About this role
Job Description: We are looking to strengthen our service team at EUMETSAT with a qualified engineer to support instrument and data processing chains across satellite-based Earth observation missions.
Key Responsibilities
• Consolidate the development logic for instrument chains, including processing specifications and associated schedule compilation. • Define and review instrument data processing specifications (e.g., algorithms, auxiliary, and product formats). • Support the development, testing, and review of instrument data processing systems, test tools, and test data. • Execute product verification and review processor designs against appropriate requirements and specifications. • Lead verification, integration, and acceptance activities for instrument data processing elements. • Maintain the product dissemination baseline across operational environments. • Participate in reviews and technical meetings at system, satellite, instrument, and ground segment levels. • Interface with space segment teams and analyze instrument-related documentation for data processing needs. • Collaborate closely with EUMETSAT science, instrument, and ground segment teams, as well as engineers at partner agencies.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
• University degree in Aerospace Engineering, Remote Sensing, Physics, Computer Science, or another relevant technical discipline. • Proven track record in system engineering for satellite-based Earth observation systems, focusing on payloads and ground segment systems. • Direct involvement in developing, verifying, integrating, and testing instrument data processing chains, algorithms, and product formats. • Solid understanding of end-to-end data flows, space-to-ground interfaces, and instrument chain development logic. • Excellent English skills (written and spoken) with the ability to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and international partner agencies.
Seniority: Expert Primary Location: DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT Contract Type:
Hybrid Working: Onsite