Do you want to be part of the space future? As support to a European space organisation we are looking for a Earth Observation Scientific Consultant

Activities

Our customer is a European organisation providing weather and climate-related satellite data, images and products for its users. You will be working on-site as a member of the Post-EPS Science Team. Tasks will include:

• Refinement of mission requirements in response to expert advice and results of scientific studies,
• Conduct of scientific assessments related to requirements refinements,
• Interaction with expert teams and support to the conduct of expert team meetings,
• Contribution to the development of prototype processors,
• Assessment of results from scientific studies,
• Generation of technical documents and participation in reviews.

Skills

You ideally have the following qualifications and experience:

• University degree in meteorology, atmospheric physics or remote sensing,
• At least 3 years experience in the field of remote sensing,
• Atmospheric remote sensing in the optical spectrum (Ultraviolet to Infrared),
• Radiative transfer,
• Familiarity with EO systems in operational meteorology and climate monitoring,
• Handling and processing of remote sensing data,
• Very good skills in a higher programming language (e.g. Fortran, C++),
• The ability to write concise and comprehensive documents,
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

Starting date: October 2010

An exciting international working environment in a highly innovative team awaits you. You will benefit from focused training and personal development bundled with a competitive salary.

Please note: Due to work permit restrictions for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you already hold a work permit for Germany.

HE Space Operations is a growing international space company. For over 25 years we have provided our customers with consultancy services in Engineering and Business Administration. We open the door to working directly on-site with our principal customers in the space sector who rank amongst the top 25 engineering employers in Europe: EADS and the European Space Agency.