Fresh Roles at South African National Space Agency (SANSA)

Description

SANSA has the mandate to drive the promotion and use of space and cooperation in spac related activities.

To achieve this mandate, the Agency fosters research in space science and technology advances space engineering programmes, and supports the creation of an environment conduce to industrial development in space technologies within the framework of national government policy. More information about the organisation can be found at http://www.sansa.org.za

SANSA thrives on our employees’ creativity, competencies, and expertise, and on their ingenuity to succeed in a high-performing environment. If you aspire to the SANSA values of Customer-Centric, Collaboration and Teamwork, Innovation and Solutions Driven, Responsiveness to Opportunities, Having Fun Together, and living these in a fast-paced and innovative environment, then SANSA could be the place for you.

The following opportunities exist in SANSA, to be filled by individuals with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, and qualifications.

Reporting to the ICT Manager, the position will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and upgrading any software or hardware required to efficiently run a computer network. The IT or computer network may extend to a local area network, wide area network, WLAN, file/database and Webservers, the Internet, and intranets. Oversee the network and communication systems to ensure information is flowing properly within the organization and externally to relevant stakeholders. 

• Implementation – Design, implement, and maintain network architecture and security safeguards.
• Network Management – Manage and implement all network security processes and maintain proper reports for the same.
• Troubleshooting – Troubleshooting, resolving, and communicating networking issues to other employees, management, and clients.
• Knowledge management – Update knowledge and skills related to networks and document the SANSA network configurations for intellectual property purposes.

Requirements

• A minimum of a three-year Diploma in Information Technology (IT) or related fields.
• 5+ years’ experience handling network and ICT security.
• Certification for Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise or Security-certified) essential.
• Certification for Cisco Certified Network Associate, (CCNA-certified) essential.
• ITIL Foundation (preferable).
• Cisco routers, Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco ISE, Cisco ASA and Cisco FirePOWER. 
• Networking (design, planning, and installation).
• Routing protocols – MPLS, OSPF, BGP, and Policy-Based Routing (PBR).
• Computer skills - MS Project, MS Office, Outlook 365, Microsoft Operating Systems, and Linux.
• Desktop software and server software (installation and configuration).
• Hardware technical skills, i.e., use of tools and other means to fix/maintain/repair.
• A valid driver’s license.

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Description

The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) is a public entity under the National Department of Science and Innovation.

SANSA has the mandate to drive the promotion and use of space and cooperation in space-related activities. To achieve this mandate, the Agency fosters research in space science and technology advances space engineering programmes and supports the creation of an environment conducive to industrial development in space technologies within the framework of national government policy. More information about the organisation can be found at http://www.sansa.org.za

SANSA thrives on our employees’ creativity, competencies, and expertise, and on their ingenuity to succeed in a high-performing environment. If you aspire to the SANSA values of Customer-Centric, Collaboration and Teamwork, Innovation and Solutions Driven, Responsiveness to Opportunities, Having Fun Together and living these in a fast-paced and innovative environment, then SANSA could be the place for you.

The following opportunities exist in SANSA, to be filled by individuals with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, and qualifications.

Requirements

Reporting to the Facilities Services Manager, the Facilities Services Officer will be responsible to provide maintenance services to the Hermanus Facility buildings and physical infrastructure maintenance as needed or assigned.  

The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications and experience:

• Grade 12 with three (3) trade subjects
• Three (3) years’ working experience in a building/electrical related maintenance environment
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Sage software will be advantageous
• Wireman’s license will be advantageous
• Code 8 and PDRP License

Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintenance Services
• Occupational Health and Safety compliance
• Procurement and Financial services
• General Administration

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Description

Reporting to the Facilities Services Manager, the Facilities Services Officer will be responsible for providing maintenance services to the Hermanus Facility buildings and physical infrastructure maintenance as needed or assigned.

Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintenance Services.
• Occupational Health & Safety Compliance.
• Procurement & Financial Services.
• General Administration.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications & experience:

• Grade 12 with three (03) trade subjects.
• Three (03) years of working experience in a building/electrical-related maintenance environment.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SAGE software will be advantageous.
• A wireman's license will be advantageous.
• Code 8 driving license & PDRP license.

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Description

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director has overall responsibility for the management of the Space Science Programme, ensuring it is appropriately positioned on a sustainable basis to deliver strategic programmes for the benefit of the sectors, markets, and communities that it serves. The Executive Director is also a Member of the SANSA Executive Team and as such shares a collective responsibility for the strategic oversight of the organization.

key performance areas will include, but are not limited to:

• Strategic Planning, Development, & Implementation.
• Operations Management.
• Business Development
• People management.
• Financial management.
• Corporate Governance.
• Stakeholder Management.
• Space Science Research.
• General Management.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications and experience:

• A Ph.D. degree in a relevant Space Science field.
• At least 10 years of experience at senior management level in the Space Science environment.
• three (03) to five (05) years of experience at the executive level.
• Exceptional research track record.

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Description

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director has overall responsibility for the management of the Earth Observation Programme, ensuring it is appropriately positioned on a sustainable basis to deliver strategic programmes for the benefit of the sectors, markets, and communities that it serves. The Executive Director is also a Member of the SANSA Executive Team and as such shares a collective responsibility for the strategic oversight of the organization.

Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to:

• Strategy planning, development, and implementation.
• Operations Management.
• Business Development.
• People Management.
• Financial Management.
• Corporate Governance.
• Stakeholder Management.

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications and experience:

• A Masters degree in relevant Earth Observation & Geospatial field.
• An MBA will be an added advantage.
• At least 10 years of experience at the senior management level in the Earth Observation environment.
• Three (03) to five (05) years of experience at the executive management level.

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Description

SANSA has the mandate to drive the promotion and use of space and cooperation in spacerelated activities. 

To achieve this mandate, the Agency fosters research in space science and technology advances space engineering programmes  and supports the creation of an environment conducive to industrial development in space technologies within the framework of national government policy. More information about the organisation can be found at http://www.sansa.org.za

SANSA thrives on our employees’ creativity, competencies, and expertise, and on their ingenuity to succeed in a high-performing environment. If you aspire to the SANSA values of Customer Centric, Collaboration and Teamwork, Innovation and Solutions Driven, Responsiveness to Opportunities, Having Fun Together, and living these in a fastpaced and innovative environment, then SANSA could be the place for you.

The following learning opportunities exist in SANSA, to be filled by individuals with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, and qualifications.

  ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING IN-SERVICE TRAINEE (2 POSITIONS) - 24 MONTHS CONTRACT

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the trainee in this role will be provided with practical Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience to complete and obtain the qualification. The incumbent will be exposed to a wide variety of satellite ground station operations and activities which involve working with antenna systems and equipment to facilitate (i) the direct reception of Earth–Observation satellite data and related services, (ii) participating in the provision of Tracking, Telemetry, and Command (TT&C) services, satellite operations, and monitoring services, to our partners, customers, and stakeholders. which include international space agencies and satellite operators. 

Key learning areas will include, but are not limited to: 

• Operate, maintain, and monitor antenna systems, Radio Frequency (RF), electronic, telecommunications, and computer hardware or software systems and equipment associated with satellite ground station operations.
• Participate in rendering specialized Tracking, Telemetry & Command (TT&C) launch support services to SLVs (Satellite launch vehicles) Transfer-Orbit Support (TOS), Launch and Early-Orbit Phase (LEOP), Emergency, In-Orbit Test (IOT) services, routine life-cycle support operations, etc.
• To conduct routine preventative maintenance and first-line reactive maintenance, to SANSA-owned or stakeholder or customer-owned systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• To participate in ad-hoc project work and the opportunity to work on, or add value to existing or new projects, systems, and processes.

Location: Hartebeesthoek       

Requirements

• S3/S4 Electronic Engineering qualification with good academic results specializing in telecommunications.
• Final year of studies and in search of P1 and P2 in-service training to complete the qualification.
• Satellite Technology coursework.
• Understanding of microwave principles, applications, and telecommunications.
• Proficient in the English language and good communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• Must be able to use both hands and have good vision.
• We are in a remote area with no access to public transport, applicants need to have a valid driver’s license and reliable transport to and from