System Engineer
Noordwijk, NL
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Description
System Engineer in the CubeSat Systems Unit, Technology In-Orbit Demonstration and Validation Division, Systems Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.
The CubeSat Systems Unit is responsible for the project management and system engineering of CubeSat satellite missions for technology in-orbit demonstration implemented within the Directorate, and delegated by other directorates. The Unit also provides technical support to programme directorates as required in the area of CubeSat systems.
Duties
You will report to the Head of Unit and within the technical fields described above, your main tasks and responsibilities will include:
- managing and participating in the System team for the in-orbit demonstration of the Unit’s CubeSat projects in all phases;
- providing expert technical support and consultancy to ESA projects, programmes and general studies in system engineering for in-orbit
- demonstration and CubeSat systems throughout all project phases;
- participating in feasibility studies, project reviews and evaluations of procurement proposals;
- contributing to the definition of technology development requirements and work plans for the Agency’s Technology programmes;
- initiating and managing R&D activities covering long- and short-term needs in CubeSat systems for in-orbit demonstration;
- monitoring applicable scientific and technological trends in CubeSat systems and technologies, maintaining state-of-the-art expertise.
Duties may also include supporting other activities within your field of competence.
Technical competencies
Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook
Education
A master's degree in aerospace engineering or a major scientific discipline is required for this post.
Additional requirements
Experience in space projects, including a background in spacecraft system or subsystem design, engineering and AIV aspects;
Specific knowledge of CubeSat systems and related miniaturised technologies, technology demonstration projects and industrial experience;
Experience in deep space and/or Earth observation missions would be considered an asset.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness
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.
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 via email at contact.human.resources@esa.int.
Important Information and Disclaimer
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.
Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations & eligible to acquire the security clearance by their national security administrations.
During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
Note that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position.
The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.
Nationality and Languages
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia.
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*.
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.
*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States.
