Applications Engineer

1 maand geleden


Noordwijk, Nederland Serco Voltijd

Package Description

What we offer if you join our amazing team:

• Competitive Salary 

• Corporate Benefits Package 

• Company events

• Access to training 

Job Introduction

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies and New Space ventures who want to scale their businesses/organizations with skilled talent.

On behalf of our client, the European Space Agency, we are looking for a skilled Applications Engineer to join our team at the esteemed ESA-ESTEC site, in Noordwijk, NL. Step into a remarkable role that grants you access to one of the globe's highly coveted space agencies – an opportunity that launches your career into orbit

Please note that the position can be located in either Harwell, UK, or Noordwijk, Netherlands.

The Business Application and Space Solutions Department implements the Space Solutions Programme. ESA Space Solutions operates two main production lines: Application Projects (“Business Applications”) and Business Incubation Centres (“BIC”). As part of this, the Study and Project Management Office our team of engineers are in charge of the implementation of all ARTES Applications/Services Feasibility Studies and Applications Projects. You will work with new Space Businesses and Applications to ensure they have a comprehensive road to market, assess the validity of their business model and help them through the ESA process.

Main Responsibilities

As Applications Engineer you will concentrate your activities on the following:

Identification and characterization of new services and applications exploiting current and next generation of space systems (e.g. Satcom, Earth Observation and Satellite Navigation) and their integration in non-space domains. Assessment of the technical and operational requirements applicable to space-based applications and their integration with terrestrial solutions to support the identified services and applications in an end-to-end context. Evaluation of industrial proposals. Implement activities with industry, operators, application providers and user communities addressed to develop, validate and promote the utilisation of space-based assets. Development and implementation of methodologies and tools for the assessment of end-to-end performance of multimedia applications. Analysis and assessment of the business and regulatory aspects associated with the launch and commercial operations of satellite-based applications and services.

Successful Candidate

Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring :

Master’s Degree in Engineering from a relevant domain. 4-5 years of relevant work experience, including working in space industry (the NewSpace industry is a plus). Sound knowledge of the overall space applications market, and specific experience in specifying, developing, evaluating and promoting applications making use of satellites.. Significant experience in satellite and possibly in terrestrial systems requirements analysis, design, implementation and operations, and associated management experience Familiarity with downstream space services and applications and with relevant space technologies (i.e. satellite communications, navigation and earth observation) is an asset. Good business acumen is an asset. Experience in the evaluation of proposals. Experience with space (application) projects feasibility studies. Knowledge of ESA and in particular various TIA space applications and ESA S2 programs is considered as an asset. Excellent analytical skills. High standard of document drafting Comfortable with working in a diverse and multinational team environment. Excellent interpersonal skills are needed, together with a high degree organizational and communication abilities. Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken. Knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset. Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.
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