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.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 opportunity exists in SANSA Space Operations in Hartebeesthoek

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to be filled by an individual with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, and qualifications.

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Ground Segment Manager will be responsible for managing the radio frequency and electronic infrastructure, and delivery of services and products to all clients, ensuring the alignment of the Technical Support Plan with clients as per contract specifications on time and budget with the overall programme strategy. This role manages the Ground Segment Team, focusing on the repair, maintenance, and optimization of Satellite Ground Segment systems and related infrastructure. The job also requires communication on all technical matters related to the job on a 24/7/365 basis with clients and contract requirements.



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




Develop, implement, and monitor the Technical Support Plan Develop, maintain, and enhance a maintenance management system for SO Antennas and all related Systems Design & Management Collaboration with Genhouse Maintenance and Project Office Budget Management and Procurement Reporting and Monitoring Stakeholder and Customer Management Human Capital Development (HCD)


The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications and experience:




Postgraduate BSc Engineering or B.Eng Electronics or RF M.Eng advantageous Minimum of 10 years' experience in antenna (TT&C) and satellite systems repairs and maintenance, of which at least 5 years should be management experience Computer skills (MS Office, Access database, C++, python, LabView, javascript programming language) A valid drivers license

Should you meet the above requirements, please upload your detailed CV, and apply on:

www.sansa.org.za

Disclaimer


Due 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 records, credit checks, security clearances, qualifications, and citizenship checks, as well as competency assessment and psychometric testing, shall 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.