Senior Operational Support Data Retrieval (OSDR) Engineer
European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (EUROCONTROL)
European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (EUROCONTROL) About
European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (EUROCONTROL) is a pan-European, civil-military organisation dedicated to supporting European aviation. They are committed to the European Union’s vision for a Single European Sky. EUROCONTROL supports their Member States and stakeholders (including air navigation service providers, civil and military airspace users, airports and aircraft/equipment manufacturers) in a joint effort to make aviation in Europe safer, more efficient, more cost-effective and with a minimal environmental impact.
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
EUROCONTROL is an intergovernmental organization established in 1960, dedicated to supporting European aviation. With a mission to enhance the safety and efficiency of air traffic management across Europe, EUROCONTROL operates in 41 countries and employs over 1,800 professionals. The organization is committed to fostering collaboration among its member states to improve air traffic management systems and services, ensuring a seamless and safe airspace for all users. EUROCONTROL is known for its innovative approaches and dedication to sustainability in aviation, making it a key player in the European aviation landscape.
Job Overview:
The Senior Operational Support Data Retrieval (OSDR) Engineer will play a crucial role within the Engineering Division of the Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre (MUAC). This position involves taking ownership of OSDR products, ensuring the development, planning, and maintenance of software systems meet operational standards. The engineer will provide advanced technical support during project planning, coordinate tasks, and ensure compliance with documentation standards. The role requires analyzing complex change requests, conducting risk evaluations, and solving high-priority technical issues. The engineer will also coordinate system integration and validation processes, facilitate rapid prototyping, and contribute to technical discussions with stakeholders. Additionally, the role includes mentoring junior staff and staying updated on relevant tools and processes to enhance support capabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed a post-secondary education in fields such as Computer Science or Engineering, meeting European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 5 or higher. Internal candidates can verify their in-house experience equivalency on the intranet. Additionally, a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience is required, including at least 5 years as a full-stack developer with Java in the back-end and Angular/TypeScript in the front-end. Proficiency in technical drafting in English is essential, and familiarity with tools such as Jira and Git/Bitbucket is advantageous. Knowledge of modern service-oriented architectures, middleware, message brokers, containers, API integration, and data distribution is also beneficial.
Educational Background:
The position requires a post-secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field that meets the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 5 or higher. Candidates should have a strong foundation in software development principles and practices, particularly in full-stack development.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years specifically in full-stack development. This experience should encompass both back-end development using Java and Spring Boot, as well as front-end development using JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, HTML5, and Angular. Familiarity with software development methodologies, particularly SCRUM, is also beneficial.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, with candidates expected to demonstrate a level of C1 or C2 according to the Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR). Knowledge of French is also beneficial but not mandatory for this position.
Additional Notes:
The position is offered as a full-time role with a contract duration of 5 years, which may be extended or converted into an undetermined contract. Candidates must successfully complete a probationary period of 9 months before being established in the post. Applications are accepted only from nationals of EUROCONTROL Member States. The selected candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence confirming they meet the minimum education requirements. The organization operates a hybrid working model, allowing for a combination of onsite presence and remote work, although full-time remote work is not permitted. Salary and benefits information can be found on the EUROCONTROL Careers site.
EUROCONTROL is an intergovernmental organization established in 1960, dedicated to supporting European aviation. With a mission to enhance the safety and efficiency of air traffic management across Europe, EUROCONTROL operates in 41 countries and employs over 1,800 professionals. The organization is committed to fostering collaboration among its member states to improve air traffic management systems and services, ensuring a seamless and safe airspace for all users. EUROCONTROL is known for its innovative approaches and dedication to sustainability in aviation, making it a key player in the European aviation landscape.
Job Overview:
The Senior Operational Support Data Retrieval (OSDR) Engineer will play a crucial role within the Engineering Division of the Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre (MUAC). This position involves taking ownership of OSDR products, ensuring the development, planning, and maintenance of software systems meet operational standards. The engineer will provide advanced technical support during project planning, coordinate tasks, and ensure compliance with documentation standards. The role requires analyzing complex change requests, conducting risk evaluations, and solving high-priority technical issues. The engineer will also coordinate system integration and validation processes, facilitate rapid prototyping, and contribute to technical discussions with stakeholders. Additionally, the role includes mentoring junior staff and staying updated on relevant tools and processes to enhance support capabilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assume ownership of OSDR products and ensure the development, planning, and maintenance of software systems meet operational availability, safety, and efficiency standards.
- Provide advanced technical support during project planning sessions, set milestones, and coordinate task allocation within the team.
- Create and review documentation for systems and subsystems, ensuring compliance with standards and project objectives.
- Analyze complex change requests, conduct risk evaluations, and estimate efforts to support decision-making.
- Solve high-priority technical and operational issues, conducting diagnostics and implementing solutions to improve system resilience.
- Coordinate system integration and validation processes, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and safety standards.
- Facilitate testing efforts to ensure reliability and quality of software solutions in production environments.
- Deliver production-ready code for feature enhancements and bug fixes, ensuring documentation and testing are completed.
- Contribute to technical discussions with stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations. 1
- Mentor junior staff and stay updated on relevant tools and processes to improve support capabilities. 1
- Carry out any other tasks in line with the main purpose of the job.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed a post-secondary education in fields such as Computer Science or Engineering, meeting European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 5 or higher. Internal candidates can verify their in-house experience equivalency on the intranet. Additionally, a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience is required, including at least 5 years as a full-stack developer with Java in the back-end and Angular/TypeScript in the front-end. Proficiency in technical drafting in English is essential, and familiarity with tools such as Jira and Git/Bitbucket is advantageous. Knowledge of modern service-oriented architectures, middleware, message brokers, containers, API integration, and data distribution is also beneficial.
Educational Background:
The position requires a post-secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field that meets the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 5 or higher. Candidates should have a strong foundation in software development principles and practices, particularly in full-stack development.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years specifically in full-stack development. This experience should encompass both back-end development using Java and Spring Boot, as well as front-end development using JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, HTML5, and Angular. Familiarity with software development methodologies, particularly SCRUM, is also beneficial.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, with candidates expected to demonstrate a level of C1 or C2 according to the Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR). Knowledge of French is also beneficial but not mandatory for this position.
Additional Notes:
The position is offered as a full-time role with a contract duration of 5 years, which may be extended or converted into an undetermined contract. Candidates must successfully complete a probationary period of 9 months before being established in the post. Applications are accepted only from nationals of EUROCONTROL Member States. The selected candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence confirming they meet the minimum education requirements. The organization operates a hybrid working model, allowing for a combination of onsite presence and remote work, although full-time remote work is not permitted. Salary and benefits information can be found on the EUROCONTROL Careers site.
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