Data Processing System Engineer [25136]

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Processing System Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and evolution of state-of-the-art satellite-based payload data processing systems. The successful candidate will contribute to system-level engineering activities, software and hardware configuration, and operational support within a dynamic and collaborative environment, with a particular focus on enabling future COPERNICUS satellite missions.

Key Responsibilities

•             Provide technical expertise in data processing system-level engineering:

• Investigate and analyze anomalies and improvement opportunities within ground infrastructure components.
• Coordinate and contribute to Software Engineering Tasks (SWETs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Technical Notes.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, ensuring configuration control and consistency.
• Support operational activities in the domain of data processing as required by program needs.
• Participate in technical and progress meetings, providing relevant inputs and updates.

•             Contribute to system-level reviews and project milestones.

•             Collaborate with partner organizations and stakeholders as needed.

•             Support software and hardware deployment, configuration control, and verification activities.

•             Assist in the implementation, maintenance, and evolution of software components.

•             Contribute to the development and maintenance of technical baseline documentation (e.g., ADD, ICD, STB).

•             Perform additional software engineering tasks as required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in satellite data processing (Level-0, Level-1, Level-2) for meteorological and/or Earth observation products.
• Strong background in integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) of data processing systems, including test planning and execution.
• Proficiency in scripting languages and databases (e.g., Perl, Python, Shell, PostgreSQL).
• Solid experience in system engineering and system design.
• Familiarity with UNIX/Linux operating systems.
• Excellent technical documentation skills.
• Practical knowledge of configuration control and IT security.
• Understanding of computer and network systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural team.
• University degree (or equivalent) in a relevant technical discipline

Desirable Skills

• Experience with spacecraft and/or ground segment operations.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Java, and IDL.
• Familiarity with quality control, calibration, and validation processes.
• Experience in developing and maintaining operational procedures and configurations.

This job is located in Darmstadt, Germany

If you think you have what it takes for this job, please send your CV (in English and in Word or PDF) to Andrés Izquierdo, by clicking on the button “Apply for this job” quoting job DE-HP-25136

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