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System Verification Support Engineer

Job Introduction

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies and New Space ventures who want to scale their businesses/organizations with skilled talent.

We are looking for a System Verification Support Engineer to join our team at the esteemed ESA-ESTEC site in the Netherlands. Step into a remarkable role that grants you access to one of the globe's highly coveted space agencies!

Main Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Conduct system-level analyses in the areas of communications, operations, mission analysis, mission planning, or end-to-end level performances using LSTM Baseline documentation and Satellite Design Specifications as key inputs.
Review and assess the verification closure proposed by the industrial team against Satellite Design Specifications and Instrument Requirement Specifications, ensuring compliance with ESA-level requirements (SSRD, SRD, MRD).
Develop and maintain a requirement verification traceability matrix in accordance with ECSS-E-ST-10-02C Annex B, ensuring thorough documentation and traceability of verification activities.
Produce Verification Reports and additional reports, models, or technical notes as necessary, complementing those delivered by the LSTM prime contractor and in alignment with ECSS-E-ST-10-02C Annex F.
Address identified deviations or non-compliance to system requirements by proposing, developing, and analyzing system-level solutions that are compatible with the Space and Ground Segment design definitions.
Utilize System and Instrument Verification plans (e.g., DDVP, FVP) and Satellite and Instrument Verification Control Documents as part of the overall system verification process.

Successful Candidate

Profile:

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
At least 4 years of relevant post-master’s experience.
Demonstrated expertise in system engineering with knowledge of mission analysis, S2G communication systems, and satellite operations.
Proven experience in conducting system-level analyses in space segment, flight operation segment, and ground segment systems.
Extensive experience in interacting with various stakeholders, including engineers and scientists.
A good level of autonomy and organizing skills is required.
Comfortable with working in a diverse and multinational team environment.
Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken.
Knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

On offer

Flexible working policy (hybrid working)
Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan
A range of wellness activities and employee assistance programs
Casual dress code
Relocation budget to use, reimbursed upon receiving receipts

Relocation:

The Netherlands' central location in Europe makes it an ideal base for travel and business within the EU. Major cities are well-connected by road, rail, and air with Amsterdam Schiphol Airport one of Europe's busiest and most well-connected airports, facilitating easy international travel.

Serco offers relocation support for all EU passport holders that are planning to relocate to the Netherlands and work for Serco B.V.

About the Company

Why should you join Serco ?

At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.

Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.

A world of opportunity - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression

Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. We are a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

We are diverse and inclusive organisation

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.

We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.

In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team

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