Engineering Project Manager Lúnasa Space London, United Kingdom

Lúnasa Ltd.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering firm in the UK seeks an Engineering Project Manager to lead space engineering projects. This role involves managing project scope, cost, and schedules while working closely with systems engineers. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and leadership skills, with a background in project management within the space industry. Opportunities for growth in design, procurement, and spacecraft operations are available.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to give presentations.
• Proven experience managing projects in space or a related industry.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage complex projects within the space industry.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers and scientists.
• Develop detailed project plans, outlining stages, budgets, resources, and timelines.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management experience in space engineering

Leadership abilities

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Lúnasa is looking for an Engineering Project Manager to join our growing team. This key role will be at the heart of our space engineering projects, leading efforts to manage project scope, cost, and schedule. The candidate will work closely with our systems engineers to plan design, verification and operations activities. The successful candidate will also need to communicate well with all members of the team to keep each project they manage on track. The role involves future growth potentials in areas such as participation in key design trade studies, procurement planning, spacecraft operations and more.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage complex projects within the space industry from inception to completion;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, scientists, and other specialists;
• Develop detailed project plans, outlining stages, budgets, resources, and timelines;
• Monitor project progression, ensuring milestones are achieved on time and within budget;
• Communicate project updates and outcomes to senior management, stakeholders and the team;
• Should enjoy negotiating between different stakeholders to find the best balance for the team and the project.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to give presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven experience in managing projects with the space or a closely related industry
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Adaptability and resilience in high-pressure situations
• Should enjoy negotiating between different stakeholders to find the best balance for the team and the project.