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Holt Executive has partnered with a leader in nanosatellites manufacturing and operation, to provide custom communication solutions for their clients.

Our partner is seeking a Front -End Software Engineer to join their team in Luxembourg to develop a cutting-edge, highly scalable cloud platform for space missions. The platform manages both space and ground operations for multiple satellite constellations.

The successful Front-End Software Engineer will collaborate with a global engineering team, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from defining features to deployment.

Key Responsibilities for the Front-End Software Engineer:

• Collaborate with the team and participate in DevOps practices for efficient software delivery, collaborate with colleagues on code reviews and champion and enforce coding best practices.
• Analyse requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Design HOOP services and features, program them and create clear documentation.
• Work with front-end developers to optimise application speed.
• Leverage AWS and potentially other cloud platforms for development.
• Integrate third-party tools to enhance functionality.
• Streamline applications using containerization technologies.
• Contribute to writing tests for a smooth and efficient release process.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise within the code.
• Participate in maintaining and improving development environments and infrastructure offerings.
• Own and improve the quality and delivery of the solutions you build.
• Share your expertise and knowledge with colleagues to help grow their skills.
• Help define the tech roadmap and keep the tech radar updated.
• Proactively participate in Scrum ceremonies.

Key Skills and Experienced Required by the Front-End Software Engineer:

• Proven work experience as a Front-end developer.
• Experience in OO development and design patterns.
• Experience in designing, building and monitoring RESTful APIs and Microservices.
• Familiarity with cloud and application platforms (e.g. AWS).
• Proven experience in any Front / DevOps experience is a plus.
• Experience in unit and integration testing.
• Working experience in Agile / Scrum / DevOps teams.
• Good technical, analytical and communication skills.
• Results-driven mindset with analytical skills and the ability to innovate.
• Be up to date with the world’s newest technologies and keen to implement and evolve them with us.

Frontend

• HTML, CSS
• TypeScript / Javascript
• React
• Next.js
• MUI
• Node/Yarn packet manager
• Selenium, Cucumber

DevOps

• Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, Self-Managed), Helm.
• Cloud (AWS, MS Azure).
• Terraform (Terragrunt), Atlantis.
• Jenkins.

If your skills and experience match this Front-End Software Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

Holt Executive has partnered with a leader in nanosatellites manufacturing and operation, to provide custom communication solutions for their clients.

Our partner is seeking a Back-End Software Engineer to join their team in Luxembourg to develop a cutting-edge, highly scalable cloud platform for space missions. The platform manages both space and ground operations for multiple satellite constellations.

The successful Back-End Software Engineer will collaborate with a global engineering team, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from defining features to deployment.

Key Responsibilities for the Back-End Software Engineer:

• Collaborate with the team and participate in DevOps practices for efficient software delivery, collaborate with colleagues on code reviews and champion and enforce coding best practices.
• Analyse requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Design HOOP services and features, program them and create clear documentation.
• Work with front-end developers to optimise application speed.
• Leverage AWS and potentially other cloud platforms for development.
• Integrate third-party tools to enhance functionality.
• Streamline applications using containerization technologies.
• Contribute to writing tests for a smooth and efficient release process.
• Identify and resolve issues that arise within the code.
• Participate in maintaining and improving development environments and infrastructure offerings.
• Own and improve the quality and delivery of the solutions you build.
• Share your expertise and knowledge with colleagues to help grow their skills.
• Help define the tech roadmap and keep the tech radar updated.
• Proactively participate in Scrum ceremonies.

Key Skills and Experienced Required by the Back-End Software Engineer:

• Proven work experience as a Back-end developer.
• Experience in OO development and design patterns.
• Experience in designing, building and monitoring RESTful APIs and Microservices.
• Familiarity with cloud and application platforms (e.g. AWS).
• Proven experience in our Back technology stack, any Front / DevOps experience is a plus.
• Experience in unit and integration testing.
• Working experience in Agile / Scrum / DevOps teams.
• Good technical, analytical and communication skills.
• Results-driven mindset with analytical skills and the ability to innovate.
• Be up to date with the world’s newest technologies and keen to implement and evolve them with us.

Backend

• Java 17, Kotlin, Groovy.
• Spring Boot, Hibernate.
• JUnit / Spock, Cucumber, Postman.
• Gradle.
• RabbitMQ.
• PostgreSQL, MongoDB.
• ElasticSearch (OpenSearch).
• Prometheus, Grafana.
• Nginx, Traefik.
• Docker, Kubernetes.
• Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure.
• Git.
• Python.

DevOps

• Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, Self-Managed), Helm.
• Cloud (AWS, MS Azure).
• Terraform (Terragrunt), Atlantis.
• Jenkins.

If your skills and experience match this Back-End Software Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

Do you have a passion for space and experience with complex projects?

Holt Executive has partnered with a leader in nanosatellites manufacturing and operation, to provide custom communication solutions for their clients. They are seeking a Lead Space Systems Engineer to join their team in Luxembourg.

The Lead Space Systems Engineer will be responsible for spearheading the design, construction, and delivery of small satellites for their global clientele. You will be the driving force, encompassing the entire project lifecycle, from initial product review to final client acceptance.

Key Responsibilities for the Lead Space Systems Engineer:

• Spacecraft systems design and architecture – both overall and in detail with hands-on work.
• Coordinating technical activities with customers and suppliers.
• Alignment of mission and spacecraft design to ESA standards
• Technical consulting with international clients.
• Coaching and guidance of non-senior engineers.
• Prepare documentation according to applied space engineering standards.
• Technical involvement in all aspects of mission and spacecraft design.
• Ensuring a proper balance between time consumption and quality.
• Assignment planning using SCRUM and JIRA

Key Skills and Experience Required by the Lead Space Systems Engineer:

• Possess several years of experience designing satellites, ideally honed on cutting-edge new space projects.
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying systems engineering principles (requirements analysis, architecture, simulation, integration, verification & validation) to deliver successful projects.
• Experience delivering projects according to established standards like ESA ECSS or NASA equivalents.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex technical challenges head-on.
• Proven experience in systems validation, qualification, and ensuring optimal performance.
• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (e.g., XML, Python, Matlab) can be beneficial.
• Be adept at utilising CAD and mission tools such as SOLIDWORKS, STK, GMAT, or similar software.
• Maintain a strong quality awareness and understanding of aerospace quality assurance processes and standards in the aerospace industry.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with space missions and projects.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the functional aspects involved in building and developing spacecraft.

If your skills and experience match this Lead Space Systems Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

Do you have a passion for keeping networks running smoothly? 

Are you an expert in Operational Support Systems? 

We have an exciting opportunity for an OSS Engineer to play a key role in optimizing network performance, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring a seamless customer experience for our partner located in Quebec, Canada.

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is revolutionizing global broadband connectivity.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and occasional travel is anticipated.

Key Responsibilities for the OSS Engineer:

• Design, develop, implement and enhance Operational Support Systems to monitor and manage Carrier Ethernet and IP customer services and network resources, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Partner with vendors to find the hottest new OSS solutions and stay ahead of the industry curve.
• Review and approve design and development solution documents, internal and external test strategies, plans and scripts.
• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of OSS requirements, configurations, processes and procedures.
• Implement real-time network monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime.
• Investigate and resolve complex OSS and network problems by collaborating with cross-functional teams to find effective solutions.
• Develop and maintain automated scripts and tolls to streamline network operations and improve efficiency.
• Implement and enforce security best practices to protect network systems and data integrity.
• Analyse network performance data to provide valuable insights for capacity planning and network optimization.

Key Skills & Experience for the OSS Engineer:

• 3-6 years of experience within a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of design principles, and specifications for standardized and interoperable OSS.
• Strong knowledge of network management protocols, including NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, TMForum APIs, MEF LSO APIs, CloudEvents, OpenMetrics, Openflow, ONF TAPI, etc.
• Strong knowledge of MEF Lifecycle Service Orchestration framework.
• User experience with OSS tools and platforms such as Netcracker Digital OSS, ONAP, Ciena Blue Planet, Amdocs, etc.
• Hands on experience with Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, and protocols.
• Familiarity with TMForum Open Digital Architecture (ODA), Process Framework (eTOM) and Information Framework (SID).
• Familiarity with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or UML.
• This role requires making recommendations and decisions which will influence the network operations and control solution of the network.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

If your skills and experience match this OSS Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

Become the network hero!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior OSS Engineer to play a critical role in keeping the network running smoothly. You’ll design, build, and maintain cutting-edge Operational Support Systems that optimise performance, boost efficiency, and ensure a flawless customer experience for our partner located in Quebec, Canada.

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is revolutionizing global broadband connectivity.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and occasional travel is anticipated.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior OSS Engineer:

• Design, develop, implement and enhance Operational Support Systems to monitor and manage Carrier Ethernet and IP customer services and network resources, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Work closely with vendors to evaluate and implement new OSS solutions and stay up to date with industry trends.
• Review and approve design and development solution documents, internal and external test strategies, plans and scripts.
• Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of OSS requirements, configurations, processes and procedures.
• Implement real-time network monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime.
• Investigate and resolve complex OSS implementation and network problems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions.
• Develop and maintain automated scripts and tolls to streamline network operations and improve efficiency.
• Implement and enforce security best practices to protect network systems and data integrity.
• Analyse network performance data and provide insights for capacity planning and network optimization.

Key Skills & Experience for the Senior OSS Engineer:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of architecture, design principles, and specifications for standardized and interoperable OSS.
• Strong knowledge of network management protocols, including NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, TMForum APIs, MEF LSO APIs, CloudEvents, OpenMetrics, Openflow, ONF TAPI, etc.
• Strong knowledge of MEF Lifecycle Service Orchestration framework.
• Hands on experience with OSS tools and platforms such as Netcracker Digital OSS, ONAP, Ciena Blue Planet, Amdocs, etc.
• Hands on experience with Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, and protocols.
• Familiarity with TMForum Open Digital Architecture (ODA), Process Framework (eTOM) and Information Framework (SID).
• Familiarity with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or UML.
• This role requires making recommendations and decisions which will have significant influence on the network operations and control solution of the network.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
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If your skills and experience match this Senior OSS Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader in Space Sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who is making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead to be responsible for crafting achievable mission operations plans that consider both how the mission can be run smoothly and the limitations it faces. To achieve this, you’ll work closely with engineers across space and ground systems.

The successful Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead will be required to have a deep understanding of mission operations and the ability to collaborate effectively with the Mission Operations Team.

This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package, featuring visa sponsorship and relocation package.

 Key Responsibilities for the Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead:

• Lead the provision of operational aspects, constraints, requirements and experience in mission development.
• Communicate the operational needs to space and ground segment design.
• Define and plan operational system testing (e.g. SVTs) for execution in collaboration with the Mission Operations Team.
• Contribute to the development of mission operations concepts, and mission review cycles (PDR, CDR, GSQR, ORR etc), reliably predicting and addressing operational concerns during the mission development process.
• Define operability requirements and user stories, to support the design of the Space segment.
• In collaboration with space segment engineers, lead the preparation of spacecraft user manuals and other operations documentation.
• Provide operations expertise at system, subsystem and unit levels, supporting ongoing mission development, bid proposals and other activities as required.
• Investigate spacecraft anomalies and participate in the anomaly resolution process.
• Propose and develop operational solutions to enable a team of engineers to control multiple in-flight spacecraft.
• Support Mission execution team and team training in preparation for launch.

Team Lead Responsibilities for the Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead:

• Line management of team members and team coordination, task prioritisation.
• Support team development, training and recruitment processes.
• Overall responsibility for the team’s technical output.
• Identify and resolve key technical and schedule risks in your team’s plans.

Key Skills & Experience for the Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead:

• University degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of demonstrable space mission industry experience, including real-time operations as part of a flight control team operating a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) mission through the complete life cycle.
• Space and ground segment engineering experience is also beneficial.
• Comprehensive knowledge of satellite subsystems, in particular AOCS/GNC or OBDH/CDH.
• Familiarity of the operation of Mission Control systems (preferably SCOS-2000 based), mission planning processes, flight procedure development and automation, monitoring and control, onboard software management, configuration management of operational products and simulator facilities.
• Knowledge of ‘Functional Avionics’ and the conceptualisation of how to use OBSW and ground systems to fulfil a mission following operational constraints.
• Experience supporting critical mission phases as Spacecraft Team Lead or similar, providing coordinated, timely and accurate input to the mission operations team.

If your skills and experience match this Mission Operations Preparation Team Lead opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 
 

Holt Executive are currently partnered with a global leader in Space and Satellite sustainability, a dynamic and rapidly growing technology innovator who are making hugely positive contributions to the growing problem of orbital space debris.

They require a Spacecraft Systems Engineer Team Lead – Space Sustainability to be responsible for line managing members of the team as well as taking the lead on project work. Therefore, you need to be a senior engineer with hands-on experience of working on spacecraft systems and be at a level where you can come in and start contributing to the projects straight away.

This role will help make a difference every day by ensuring the Systems team is well placed to drive forward our missions and help to make space safer and more sustainable for future generations.

Responsibilities for the Spacecraft Systems Engineer Team Lead – Space Sustainability:

• Line management of team members. This includes helping resolve blockers to their work, prioritising their work, conducting appraisals and conducting probation reviews.
• Planning the technical work for the systems team members. Assigning tasks appropriately and effectively taking team member skillsets and abilities in to account
• Overall responsibility for the technical output of the people being managed
• Create a plan to address the development needs of the existing team members
• Support engineering technical work performed by the team including:
  • The development of spacecraft mission and system design including requirements derivation and CONOPS definition.
  • Rapid feasibility studies into different scenarios and architectures
  • Performing mission analysis and modelling of spacecraft missions as well as Trade-off and control platform systems budgets e.g. mass, power, data, fuel.
  • Maintaining the configuration control of systems work and documentation
  • Coordinate with other teams at sub-system and system level to define development and verification plans.
  • Assist with bid work, providing technical solutions and documentation.

Skills required by the Spacecraft Systems Engineer Team Lead – Space Sustainability:

• Diploma; bachelor or master’s degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or another relevant discipline.
• At least 5 years work experience as a systems engineer for a spacecraft mission
• Knowledge of the systems and project engineering lifecycle from requirements definition through to verification, including experience of leading or planning for project review gates in satellite engineering
• Experience in mission and systems architecture definition and CONOPS, especially understanding of both space and ground segment interaction.
• Good knowledge of a range of subsystems & engineering teams including: GNC (AOCS, ADCS), astrodynamics, C&DH / OBDH, EPS, RCS (propulsion), COM (communications), software, ground segment & operations.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Opportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technology
• Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment
• Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay
• Private healthcare

 
 If your skills and experience match this Spacecraft Systems Engineer Team Lead opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com