Data Handling Engineer

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Other denominations

Data acquisition engineer Satellite systems engineer Satellite data transmission engineer

Description

These professionals work as part of artificial satellite projects which incorporate applications that aim to offer various services: navigation, communications, meteorology or remote sensing satellites, among others. There are two key parts of these space projects: the on-board segment (the software part installed on the satellite) and the ground segment. The Data Handling Engineer or data acquisition engineer is responsible for designing the communication protocols or drivers between the satellites' different hardware and software components. They are also responsible for defining the communication protocols and designing the necessary technological applications that allow the on-board segment to communicate with the ground segment once the satellite is in space.

Tasks

Organise logical processing system or subsystems in the production of designs for functional communication between the different components of the satellite: design protocols and drivers for the satellite's components, and design the communication protocols, to establish communication between the on-board and ground segments.
Design the solutions defined in the functional analysis phase, by using the most suitable IT technology, depending on the case in question (CC, C++. ADA).
They are responsible for designing the test plans, as well as coordinating the test phase and the supervision of the tests. Ensure that the system works properly, in line with the functional specifications.
Undertake tuning of the system before moving on to the operational phase.
Take responsibility for writing the technical specifications of both the protocols and the interfaces and drivers. They are also responsible for drafting the necessary technical documentation to develop the integration software for the different components (satellites, on-board equipment and computers supporting the ground segment).

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What do you need?

Training

Regulated training and graduates

No single specialised qualification is required in order to embark on a career in this area. Several different qualifications can prepare you for this position. These include:

Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes audiovisuals
Grau: Enginyeria electrònica de telecomunicació
Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes TIC
Grau: Enginyeria en geoinformació i geomàtica
Grau: Enginyeria informàtica
Grau: Enginyeria informàtica de gestió i sistemes d'informació
Grau: Informàtica i serveis
Grau: Enginyeria de sistemes de telecomunicació
Grau: Enginyeria de xarxes de telecomunicació
Grau: Tecnologies de telecomunicació

Complementary training

Knowledge of the most commonly used programming languages used in this field: ADA, C, C ++, Embedded visual C++. Knowledge of the UNIX and LINUX operating systems.

Other specific skills

It is important for candidates to have experience with real-time operating systems such as VXWORKS, which are widely used in the aerospace sector. Knowledge of RUP (Rational Unified Process) methodology for requirement and traceability management. This methodology is based on iterative development, requirement management, the use of component-based architectures, visual modelling, the continued verification of quality and change control.

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Experience

Experience identifying the elements used in satellites' basic software and different operating systems. They should also be familiar with space communication systems. Ideally, these professionals should have experience in the field of digital and analogue electronics, knowledge of standard communication protocols and experience building systems architecture.

Soft skills

Analytical thought: Level 3

Creativity: Level 2

Orientation within reach: Level 3

Concern for order and quality: Level 4

Communication: Level 2

Planning and organisation: Level 2

Conceptual thought: Level 2

Learning and use of knowledge: Level 1

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Interests

New technologies

People who show an interest in this field are motivated by the development and advanced use of new technologies in any of their applications (software, hardware, telecommunications) from an innovative perspective and in accordance with the continuous updates of technologies, programmes and equipment that appear on the market. The design, installation, management and maintenance of computer systems and new technologies are activities specific to this field.

Technician

People who show an interest in the technical field find fulfilment in carrying out activities related to the design and manufacture of objects, machines, vehicles and/or infrastructures. These activities require the application of scientific and technical knowledge (laws of physics, calculations and mathematical formulas, properties of the materials, etc). Creativity is also necessary when coming up with optimal solutions for the functional requirements of the products to be designed. Therefore, the pragmatic application of scientific knowledge in order to develop solutions for the benefit of human beings is the main function of occupations in the technical field.

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Work hours
Full-time
Salary
Ranges from 22.636 to 34.798 euros per annum gross, depending on experience. Median: 28.066 euros annum gross.

Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.
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Technician

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ITC

The Information and Communication (ICT) sub-industry is a key industry in Barcelona and Catalonia, both in itself and on account of the impact it has on improving business competitiveness. Catalonia is home to a fourth of all ICT companies in Spain. The core of ICT activities in Catalonia and Barcelona is focussed mainly on a web of SMEs which seek to offer ICT services and develop high-quality software. Even so, the city is increasingly attracting major ICT firms offering highly specialised services. The ICT industry is structured around the intensive and extensive application of information technologies and telecommunications throughout all aspects of life and the economy. It employs a wide variety of professional profiles, all connected to the main areas of this sub-industry: infrastructure, digital solutions and technical support.

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Sectorial testimony: Joaquim Minguella

Joaquim Minguella, professor of production technologies in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the UPC, explains which profiles are most in demand in the manufacturing industry and 4.0 sector and what skills and knowledge professionals should have.

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Sectorial testimony: Marta Vallés

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Sectorial testimony: Josep Paradells

Josep Paradells, professor at the UPC and director of the i2CAT Foundation, talks about the importance of ICTs in the future of the sector, how they will transform the work of professionals in this area and what are the new skills required.

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Jornada sectorial: Economia digital - Jordi Arrufí

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Author: Barcelona Activa
Date of issue: 22-01-2024

https://treball.barcelonactiva.cat/infografies/en/ecosistema/tic.html

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Date of issue: 15-01-2023

https://treball.barcelonactiva.cat/infografies/en/timeline/itc.html

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