EO Security Applications Engineer
Job Description
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The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the exploration of space. Established in 1975, ESA has grown to include 22 member states and employs over 2,200 staff members. The agency's mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. ESA operates in various domains, including Earth observation, human spaceflight, and satellite navigation, and collaborates with numerous international partners to advance space science and technology.
Job Overview:
The EO security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Applications Engineer will play a crucial role in enhancing the use of civilian Earth Observation (EO) capabilities across various security and resilience domains. This position is situated within the Industrial Competitiveness Section of the Green Solutions Division, under the Science Applications and Climate Department of the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. The engineer will be tasked with engaging key stakeholders from law enforcement and security communities, identifying opportunities for strategic collaboration, and fostering the adoption of EO capabilities. The role requires a proactive approach to addressing structural impediments to the uptake of EO products and services, as well as defining and implementing innovative projects that integrate EO data with non-EO datasets and advanced processing methods, including artificial intelligence. The engineer will also assess developments in EO science and applications to determine their potential for the law enforcement and security sectors, and will contribute to ESA's communication efforts to promote the benefits of EO for society.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the EO Security Applications Engineer include: engaging with stakeholders from the law enforcement and security sectors to identify collaboration opportunities; building awareness and acceptance of civilian EO capabilities; consolidating information requirements from stakeholders; addressing structural impediments to the uptake of EO products; defining and implementing innovative projects that utilize EO data; combining EO data with non-EO datasets and advanced processing methods; assessing EO science developments for their applicability in the security domain; cooperating with other ESA teams on industrial innovation; liaising with divisions involved in ERS-EO activities; contributing to ESA's communication efforts; and supervising Young Graduate Trainees, National Trainees, and Research Fellows.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a master's degree in engineering, Earth science, computer science, applied physics, or data science. In addition, a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience is required. Specialist experience in law enforcement, fragile states, or civil-military cooperation is advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills, results orientation, and the ability to prioritize and communicate practical solutions effectively are essential for this role.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a master's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, Earth science, computer science, applied physics, or data science. This advanced degree is crucial for understanding the complexities of Earth observation technologies and their applications in security contexts.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master's degree. Candidates with less than four years of experience may be considered for a lower grade level (A1). Experience in the application of satellite or airborne EO data within the security domain is particularly valuable, as is familiarity with European and global law enforcement environments.
Languages:
The working languages of the European Space Agency are English and French. A good command of one of these languages is mandatory, while knowledge of another language from a Member State is considered an asset. This linguistic proficiency is essential for effective communication within the agency and with external stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position is a four-year appointment, which may be extended to an indefinite duration based on performance and organizational needs. The recruitment process may include selection tests, and successful candidates will undergo basic screening in compliance with ESA's security procedures. The agency is committed to diversity and inclusiveness, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. ESA values diversity and strives to accommodate individuals with disabilities in the workplace.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the exploration of space. Established in 1975, ESA has grown to include 22 member states and employs over 2,200 staff members. The agency's mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. ESA operates in various domains, including Earth observation, human spaceflight, and satellite navigation, and collaborates with numerous international partners to advance space science and technology.
Job Overview:
The EO security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Applications Engineer will play a crucial role in enhancing the use of civilian Earth Observation (EO) capabilities across various security and resilience domains. This position is situated within the Industrial Competitiveness Section of the Green Solutions Division, under the Science Applications and Climate Department of the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. The engineer will be tasked with engaging key stakeholders from law enforcement and security communities, identifying opportunities for strategic collaboration, and fostering the adoption of EO capabilities. The role requires a proactive approach to addressing structural impediments to the uptake of EO products and services, as well as defining and implementing innovative projects that integrate EO data with non-EO datasets and advanced processing methods, including artificial intelligence. The engineer will also assess developments in EO science and applications to determine their potential for the law enforcement and security sectors, and will contribute to ESA's communication efforts to promote the benefits of EO for society.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of the EO Security Applications Engineer include: engaging with stakeholders from the law enforcement and security sectors to identify collaboration opportunities; building awareness and acceptance of civilian EO capabilities; consolidating information requirements from stakeholders; addressing structural impediments to the uptake of EO products; defining and implementing innovative projects that utilize EO data; combining EO data with non-EO datasets and advanced processing methods; assessing EO science developments for their applicability in the security domain; cooperating with other ESA teams on industrial innovation; liaising with divisions involved in ERS-EO activities; contributing to ESA's communication efforts; and supervising Young Graduate Trainees, National Trainees, and Research Fellows.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a master's degree in engineering, Earth science, computer science, applied physics, or data science. In addition, a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience is required. Specialist experience in law enforcement, fragile states, or civil-military cooperation is advantageous. Strong problem-solving skills, results orientation, and the ability to prioritize and communicate practical solutions effectively are essential for this role.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a master's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, Earth science, computer science, applied physics, or data science. This advanced degree is crucial for understanding the complexities of Earth observation technologies and their applications in security contexts.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of six years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master's degree. Candidates with less than four years of experience may be considered for a lower grade level (A1). Experience in the application of satellite or airborne EO data within the security domain is particularly valuable, as is familiarity with European and global law enforcement environments.
Languages:
The working languages of the European Space Agency are English and French. A good command of one of these languages is mandatory, while knowledge of another language from a Member State is considered an asset. This linguistic proficiency is essential for effective communication within the agency and with external stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position is a four-year appointment, which may be extended to an indefinite duration based on performance and organizational needs. The recruitment process may include selection tests, and successful candidates will undergo basic screening in compliance with ESA's security procedures. The agency is committed to diversity and inclusiveness, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. ESA values diversity and strives to accommodate individuals with disabilities in the workplace.
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