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Applications are invited for the post of Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation The post is a full time and fixed term for 2 years The successful candidate will be part of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering team. The post holder will join the Oxford Space instrumentation group to support development of a clean room cryogenic high-vacuum testing facility for the Ariel space telescope mission, support the mechanical design and modelling of the Modular Infrared Molecules and Ices Sensor (MIRMIS) instrument and our contributions to multiple other planetary instruments. MIRMIS is a thermal infrared imaging instrument that Oxford is delivering for the ESA Comet Interceptor mission with additional channels contributed by VTT Finland. The post holder will work with the existing Oxford team to assist with development of mechanical and opto-mechanical design, produce manufacturing drawing, documentation and FEM analyses. Applicants should hold a Degree in physics, engineering, or related discipline with experience FEM structural and thermal analyses and an expert level at CAD. Candidates are expected to demonstrate that they can work within a team and have excellent communication and decision making skills. Previous experience in optical and opto-mechanical design will be an advantage. Please direct enquiries about the role to Neil Bowles (neil.bowles@physics.ox.ac.uk) Only applications received before midday (UK time) 18 March 2024 can be considered. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, CV and details of two referees as part of your online application.
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_________________________________________________________________________ Job Description and Selection Criteria Job title Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation Division Mathematical Physical and Life Sciences Department Physics Location Clarendon Laboratory, Parks Road, Oxford Grade and salary Grade 07S: £36,024- £44,263per annum Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term (24 months) Reporting to Keith Nowicki Vacancy reference 171509 Additional information Closing– midday on 18th March 2024 Research topic Planetary Science Principal Investigator / supervisor Neil Bowles Project team https://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/enterprise/services-and-specialistequipment/space-instruments Project web site https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/nasa-selects-new-scienceinvestigations-for-future-moon-deliveries https://www.cometinterceptor.space/ Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by NASA contracts and by the UK Space Agency (UKSA) The role The post holder will join the Oxford Space instrumentation group to support development of a clean room cryogenic high-vacuum testing facility for the Ariel space telescope mission, support the mechanical design and modelling of the Modular Infrared Molecules and Ices Sensor (MIRMIS) instrument and our contributions to multiple other planetary instruments. MIRMIS is a thermal infrared imaging instrument that Oxford is delivering for the ESA Comet Interceptor mission with additional channels contributed by VTT Finland. The post holder will work with the existing Oxford team to assist with development of mechanical and opto-mechanical design, produce manufacturing drawing, documentation and FEM analyses. Responsibilities • • • • • • • • • • • Support the mechanical and opto-mechanical design and development of the MIRMIS flight instrument Support the design, documentation and construction of the cryogenic, vacuum and clean room test facility for the Ariel mission Produce CAD models, manufacturing drawings and perform FEM analyses Support production of Product Assurance documentation for both instruments Support development of sub-systems for other space missions as they arise Ability to work as a team, attend project meetings Advice/involvement in developing conceptual ideas for further instruments/funding opportunities. Review system/sub-system requirements Provide independent oversight to other areas of the instrument development (i.e. through internal review) Develop technical documentation for review panels Participation in and giving presentations to reviews with funders (e.g. UK Space Agency) and external organisations (e.g. European Space Agency). Pre-employment screening All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration (so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities so that we can discuss appropriate adjustments with you), and a declaration of any unspent criminal convictions. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Selection criteria • Degree in physics, engineering, or related discipline • Evidence of contribution to development of scientific instrumentation • Expert level at CAD UPDATED Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation 2024.doc 2 • • • • • Extensive experience with FEM structural and thermal analyses Evidence of successful teamwork Communicating and relating to others (oral / written) Decision-making, problem-solving, planning and organising Analysis and research Desirable selection criteria • Experience of with optical and opto-mechanical design • Experience with vacuum and cryogenic systems, particularly for the testing of space instrumentation. • Experience with ECSS standards and documentation. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows: • Working at heights • Night working (11pm-6am) • Lone Working • Driving on University business • Regular manual handling • Work with any substance which has any of the following pictograms on their MSDS: Additional security pre-employment checks University security screening (eg identity checks) UPDATED Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation 2024.doc 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Physics Oxford Physics is one of the largest and most eminent departments in Europe – pursuing forefront research alongside training the next generation of leaders in Physics. With an academic staff of over one hundred our activities range from fundamental particles to the furthest reaches of the universe to manipulating matter on an atomic scale. Oxford physicists are probing new ways to harness solar energy, modelling the Earth's atmosphere to predict the future climate, exploring computation on the quantum scale and executing calculations that reveal the fundamental structure of space and time. Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics (AOPP) Sub-department The post-holder will be based in the AOPP sub-department, which is one of the six subdepartments that together make up the Department of Physics; these are Astrophysics, Atomic and Laser Physics, Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Particle Physics and Theoretical Physics, with a seventh function (Central Physics) providing administrative and technical support to these sub-departments. Members of all subdepartments take part in research, teaching and matters such as examinations, discussion of syllabi, lectures and liaison with undergraduates and postgraduate students. For more information please visit: http://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/ Mathematical, Physical & Life Sciences Division UPDATED Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation 2024.doc 4 The Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University of Oxford. The MPLS Division's 10 departments and 3 interdisciplinary units span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. Our research addresses major societal and technological challenges and is increasingly focused on key interdisciplinary issues. We collaborate closely with colleagues in Oxford across the medical sciences, social sciences and humanities, and with other universities, research organisations and industrial partners across the globe in pursuit of innovative research geared to address critical and fundamental scientific questions. For more information please visit: http://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/ Athena Swan Charter The Department of Physics holds a silver Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). UPDATED Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation 2024.doc 5 If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@physics.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. UPDATED Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation 2024.doc 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. UPDATED Mechanical Engineer in Space Instrumentation 2024.doc 7
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