Role:

The contractor will work within the Swarm project team and will report to the Swarm System and Instrument manager. The contractor will support him with reference to :

• The verification of the L1B algorithms integrity and performances;

• The design, development, and procurement of the Level 2 ground processor prototype, its algorithms, and the associated Level 2 simulator;

• The demonstration & achievement of the required performance of the Level 2 Products

To do this he will support the activities of the related contractors, and will provide feedback as necessary. In the event of significant technical or schedule deviations he will assist in the resolution of problems through the project hierarchy.

His specific duties will include:

• Monitoring the development of the Level 2 Software developed through a contract;

• Ensuring the integrity of the Level 1B and 2 ground prototype processors and its algorithms to meet the necessary functionality and performances, taking into account system, instrument, geophysical model and calibration/validation facility aspects and the Ground segment PDS interfaces constraints;

• Ensuring the integrity of the L1B and L2 performance simulators developed through a contract, and maintaining an up to date operating copy at ESTEC;

• Preparing and maintaining performance budgets and analysing impacts on the Swarm mission performances resulting from deviations during the development programme;

• Ensuring the proper verification and validation methods are proposed and implemented;

• Support the preparation of agreements with potential calibration facilities;

• Support campaign and the analysis of the data collected;

• Identifying and resolving problem areas;

• Providing necessary inputs for the scientific meetings.

In performing the above duties the Level 1B and 2 Contractor will closely work with the other staff of the Swarm programme.

Profile:

Specific Qualification Requirements:

• University degree in Physics or an equivalent qualification. A degree in Geophysics is preferable.

• A solid background knowledge of the problematic involved in the Earth magnetic modelling and in complex numerical methods and numerical simulation.

• A first hand experience in the development of numerical modelling software is expected.

• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team within the boundaries of assigned tasks and a stringent schedule.

• Previous experience in similar working conditions is preferable.

• Proficient in either the English or French language (Spoken and written). Knowledge of another (ESA Member State) language is an asset.