Ph3Overview /h3pCommercial Earth Observation Systems Engineer in the Invest Office of the ɸ-lab Division, Climate Action, Sustainability Science Department, Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes (EOP). You will work within the ɸ-lab Division and report to the Head of the Φ-lab Invest office (EOP-S8I). You will be responsible for technical, commercial, and programmatic management of 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 experience in EO space systems and applications and with expertise in evaluating commercial, financial and investment information, typically for supporting entrepreneurial initiatives. /p h3Duties /h3ullifacilitating high-risk/high-potential developments based on co-funding and other financial risk mitigation arrangements; /lilipreparing, evaluating and overseeing, as ESA Technical Officer, innovative and commercially oriented development activities, executed by industry and research organisations of ESA Member States for the InCubed programme in all the elements of the EO value chain; /liliensuring that activities meet the InCubed commercial and technical criteria and that development priorities are set accordingly; /lilifacilitating synergies with ecosystem stakeholders such as InCubed alumni, other ESA programmes, private and public investors, end users/customers; /lilistimulating and supporting the development of “NewSpace” solutions and systems for EO; /liliidentifying and reporting to EOP line management in a timely manner any risks and opportunities in the assigned activities; /lilicritically reviewing the results of the activities from a system engineering and commercial point of view and proactively promoting successful achievements; /liliprospecting for and evaluating emerging technologies, methodologies and techniques relevant for space/ground/user segments of “NewSpace” EO systems in cooperation with the EOP units ensuring coordination of EO technology developments and system architectures; /lililiaising with counterparts in other ESA directorates (e.g. TEC, CIC) to maximise the overall coherence of ESA activities and to promote and position InCubed within the space sector. /li /ul h3Technical competencies /h3ulliIn-depth understanding of "NewSpace" technologies, approach, and markets (engineering and commercial view). /liliStrong end-to-end EO systems-engineering competence, covering the full chain from space segment definition and payload/sensor design, to ground segment architecture, data processing pipelines, product generation, and service delivery, including performance budgeting, system-level trade-offs, interface definition, and verification/validation activities. /liliKnowledge and relevant background of EO Applications and technologies (sensors, data acquisition and distribution, data processing). /liliExperience in project management with strong ability to identify and manage opportunities and risks. /liliProven track record in co-funded activities. Experience in business development and/or analysis, preferably within the commercial space sector. /liliGood understanding of commercial and financial data. /liliBasic knowledge of ESA procurement processes. /li /ul h3Behavioural competencies /h3ulliResult Orientation /liliOperational Efficiency /liliFostering Cooperation /liliRelationship Management /liliContinuous Improvement /liliForward Thinking /li /ul h3Education /h3pA master’s in engineering, physics or data science is required, and a further education in business development/management (e.g. Master’s of Business Administration) is considered an asset. /p h3Additional Requirements /h3pYou should have a strong background in Earth observation with direct experience in the space industry. /p h3Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness /h3pESA 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, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. 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 /p h3Important Information and Disclaimer /h3pIn 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. /p h3Nationality and Languages /h3pPlease note that applications are only considered from nationals of the States listed in the ESA guidelines. The working languages of the Agency are English and French, and a good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr