Engineer for geodetic GNSS Networks and Geodetic Network Infrastructure in Greenland - DTU Space

DTU Space is looking for an engineer with a geodetic background for technical development and maintenance of permanent GNSS stations primarily in Greenland. The network consists of about sixty stations and a major part of these have autonomous solar power systems and data transmission via satellite communications. The stations are serviced yearly from helicopter-based expeditions during periods of 4-6 weeks, primarily in July, August and/or September. Conditions may be challenging at times. 

The job

You will work with technical design, testing and deployment of installations in Greenland. Fieldwork also includes geodetic terrestrial measurements between different sensors like GNSS antennas and sensors for monitoring ocean tide, meteorology etc. The job will further include operational monitoring of the performance of the stations and preparations for the next operations and maintenance field trip.

Design and development of stations is based on requirements from the government administration in the Kingdom of Denmark as well as obligations towards the international scientific community. The GNET network is owned by the Agency of Data Supply and Infrastructure (SDFI). All activities regarding GNET are coordinated with SDFI.

Similar development, fieldwork and consultancy in other geodetic application areas may also apply to the position. Currently, scintillation receivers and sea level gauge instruments are a part of the team’s tasks. 

The position is affiliated with the division for Geodesy and Earth Observation and under the research group “Geodynamics” working with changes and modelling of the solid Earth, ice sheets and oceans. 

Our expectations of you

You must be an engineer or technician with knowledge about geophysics, geodesy, GNSS and geodetic GNSS and have practical skills. We expect that you have a background and/or are interested in learning skills within the following topics:

• Geodetic type GNSS receivers
• GNSS data formats
• Processing of GNSS data using scientific software
• Geodetic terrestrial levelling and triangulation
• Data quality test and monitoring
• Technical design of permanent GNSS stations
• Testing of power- and data communication systems
• Fieldwork under primitive and challenging conditions
• Helicopter/fixed wing logistics planning
• Safety procedures under field work

What we offer in return

We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with the focus on research, teaching, innovation and scientific advice for the benefit of the surrounding society. We place emphasis on a high level of professionalism among our staff, so skills development is an integral part of our organization. We offer great flexibility in the position. In the area of technical and natural sciences, DTU is one of the leading technical research and education institutions in Europe.

Salary and appointment terms

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The position is a full-time position. Starting date is May 1st, 2024 (or according to mutual agreement). 

Application and contact

Please submit your online application no later than 22 March 2024.

Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates. 

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Thomas Nylen on +45 50 29 60 96, email: thonyspace.dtu.dk

 or Bo Madsen on +45 40 15 22 76, email: bmspace.dtu.dk

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Learn more about the division here: https://www.space.dtu.dk/english/research-divisions/geodesy-and-earth-observation

. And about DTU Space here: https://www.space.dtu.dk

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Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

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DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.