Director of Satellite Programs

il y a 1 mois

Toulouse, France Etinars Temps plein

**WHO WE ARE**
- **Etinars** is a values-focused company with multi-year experience, specialized in the **recruitment of professionals** for niche markets - managing **the full-life cycle** of specialist and executive level hires.
- At Edda, we genuinely care about **who you are and what you need**.
- We place great emphasis on fostering robust, enduring **connections** built upon **trust and transparency**.
- Our approach ensures a **swift journey**, leading you hand in hand towards **signing** your next career step.

**WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR**

**Director of Satellite Programs**:

- Space Missions Leadership**

Join a leading European space technology company at the forefront of satellite research, development, and operations. In this **leadership role**, you will oversee two **major satellite programs**: the **procurement of a GEO telecommunication satellite** and the **development of an 8-unit remote sensing satellite constellation**. You will be responsible for navigating complex technical, contractual, and operational challenges, ensuring successful program delivery and expanding future project pipelines.
This role requires a seasoned leader with a strong background in **spacecraft program management** and the ability to manage high-stakes programs in collaboration with **international stakeholders**.

**YOUR TASKS**

As a **Director of Satellite Programs**, you will be responsible for:

- **GEO Satellite Procurement**: Leading all programmatic aspects of the **GEO satellite project**, ensuring contractual compliance and managing milestones from **negotiations and contracting through to in-orbit delivery**.
- **Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation**: Overseeing the **HULEO program** (8-unit satellite constellation), ensuring smooth coordination between space segments, ground segments, **operations**, and **data analytics**.
- **Stakeholder Management**: Serving as the primary point of contact for **government and commercial stakeholders**, ensuring their requirements are met while maintaining strong relationships.
- **Cross-functional Leadership**: Harmonizing efforts between **portfolio companies and subcontractors**, ensuring timely execution and alignment with technical requirements.
- **Risk and Opportunity Management**: Continuously identifying and managing risks and opportunities to ensure project success and implementing proactive strategies.
- **Strategic Expansion**: Leading the expansion of the **company’s project pipeline**, building on expertise developed in the GEO and LEO satellite programs.
- **Program Documentation**: Ensuring comprehensive documentation of all **technical and contractual aspects** and overseeing regular reviews and updates.
- **International Collaboration**: Working closely with international suppliers and partners, requiring periodic travel to ensure cohesive execution and stakeholder engagement.

**YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**

To be successful in this role, you will need:

- **Experience**: At least **10+ years of program management** experience in **GEO/LEO spacecraft programs** or similarly complex satellite projects.
- **Technical Expertise**: Strong understanding of **spacecraft program delivery**, including manufacturing, integration, and testing. Familiarity with **electro-optical, SAR, and telecommunication mission technologies**.
- **Project Management Skills**: Demonstrated ability to **lead teams** through complex program phases, ensuring delivery on time and within budget while meeting or exceeding technical specifications.
- **Leadership and Coordination**: Experience managing **cross-functional teams** across different geographical locations and coordinating efforts among suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- **Problem Solving**: Ability to resolve complex technical and programmatic challenges while maintaining a proactive approach to risk mitigation.
- **Communication Skills**: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders, from engineers to government officials.
- **Educational Background**: A **Master’s or PhD** in **Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering**, or a related technical field. Knowledge of **ECCS** and **ISO 9001** and **EN/AS 9100** standards.
- **Language**: Fluency in **English** is required.

**EXTRA INFORMATION**
- **Permanent employment contract** with a leading European space company.
- **Salary range**: € 100K -120K+ annual gross
- Opportunity to work on **groundbreaking satellite programs** with major global stakeholders.
- **Flexible work environment** with opportunities for travel and international collaboration.
- **Location and teleworking option**: Budapest, Hungary. Possibility to work two weeks on-site in **Budapest** and two weeks remotely from home, with **expenses covered by the company**. The ideal scenario is to have someone **100% based in Budapest**.
- Competitive compensation package with premium benefits.
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