Data Quality Manager for Atmospheric Sensors
Data Quality Manager for Atmospheric Sensors
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Job Description
Location
ESRIN Frascati Italy
Description
Data Quality and Cal/Val Manager for Atmospheric Sensor Missions in the Sensor Performance Products and Algorithms Section Earth Observation Mission Management and Product Quality Division EO Mission Management and Ground Segment Department Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes.
You will contribute to the overall quality of the sensor data products provided by ESA in the atmospheric domain with initial emphasis on the products of the Earth Explorer EarthCARE mission. You will also provide product quality and cal/val support for the other EO atmospheric missions and data provided by ESA in relation to Aeolus and FORUM for example specifically relating to challenges in calibration and validation for climate domains.
Duties
Your tasks and responsibilities will include:
- supporting the operation of EarthCARE ground segment data processing calibration validation and quality control facilities;
- managing the end-to-end data quality process of EarthCARE mission products during the exploitation phase and phase F including product and processing scenario definition algorithm definition and evolution for Level 1 and Level 2 products the calibration and the geophysical validation concept definition and evolution during the exploitation phases and phase F;
- managing the industrial contracts relating to EarthCARE and Aeolus data quality algorithm evolution and cal/val activities and in particular defining implementing and managing the EarthCARE DISC (Data Innovation and Science Cluster);
- proposing innovation in the area of EO product algorithm development calibration and validation through a collaborative framework with remote sensing scientists aiming to introduce greater flexibility in ESA services to EO users; this includes in particular supporting the definition and development of a mission algorithm and analysis platform tailored for EarthCARE mission users;
- supporting the development of FORUM ground segment data processing calibration validation and quality control facilities;
- continuously assessing evolving user requirements regarding ESA EO atmospheric composition missions in terms of data quality calibration and validation exploring potential synergies with ESA EO missions;
- fostering the ESA strategy and innovation in terms of the algorithm calibration and validation of ESA EO atmospheric data products including the development and operation of related fiducial reference measurements (FRM);
- supporting the mission managers with communication activities contributing to the preparation of presentations and reports; publication of papers in peer-reviewed journals is strongly encouraged.
Technical competencies
Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
For more information please refer to the ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook.
Education
A masters degree or PhD in physics engineering or Earth sciences with particular emphasis on data-processing algorithms calibration and validation applied to EO missions is required for this post.
Additional requirements
You should demonstrate a track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications.
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 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 .
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 masters 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 Agencys 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 ESAs 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.
According to the ESA Convention the recruitment of staff must take into account an adequate distribution of posts among nationals of the ESA Member States*. When short-listing for an interview priority will first be given to internal candidates and secondly to external candidates from under-represented Member States*.
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.
*Member States Associate Members or Cooperating States.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
