Very High Resolution
Pubblicato il 15-08-2026 - European Space Agency - ESA in Frascati
Very High Resolution (VHR) Data Solutions Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 20818
Date Posted: 31 July 2026
Closing Date: 31 August 2026 23:59 CET/CEST
Publication: Internal & External
Type of Appointment: Fixed-Term
Directorate: Earth Observation Programmes
Workplace:
Frascati, IT
Grade Band: A2 - A4
This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years. Depending upon performance and organisational needs, the appointment may be extended up to a possible maximum duration of 8 years.
LocationESRIN, Frascati, Italy
DescriptionIn the context of various EU and ESA programmes, including Copernicus, Earthnet and emerging programme elements currently under definition, you will be responsible for driving innovation and supporting the definition and implementation of activities aimed at ensuring the seamless integration, exploitation and management of Third Party Mission (TPM) data, with a particular focus on commercial Earth observation (EO) data sources.
Particular emphasis will be placed on the evolving European EO data service ecosystem and the increasing use of Very High Resolution (VHR) EO data.
You will support the coordination of Copernicus Contributing Mission (CCM) activities implemented by ESA's Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes and funded under the EU Copernicus Programme. This includes contributing to the definition and implementation of future CCM evolutions, ensuring alignment with emerging user needs, technological developments and European policy objectives.
In addition, you will support the coordination and definition of the next cycle of ESA’s Earthnet programme element, contributing to the preparation and implementation of future programme proposals and new EO-related initiatives in view of ESA’s next Council meeting at ministerial level and subsequent programme developments.
Furthermore, you will support the definition, coordination and implementation of additional VHR data procurement and service solutions addressing both interna