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Materials, Environments and Contamination Control Engineering Support

  • On-site
    • Noordwijk, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
  • ESA/ESTEC

Job description

We are looking for a Materials, Environments and Contamination Control Engineering Support professional to complete our consultants Workforce Management Service to support the European Space Agency (ESA) at their location in Noordwijk, the Netherlands. The team will be responsible for tasks in the field of materials environments encompassing, but not limited to, cleanliness and contamination control, chemical analysis, materials in the space environment, materials modelling and materials laboratory testing. This also includes the development of novel materials with enhanced/enabling performances and technical support to Life Cycle Assessments.

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at the interview stage).

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

  • In collaboration and support of the Metallic and Non-Metallic Materials and Processes as well as Evaluation Engineer, assess customers’ needs in relation to laboratory/analysis activities;  

  • Perform all measurements and analyses on metallic as well as non-metallic materials (including cleanliness and contamination control related activities as well as PCBs and electronic assembly) on a variety of destructive and non-destructive test equipment/tools. This includes also the issuing of dedicated testing procedures and documentation development as well as inclusion of test requests and test results in the relevant quality management systems and databases;  

  • Set up and operate equipment/analysis tools devoted to the assessment of space environmental effects. This includes assessment by simulating the space environment (vacuum, radiation, ATOX, contamination, thermal ….) as well as pre/post characterisation by analytical techniques (thermal analysis, chemical analysis, physical and microscopic analysis, surface analysis, spectroscopic analysis, NDI techniques etc.). Use a variety of laboratory tools, including acoustic microscopy, optical microscopy, scanning microscopy, confocal microscopy, XRD, X-Ray imaging, NDI etc., XPS, surface tension, Auger Microscopy, Raman Spectroscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy, IST Testing;  

  • Perform mechanical and thermo-mechanical testing (including static, fatigue, fatigue crack propagation, Nano indentation, Nano scratch, low speed impact, hardness testing), also using contact and contact less in-situ strain measurement systems (strain gauges/ARAMIS);  

  • Perform all thermal analysis on materials including thermo-gravimetric, differential scanning calorimetry, thermo-mechanical as well as dynamic mechanical analysis, dielectric analysis, CTE determination, thermal diffusivity/conductivity analysis as well as coupled and advanced thermal modelling techniques for physico-chemical analysis.  

  • Perform all corrosion characterisation testing, including but not limited to stress-corrosion, galvanic, red-plague, general corrosion, humidity/salt fog testing, etc.;  

  • Perform all verification activities on Printed Circuit Boards and electronics assemblies;  

  • Recording sample properties or condition during and after test, accurately and legibly;  

  • Draft relevant test reports for all performed test activities;  

  • Checking on test equipment performance and reporting any anomalies or faults;  

  • Improving test procedures and ensuring that these are executed correctly;  

  • Maintenance of the relevant test equipment, ensuring that the equipment under his/her responsibility is kept in an operational state and all necessary routine calibration and maintenance activities are performed.  

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

Job requirements

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.

  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline;

  • At least 4 years of relevant work experience;

  • Strong materials laboratory hands-on experience related to metallic as well as non-metallic materials and manufacturing and applied processes (including cleanliness and contamination control related activities as well as PCBs and electronic assembly) characterisation/verification and failure investigation;

  • Proven understanding and knowledge of analytical techniques for materials analysis and ability to carry them out in compliance to an ISO 17025 or other Quality Management System applicable standards;  

  • A strong background on space simulation facilities is an asset;

  • Capability of working in a timely and multitasking manner in order to meet assigned deadlines;  

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills;  

  • Ability to issue clear and concise materials testing reports;  

  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.

Details

  • Noordwijk, Netherlands
ESA/ESTEC

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What do we offer?

In ATG Europe (or our subsidiaries) you will have the chance to work on the most interesting and technologically advanced projects in the space, big-science, and high-tech domains. You will enjoy the focused yet relaxed spirit and culture of our teams and the excellent working conditions our company provides. We firmly believe that development and growth perspectives are crucial to everyone’s career, and we therefore provide you with a personal development plan, regular assessment checkpoints and a dedicated training and education budget to support you, not only in your current work, but also paving the road to your next professional steps.

Relocating from abroad? We offer attractive relocation assistance, including temporary accommodation and a relocation budget, to help you make a smooth transition. Eligibility criteria apply.



About ATG Europe

Today, ATG Europe is recognized as a leading provider of specialized engineering, scientific and technical services to the European Space, Big-Science, and high-tech industry. Our headquarters are located in Noordwijk, the Netherlands and we have subsidiaries in Germany, Ireland, Spain, Italy, and the UK. Besides these countries, ATG also operates in France, Czech Republic, Sweden, Norway, and Belgium.