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Lead the future of European satellite projects as Head of the GEO Satellites Programme Office at the European Space Agency (ESA).
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Salary
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Location
Noordwijk, NL
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
As part of the European Space Agency, an innovative authority in space exploration, this role provides an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge satellite projects. Join the creative team at the heart of ESA's pioneerng work on Connectivity and Secure Communications.
Role Summary
- Lead and implement all satellite projects within the GEO Satellites Programme Office.
- Initiate new GEO satellite projects, closely coordinating with relevant departments within ESA.
- Oversee the design, development, manufacturing, testing and launch up to in-orbit commissioning of the space segment.
- Manage stakeholder coordination with European operators, system integrators, and member state delegations.
- Enact the role of the cornerstone of CSC centre of competence for industrialisation, working directly with the industry.
Role Requirements
- Applicants must hold a master's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline.
- Extensive experience in managing multimodal space programmes is highly desirable.
- Prior involvement in public-private partnership projects and managing teams.
- The ability to provide strategic direction and drive performance within the team is crucial.
Application Process Details
- ESA is an equal opportunity employer - individuals from all ESA Member States can apply.
- Proficiency in English is required.
- The recruitment process might include selection tests and background screening according to ESA's security procedures.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Head of the GEO Satellites Programme Office, located at ESTEC in Noordwijk, Netherlands. This role is pivotal within the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications, where you will report to the Head of the Satellite Programmes Department (CSC-P).
The role: As the Head of the GEO Satellites Programme Office, you will be responsible for the implementation of all satellite projects assigned to the GEO Satellites Programme Office. This includes initiating new GEO satellite projects in close coordination with relevant entities within the Systems, Strategic Programme Lines, and Technology Department (CSC-S) and the Secure Connectivity Programme Department (CSC-I). Your duties will involve coordinating matrix support from other ESA directorates and the ESA Security Office, and running the CSC centre of competence for industrialisation in close interaction with industry.
Job requirements: Your tasks will include supporting Phase 0/A/B1 activities for new projects, managing the initiation of Phase B2/C/D/E activities, and overseeing the design, development, manufacturing, testing, and launch up to in-orbit commissioning of the space segment. Additionally, you will manage stakeholder coordination with European operators, system integrators, and Member State delegations, among others.
Benefits: This position offers a 4-year appointment, extendable to an indefinite duration based on performance. You will be supported by staff from the Business Control and Programme Management Support Office for programme and project control, and from the Product Assurance and Safety Office for programme and project PA&S functions.
Applications details: Applicants must hold a master's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline and have solid experience in managing complex space programmes. Experience in public-private partnership projects and managing teams is highly desirable. The ability to provide strategic direction and drive performance within the team is crucial.
Additional: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications are open to nationals from ESA Member States, and knowledge of English is required. The recruitment process may include selection tests and background screening in compliance with ESA's security procedures.
