Project Manager (Space Sector)

ARQUIMEA; Torrejón de Ardoz; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ARQUIMEA SPACE in Madrid is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex space projects from conception to successful execution, coordinating interdisciplinary teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery. You will manage scopes, budgets and risk, maintain documentation, and report progress to stakeholders, while applying ECSS/NASA-like standards and ensuring quality at every stage.

Requirements include a Engineering degree (Aerospace), 3+ years in space project management, fluency in

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Aerospace or related field.
• +3 years of experience as Project Manager in space/aerospace sector.
• Proficiency in English and MS Office.
• EU work eligibility and willingness to travel.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate the full life cycle of space projects from conception to closure.
• Ensure on-time delivery within scope, budget and quality standards.
• Develop project scopes with stakeholders and assess technical feasibility.
• Coordinate communications with subcontractors, partners and customers.
• Manage scope/cost changes with proper verification techniques.
• Report to management and maintain comprehensive documentation.

Conocimientos

PM methodologies

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication skills

MS Office

Autonomy

Customer liaison

Educación

Engineering degree (Aerospace)

Herramientas

ECSS Standards

Descripción del empleo

ARQUIMEA, we are a technology company operating globally and providing innovative solutions and products in highly demanding sectors.

Our areas of activity are Aerospace, Defense & Security, Big Science, Biotechnology and Fintech.

In ARQUIMEA SPACE develops spaceflight parts and equipment for satellites and launchers. We specialize in thermal control systems, structural panels, optical payloads, avionics, release and deployment mechanisms, and rad-hard microelectronics. Together with our tech partners we provide high-throughput smallsats and their subsystems. Our brand-new factory in Madrid is suited to integrate satellites and constellations.

We are looking for a Project Manager with the mission to lead complex space projects from conception to successful execution, managing interdisciplinary teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest technical and regulatory standards.

Tasks to be performed:

• Coordinate, as main responsible, the complete life of space related projects assigned: planning, execution and closure.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget with the quality standards and procedures of the company.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility and appropriate risk management.
• Coordinate project communications, managing the iteration with project stakeholders as subcontractors, partners and customers.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
• Report and escalation to management as needed.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Required skills, experience and candidate profile:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, specialization in Aerospace, or a related field.
• +3 years of experience as Project Manager, preferably in space, military or aerospace sector.
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies (e.g., PMI methodologies).
• Previous experience in space projects desirable.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Proactive, autonomous and team player.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Comfortable dealing with customers and suppliers
• Proficient in English.
• Eligible to work in the EU.
• Familiarity with industry standards and requirements related to satellite power systems (e.g., ECSS, NASA standards).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, if required.

The position is located in our Headquarters of Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid).

The candidate must be eligible to work in the EU and must be able to travel to the US.

We're looking for curious, creative, tenacious and collaborative people, eager to do things and unafraid to tackle challenges in order to contribute to improving the society in which we live.

Think Big, Do the Job & Enjoy Life

At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience