Program Manager Defence/ Space

Oipspace; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Group & hospitalization insurance

Meal vouchers

Internet allowance

Flexible working hours

30 holidays

Occasional telework

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United States is seeking a Program Manager to drive projects in defence and space technologies. You will lead project plans, act as the primary customer contact, and ensure contractual commitments are met. The ideal candidate has strong project management experience, excellent persuasive skills in English and French, and a willingness to travel. This role offers a competitive salary package and the chance to work in a high-tech environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, ideally in an international context.
• Strong communication skills in English and French.
• Willingness to travel and stay abroad regularly.

Responsibilities

• Design, monitor, and adjust global project plans.
• Act as the first point of contact for customers throughout the program.
• Build and lead a project team to deliver excellent results.
• Identify new business opportunities and communicate growth vision.
• Ensure contractual agreements are met across specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying risks, proposing solutions, and implementing best practices.
• Represent the program internally and externally, aligning stakeholders and ensuring clear communication at all levels.

Skills

Project management

Persuasive communication

Team leadership

Business development

Optical systems knowledge

Education

Higher technical education

Job description

### Your RoleAs our Program Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind programs that shape the future of defence and/or space technologies. You’ll ensure projects run smoothly, on time, and within budget, while being the trusted partner for our customers. Your responsibilities include:* Designing, monitoring, and adjusting global project plans — balancing scope, timing, and budget in close collaboration with sales, operations, engineering, and purchasing* Acting as the key figure and first point of contact for customers, guiding them through every stage of program realization and follow‑up* Building and leading a strong project team, coordinating, managing, and coaching them to deliver excellence* Spotting new business opportunities in both technical and commercial domains, and sharing your vision with colleagues to drive growth* Ensuring contractual agreements are met across specifications, planning, and quality standards* Driving continuous improvement by identifying risks, proposing solutions, and implementing best practices* Representing the program internally and externally, aligning stakeholders and ensuring clear communication at all levels### Your Profile* Higher technical education* Proven experience in project management, ideally in an international context* Strong persuasive power and excellent communication skills in English and French* Knowledge of optical systems is an asset, as well as experience in defence or space projects* Willingness to travel and stay abroad on a regular basis when required by the program### What We Offer* A competitive salary package, including: + A Company Car + Group & hospitalization insurance + Meal vouchers + Internet allowance + Flexible working hours & 30 holidays + Possibility for occasional telework + Extensive learning and development opportunities* An inspiring and high-tech work environment: + Be part of a motivated and enthusiastic team + Growth opportunities and professional development in a high-tech industry + The chance to shape programs that matter globally in defence and/or space### Attention required!