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Data Processing Operations Engineer [25138]



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Job Description

As a member of a team providing services to EUMETSAT, you will have the following responsibilities:

Support our customer EUMETSAT during routine operations of Copernicus Sentinel Spacecraft or similar missions, including the operations build-up and the operations engineering and scientific activities to be undertaken as part of the routine operations of the satellite system for the Copernicus Sentinel Mission.

The key person shall perform tasks related to instrument data processing in support of the Copernicus Payload Data Ground Segment (PDGS), during current routine operations, as well as for the operations build-up and the routine operations phase for the dual satellite system.

The tasks cover the operation of the different data processing components, which include:

  • Data ingestion, processing and product distribution;
  • Data and Product analysis;
  • Operational performance monitoring and reporting, including the development, documentation and maintenance of the relevant tools e.g. production statistics, generation and reporting, PDGS monitoring and reporting;
  • The testing and the implementation of new products;
  • The setting-up, implementation and update of operational procedures and documentation;
  • Anomaly investigation;
  • First line maintenance, including on-call support;
  • Co-ordination with external organisations and service providers;
  • Attendance at technical meetings;
  • Participation in formal reviews;
  • On-call support.

Qualifications

In addition to having a University degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, the person shall have the following mandatory skills:

  • Demonstrated experience in near-real-time, data-driven, automated systems with large computer networks
  • Demonstrated experience with UNIX/Linux operating systems
  • Knowledge of the Development and maintenance of operational procedures and/or configuration data
  • Knowledge of scripting languages and databases (e.g. Perl, Python, shell, PostgreSQL)
  • Proven experience in the integration, verification and validation (IV&V) of data processing systems and/or processors, including the generation of test plans, test specifications, procedures and test reports for end-to-end processing chains
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to conduct all activities in an orderly and disciplined manner
  • High degree of working autonomy, problem-solving, good analytical skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, Ability to work with a minimum of supervision
  • High degree of interpersonal awareness
  • Experience working as part of a multicultural team

Additional skills (considered as an added value) :

  • Experience in the validation of operational procedures
  • Demonstrated experience in operations, building up activities
  • Practical knowledge in Configuration Control
  • Knowledge in Computer systems, Network systems and IT Security
  • Knowledge of ECSS standards
  • Experience in validating complex remote sensing data processing systems
  • Development and maintenance of operational procedures
  • Programming languages (e.g. C, C++ and IDL)
  • Knowledge of spacecraft and/or ground segment operations 
  • Demonstrated experience in Instrument data and product processing (Level-0 to 2) of meteorological and/or earth observation products
  • Knowledge and/or experience of quality control, calibration and validation


Additional Information

This job is located in Darmstadt, Germany.

If you think you have what it takes for this job, please apply with your CV in English by clicking on the button “Apply for this job” quoting job DE-HP-25138.

An exciting and dynamic international working environment awaits you!

Please note: Due to work permit requirements for this position, please apply only if you are citizen of a European Union state or if you are eligible to obtain a work permit for Germany.

Inclusive and committed employer, our company works every day to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment.

That's why, committed to gender diversity and overall inclusivity, we encourage all applications and profiles.

Last apply date: 25/09/2025


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