Head of Satellite AIT - Lead Hybrid Space Projects

Thales Alenia Space; Tres Cantos; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Canteen on site

Hybrid work plan

Annual bonus

Pension plan

Wellness program

Profit sharing

Job summary

Thales Alenia Space in Madrid Tres Cantos seeks an experienced Head of Department – AIT to lead and develop our AIT team, ensuring successful satellite assembly, integration and testing in line with quality, cost, schedule and performance objectives.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field, plus proven satellite AIT/AIV experience and strong leadership. Hybrid work, annual bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in satellite AIT/AIV activities within the space industry.
• Strong leadership, planning and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and organize the AIT team, ensuring adequate resources, skills and performance.
• Oversee satellite assembly, integration, functional testing and environmental test campaigns.
• Ensure AIT activities meet program milestones, budgets and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, configuration management, traceability and non-conformance management.
• Drive continuous improvement, optimize processes and test facilities, and improve operational efficiency.
• Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Quality, suppliers and external partners.

Skills

Satellite AIT experience

Team leadership

Industrial operations

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Thales Alenia Space in Madrid Tres Cantos seeks an experienced Head of Department – AIT to lead and develop our AIT team, ensuring successful satellite assembly, integration and testing in line with quality, cost, schedule and performance objectives.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field, plus proven satellite AIT/AIV experience and strong leadership. Hybrid work, annual bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered.