Spacecraft Analyst

**Job Description:** We are looking for a Spacecraft Analyst for our COP RT team. This position is based at EUMETSAT in Darmstadt. It is a permanent full-time position. **Key Responsibilities** * Undertaking the tasks of required of the 24/7 On-call Analyst service as required – (rota) * Support mission preparation activities * Supporting operational Spacecraft and Ground Segment database maintenance * Operating as the Controller if required * Attending and supporting S6 operations meetings as required, including the Daily Operations Meetings * Providing, as required, training, continuation or proficiency training for Controllers * Preparation and presentation of training packages in support of the missions * Monitor the End-to-End production, Timeliness Processing & Dissemination via monthly/quarterly KPIs. * Validate and compile data for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of the EUMETSAT S6 Centre to be used in the generation of monthly/quarterly reports * Coordinate the assessment and review of the monthly KPIs; * Monitor Production/Dissemination performance and Conduct 1st level investigations into anomalies. Report through the established channels. * Monitor and co-ordinate MME interface issues * Supervise and co-ordinate Controller activities with respect to mission monitoring activities * Support the development of the SMART monitoring implementation for the S6 environment including participation in S6 SMART development meetings; * Identify and co-ordinate and supervise team training activities * Analysis of system activities, events and anomalies with a view to improving training, procedures or the system * Creating, reviewing, updating and issuing operational documentation as required. * Provide input for weekly operations email as required **Essential Skills and Qualifications** * Mandatory experience as a Spacecraft controller or certification in Copernicus missions in EUMETSAT * S6 EUMETSAT Controller Certification will be an asset * Python, Linux, Visual Basic, some programming experience would be an advantage for the role. * Good communication skills. * Good English skills, both oral and written **Desirable Skills** * Good IT skills (Database, SQL, Programming). * Good communication skills. * Good English skills both oral and written. **Furthermore** * Applicants with good knowledge of Python, Visual Basic, SQL, C++  will be given preference **Seniority:** Expert **Primary Location:** DE - Darmstadt - EUMETSAT **Contract Type:** Employee-Permanent **Hybrid Working:** Onsite