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Under the direct authority of the Head of the Electrical Department, the Avionics & EEE Division is responsible for all aspects related to Avionics (with inputs from AOCS/GNC), Data Systems, Microelectronics, Flight Software, and EEE Components, and associated laboratory facilities. The responsibilities also extend to technology/product development and support to standardization. More specifically, TEC-ED responsibilities encompass:
Definition of Avionics architecture (with inputs from AOCS/GNC) including procurement of associated products and supported through the Division’s following responsibilities:Development and operation of a reference laboratory for components evaluation against the space environment (including radiation), reliability assessment, Data Systems, Microelectronics, and Flight Software domains.
Reliability testing on electronic devices requires knowing with extreme accuracy the applied junction temperature and consequently the existing thermal resistance (both at die and package level) on components suitable for space applications. To achieve these parameters, several methodologies are applicable (extrapolation through electrical characterization, infrared thermography analysis, Raman spectrometry, etc.). The scope of the internship is to allow a comparison of these techniques on devices that will be submitted to a preliminary selection and preparation. After a preliminary bibliographic study of techniques and existing methodologies, the selected candidate will be introduced and accompanied in the ESTEC laboratory, which disposes of relevant equipment and tools allowing the performing of such analyses and measurements. A test method program will be defined for the preparation and conditioning of the specimens in conjunction with the conduction of the analyses and the characterizations. A final report will include a detailed description of the applied protocols and of the achieved results leading to a final statement for the suitability of each technique with respect to the selected components/packages.
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
You must be a university student, preferably in your final or second-to-last year of a university course at Master’s level, and you need to remain enrolled at your University for the entire duration of the internship.
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
Knowledge and background in semiconductor physics and bench testing implementation are a valuable asset.
ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
At the Agency, we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at contact.human.resources@esa.int.
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Nationals from Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, and Slovenia, as Associate Member States, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply, as well as those from Bulgaria, Croatia, and Cyprus as European Cooperating States (ECS).
The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe’s gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
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