Project Manager – Spaceborne & Satellite Systems

GalaxEye; Devanahalli; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair compensation

Flexible working hours

Leadership exposure

Industry mentorship

Leadership exposure

Mentorship

Job summary

A leading space-tech startup is seeking a Project Manager to oversee projects related to satellite systems. Candidates should have 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in aerospace, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. The role involves leading cross-functional teams to align project timelines, budgets, and objectives with the company's mission. Benefits include fair compensation, flexible working hours, and leadership exposure directly with the founding team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in project management, preferably in aerospace or satellite domains.
• Exceptional client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Proven experience with project management tools.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of projects from initiation to delivery.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Coordinate resources for flawless project execution.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for flawless execution.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to leadership, clients, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Client-facing experience

Asana

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s in Management (preferred)

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Overview

Location: Bengaluru

Experience: 3+ Years in Project Management

Employment Type: Full-Time

About GalaxEye Space

At GalaxEye Space, we are pioneering the next generation of Earth observation solutions with our cutting-edge satellite technology. As a fast-growing space-tech startup, our mission is to revolutionize the way we gather, process, and deliver geospatial intelligence. Join us to become a part of an agile, high-impact team working at the forefront of space innovation.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Project Manager to lead and coordinate projects related to space-borne and satellite systems. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership, planning, and communication skills and will be responsible for driving project execution across cross-functional teams.

This role involves close collaboration with the engineering team, stakeholders, clients, and external advisors. You will play a pivotal role in managing timelines, budgets, risk, and scope while ensuring project goals align with GalaxEye’s mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of space-borne and satellite system projects from initiation to delivery.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior leadership and technical teams.
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress using project management tools.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for flawless execution.
• Facilitate communication across teams and act as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Provide regular updates to leadership, clients, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.Tech / B.E) in Engineering or equivalent.
• Master’s in Management or equivalent (preferred).

Skills & Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in project management, preferably in aerospace, satellite, or high-tech engineering domains.
• Exceptional client-facing and internal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Asana, or similar).
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work methodically and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with spaceborne or satellite systems is a strong advantage.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Fair Compensation in line with current market standards.
• Start-up Culture: Be part of a high-growth, innovation-driven team.
• Flexible Working Hours to support work-life balance.
• Open Culture: Freedom to explore, propose, and implement new ideas and processes.
• Leadership Exposure: Opportunity to work directly with the Founding Team at GalaxEye.
• Industry Mentorship: Work with advisors and mentors holding senior positions and decades of industry experience.

How to Apply

Please send your updated resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and motivation to [e-mail] with the subject line: Application for Project Manager – Satellite Systems