About this job

ESA is looking for a Space Segment 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.

Responsibilities

• Initiating, monitoring and controlling of ARTES Core Competitiveness (CC) and other ARTES Programme line activities related to Space Segment technology and product development for satellite communications,  in collaboration with the Procurement Department, the Strategic Programme Line managers and other relevant Departments of ESA;
• Supporting other ARTES Programme Element activities and the creation/implementation of partnership projects;
• Reporting regularly on the progress, status, schedule and outcome of ARTES activities, including realistic forecasting of milestone-completion dates;
• Identifying and defining future satcom system and service trends to define Space Segment product and technology needs;
• Supporting the promotion of ARTES CC and of ARTES socio-economic impact analysis;
• Coordinating expert technical support provided by other ESA organisational units (e.g. Directorate of Operations, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality) as required to ensure the effective initiation and management of activities.

Profile

 
Technical competencies
Experience in managing space segment technology and product development activities carried out by industry for commercial satellite communication applications
Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes
Knowledge of satcom space segment system architectures, products and market
Knowledge of radio frequency and optical communication technologies, preferably in the context of space telecommunication applications
Education
A Master’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline is required.

Additional requirements
Experience in satellite communications space segment technology and product definition and development, including specific knowledge and development experience in at least one of the following payload domains: radio frequency signal processing, digital signal processing, optical communication technologies.

Experience in the satellite telecommunication industry would be a distinct advantage.
You should also demonstrate strong negotiation skills and contract/subcontract management experience.

You must be eligible to obtain security clearance from national authorities.

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The closing date for applications is 28 July 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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Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia.

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/