Support for a Software and Data Management Engineer

The main duties are the maintenance and the re-design of the configuration data handling environment and the actual building, packaging and distribution of any configuration data package or software that can be built on-site.

Objective

The Engineer shall work in the Operations Department - Maintenance and Engineering Division team supporting all Ground Segment Commissioning and Routine Operations. These Ground Systems monitor and control EUMETSAT’s MTP, MSG and METOP satellites and process and distribute all data from their instrument payloads. They will be extended in the near future to support further missions. As a member of the MED Computer System Management team, the engineer shall provide support to the development and maintenance of all current and future operational ground segments. The main duties are the maintenance and the re-design of the configuration data handling environment and the actual building, packaging and distribution of any configuration data package or software that can be built on-site. Furthermore the duties

include a range of tasks, from the support to the operation of the UNIX and Windows-based ground segment facilities, to the analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance of configuration data and software handling functions. It also includes the setting-up and implementation of maintenance policies and procedures as well as the co-ordination with external providers of maintenance services.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and development of the as-built configuration data handling environments
Building and distribution of configuration data packages, software releases and software patches
Support to programmers with respect to the handling of CM controlled data and software packages
Design and implementation of means to re-establish the operational software and configuration data baselines in case of minor or major disaster
Investigation into anomalies, their documentation and classification; follow up of the delivery of S/W corrections
Participation in technical meetings and formal reviews
Analysis of the maintenance requirements and identification, procurement or implementation of the tools to fulfil them; writing of maintenance and recovery procedures
Interfacing with external contractors who are providing maintenance services for ground segment facilities

Experience

A broad spectrum knowledge in engineering physics, with a natural inclination for learning and understanding new technologies
The candidate should have experience in the development of advanced technologies, preferably for space applications
Management experience with industrial contract exposure and responsibility is an important asset
Knowledge of advanced optics, novel sensors and materials, power generation, thermal protection and cryogenics are very important

Essential Skills

Good communication and analytical skills to interface with colleagues within ESA and with external partners and user communities are essential.

Qualities

Team player, willing to work in a multi-tasking mode, quickly adapting in a dynamic environment
Willing to learn new skills and master new areas will be the best complement to the solid technical education and background

Further Details

All roles within VEGA Space are advertised for a minimum of one month to ensure maximum visibility to potential candidates. However, if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please provide your CV in a EUROPASS format, this can be found by following the link: http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/europass/home/vernav/Europass+Documents/Europass+CV.csp

Benefits

Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including holiday, life assurance and a contributory pension scheme are offered to the successful candidate

Security

In line with Asylum & Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.

Worldwide Locations:

EUMETSAT, Darmstadt, GERMANY

Closing Date: 01 March 2012

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