VEGA is one of Europe's largest and most established space consulting
and technology companies, and Europe's leading space
simulations company. We provide independent expert support across the
earth observation, scientific, commercial and military domains
of the space market as well as the mission life cycle and programme
lines worldwide. Visit us at http://www.vega-group.com.
We currently have the following vacancy. To apply for this post please
send a covering letter and CV to careers@vega.co.uk quoting the reference number MJ/J876
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title
Earth Observation Data Engineer [MJ/J876 ]
Recruitment Contact
Anna Corlyon recruit@vega.co.uk
Closing Date for applications 19th September 2007
Location
Welwyn Garden City
Comments
Ideal for a scientist who has knowledge of Synthetic Aperture
Radar (SAR) or High Resolution Optical instruments and data processing.
Objective
We are looking for a scientist who would be able to join our
existing team responsible for Definition and Implementation of Sensor
Performance, Products and Algorithms (SPPA) Activities for an ESA Earth
Observation mission.
Responsibilities / Duties
The scientist will carry out Data Processing Quality Control
activities :
* Near real time quality checks
* Processing of data for products
* Identification of product anomalies
* Longer-term performance and quality monitoring
* Monitoring of product calibration
Qualifications / Experience
University degree in a relevant subject and a previous
experience of Earth observation missions.
Essential Skills
* Good knowledge of instrument principles and theory
* Expertise and understanding of Earth observation data
* Software skills for image processing
Desirable Skills
Knowledge of EO instruments including design and development.
Qualities
Must be a team player but be able to work with minimum
supervision.
Security
In line with Asylum & Immigration Legislation, all applicants
must be eligible to live and work in the EU. Documented evidence of
eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment
process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work VEGA is in, all
potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity
checks.
Helen Heath
Recruitment Administrator
VEGA Group PLC
2 Falcon Way
Shire Park
Welwyn Garden City
Herts AL7 1TW
United Kingdom
Tel : +44 (0)1707 391999
Fax : +44 (0)1707 393909
Email : recruit@vega.co.uk
Web : www.vega-group.com
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