Head of the Technology and Products Division

We are looking for a Head of the Technology and Products Division in the Systems, Strategic Programme Lines and Technology Department, Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications (D/CSC).

The Role: You will be reporting to the Head of the Systems, Strategic Programme Lines and Technology Department. Your responsibilities will include management of the ARTES Core Competitiveness Generic Programme Line, coordination of the development of non-generic satellite technologies and products under the ARTES Core Competitiveness (CC) Programme Line, and management of the ESA team, among others. You will also be responsible for identifying, assessing, managing and reporting the health and safety risks in your area of responsibility.

Job Requirements: You should have a master’s degree in an engineering discipline. Proven experience of leading, motivating and developing a team is required. You should also have the ability to provide strategic direction to individuals and teams and to relate team objectives to the overall, evolving organisational goals and context. Knowledge of satellite telecommunications research and development activities, the satellite telecommunications market and related space industry, and procurement processes and rules is also required.

Benefits: We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged. We also seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace.

Application Details: Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations. During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.

Please note that applications can only be considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.