Young Graduate Trainee in Launch System Mechanical Analysis and Testing Engineering
Paris
- Organization: ESA - European Space Agency
- Location: Paris
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Engineering
- Technology, Electronics and Mechanics
- Mechanics and Electronics (Engineering)
- Closing Date: Closed
EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY
Young Graduate Trainee in Launch System Mechanical Analysis and Testing Engineering
Young Graduate Opportunity in the Directorate of Space Transportation
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, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
This post is classified F1 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale.
Location
ESA Headquarters, Paris, France
Our team and mission
The Ariane 6 Launch System Engineering Team is part of the Flight Programme Department and carries out activities relevant to the Ariane 6 mission and system engineering.
In 2023, the team will be fully involved in Ariane 6 combined tests and the preparation of the maiden flight campaign. Both activities are under direct ESA responsibility and provide an ideal overview of integration of a system under development in recurrent exploitation.
Working closely with the French Space Agency (CNES), Ariane Group and Arianespace, the team is also in charge of the development of the Astris kick stage and any evolutions in the structures of the upper part of the launcher.
You are encouraged to visit the ESA website: http://www.esa.int
Field(s) of activity/research for the traineeship
As a Young Graduate Trainee, you will join our team and contribute to thermal structural engineering activities relating to the:
- development of the Astris kick stage and any evolutions in the structures of the upper part; or
- assessment of the Cryogenic Connection System (ECT CCS) development test results and preparation of their qualification during the launch system combined tests; or
- preparation for the Ariane 6 maiden flight, in particular by drawing up the test specification, test plan and instrumentation plan.
You will be trained in lean management methods and on the iObeya platform.
Technical competencies
Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
Education
You should have just completed or be in the final year of your Master’s degree in a technical or scientific discipline.
Additional requirements
You should have just completed or be in the final year of a master’s degree in a technical or scientific discipline.
You should have good interpersonal and communication skills and should be able to work in a multicultural environment, both independently and as part of a team.
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
During the interview, your motivation and overall professional career goals will also be explored.
Other information
For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework.
For further information on the Young Graduate Programme please visit: Young Graduate Programme and FAQ Young Graduate Programme
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 email contact.human.resources@esa.int.
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Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Nationals from Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia, as Associate Member States, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply as well as those from Bulgaria and Cyprus as European Cooperating States (ECS).
According to the ESA Convention, the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States*. When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to candidates from under-represented or balanced Member States*.
In accordance with the European Space Agency’s security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment conducted by an external background screening service.
*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States.
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