Intern in the Ground Segment Engineering and Innovation Department, Ground Station Backend Section

Location

ESOC Darmstadt Germany

Our team and mission

Our group is in charge of developing deploying and maintaining software applications for the ground stations of the ESA Tracking Network. That encompasses the domain of monitoring and control data communication as well as planning and this context one recurring task is the development of graphical user interfaces for the various systems deployed at ground stations of the ESA Tracking Network and at the European Space Operations Center.

Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website :

Field(s) of activity for the internship

Topic of the i nternship : User Interface Development for Generic Subsystem Controller (GSSC)

The Ground Station Backend (GSB) Software section develops and maintains the Generic Subsystem Controller (GSSC) a reusable software component providing common monitoring and control functions for subsystem controllers. The GSSC includes a user interface that enables operators to monitor and control subsystems across the ground station intranet. This interface is currently outdated and in need of modernization using web-based technologies.

The internship will focus on working closely with the GSB section engineers to improve and extend the GSSC user interface. As a result you will :

• learn the architecture and interaction patterns between GSSCs backend and frontend components.
• contribute to the design and development of a modernized web-based user interface.
• apply modern web development frameworks (e.g. React).
• gain experience in object-oriented programming with Java as a primary language.
• this position offers hands-on experience contributing to operational software used in space system ground infrastructure.

Behavioural competencies

Result Orientation

Operational Efficiency

Fostering Cooperation

Relationship Management

Continuous Improvement

Forward Thinking

For more information please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook

Education

You must be a university student preferably studying at masters addition you must be able to prove that you will be enrolled at your University for the entire duration of the internship.

Additional requirements

The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset.

During the interview your motivation for applying to this role will be explored.

Experience with software development in Java or C on Linux is required. Knowledge and background in terrestrial networking (IP TCP UDP) or space communication protocols is an asset.

Diversity Equity and Inclusiveness

ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender sexual orientation ethnicity religious beliefs age disability or other characteristics.

At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us via email at .

Important Information and Disclaimer

During the recruitment process the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests.

The information published on ESAs careers website regarding internship conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.

Nationality

Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States : Austria Belgium Czechia Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Ireland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg the Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Applicants from Canada as a Cooperating State can apply as well as those from Bulgaria Croatia Cyprus and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).

Required Experience :

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Employment Type : Intern

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1