Geospatial System Engineer

Overview

Provide technical, commercial and programmatic support in Earth Observation.

You have:

• A master’s degree in engineering, physics or data science is required for this post.
• You should have a strong background in Earth Observation with direct experience in the space industry and a proven track record in co-funded activities.
• Familiarity with AI applications in the context of EO data is considered an asset.
• Further education in business development or management, such as a Master of Business Administration, is considered an asset.

Location ESRIN, Frascati, Italy

Description

Commercial Geospatial System Engineer in the Invest Office of the ɸ-Lab Division, Climate Action, Sustainability and Science Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes (D/EOP).

You will work within the ɸ-Lab Division, reporting to the Head of the Φ-Lab Invest Office (EOP-S8I).

You will be responsible for providing technical, commercial and programmatic support in assessing and managing co-funded activities for commercial Earth Observation (EO), in particular within the InCubed (Investing in Industrial Innovation) Earth Watch programme element.

You are a technical professional with industrial experience in EO applications in a commercial context, as well as expertise in evaluating commercial, financial and investment information, typically for the purpose of supporting entrepreneurial initiatives.

Duties

Your tasks and responsibilities will include:

• facilitating high-risk, high-potential developments based on co-funding and other financial risk mitigation arrangements;
• preparing, evaluating and overseeing innovative and commercially oriented development activities, executed by industry and research organisations of ESA Member States for the InCubed programme in all elements of the EO value chain;
• ensuring that activities meet the InCubed commercial and technical criteria and that development priorities are set accordingly;
• facilitating synergies with ecosystem stakeholders such as InCubed alumni, other ESA programmes, private and public investors and end users/customers;
• stimulating and supporting the development of New Space solutions and systems for EO;
• identifying and reporting to EOP line management, in a timely manner, any risks and opportunities in the assigned activities;
• critically reviewing the results of the activities from a system engineering and commercial point of view and proactively promoting successful achievements;
• prospecting for and evaluating emerging EO applications, methodologies and techniques relevant for user segments in cooperation with the EOP units ensuring coordination of EO-related developments and system architectures;
• liaising with counterparts in other ESA directorates, such as the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality and the Directorate of Commercialisation, Industry and Competitiveness, to maximise the overall coherence of ESA activities and to promote and position InCubed within the space sector.

Technical competencies

Advanced proficiency in EO exploitation platforms and services

Demonstrated expertise in designing and developing geospatial applications and services based on EO data within a commercial landscape

Extensive experience in GIS and remote sensing data analysis

Expertise in SAR and Optical Remote Sensing data, along with advanced processing techniques

Understanding of New Space technologies, approaches and markets, both from an engineering and from a commercial perspective

Substantial experience in business development and/or analysis, preferably within the commercial space sector

Good understanding of commercial and financial data

Experience in project management with a strong ability to identify and manage opportunities and risks

Basic knowledge of ESA procurement processes

Behavioural competencies

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

For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook

Education

A master’s degree in engineering, physics or data science is required for this post.

Additional requirements

You should have a strong background in Earth Observation with direct experience in the space industry and a proven track record in co-funded activities.

Familiarity with AI applications in the context of EO data is considered an asset.

Further education in business development or management, such as a Master of Business Administration, is considered an asset.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness 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. 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 via email at [email protected].

Important Information and Disclaimer In principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level.

During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.

Note that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position.

The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.

Nationality and Languages Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia.

When short-listing for an interview, priority will first be given to internal candidates.

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.

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