Navigation and Positioning Officer - 2 Posts at Kenya Space Agency

Person Specifications (Education, Experience & Competencies)

• Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Remote Sensing, Geographical Information Science, Geo-Spatial Engineering, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Control and Instrumentation, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and implementing policies, guidelines, and standards on navigation and positioning systems;
• Undertaking assessments and preliminary evaluations of national reference frameworks and positioning infrastructure;
• Implementing initiatives such as search & rescue and disaster risk reduction, through technical inputs and field data;
• Undertaking quality assurance processes and reporting on performance of positioning services and products;
• Monitoring application of navigation technologies and assisting in identifying areas for improvement or innovation;
• Generating basic reports and proposals for revenue generation or strategic collaboration; and
• Compiling and organizing technical inputs for research and innovation in positioning systems.