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Join ESA as a Payload Manager and contribute to the cutting-edge Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography mission
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Noordwijk, Netherlands
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ESA champions diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join their inclusive workforce. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to ESA's Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography mission, a key player in global topography and environmental monitoring.
Organisation Summary:
The European Space Agency (ESA) is at the forefront of global efforts in space exploration, satellite technology, and Earth observation. As an integral part of the Copernicus program, ESA's Sentinel missions are pivotal in providing vital data for monitoring our planet. Working at ESA means contributing to some of the most advanced space projects in the world, alongside a diverse and talented team.
Role Summary:
- Lead the development of S3-NGT instruments.
- Manage on-board payload data processing elements.
- Collaborate with the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality for technical support.
- Interface with various engineering teams within the project.
Role Requirements:
- A master's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving, planning, and organizational abilities.
- Result-oriented with exceptional analytical skills.
- Proven communication skills and ability to manage complex situations.
- Experience in people management and international exposure are advantageous.
- Knowledge in diverse functional areas relevant to ESA's activities is beneficial.
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.
As a Payload Manager for the Copernicus Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography mission, you will report to the Sentinel-6 and Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography (NGT) Project Manager for all technical and programmatic matters and will work within the S6- and S3-NGT single project team. You will interface with and will receive support from other engineers of the project and will also receive specialized technical support from the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality (D/TEC).
Your responsibilities will include the development of the S3-NGT instruments, including the nadir and swath altimeters, the multi-beam microwave radiometer, the precise orbit determination receiver(s) and the passive laser retroreflector. You will also be responsible for the development of the on-board payload data processing elements, as well as the on-ground prototype processors and the associated performance simulators.
You should have a master’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline. In addition, you should have the potential to manage individuals or a team; the ability to organise individual and team activities and ensure a motivating work environment; strong leadership capabilities, with proven relationship management and communication skills; the ability to drive your team’s performance, developing your people by encouraging learning, delegating responsibility and giving regular and constructive feedback; strong problem-solving skills to deal with day-to-day operational challenges, together with demonstrated planning and organisational skills; a strong result orientation with the ability to set priorities and present practical solutions both orally and in writing; the ability to manage challenging situations proactively and constructively and to be customer-focused; excellent cognitive, analytical and delegation skills; the ability to anticipate problems, resolve complex issues and relate situations to their context.
People management experience is an asset, as is international experience, i.e. outside your home country, as well as experience in diverse functional areas relevant to ESA activities.
