Senior Program Manager

SatixFy

Farnborough, United Kingdom

We are seeking a highly skilled Program Manager to lead multi-disciplinary R&D projects encompassing ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) design, hardware (HW) development, and software (SW) development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex projects, extensive experience in the aerospace and defense industry, particularly with ESA (European Space Agency) programs, and a proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget. The role will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineers, scientists, and stakeholders, to drive innovation and deliver cutting-edge solutions for space applications.

Job description

As a senior program manager, you will work closely with the engineering manager and lead cross functional engineering efforts delivering cutting edge systems for the satellite communication market. You will work with industry experts and teams, coordinating work done in house and at external vendors.
Project management – from inception to completion, including project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting. Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure project milestones are achieved within defined timelines and budget constraints. Consolidate plans of different engineering departments, external vendors and suppliers.
Cross-functional Collaboration – Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including ASIC designers, hardware engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders, to drive project success. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment to facilitate communication, knowledge sharing, and problem-solving across disciplines.
Customer Engagement – Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, including ESA and other external stakeholders, throughout the project lifecycle. Engage with customers to understand their requirements, expectations, and feedback, and provide regular updates on project progress, milestones, and deliverables. Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and technical briefings to communicate project status, achievements, and recommendations to customers and stakeholders.
Risk Management – Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and uncertainties to minimize the impact on project outcomes. Proactively identify potential roadblocks, dependencies, and resource constraints and develop contingency plans and mitigation strategies to address them effectively.

Requirements

Proven track record of leading complex technology projects in the field of HW or SW design.
10+ years of experience in program management.
Demonstrated experience with ESA programs and familiarity with ESA standards, processes, and procedures highly desirable.
Background in Satellite industry/Aviation industry/Networking industry – an advantage
R&D background – an advantage.
BSc/Master in engineering or MBA.
Strong time-management skills, organizational skills, problem solving and escalation skills.
Clear and concise communication skill.
Team player.
Ability to work in high demanding and dynamic environment.

Apply Now

Don't forget to mention Space-Careers when applying.

Share this Job