Project Manager

Can you imagine leading space solutions that connect people, monitor the Earth, or explore the universe? At Thales Alenia Space, that’s just the beginning.

Our client is a global joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), with over 40 years of experience developing cutting-edge space technologies for telecommunications, navigation, exploration, defense, science, and environmental monitoring.

In Spain, they are a technological leader, with over 1,200 employees and an annual turnover exceeding €320 million, exporting 40% of their production to the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America.

Now, we’re looking for an Project Manager  who wants to make a lasting impact — on Earth and far beyond.

 

The project manager will be responsible for planning, overseeing and leading projects from ideation through to completion. This is a senior role that requires interaction with a range of internal and external stakeholders, most often managing several moving project parts simultaneously. Projects will be any in the company portfolio : RF units for Telecom satellites, Units devoted to communicate and control the satellites, Digital on board processing units, Ground segment for spacecraft control and associated tests means.

We are seeking multi-skilled and highly capable candidates, able to lead teams in situations and under pressure. The Space sector is a highly specialized one, and therefore strong communications skills vs stakeholders is a must.

Project Manager roles and responsibilities

As a role that focuses on completing a project as efficiently and promptly as possible, we expect the following duties and responsibilities to be carried out :

• Ensuring projects meet costs & deadlines
• Managing project progress and adapt work as required
• Managing relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Leading risk & opportunities identification all along the program
• Designing risk mitigation plan. Securing opportunities when initiating new projects
• Conducting project review and creating detailed reports for executive staff
• Coordinating staff and internal resources
• Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project documentation
• Managing large and diverse teams
• Leading project planning sessions
• Optimising and improving processes and the overall approach where necessary
• Participating in tender process i.e. design, submission and review

Project Manager qualification and requirements

A great Project Manager usually has five or more years’ experience, and one or several formal qualifications in any of the following fields:

• Engineering

• Business or Business Administration

• Knowledge or experience in the aerospace sector

Additionally, candidate should possess high levels of the below skills to perform well in the role:

• Written and verbal communication skills (English compulsory, other languages would be a plus)
• Capacity to manage high stress situations
• Ability to multi-task and manage various project elements simultaneously
• Leadership skills
• Big-picture thinking and vision
• Conflict resolution skills
• Attention to detail
• Financial basics

We will consider being in possession of a certificate of disability.

 

Why Join Thales Alenia Space?

• Because they offer careers, not just jobs, with real growth opportunities.
• Because they see space as the new frontier for building a better, more sustainable world.
• Because they operate in 10 countries, with 17 centers in Europe and a facility in the USA, promoting international mobility.
• Because they offer an attractive benefits package and invest in their people.
• Because they are truly committed to innovation, talent, and continuous development.