Subject: [SLR-Mail] No.2284: Geoscience Australia 2-year and 18-months Job Opportunities : GNSS POD Specialist and GNSS Software engineer [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED] From: Stavros.Melachroinos@ga.gov.au Dear Colleagues, Please see below for recent job opportunities for Geoscience Australia. ************************************************************************************************* GNSS Precise Orbit Determination (POD) Specialist - Salary: Up to $85,000 plus 9.5% super - Work type: Full Time ************************************************************************************************** This position is a project based two year appointment within the Cooperative Research Centre for Spatial Information (CRCSI). The CRCSI is a collaborative joint venture and works with industry, government and the education and science sectors in Australia and New Zealand to produce business outcomes and benefits for participants involved in the spatial sector. The CRCSI is undertaking a project to deliver a national geodetic GNSS analysis capability. Ultimately the capability will include the following services: - Full, single and multi-frequency, multi-GNSS and SLR data processing - Delivering multi-GNSS orbits and clock products - Delivering atmospheric products such as ionosphere and troposphere models - Delivering un-calibrated signal biases (USDs) - Providing both real-time and batch-processing capability - Delivering products to the IGS community The role will be based in Canberra ACT, Australia in Geoscience Australia (GA), Geodesy section within the small project team and report to the project´s Technical Leader (TL). Responsibilities include: - Software development, maintenance, testing, debugging, prototyping based on technical requirements, standards and design provided by the TL - Implement dynamic POD models for the generation of real-time, rapid and weekly final multi-GNSS orbits and clocks - Implement un-differenced or single and double differenced algorithms of multi-GNSS (GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BEIDOU, QZSS, IRNSS), un-combined or combined multi-frequency data. - Implement multi-GNSS, multi-frequency data editing and cleaning algorithms (cycle slips, clock jumps etc.) both in real-time and post-processing - Implement, verify and control the GNSS signal in space specifications and GNSS system performance standards - Implement, verify and control the International Earth Rotation Service (IERS 2010) conventions, and the IGS Repro 2 campaign standards - Teamwork, Coordination and Technology transfer providing technical expertise and advice within the project in the area of GNSS and satellite positioning techniques - Perform research work and publish in International peer-reviewed journals as requested Minimum requirements : - A PhD degree or equivalent in geospatial/geodesy/physics/astronomy/surveying with some research experience in Space Geodesy. - A sound knowledge of least squares adjustment methods and linear algebra - A sound knowledge of orbital mechanics and satellite dynamics - Proven experience in a research team and geodetic projects - Good knowledge of scientific computing and an ability to program in at least one FORTRAN, C, C++, MATLAB, KSH, PERL and/or CSH ********************************************************************************************** Software Engineer for GNSS: - Salary: Up to $100,000 plus 9.5% super - Work type: Full Time ********************************************************************************************** This position is a project based 18 month position within the Cooperative Research Centre for Spatial Information (CRCSI). The CRCSI is a collaborative joint venture and works with industry, government and the education and science sectors in Australia and New Zealand to produce business outcomes and benefits for participants involved in the spatial sector. The CRCSI is committed to delivering a geodetic GNSS analysis capability. The position reports to the project´s Technical Leader (TL). Ultimately the capability will include following services: * Full, single and multi-frequency, multi-GNSS data processing * Delivering multi-GNSS regional orbits and clock products * Delivering atmospheric products such as ionosphere and troposphere models * Delivering uncalibrated signal biases (USDs) * Providing both real-time and batch-processing capability * Delivering products to the IGS community * The role is based in Canberra ACT, Australia in Geoscience Australia (GA), Geodesy section. The developer will work with a small team and must be able to communicate and relate well with other team members and clients. Responsibilities include: * Maintain, verify, validate and implement the software architecture * Perform software prototype integration from unit level to global level * Determine necessary interface requirements between real-time data streams, the caster, the computational kernel and the clients * Implement the Network Transport RTCM via Internet Protocol (Ntrip) Standards for streaming GNSS data over the internet. * Integrate software components between the clients, the caster and the servers that transfer the real-time data streams from a source to the caster * Specify, implement and validate human machine interfaces (HMI) * Support the TL in the software life cycle definitions, strategy, standards and definition of testing environments, changes to baseline procedures, design and acceptance reviews * Implement a version control system to keep track of all work and all changes for the whole set of program units, modules, HMIs, subroutines etc... * Monitor, and perform quality assurance of the coding standards * Update the system design and interface control documents * Manage software version benchmarking, testing and release Minimum Requirements * 3+ years experience as a Software Engineer in a collaborative and team based setting. * Proven ability with minimum 5+ years implementing software at least one of the following languages FORTRAN, C, C++, MATLAB, KSH, PERL and/or CSH * Experience with software integration, testing and version validation procedures * Knowledge and understanding of agile/waterfall software development methodologies and coding standards * Ability over internet protocols, TCP/IP connections, socket handling * Demonstrated experience with UNIX-based or Linux systems, popular HTTP/RTSP standards, and streaming tools * A computer science degree/physics/IT or equivalent It is highly desirable that the candidate have some knowledge of Global Navigation Satellite Systems, stakeholder management experience and skills, and experience with real-time software. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ The positions are open to Australian and non-Australian candidates. Applications close January 31 2015. For any details or to apply via-email please send a CV and a cover letter exposing your interest and motivations to stavros.melachroinos@ga.gov.au Dr. Stavros Melachroinos Geodetic Scientist | Geodesy Section | Geodesy and Seismic Monitoring Group | Community Safety & Earth Monitoring Division | GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA ____________________________________________________________ Phone: +61 2 6249 9479 Fax: +61 2 6249 9999 Email: Web: www.ga.gov.au Cnr Jerrabomberra Avenue and Hindmarsh Drive Symonston ACT GPO Box 378 Canberra ACT 2601 Australia Applying geoscience to Australia´s most important challenges Geoscience Australia Disclaimer: This e-mail (and files transmitted with it) is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, then you have received this e-mail by mistake and any use, dissemination, forwarding, printing or copying of this e-mail and its file attachments is prohibited. 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Dear Colleagues,

 

Please see below for recent job opportunities for Geoscience Australia.

 

*************************************************************************************************

GNSS Precise Orbit Determination (POD) Specialist

-          Salary: Up to $85,000 plus 9.5% super

-          Work type: Full Time

**************************************************************************************************

This position is a project based two year appointment within the Cooperative Research Centre for Spatial Information (CRCSI). The CRCSI is a collaborative joint venture and works with industry, government and the education and science sectors in Australia and New Zealand to produce business outcomes and benefits for participants involved in the spatial sector. The CRCSI is undertaking a project to deliver a national geodetic GNSS analysis capability. Ultimately the capability will include the following services:

-          Full, single and multi-frequency, multi-GNSS and SLR data processing

-          Delivering multi-GNSS orbits and clock products

-          Delivering atmospheric products such as ionosphere and troposphere models

-          Delivering un-calibrated signal biases (USDs)

-          Providing both real-time and batch-processing capability

-          Delivering products to the IGS community

The role will be based in Canberra ACT, Australia in Geoscience Australia (GA), Geodesy section within the small project team and report to the project´s Technical Leader (TL).

 

Responsibilities include:

-          Software development, maintenance, testing, debugging, prototyping based on technical requirements, standards and design provided by the TL

-          Implement dynamic POD models for the generation of real-time, rapid and weekly final multi-GNSS orbits and clocks

-          Implement un-differenced or single and double differenced algorithms of multi-GNSS (GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BEIDOU, QZSS, IRNSS), un-combined or combined multi-frequency data.

-          Implement multi-GNSS, multi-frequency data editing and cleaning algorithms (cycle slips, clock jumps etc.) both in real-time and post-processing

-          Implement, verify and control the GNSS signal in space specifications and GNSS system performance standards

-          Implement, verify and control the International Earth Rotation Service (IERS 2010) conventions, and the IGS Repro 2 campaign standards

-          Teamwork, Coordination and Technology transfer providing technical expertise and advice within the project in the area of GNSS and satellite positioning techniques

-          Perform research work and publish in International peer-reviewed journals as requested

 

Minimum requirements :

-          A PhD degree or equivalent in geospatial/geodesy/physics/astronomy/surveying with some research experience in Space Geodesy.

-          A sound knowledge of least squares adjustment methods and linear algebra

-          A sound knowledge of orbital mechanics and satellite dynamics

-          Proven experience in a research team and geodetic projects

-          Good knowledge of scientific computing and an ability to program in at least one FORTRAN, C, C++, MATLAB, KSH, PERL and/or CSH

 

**********************************************************************************************

Software Engineer for GNSS:

-          Salary: Up to $100,000 plus 9.5% super

-          Work type: Full Time

**********************************************************************************************

This position is a project based 18 month position within the Cooperative Research Centre for Spatial Information (CRCSI). The CRCSI is a collaborative joint venture and works with industry, government and the education and science sectors in Australia and New Zealand to produce business outcomes and benefits for participants involved in the spatial sector. The CRCSI is committed to delivering a geodetic GNSS analysis capability. The position reports to the project´s Technical Leader (TL). Ultimately the capability will include following services:

 

·         Full, single and multi-frequency, multi-GNSS data processing

·         Delivering multi-GNSS regional orbits and clock products

·         Delivering atmospheric products such as ionosphere and troposphere models

·         Delivering uncalibrated signal biases (USDs)

·         Providing both real-time and batch-processing capability

·         Delivering products to the IGS community

·         The role is based in Canberra ACT, Australia in Geoscience Australia (GA), Geodesy section. The developer will work with a small team and must be able to communicate and relate well with other team members and clients.

 

Responsibilities include:

·         Maintain, verify, validate and implement the software architecture

·         Perform software prototype integration from unit level to global level

·         Determine necessary interface requirements between real-time data streams, the caster, the computational kernel and the clients

·         Implement the Network Transport RTCM via Internet Protocol (Ntrip) Standards for streaming GNSS data over the internet.

·         Integrate software components between the clients, the caster and the servers that transfer the real-time data streams from a source to the caster

·         Specify, implement and validate human machine interfaces (HMI)

·         Support the TL in the software life cycle definitions, strategy, standards and definition of testing environments, changes to baseline procedures, design and acceptance reviews

·         Implement a version control system to keep track of all work and all changes for the whole set of program units, modules, HMIs, subroutines etc…

·         Monitor, and perform quality assurance of the coding standards

·         Update the system design and interface control documents

·         Manage software version benchmarking, testing and release

 

Minimum Requirements

 

·         3+ years experience as a Software Engineer in a collaborative and team based setting.

·         Proven ability with minimum 5+ years implementing software at least one of the following languages FORTRAN, C, C++, MATLAB, KSH, PERL and/or CSH

·         Experience with software integration, testing and version validation procedures

·         Knowledge and understanding of agile/waterfall software development methodologies and coding standards

·         Ability over internet protocols, TCP/IP connections, socket handling

·         Demonstrated experience with UNIX-based or Linux systems, popular HTTP/RTSP standards, and streaming tools

·         A computer science degree/physics/IT or equivalent

 

It is highly desirable that the candidate have some knowledge of Global Navigation Satellite Systems, stakeholder management experience and skills, and experience with real-time software.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

 

The positions are open to Australian and non-Australian  candidates.

Applications close January 31 2015.

For any details or to apply via-email please send a CV and a cover letter exposing your interest and motivations to stavros.melachroinos@ga.gov.au

 

 

 

Dr. Stavros Melachroinos

Geodetic Scientist  |  Geodesy Section | Geodesy and Seismic Monitoring Group |

Community Safety & Earth Monitoring Division |   GEOSCIENCE AUSTRALIA

____________________________________________________________

Phone:  +61 2 6249 9479    Fax:  +61 2 6249 9999

Email:      Web:  www.ga.gov.au

Cnr Jerrabomberra Avenue and Hindmarsh Drive Symonston ACT

GPO Box 378 Canberra ACT 2601 Australia

Applying geoscience to Australia’s most important challenges

 

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