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Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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.