About this job

ESA is looking for a VEGA Launch Complex Engineer.
ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
Post
This post is for a limited duration of 4 years (non-renewable) and is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale.
 

Responsibilities

• following up industrial activities on launch complex control means, linked to the accompaniment of Vega exploitation, including anomalies, treatment of obsolescence, and complementary developments;
• supporting the maintenance and evolutions of Launch System qualification status for Vega Ground Control Means (including Level 2 and 3 software used to accept, verify and control the launch vehicle (LV) and Launch System (LS)), ensuring full operability of the Launch System during the exploitation and parallel development phase:
• • Analysis of justifications and independent verification of Vega launch system changes with impact on the qualification status;
  • Management of industrial activities related to delta qualification activities;
  • Resolution of qualification reservations and robustness issues

• managing the implementation of the Vega-C Ground Control Means (GPM and GSM) activities (including Level 2 and 3 software used to accept, verify and control the LV and LS), including definition, design, verification and synthesis;
• supporting the preparation and execution of the Vega-C combined tests and maiden flight launch campaigns;
• supporting the Independent Verification of Vega-C Exploitation HLR and contributing to the maintaining of Vega-C Launch System Master File as far as Ground Control Means are concerned;
• contributing to the Vega-E Launch System trade-offs and definition of the Vega-E Launch Base System Requirements, including Launch Vehicle-to-Launch Base Interface Requirements.

Profile

Technical competencies
Multidisciplinary knowledge of area of responsibility
Knowledge of industrial costs and scheduling
Knowledge of other technical domains with interfaces to own area of responsibility
Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes
ESA space systems development, verification and review processes and standards
Education
A Master’s degree in engineering is required for this post
Additional requirements
Minimum ten years of direct system-level experience in ground segment development for space transportation systems within industry or ESA programmes.
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The closing date for applications is 28 June 2021.
At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at contact.human.resources@esa.int.
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We offer
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an equal opportunities employer that offers competitive salaries exempt from national income tax and excellent employment conditions, such as allowances for expatriates and relocation support. For more information: http://www.esa.int/About_Us/Careers_at_ESA

About us
We are the European Space Agency. Our mission is the peaceful exploration and use of space for the benefit of everyone. We watch over Earth, develop and launch inspiring and unique space projects, train astronauts and push the boundaries of science and technology, seeking answers to the big questions about the Universe. We are a family of scientists, engineers and business professionals from all over Europe working together in a diverse and multinational environment. We are dedicated to united space in Europe and united Europe in space. Learn more: http://www.esa.int/