Space Weather Project Manager

ESACC

Darmstadt, DE, Germany
On-site
Space/ground system development
Project risk management
Esa procurement processes
This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years, potentially extendable up to 8 years depending on performance and organisational needs

Job Summary

  • This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years, potentially extendable up to 8 years depending on performance and organisational needs.
  • The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team including ESA colleagues and industrial contractors to develop space weather capability for the Belgian defence sector.
  • ESA is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, ethnicity, disability, or other characteristics.

Matching Summary

This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years, potentially extendable up to 8 years depending on performance and organisational needs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Space/ground system development
  • Project risk management
  • ESA procurement processes
  • Space Weather system knowledge
  • Defence and dual-use systems
  • Multidisciplinary team leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills
  • International team collaboration
  • Customer focused approach
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Forward thinking
  • Continuous improvement

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in engineering or scientific discipline
  • Relevant professional experience in space/ground project implementation
  • Ability to manage individuals or expert teams
  • Good knowledge of English or French
  • Nationality from ESA member states or Canada

Work Rights

Must be national of ESA member states or Canada

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