Good communication skills and be able to work in a highly educated multinational environment.
- The working language is English and other languages are beneficial.
- Multi tasking ability and flexibility to contribute to several projects in parallel.
All applicants must hold a valid passport from a country of the European Union and be legally able to work in The Netherlands.
Location
The work will be performed at the European Space Technology and research Centre (ESTEC) at Noordwijk, The Netherlands and may involve some travelling. ESTEC provides a large range of sports and social clubs to which you may participate.Contract
- You will be registered for both social security and tax in The Netherlands.
- The standard working hours are 40 per week. There are 12 public holidays and an additional 27 annual days holiday.
- Training to improve efficiency and provide strength for future career are of course included.
- Aurora can assist financially with relocation and provide useful information to working and living in The Netherlands.
Summary
Aurora's successful formula is ensuring the happiness of employees and customers.
To be considered for this Position
Provide prior to 28 September 2008 a complete and detailed Recruitment Form to Mr. Alex Jeanes, user alexjeanes AT domain aurora.nl quoting reference FST-03.
Aurora will agree conditional employment terms and conditions with candidates before presenting their recruitment form to ESA on or before 2 October 2008. Should ESA select you then a formal letter of employment shall be issued with an agreed start date.
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