Spaceport Infrastructure Project Lead

ESA

Kourou, France
On-site
Managing complex engineering projects
Ground segment systems experience
Space industry operational infrastructure
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Spaceport Infrastructure Project Lead to oversee infrastructure-related activities at Europe's spaceport in French Guiana. The role involves managing complex engineering projects, ensuring compliance and coordination among multiple stakeholders, and contributing to infrastructure modernization

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting the transformation of Europe's spaceport in French Guiana into a diverse ecosystem with multiple operators sharing assets.
  • You will act as ESA's technical interface with CNES, industrial contractors, and launch service providers to ensure infrastructure availability and compliance.
  • The position requires managing a portfolio of ground segment activities including infrastructure upgrades, maintenance, and long-term master planning.

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The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Spaceport Infrastructure Project Lead to oversee infrastructure-related activities at Europe's spaceport in French Guiana. The role involves managing complex engineering projects, ensuring compliance and coordination among multiple stakeholders, and contributing to infrastructure modernization.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Managing complex engineering projects
  • Ground segment systems experience
  • Space industry operational infrastructure
  • Financial assessment and ROI analysis
  • Launcher and payload preparation knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • People management experience
  • International work experience
  • Diverse functional area experience
  • Strong leadership capabilities
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 5 years relevant professional experience
  • Eligible for security clearance
  • Nationality from specific ESA member states or Canada
  • Good knowledge of English or French

Work Rights

Must be national of listed ESA Member States or Canada

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