The WIVERN project is the 11th Earth Explorer Mission, designed to deliver global observations of the three-dimensional wind field, cloud and precipitation structures, sea ice, snow, and ocean surface currents
Job Summary
The WIVERN project is the 11th Earth Explorer Mission, designed to deliver global observations of the three-dimensional wind field, cloud and precipitation structures, sea ice, snow, and ocean surface currents.
Responsibilities include end-to-end procurement and technical management of the WIVERN implementation (Phases B1/B2/C/D/E1) for space and ground segments, managing industrial contracts, and interfacing with industry.
The role requires managing ESA WIVERN Project Teams, ensuring information flow, and identifying, assessing, managing, and reporting health and safety risks.
Matching Summary
The WIVERN project is the 11th Earth Explorer Mission, designed to deliver global observations of the three-dimensional wind field, cloud and precipitation structures, sea ice, snow, and ocean surface currents.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Space system development and PA standards
Space projects instrumentation and operations
ESA and industrial development processes
Industrial costs and schedule aspects
Complex project risk management
Nice-to-have
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
Key Requirements
Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with 4 years additional experience
10 years of relevant professional experience
Proven experience leading and developing a team
Excellent leadership, relationship management, and communication skills
Ability to provide strategic direction and drive performance
Eligibility to access export-controlled information