Solenix is a privately owned and international company providing engineering and consulting services in the space market, with branches in Germany, Switzerland, and Italy.
We are known for high-quality services, user-oriented solutions, reliable partnerships and constructive collaboration. Our customers include space agencies such as ESA, EUMETSAT and DLR, as well as large private sector companies.
Solenix is specialized in distributed systems and client applications and applies modern technologies with a focus on high-performing, robust and light solutions.
Why should you apply?
Solenix is a group of motivated, dynamic and creative people who enjoy high-quality work, as well as a relaxed and flexible work atmosphere.
You can expect a friendly working environment, exciting and challenging projects and varied team events.
Solenix focuses on solution-oriented and innovative approaches.
You can look forward to benefits like: hybrid-work concepts, training opportunities, unique community spirit, company events, social clubs, retirement, and health insurance plans.
Job Description
We are looking for an Earth Observation Products Modelling Expert, on behalf of the European Space Agency (ESA), providing technical expertise on use of EO based products and modelling tools for monitoring and forecasting in the atmosphere, coastal and marine domains, as support to the IRIDE Service Segment.
For this position, you will have to support the following tasks:
Preparation of documents established at Service Segment level
Support to Precursor Service Segment development contracts, in particular Design and Development of the Service Value Chains, Validation and Product delivery
Support to review process for all critical Service Segment Elements
Support to technical meetings with Industry and User Communities
Other desirable qualifications and experience
Masters’ degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or another relevant discipline
At least 8 years of relevant working experience
Experience on EO satellite-based applications and services
Solid and experienced knowledge of SAR and Optical (including VNIR, TIR, hyperspectral) Remote Sensing data and processing techniques, applied to atmospheric and marine applications
Knowledge and experience in dealing with numerical modelling related to Coastal and Marine, Air Quality, Hydro-Metereologic-Climate, Water Management
Experience in processing and analyzing geospatial data and satellite imagery for applications supporting modelling for forecasting and monitoring domains
Experience on SW integration, verification and validation
Experience in data Quality Control is an asset
Experience in developing and running operational services is an asset
Knowledge of a programming language (preferably Python) is an advantage
Self-motivation, autonomy and the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team
Flexibility in dealing with day-to-day operational challenges
Strong teamwork
Good written and verbal communication skills
Very good command of English, both written and spoken.
Work Location
Frascati, Italy
We follow a hybrid scheme, which means you are expected to work two days per week at our customer premises in Frascati (or more if you like), and on the remaining days you can work from home.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2023
Start of Work: As soon as possible
Grow with us and become part of our Solenix family. We look forward to welcoming you. Take the change and apply now!
Important Notes
Before applying to this position, please read the page How to Apply.
Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit for the above-mentioned work location.
Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process.
Job Application
Please send your applications electronically to career@solenix.ch before the application deadline 31 October 2023.