Head of the AOCS and Pointing Systems Section
Job Requisition ID: 18702
Date Posted: 16 May 2024
Closing Date: 6 June 2024 23:59 CET/CEST
Publication: Internal & External
Type of Contract : Permanent
Directorate: Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality
Workplace:
Noordwijk, NL
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Description
Head of the AOCS and Pointing Systems Section in the GNC, AOCS and Pointing Division, Systems Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.
You will report to the Head of the GNC, AOCS and Pointing Division, and be responsible for the management of the Section, its resources and activities. In addition, you will be required to carry out and contribute to operational activities in the technical domains within the Section's areas of responsibility.
The Section covers the design and implementation of attitude and orbit control systems (AOCS) and pointing systems for all space vehicles dedicated to Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications and integrated applications, and science missions, together with related IOD/IOV missions.
The Section is in charge of the following activities:
Duties
In line with the terms of reference of the Section, you will be responsible for the following:
As Head of Section, you will ensure proper coordination and collaboration with the other sections and experts in the Directorate from disciplines in relation to AOCS and pointing systems.
Your roles and responsibilities are subject to further evolution as part of the ESA transformation.
Technical competencies
Knowledge of relevant technical domains
Experience in supporting ESA programmes/projects and knowledge of their technical and programmatic requirements in relevant technical domains
Knowledge of the industrial landscape and ability to define technology development roadmaps, identifying future trends in technology requirements
Experience in driving R&D activities, as well as knowledge of the ESA technology programmes
Experience in ESA procurement processes and contract management as well as applied negotiation skills
Behavioural competencies
• Result Orientation
• Operational Efficiency
• Fostering Cooperation
• Relationship Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Forward Thinking
Education
A master's in control or aerospace engineering is required for this post.
Additional requirements
You should also have the following:
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 .
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 technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations & 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 can only be 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.
Functie: | head |
Startdatum: | 18-05-2024 |
Ervaring: | Ervaren |
Educatielevel: | HBO |
Contracttype: | Vast |
Salaris: | onbekend – onbekend |
Uren per week: | 1 – 40 |
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