Summary
Currently seeking an experienced Engineer to work for Telespazio VEGA in support of ESA/ESTEC with development of software tools for engineering aspects of navigation systems.
Objective
The primary purpose of the role will be to support the Radio Navigation Systems & Techniques Section on software development for various navigation system design activities.
Responsibilities / Duties
The key tasks and responsibilities, will include, but are not limited to:
Engineering tools exploitation, development and evolution
Support ESA in engineering activities, associated with the development and updates of engineering tools including but not limited to the following areas:
- RF system performance analysis and Service volume simulation;
- Digital signal processing and user algorithms, including simulation of environment impairments, use of RF Constellation Simulator (RFCS) and Software-Defined-Radios (SDRs), etc.;
- Navigation and sensor fusion algorithms involving GNSS, Precise Point Positioning (PPP), Real Time Kinematic (RTK), etc.;
- Concepts and techniques for High Accuracy GNSS, PPP and PPP-RTK positioning;
- Assessment of associated integrity concepts (system performances, algorithms and software for network processors and computation of the corrections, user algorithms, etc.);
- Analysis relating to the use of space receivers (visibility analysis, system performances, testing of space receiver in the laboratory) and update of associated tools;
- Security algorithm and techniques design and testing;
- Telecom and data dissemination techniques and protocols;
- Physical, data, network layer techniques and simulations;
- Link budget analysis and simulations.
Essential Skills
- Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Telecommunications, Space Systems Engineering, or related specialisation.
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in the development of Software tools related to the specific tasks of the position.
- The candidate should be familiar with modern software engineering practices and tools.
- GNSS experience.
- Experience in software development of tools for Space Systems is a strong asset.
- Knowledge in (Model-Based) Software production, test processes and associated tools (e.g. Capella, Magic Draw, Enterprise Architect, On-Board Software Reference Architecture, TASTE) is an asset.
- Knowledge in software standards (space ECSS, aircrafts, train, automotive) is interesting.
- Experience in GNSS and navigation systems is also interesting.
Qualities
- Proficient in the English language (spoken and written)
- Very good organisation and communication skills, a proactive attitude to solving problems and an interest in innovative technologies
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and autonomously
Further Details
All roles within Telespazio VEGA have a defined closing date, however if a successful candidate is found before the advert expires the role will be closed early. We would therefore advise any candidate to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Closing Date for applications is 6th July 2020.
To apply : Please send your CV and covering letter to careers@telespazio.com
By sending your CV to careers@telespazio.com you give your consent for Telespazio VEGA to hold and process your personal information for the purpose of the application.
Benefits
Competitive Package covering salary, generous holiday allowance, training plan and mor
Security
In line with Asylum & Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.