Spacecraft Analyst

DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT

Job Description:

We are looking for a Spacecraft Analyst for our COP RT team. This position is based at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt. It is a permanent full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

Undertaking the tasks of required of the 24/7 On-call Analyst service as required – (rota)
Support mission preparation activities
Supporting operational Spacecraft and Ground Segment database maintenance
Operating as the Controller if required
Attending and supporting S6 operations meetings as required, including the Daily Operations Meetings
Providing, as required, training, continuation or proficiency training for Controllers
Preparation and presentation of training packages in support of the missions
Monitor the End-to-End production, Timeliness Processing & Dissemination via monthly/quarterly KPIs.
Validate and compile data for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of the EUMETSAT S6 Centre to be used in the generation of monthly/quarterly reports
Coordinate the assessment and review of the monthly KPIs;
Monitor Production/Dissemination performance and Conduct 1st level investigations into anomalies. Report through the established channels.
Monitor and co-ordinate MME interface issues
Supervise and co-ordinate Controller activities with respect to mission monitoring activities
Support the development of the SMART monitoring implementation for the S6 environment including participation in S6 SMART development meetings;
Identify and co-ordinate and supervise team training activities
Analysis of system activities, events and anomalies with a view to improving training, procedures or the system
Creating, reviewing, updating and issuing operational documentation as required.
Provide input for weekly operations email as required

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Mandatory experience as a Spacecraft controller or certification in Copernicus missions in EUMETSAT
S6 EUMETSAT Controller Certification will be an asset
Python, Linux, Visual Basic, some programming experience would be an advantage for the role.
Good communication skills.
Good English skills, both oral and written

Desirable Skills