Aero/Aerothermodynamics, GNC and Flight Software Technology Project Engineer

Job Expired

Paris, France

Full Time

a year ago

Job description

Vacancy in the Directorate of Space Transportation.

ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.

This post is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale.

Location
ESA Headquarters, Paris, France

Description

Aero/Aerothermodynamics, GNC and Flight Software Technology Project Engineer in the Core Future Launchers Preparatory Programme (STS-FF), Future Launchers Preparatory Programme (FLPP), Future Preparation, Directorate of Space Transportation.

You will support the ramp-up of system, service-oriented and technology push projects to be implemented in the roadmap for future space transportation preparation.

Duties

Your tasks and responsibilities will include:

devising technical consolidation and programmatic build-up to reach Technology Readiness Level 6 and Integration Readiness Level 3 for identified technologies;
drafting statements of work for the relevant Future Launchers Technology Programme (FLPP) technology activities, with internal support and technical assistance, as well as supporting the subsequent bidding process;
managing and participating in the evaluation of tender submissions and the implementation of the corresponding contracts, in collaboration with the Procurement Department and other relevant ESA departments;
organising and supporting negotiations of the contracts with industry;
managing the relevant contracted activities, including the assessment of deliverables and the timely delivery of technological developments; preparing and organising required reviews/key points;
supporting FLPP-wide system and technology activities, in particular for aero/aerothermodynamics, GNC and flight software, especially for the drafting of requirements and the development of the synergies between technology activities and the demonstrators, or with the space transportation developments;
contributing to the drafting of relevant programmatic documents such as roadmaps, work plans, relevant ESA committee papers (for PB/IPC/AC), procurement proposals and programme proposals;
assessing the needs and potential of new technologies for space transportation from both within Europe and beyond Europe;
providing appropriate support to the FLPP Core Future Launchers Preparatory Programme Manager;
providing support for Future Space Transportation Preparation technology and demonstration roadmaps in collaboration with the flagship demonstrator team, with respect to system concept needs, and in particular for aero/aerothermodynamics, GNC and flight software;
supporting diversification of space transportation stakeholders through spin-in/spin-off in order to strengthen the Future Space Transportation Preparation technology and demonstration roadmap;
Supporting the organisation of FIRST! (Future Innovation and Research in Space Transportation: open competition calls for technology disruptors maturation) procurement actions, including the organisation of related events;
communicating when relevant the outcome of technology maturations, internally in ESA and externally at workshops and conferences.

You will be assisted by project control, contracts, legal and quality staff and supported by engineers from the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality as well as from national agencies within the FLPP Technical Assistance scheme.

Technical competencies

Good knowledge and experience on Aero/Aerothermodynamics, GNC and Flight Software

Multi-disciplinary knowledge of area of responsibility

Experience in Technology maturation projects

Experience in the management and monitoring of industrial activities, including participation in reviews, knowledge of industrial costs and schedule aspects

Space Transportation system development and Product Assurance standards

Complex project risk management processes

Knowledge of other technical domains with interfaces to own area of responsibility

Knowledge of technologies for Launchers, In-orbit transportation systems, Orbital transfer Vehicles and Return from space

Knowledge of ESA and industrial development, verification and procurement processes

Preparation and execution of tests

Behavioural competencies

Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking

Education

A master’s degree in engineering is required for this post.

Additional requirements

You should also have:

knowledge of the European and global space transportation sectors including industry;
technical knowledge of space Transportation systems and innovative technologies with a particular focus on aero/aerothermodynamics, GNC and flight software;
demonstrated project lead experience;
demonstrated negotiating skills;
experience of motivating and developing a team including non-ESA staff and trainees;
the ability to work autonomously in an international environment;
demonstrated leadership, relationship management and communication skills, both oral and written;
excellent cognitive, analytical, delegation, planning and organisational skills;
the ability to anticipate problems, solve complex issues and relate situations to their context;
the ability to reach solution-oriented, pragmatic and timely decisions of a high standard and integrity as well as the capacity to support others (team members, upper management and other stakeholders) in this process;
previous experience of managing multiple team locations would be an asset for the position, as would experience in diverse functional areas relevant to ESA’s activities
professional experience in the space transportation industry would be a plus;
competence in establishing technology roadmaps and experience of academic and public/private space transportation R&D would also be a plus.

Other information

For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework.

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The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.

Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations.

The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.

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 email 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, Slovakia and Slovenia.

According to the ESA Convention, the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States*. When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from under-represented Member States*.

In accordance with the European Space Agency’s security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment conducted by an external background screening service.

In principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level.

*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States.