Space Mission Project Manager Ref. Pm_Sat_2026

Ohb Italia; Varese; In loco; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Ohb Italia in Lombardy, Italy, seeks a Space Mission Project Manager to lead complex space programs from concept to delivery, ensuring schedule, cost, and technical objectives are met. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage PMO activities, and act as the primary client contact to capture requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace PM, familiarity with ESA/ASI standards, strong budgeting, risk, and stakeholder management, plus fluent English.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of program management experience in space missions or aerospace projects, preferably with ESA/ASI.
• Strong financial acumen with cost estimation and budget management.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (MS Project, ECSS, PMP).

Mansioni

• Lead and manage complex space mission programs from concept to completion to achieve schedule, cost, and technical objectives.
• Serve as primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and capturing customer requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, finance) for smooth project execution.
• Direct PMO activities, including Procurement Managers, to ensure timely, within-budget deliverables.
• Organize and lead project meetings, technical reviews, and workshops with clear outcomes and documentation.
• Oversee project finances: cost estimation, budget tracking, risk management, and performance reporting.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks affecting schedule, budget, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (ESA, ASI) throughout the lifecycle.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Communication

Project coordination

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Strumenti

MS Project

ECSS

PMP

PRINCE2

Descrizione del lavoro

In this role you lead complex space mission projects to meet technical, schedule, and budget goals from conception to delivery. You work closely with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are met and projects stay on track. You manage PMO activities, coordinate procurement, and oversee risk and financial health. You will operate within ESA/ASI standards, driving successful mission outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.

• Lead and manage complex space mission programs from concept to completion to achieve schedule, cost, and technical objectives
• Serve as primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and capturing customer requirements
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, finance) for smooth project execution
• Direct PMO activities, including Procurement Managers, to ensure timely, within-budget deliverables
• Organize and lead project meetings, technical reviews, and workshops with clear outcomes and documentation
• Oversee project finances: cost estimation, budget tracking, risk management, and performance reporting
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks affecting schedule, budget, and performance
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (ESA, ASI) throughout the lifecycle
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Management, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of program management experience in space missions or aerospace projects, preferably with ESA/ASI
• Ground segment management experience is a plus (C2, telemetry, comms)
• Proven leadership in building and guiding cross-disciplinary teams
• Deep understanding of space mission standards and industry practices
• Strong financial acumen with cost estimation and budget management
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken
• Negotiation skills with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (MS Project, ECSS, PMP)
• Fluency in English
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification a plus
• leadership and people management
• strong communication and presentation skills
• negotiation and stakeholder management
• MS Project
• ECSS
• PMP

Space Mission Project Manager Ref. PM_SAT_2026 varese, lombardia, it