Novamoon Project Manager

ESACC

Noordwijk, Netherlands
On-site
Project management of space missions
Esa and industrial cost/schedule
Space systems engineering
Manage the NovaMoon project throughout mission phases B to E, ensuring the implementation of the design, development, manufacturing and testing of the NovaMoon payload builds and relevant ground segment

Job Summary

  • Manage the NovaMoon project throughout mission phases B to E, ensuring the implementation of the design, development, manufacturing and testing of the NovaMoon payload builds and relevant ground segment.
  • NovaMoon is a demonstrator mission to deploy the first lunar-based differential, geodetic, and timing station operating on the Moon’s surface, enabling high-precision lunar navigation and supporting scientific experimentation.
  • Lead the NovaMoon Project Team within ESA, coordinating with partner agencies like NASA and JAXA, and ensuring clear task allocation, effective coordination, and supervision of activities.

Matching Summary

Manage the NovaMoon project throughout mission phases B to E, ensuring the implementation of the design, development, manufacturing and testing of the NovaMoon payload builds and relevant ground segment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Project management of space missions
  • ESA and industrial cost/schedule
  • Space systems engineering
  • Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)
  • Lunar PNT initiatives
  • International partner coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Team leadership and motivation
  • Customer-focused approach
  • Proactive risk management
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • International experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or Bachelor's degree with 4 additional years of experience
  • 4 years of relevant professional experience
  • Eligibility for security clearance
  • National of ESA Member State or Canada

Work Rights

National of ESA Member State or Canada

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