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Exciting opportunity to shape the future of space at ESA, a leader in space exploration and commercialization
Overview
Salary
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Location
Harwell, UK - Regular travel required
Expires
Expires at anytime
The European Space Agency, Europe's premiere space hub, invites you to embark on a thrilling journey of space exploration and commercialisation. With an impressive budget set at 8.26 billion Euros for 2026, ESA is at the forefront of cosmic exploration...
Role Summary:
- Serve as a pivotal player in ESA's leadership as Director of Commercialisation and Industry Partnership.
- Contribute to ESA's global business development and scaling strategy.
- Oversee prominent projects such as ARTES 4.0 commercial partnership projects, the European Launcher Challenge, and more.
Role Requirements:
- 10+ years of executive-level experience in managing large-scale teams and programs.
- A Master's degree in a related domain and a deep understanding of the titan tech or space-related commercialisation.
- A robust network and sound knowledge of commercialisation challenges and opportunities.
Application Process Details:
- We welcome applications from nationals of ESA Member States fluent in English or French.
- Applicants must be able to obtain security clearance.
- To apply, feel free to reach out to us at directorsrecruitment@esa.int.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe's gateway to space. Our mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world. With an annual budget of 8.26 billion Euro in 2026, ESA is a leading force in space exploration and commercialisation.
The role: As the Director of Commercialisation and Industry Partnership, you will report directly to the Director General and contribute to ESA-wide management as a member of the ESA Executive Board. You will be responsible for the commercialisation and business development strategy of ESA, supporting the industrialisation and commercialisation of space products and services. This includes the development of integrated downstream applications and solutions, scaling up on global markets, and accessing investments and finance for the European space industry. You will oversee ARTES 4.0 commercial partnership projects, the European Launcher Challenge (ELC), Boost!, and ACCESS programmes, among others.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have more than 10 years’ experience in senior management positions at the executive level, managing teams and programmes of significant size in terms of budget and human resources, preferably in an international context. A master's degree in law, economics, business administration, or a technical domain is required. You should possess a well-established network and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities related to the commercialisation of technology- or space-related programmes.
Benefits: ESA offers a dynamic and international working environment, opportunities for personal and professional development, and a commitment to work-life balance. We actively work to ensure the well-being, motivation, training, and career progression of our workforce, fostering a spirit of initiative, transparency, information flow, and collaboration.
Applications details: Interested candidates must be nationals of ESA Member States and should be proficient in English or French. Knowledge of another Member State language is an asset. Applicants must be eligible to acquire security clearance. For further information and to apply, please contact [email removed - click apply for more details].
