Although no immediate vacancy exists we would like to receive CVs from candidates interested in supporting the future European Space Agency (ESA) missions operated from the European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) in Darmstadt, Germany.

ESOC operates many of Europe’s most exciting space missions in earth observation, navigation, science and interplanetary exploration.  Successful applicants would have the opportunity to play an important role in a number of mission operations.

Note that it is not possible to apply directly to ESA/ESOC, so please contact  ‘recruitment@scisys.co.uk’ if you are interested in being involved.

Tasks:

·        Manage spacecraft database defining all telemetry and telecommands, including setup, maintenance, version and configuration control and support to users, in coordination with the Project and Industrial Teams

·        Support definition and review of requirements and interfaces for other systems (e.g. MCS, simulator, Flight Dynamics)

·        Create and maintain operational procedures for ground systems and spacecraft configuration

·        Support ground systems tests, simulations and System Validation Test (SVT) campaigns in database-related issues

·        Support Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) and routine operations before launch in database-related issues

·        Liaise the Flight Control Team with other operations teams (e.g. Software Support, Flight Dynamics, Ground Stations Network)

·        Supervise team of Spacecraft Controllers, including production of reports and shift plans

·        Produce spacecraft routine operations reports

·        Support investigations of spacecraft and ground system anomalies

Essential requirements:

·        University degree in a relevant field (e.g. physics, electronics, computer, aerospace, telecommunications engineering) or relevant previous spacecraft operations experience

·        Familiarity with spacecraft operations and mission control concepts

·        Good knowledge of database systems (MS Access, Oracle, SQL)

·        Good knowledge of both UNIX and Windows operating systems

·        Good communication skills

·        Very good communication, presentation and team working skills combined with the ability to perform under very high workloads

·        The ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and obtain a system overview.

·        Good analytical skills.

Desirable skills:

·        Programming experience (desirable)

·        Knowledge of SCOS-2000 (desirable)

·        Ability to work autonomously

Other information e.g. dual location, special security clearance, foreign languages:

Fluency in English (mandatory)

Candidate must be either an EU National or have a valid working permit to work in Germany

On-call and shift work will be required for the position