Senior Remote Sensing Space Systems Technical Manager

Senior Remote Sensing Space Systems Technical ManagerJoin to apply for the Senior Remote Sensing Space Systems Technical Manager role at NovaspaceThe Technology Consulting business line is the technology and operations’ arm of the Novaspace group. It has more than 50 customers in developed and emerging space markets, in all regions of the world and across the space ecosystem, including satellite operators, governmental and international organizations (Space agencies, Defense agencies, regulatory bodies, etc.), financial institutions (private banks, commercial banks, private equity funds, etc.) and insurance brokers and insurance companies.Novaspace Technology has developed expertise and know-how around a portfolio of services and capabilities covering the complete lifecycle of a space project, from feasibility studies and project development to operations and training support.Novaspace Technology (formerly Satconsult), a leading satellite engineering consultancy firm, is looking for a talented Senior Remote Sensing Space Systems Technical Manager to join its growing team.As Senior Remote Sensing Space Systems Technical Manager, you will be in charge of a large variety of activities to participate to our missions on Remote Sensing Space Systems.For the defense and security purposes of our customers, you will participate to the definition or assessment of future Remote Sensing Systems:Electro-Optical (EO): MSI / HSI / VNIR, SWIR, TIRSynthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)Other remote sensing systems, e.g. ELINT, Lidar, etcDepending on our missions, you may be involved at different stage of a remote sensing project:Concept: performing analysis of innovative architecture or different trade-offs on remote sensing systemsFeasibility: performing collection of user’s needs, generation and comparison of high-level preliminary designs, generation of high-level system requirements, system cost assessment and cost trade-offsProcurement: performing generation/review of the ground system specifications (requirements for design, test, acceptance and operations) as part of the technical exhibit of an RFP, analysis and comparison of the different proposals received from the industry, final negotiation of the contract with the selected bidder(s)Construction: monitoring the execution of an industrial contract to design, build, integrate, test and commission a Remote Sensing Space SystemsOperations support/ trainingTechnical Due DiligenceetcIf this sounds like you, then read onPrimary Role And ResponsibilitiesLead or support engineering activities for remote sensing projectsUnderstand and capture Customer needsAssess and identify the technologies necessary for the implementation of the system architectureAnalyze ground system operations and contribute to the generation of the Concept Of OperationsReview or generate requirements (e.g., Contractual Technical Annexes) and definition baselines of the overall systemAnalyze/review or perform the development, verification and validation of mission proceduresInterface with customers for systems topicsPrepare and participate to project reviews and workshopsParticipate to technical proposals and studiesDesired Skills & ExperienceMaster’s degree in engineering, preferably in aerospace and remote sensingAt least ten years of practical industry experience in Remote Sensing space instruments and/or systemsAt least five years of experience of technical management of Remote Sensing space projects & teams in an international environmentGood knowledge of: Electro-Optical (EO) instruments and systems, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Other remote sensing systems, e.g. ELINT, Lidar, etc; Knowledge in laser communication (Laser Communication Terminals for Optical Intersatellite Links) would be an assetRequirement generation & management, System engineering, System operationsAbility to appreciate both the commercial and operational requirementsProficient in writing reports and preparing corresponding PowerPoint presentationsFluent in EnglishApplied and rigorous both on the technical and organisational aspects of workAutonomy, adaptabilityTeam spirit, communication skillsStrong presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with Satconsult engineers and customers; effective communication with clients or at conferencesAbility to travel to client sites worldwide (Europe, Middle East, Asia, the Americas)About NovaspaceNovaspace is a global leading consulting firm in the space sector with a 40-year legacy. It offers end-to-end consulting services from project strategy definition to implementation, providing data-led perspectives on critical issues. Novaspace is privately owned and fully independent, with offices in Brussels, Montreal, Munich, Paris, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Toulouse, and Washington D.C. The company supports clients across consulting, market intelligence, training and summits. Applications should include a Motivation Letter and a CV in English. #J-18808-Ljbffr