Job Description

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.zaSANSA 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 learning opportunities exist in SANSA, to be filled by individuals with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, and qualifications.Reporting to the Operations Manager, the trainee in this role will be provided with practical 1 and 2 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) 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 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.

• 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 drivers license and reliable transport to and from work.

Should you meet the above requirements, please upload your detailed CV, and apply on: Current Opportunities (mcidirecthire.com)DisclaimerDue to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should a candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavour to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with SANSA Employment Equity plans. SANSA reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.Background verification, including criminal record, credit checks, security clearances, lifestyle audit, qualifications, citizenship checks, as well as competency assessment and psychometric testing, may form part of the selection process. By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent that SANSA can collect, process, and share their Personal Information (PI) for verification, assessments, and employment purposes only.

The South African National Space Agency