Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years of history in the space sector, Serco is well-placed to contribute to national strategies and New Space ventures looking to scale their businesses/organizations with skilled talent.
Serco has made significant contributions at ESA's European Space Operations Centre (ESOC) in Darmstadt, supporting a wide range of space missions and projects. Serco provides essential engineering, technical, and management services, playing a key role in logistics and operational support for missions. Their expertise in spacecraft operations, ground systems, and data processing has earned them recognition, including 'Best in Domain' awards from ESA. Their long-standing partnership with ESA reflects their commitment to excellence and innovation in the space sector, ensuring successful mission outcomes and advancing space exploration.
On behalf of our customer the European Space Agency, we are looking for a
PFMS Database Administrator (OPS Directorate - ERP Tool). You will be working on-site at the ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany. Your mission is to ensure the maintenance, evolution, and accessibility of the OPS Directorate ERP tool (PFMS), supporting resource planning, forecasting, and management processes, as well as providing helpdesk and training support to users.
Responsibilities
- Administering and maintaining the PFMS system, ensuring the evolution of the ERP tool in line with business and corporate needs
- Supporting the integration of external Excel files into the OPS ERP system for procurement planning
- Managing synchronization between the PFMS system and external Excel files for data input and output
- Assisting in the development and extension of the OPS ERP dashboards for comprehensive reporting and resource management
- Evaluating and interfacing the OPS ERP system with ESA's Data Factory to improve data integration and reporting
- Providing support for establishing and verifying full cost plans and assisting with contractual implementations
- Collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the correct execution of the procurement and resource planning processes
- Developing, extending, and aligning corporate dashboards with OPS-specific analysis and reporting requirements
- Offering helpdesk support and training to users, ensuring smooth utilization of the PFMS system
Profile
- Strong experience in database administration and ERP tool management
- Proficiency in Oracle, SQL queries, Power BI, and Power queries
- Solid background in data analytics, with the ability to create and manage dashboards for comprehensive reporting
- Experience with the integration of external tools such as Excel into ERP systems
- Familiarity with ESA business processes, especially SAP SRM and ESA contractual frameworks
- Experience working in international teams and liaising with diverse stakeholders
- Knowledge of Microsoft Azure/Synapse Analytics is an asset
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
- Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment
Nice To Have
- Experience with the PFMS system or similar OPS ERP tools
- Expertise in corporate data sources, Datalake, or Data Factory environments
- Knowledge of ESA's procurement processes and financial planning systems
On Offer
- Relocation allowance: including a one-way flight ticket, transportation from the airport to a temporary hotel, and one month of paid accommodation while securing permanent housing
- Hybrid working model
- 50% subvention on Deutschland ticket
- Gym membership discount
- Participation in pension and health scheme
- 30 days of holiday
Relocation:
Darmstadt, Germany, offers a central location in Europe, making it an ideal base for travel and business within the EU. Major cities are well-connected by road, rail, and air, with Frankfurt Airport being one of Europe's busiest and most well-connected airports, facilitating easy international travel.
Serco GMBH offers relocation support for all EU passport holders that are planning to relocate to Germany and work for ESOC.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Serco GMBH is based on a culture where every voice is heard, and every employee feels valued. Working together as one team, we can enhance the experience of our people and teams, improve the value of our solutions to better serve the missions of our customers, and make an impact in our world.
About Serco
Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the likes of ESA, CNES, EUMETSAT, EUSPA, ASI and NASA. We offer space capabilities across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies across Europe and the globe We work within the heart of the space sector so understand the challenges our customers face. When it comes to recruitment we are experts in sourcing the very best talent within space engineering, earth observation, satellite communications and cyber security. We have placed hundreds of people from post graduates through to C-suite executives into space agencies, satellite operators, manufacturers, system integrators, consultancies, earth observation/remote sensing, launch providers and much more.
