Intern in the Quality Department - Human Spaceflight Safety
Key Skills
Job Description
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Our team and mission
The TEC-QI Independent Safety Office is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of ESA policies, requirements, standards, and for providing functional support to ESA projects in the areas of:
- Human Spaceflight Safety;
- Space Debris Mitigation;
- Re-entry Safety;
- Nuclear Safety for applications in space.
The mission of the TEC-QI is to ensure the highest safety standards for ESA missions by enforcing clear safety processes, reducing risks, and protecting space assets, environment and general public. TEC-QI aims to make sure all ESA activities are carried out with a strong commitment to safety.
Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website: http://www.esa.int
Field(s) of activity for the internship
Under the supervision of the assigned tutor in the Independent Safety Office, you will:
- familiarise yourself with the recently updated safety requirements and the safety certification process applicable to the International Space Station (ISS), the Lunar Gateway habitation modules and, more generally, human spaceflight exploration, including crewed vehicles;
- participate in ESA safety review activities for the certification of system and payload hardware developed by European industry;
- review already certified system and payload hardware for lessons learnt compilation;
- participate in the definition of new safety requirements, their implementation and verification approach;
- compile safety guidelines for transportation and operations of simple payloads/experiments on-board the ISS;
- support the preparation of drafts, presentations and tools aimed at improving the efficiency of the ESA Safety Review Panel.
Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook
Education
You must be a university student, preferably in your final or second-to-last year of university course at Master's level. In addition, you must be able to prove that you will be enrolled at your university for the entire duration of the internship.
Additional requirements
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset.
During the interview, your motivation for applying to this role will be explored.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness
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, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.
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 [email protected].
Important Information and Disclaimer
During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests.
Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations.
The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding internship conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.
Nationality
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Independent Safety Office in overseeing safety requirements for human spaceflight, including the ISS and Lunar Gateway. Responsibilities include participating in safety reviews, defining new safety requirements, and compiling guidelines for payload operations.
Requirements
Candidates must be university students in their final or second-to-last year of a Master's degree program. Applicants must be nationals of an ESA Member State and possess strong proficiency in English or French.
About ESA
Industry: Space Research and Technology
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
We are the European Space Agency. Our mission is the peaceful exploration and use of space for the benefit of everyone. We watch over Earth, develop and launch inspiring space projects, train astronauts and push the boundaries of science and technology, seeking answers to the big questions about the Universe. We are scientists, engineers and business professionals from all over Europe working together in a diverse and multinational environment. We are dedicated to united space in Europe and united Europe in space.