Position
Training at the European Astronaut Centre (EAC), for the International Space Station (ISS) Astronauts and Ground Controllers, is implemented using simulators and mock ups of the Columbus module, its payloads and other parts of ISS. The Simulator Operator supports all operations, maintenance and upgrade of the simulators and mock-ups in close coordination with the training community at EAC.
* Location: ESA EAC (Cologne, Germany)
* Start date: August 2025.
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Support:
o Astronaut and Ground Support personnel training, involving the ISS and Columbus simulators, in association with the trainers and simulation directors
o Post simulation and training assessment
* Identify missing or to be enhanced simulation functionality to fulfil scenario needs
* Prepare the simulation systems for each simulation session and preparing scenario scripts
* Set up the simulators, monitor simulation sessions and, where appropriate, injecting anomalies
* Coordinate simulator uses in simulations and integrated simulations
* Perform:
o Local maintenance tasks, backups and software installations on the simulators in coordination with the simulator maintenance team
o Local maintenance tasks on Columbus Mock-up in coordination with the Columbus Crew Training responsible(s) at EAC
* Participate in workshops and meetings as necessary.
Skills and Experience
* A Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, or related field
* Strength to cope with schedules and deadlines
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* A proactive approach, with initiative and ability to work independently
* Ability to:
o Adhere to strict standards of confidentiality
o Work in distributed international teams
o Communicate on a professional level in English.
Considered as Assets
* Experience in:
o Human space flight mission operations, with an emphasis on ISS and Columbus operations, e.g. former certified flight/ground controller or console support person
o Space flight simulator environments
o Python programming
o CGS commanding
Our Offer
* Working within an exceptional sector with Staff located in Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands
* A professional and modern working environment with motivated Administrative Staff, Engineers, Astronaut Training Instructors and Scientists coming from all different horizons and countries with a common passion for space and their own expertise
* A full-time position with an indefinite contract of employment
* A competitive remuneration package and good working conditions
* Working from home in part can be a possibility
* An individualised training and development programmes.
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About Us
Space Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.
Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.
The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provides engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.
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How To Apply
Upload your CV and Motivation Letter, both in English and to the attention of Mr. Olivier Lamborelle.
The candidate shall be eligible to work in the European Union.
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