Copernicus Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography Project Manager

European Space Agency

Noordwijk, NL
On-site
15 years relevant professional experience
Master's degree in relevant domain
Space system development knowledge
The role involves managing the end-to-end procurement and technical implementation of the Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography Project from Phase B2 through E1

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing the end-to-end procurement and technical implementation of the Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography Project from Phase B2 through E1.
  • Candidates must possess a Master's degree and at least 15 years of relevant professional experience in space projects or equivalent qualifications.
  • The position requires representing the project to ESA technical authorities while ensuring health and safety risks are effectively managed within the team.

Matching Summary

The role involves managing the end-to-end procurement and technical implementation of the Sentinel-3 Next Generation Topography Project from Phase B2 through E1.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15 years relevant professional experience
  • Master's degree in relevant domain
  • Space system development knowledge
  • ESA and industrial procurement processes
  • Complex project schedule and risk management
  • Team leadership and people management

Nice-to-have

  • International experience outside home country
  • Experience in diverse functional areas
  • Knowledge of Member State languages
  • Forward thinking and continuous improvement
  • Strategic direction setting capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 15 years professional experience
  • Eligible for European/US export control access
  • Nationality restricted to ESA Member States and Canada
  • People management experience mandatory

Work Rights

Must be national of Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, Canada, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, or Slovakia

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