Secure Connectivity Preparatory Evolution Activities Study Manager

ESA

Noordwijk, Netherlands
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
Satellite system design and development experience
Management of industrial technical reviews
Ground segment delivery and security accreditation
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Secure Connectivity Preparatory Evolution Activities Study Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of preparatory activities for the EU Secure Connectivity Programme in Noordwijk, Netherlands. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in satellite systems, project management, and stakeholder coordination, with a focus on enhancing the EU IRIS² system

Job Summary

  • This role leads the definition of evolution roadmaps for the EU IRIS² system to serve as a communication backbone for future European governmental initiatives.
  • The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary ESA teams across Communications, Earth Observation, and Navigation to mature prospective mission evolution scenarios.
  • Responsibilities include overseeing feasibility studies, trade-off analyses, and ensuring compliance with ESA programme commitments and IRIS² Concession Agreement.

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The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Secure Connectivity Preparatory Evolution Activities Study Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of preparatory activities for the EU Secure Connectivity Programme in Noordwijk, Netherlands. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in satellite systems, project management, and stakeholder coordination, with a focus on enhancing the EU IRIS² system.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Satellite system design and development experience
  • Management of industrial technical reviews
  • Ground segment delivery and security accreditation
  • Procurement approach definition and execution
  • Multi-disciplinary team leadership in space sector

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with commercial telecommunications companies
  • Public speaking and complex idea conceptualization
  • Knowledge of public-private partnership projects
  • Direct interaction with European Commission at senior level

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in relevant domain plus 4 years experience
  • Eligibility for European or US export control access
  • Eligible to acquire national security clearance
  • Nationality from specific ESA Member States or Canada
  • Good knowledge of English or French required

Work Rights

Must be national of listed ESA Member State or Canada

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