Technology R&D Engineer

Noordwijk

Organization: ESA - European Space Agency
Location: Noordwijk
Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
- Engineering
- Information Technology and Computer Science
- Scientist and Researcher
Closing Date: Closed

EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY

Technology R&D Engineer

Job Req ID: 17418

Closing Date: 22 March 2023 23:59 CET/CEST

Establishment: ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands

Directorate: Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality

Publication: Internal & External

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Date Posted: 1 March 2023

Vacancy in the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.

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 A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale.

Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands

Description

Technology R&D Engineer in the Technology Implementation Section, Technology Programmes Office, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.
If selected for the position, you will report to the Head of the Technology Implementation Section.

Duties

Your specific tasks and responsibilities will include:
•   supporting the Head of Section in implementing the Technology Development Element (TDE) of the Discovery and Preparation Technology Development Programme (DPTD) and the General Support Technology Programme (GSTP);
•   following established processes to support the preparation of work and procurement plans for the technology programmes, including all their elements and initiatives;
•   proposing and implementing new processes for the procurement and execution of technology developments in response to the evolving needs of the space sector;
•   planning, supporting and monitoring the implementation of the technology programmes in cooperation and coordination with the implementing technical and procurement services;
•   reviewing technical activities proposed by disciplinary specialists for consistency with needs and the overall programme orientation;
•   evaluating and disseminating the results of technology activities and maintaining awareness of the performance of technology when converted into products or used in projects and in establishing lessons learned;
•   supporting the ESA technology end-to end process.

Technical competencies

Knowledge of ESA technology programmes and the organisation of R&D activities

Understanding of related technologies, R&D trends and familiarity with the industrial landscape

Ability to manage and monitor industrial activities (interfaces with industry, reviews, etc.)

Experience of working with institutional actors (delegations)

Experience in coordinating and preparing procurement activities for technology development (statements of work, proposal evaluation, etc.)

Behavioural competencies

Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking

Education

A master’s in engineering or another relevant discipline is required.

Additional requirements

A background in a wide range of technologies relevant to space as well as a good understanding of the issues encountered when converting technologies into products.

You should also have:
• strong problem-solving skills to deal with day-to-day operational challenges, together with demonstrated planning and organisational skills;
• proven analytical and reporting skills.

Other information

For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework.

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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.

The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests.

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, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia.

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 internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from under-represented 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.

Recruitment will normally be at the first grade in the band (A2); however, if the candidate selected has little or no experience, the position may be filled at A1 level.

*Member States, Associate Members or Cooperating States.

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