Space Systems Project Manager | Hybrid, International Travel

S[&]T; Delft; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Science & Technology in Delft is seeking a Project Manager to lead space systems engineering projects. You will oversee cross-disciplinary teams and manage projects to meet time, budget, and quality goals, spanning space and ground-based optical systems.

The role emphasizes strategic stakeholder engagement, international travel, and collaboration with a dedicated Space Business Development Team. A strong track record in complex projects is required.

Qualifications

• Higher professional education (HBO/BSc.) or university (WO/MSc.) in a technical discipline.
• At least 5 years managing complex projects and teams in space or related fields.
• Experience with stakeholders such as space agencies and international organizations.
• Ability to communicate strategically with challenging partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary project teams of scientists, developers and engineers and stakeholders in complex international coalitions.
• Engage with institutional and commercial partners in space/ground-based domains.
• Collaborate with manufacturing companies, large mission primes and universities.
• Work with the Space Business Development Team on commercial acquisition of projects.
• Contribute to proposal writing and travel internationally.
• Operate in a hybrid work environment.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teams

Strategic communication

Travel internationally

Proposal writing

Education

Bachelor or higher in a technical discipline

Tools

IPMA

PMP

Prince2

Job description

Science & Technology in Delft is seeking a Project Manager to lead space systems engineering projects. You will oversee cross-disciplinary teams and manage projects to meet time, budget, and quality goals, spanning space and ground-based optical systems.

The role emphasizes strategic stakeholder engagement, international travel, and collaboration with a dedicated Space Business Development Team. A strong track record in complex projects is required.